FPM calls for implant oversight
The Faculty of Pain Medicine, the Australian Pain Society and Chronic Pain Australia say the 8 April ABC Four Corners program highlighted the need for a national pain device implant registry and a national model of implanted pain treatment care to protect patients.
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Persistent pelvic pain statement approved
A multidisciplinary document development group (DDG) has developed a statement on persistent pelvic pain and endometriosis. The document was produced after an extensive review of the current evidence.
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Set the standard for paediatric pain
We're seeking expressions of interest from fellows to contribute to the development of a position statement on the provision of pain medicine care to children and adolescents.
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Monthly media digest: June/July 2024
A digest of college news coverage for June/July 2024
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Vale, Professor Michael Cousins
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Professor Michael Cousins, first FPM Dean (1998-2000) and ANZCA President 2004-2006.
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FPM and medicinal cannabis
The Faculty of Pain Medicine says there needs to be more clinical evidence about the efficacy of medicinal cannabis before use as a treatment for chronic, non-cancer pain.
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FPM turns 25!
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Faculty of Pain Medicine (FPM).
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ANZCA ABC response anaesthesia billing
The college responded to an ABC online article ahead of publication on 1 May
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King's Birthday 2024 Honours
Four of our fellows have been recognised in the 2024 honours list.
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PEP endorsement
The NSW Health Model Scope of Clinical Practice for Pain Medicine which outlines the clinical scope of practice for public hospital specialists in NSW, has included specific references to the Procedures Endorsement Program (PEP) for the first time.
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