Advancing Excellence in Pain Medicine

The American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) is the leading multidisciplinary organization dedicated to advancing pain care through education, advocacy, research, and collaboration. Whether you're a practicing clinician, trainee, researcher, or advanced practice provider, AAPM offers the resources, community, and expertise to support your professional growth and improve patient outcomes.

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Our Mission

The American Academy of Pain Medicine is dedicated to advancing and promoting the full spectrum of multidisciplinary pain care, education, advocacy, and research to improve function and quality of life for people in pain.

Value-Based Care

Prepare your pain practice for value-based care and the CMS Ambulatory Specialty Model with AAPM education, practical guidance, and expert insights located in our Value-Based Care in Pain Medicine Resource Center

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Advocacy

Follow AAPM’s advocacy work to stay informed about policy developments affecting pain medicine, patient access, and the future of multidisciplinary pain care, and our evidence-based approach to access advocacy.

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Guidelines

The American Academy of Pain Medicine Consensus Guidelines on Neuromodulation Technologies and Neurocomputer Interfaces for Pain Management and Functional Recovery is now available in Pain Medicine Journal

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