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  • Fellowship in Pain Management

    Designed by Skillversity

    Course Overview

    The Fellowship in Pain Management is a specialized clinical training program designed for medical professionals who wish to develop expertise in the assessment and treatment of acute and chronic pain conditions.

    The program focuses on chronic pain syndromes, nerve block basics, musculoskeletal pain management, and multimodal pain therapy. The curriculum integrates evidence-based pain medicine principles with practical demonstrations and case-based discussions to enhance clinical competence in comprehensive pain care.

    Eligibility Criteria

    • MBBS and above (MD/DNB in Anesthesia, Orthopedics, PMR, or General Medicine preferred but not mandatory)

    • Medical professionals interested in pain medicine and rehabilitation

    • Practicing clinicians seeking structured pain management training

    Course Duration

    12 Months (1 Year) – Comprehensive Clinical Training

    Includes:

    • Pain clinic exposure

    • Procedure observation sessions

    • Case-based discussions

    • Multimodal therapy workshops

    Course Content – Module Breakdown

    Module 1: Foundations of Pain Medicine

    • Physiology of pain

    • Pain pathways and mechanisms

    • Acute vs chronic pain

    • Pain assessment scales

    • Biopsychosocial model of pain

    Module 2: Chronic Pain Syndromes

    • Low back pain

    • Neck pain

    • Neuropathic pain

    • Cancer-related pain

    • Fibromyalgia basics

    • Complex regional pain syndrome overview

    Module 3: Musculoskeletal Pain Management

    • Myofascial pain syndrome

    • Osteoarthritis pain

    • Shoulder and knee pain

    • Tendinitis and bursitis

    • Conservative treatment approaches

    Module 4: Nerve Block Basics

    • Indications for nerve blocks

    • Types of nerve blocks

    • Landmark-based techniques (theoretical overview)

    • Safety precautions

    • Complication management

    Module 5: Pharmacological Pain Therapy

    • NSAIDs and analgesics

    • Opioid therapy basics

    • Adjuvant medications

    • Neuropathic pain medications

    • Rational prescribing and monitoring

    Module 6: Multimodal Pain Therapy

    • Combining pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches

    • Role of physiotherapy

    • Psychological interventions

    • Lifestyle modification strategies

    • Rehabilitation principles

    Module 7: Interventional Pain Procedures – Overview

    • Epidural injections basics

    • Facet joint injections overview

    • Trigger point injections

    • Radiofrequency ablation (theoretical)

    • Patient selection criteria

    Module 8: Cancer Pain Management

    • WHO pain ladder

    • Opioid titration principles

    • Breakthrough pain management

    • Palliative care basics

    Module 9: Neuropathic & Central Pain

    • Diabetic neuropathy

    • Post-herpetic neuralgia

    • Central sensitization

    • Treatment strategies

    Module 10: Psychological Aspects of Pain

    • Chronic pain and depression

    • Anxiety and pain perception

    • Counseling strategies

    • Cognitive behavioral therapy overview

    Module 11: Pain Clinic Setup & Ethics

    • Documentation and consent

    • Medico-legal considerations

    • Safe opioid prescribing practices

    • Clinic workflow management

    Module 12: Practical Training & Case-Based Learning

    • Pain assessment workshops

    • Case discussions on chronic pain

    • Nerve block demonstration sessions

    • Multimodal therapy planning exercises

    • Logbook completion

    • Final assessment and viva

    Hands-On Training & Clinical Exposure

    • Supervised pain clinic postings

    • Procedure observation sessions

    • Case-based management discussions

    • Multidisciplinary treatment planning

    • Patient counseling practice

    Certification & Career Opportunities

    Upon successful completion, participants will receive:

    Skillversity Fellowship in Pain Management

    Career opportunities include:

    • Pain Clinics

    • Multispecialty Hospitals

    • Rehabilitation Centers

    • Palliative Care Units

    • Independent Pain Management Practice

    Why Choose Skillversity?

    • Structured pain medicine-focused curriculum

    • Emphasis on multimodal and evidence-based therapy

    • Practical exposure to interventional techniques

    • Case-based learning approach

    • Training aligned with modern pain management standards