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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Pain relief and having a baby
You might not need the care of an anaesthetist when you’re carrying and delivering your baby, but it’s good to know what your options are.
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Acute Pain SIG
The Acute Pain SIG is one of 17 SIGs jointly managed by ANZCA, the Australian Society of Anaesthetists (ASA), and the New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists (NZSA) through the Anaesthesia Continuing Education (ACE) partnership.
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FPM centralised trainee tutorials
The centralised trainee tutorial program is an exciting initiative introduced in 2021 to provide all pain medicine trainees with access to a formalised teaching program and regular opportunities to engage with other trainees.
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Is a career in pain medicine right for me?
Pain medicine is a dynamic and rewarding career choice for specialists looking for a new challenge. Find out what it involves; where it can take you; and how to get started.
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Supporting a sustainable workforce
Find out how we're working with national and state governments to ensure every patient has access to safe, high-quality, and culturally competent care.
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Demo written exam
A demonstration exam has been set up to assist pain medicine trainees as they prepare for the written examination.
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FPM Examination Committee
Reporting to the Training and Assessment Executive Committee, the Examination Committee oversees the governance and implementation of FPM exams.
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FPM Training Unit Accreditation Committee
Reporting to the Training and Assessment Executive Committee, the Training Unit Accreditation Committee implements and oversees the accreditation of multidisciplinary pain management units for the core training stage of the faculty training program.
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FPM Training and Assessment Executive Committee
The Training and Assessment Executive Committee (TAEC) oversees training, assessment and accreditation activities.
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