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
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.