PainSA is a chapter of the International Association for the Study of Pain. Our mission is to improve all aspects of pain management in Southern Africa.

We are a multidisciplinary society whose membership includes all healthcare professionals

Members' Code of Conduct

As a PainSA Member You Commit to:

RECOGNISE:

The biopsychosocial and contextual dimensions of pain and the contribution of other disciplines to paincare.

RESPECT:

The perspectives, expertise and knowledge of other disciplines; avoid disparaging another discipline or treatment approach; and seek collaborative solutions where appropriate with appropriate acknowledgement of collaborators and contributors.

COMMUNICATE:

Truthfully, constructively and respectfully.

ACT:

Honestly; acknowledge uncertainty; and avoid fabrication, falsification or manipulation of data.

SUPPORT:

Responsible dissemination of research findings.