Conditions of entry for FPM exams
Important information for all candidates participating in FPM exams, including our conditions of application and entry.
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Co-prescription of gabapentinoids and opioids
Following the death of a person after minor foot surgery, ANZCA reminds fellows that under certain conditions the interaction of gabapentinoids and opioids can cause severe respiratory depression, resulting in death.
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I am a Faculty of Pain Medicine dual fellow
Find support and resources to meet your CPD requirements as a FPM dual fellow.
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Our directors of professional affairs
Our DPAs are all medically qualified and are fellows of the college/faculty. They are part-time, and most have other work as specialist anaesthetists or specialist pain medicine physicians. They work with many business units in ANZCA and provide advice that is best given by so...
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Practice assessment pathway
FPM fellows who practise pain medicine procedures can apply to have their practice endorsed without having to complete the supervised clinical experience program.
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Working with the media
ANZCA has an experienced communications team that proactively engages with the media to highlight the important work of our anaesthetists and pain specialists. This includes sharing our latest evidence-based research and patient safety initiatives. We also actively encourage m...
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Pain Medicine Discharge Plans
The Pain Medicine Discharge Plan is a patient resource aligned to meet the recommendations of the ACSQHC clinical care standard.
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About ROSI
Resources for Opioid Stewardship Implementation (ROSI) is a toolkit of resources developed by a multidisciplinary team of clinicians to assist organisations initiate or improve existing opioid stewardship programs.
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Types of anaesthesia
There are several types of anaesthesia that may be used individually or in combination, depending on the surgery.
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Environment and sustainability research grant
We're helping to support research exploring environmental impact of anaesthesia and related products and activities
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