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Volume 44, Issue 1, February 2024

Editor’s Note

Australian Pain Society Newsletter

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Editor’s Note

ASM 2024

APS Social Networking Events

Music Therapy Webinar

Join the Scientific Program Committee

SPC Scholar Position

Mentorship Program

Global Year 2024

Recent Publications

Survey / New Members

Events

FYI

Membership

Calendar of Events

Vision, Purpose & Priorities

APS Directors

Office Bearers

Australian Pain Society Newsletter

Volume 44, Issue 1, February 2024

Editor’s Note

Editor’s Note Joanne Harmon

This year the IASP theme is the Global Year about Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain. Prepare to have your mind blown on what is known about sex and gender differences in pain perception and modulation. Best of all, there is a call out for addressing sex and gender related disparities in both the research and treatment of pain. Tick tock - time is ticking away, ensure you have registered for the 2024 Australian Pain Society 44th Annual Scientific Meeting before the early bird deadline of 27 February 2024. We are off to Darwin this year, so pack your swimmers (or togs) and summer clothes. There is also still time to share your late breaking abstract as well. A great opportunity to have your work showcased as a poster. Of course, the social program is a must do. It’s also great to see the Trainee Session on pick the brain of a pain researcher for higher degree and early career researchers is still available. Want to catch up but cannot wait until the ASM? Then Newcastle and Brisbane APS social networking events have got you covered. Drop in and have a chat, meet new collegues and find out what is happening in your state/areas. Dust off your new year resolution lists and consider adding some more from our FYI list. Here you will find numerous resources at your fingertips. The latest addition being the Arthritis Australia new suite of resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples who are living with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and gout.

If your new year’s resolution was to contribute back to the pain community, look no further, we have got your back. There is a call out to join the APS Scientific Program Committee (SPC). There are two opportunities, so don’t hesitate, get in quick. Also, the SPC scholar position is up for grabs. What a great idea and a golden opportunity for succession planning as well as mentorship. No need to wait any longer to access the updated analysis of Waiting in Pain. Part two by MacIntyre et al (2023) provides a sobering update on the multidisciplinary staffing and clinical activities within Australian specialist pain services. Check out the article and see for yourself if persistent pain services in Australia have reached an agreement regarding the ideal model of care and staffing mix required to deliver it. Then read the article by Ryan et al 2023 about how within all sectors of society there are widespread misconceptions not only on the nature of pain, but best current treatments for persistent pain. Tell us about your role as a pain care health professional. We want to hear from you. Email us to complete a short painless interview (pun intended). Looking forward to having a great year. Dr Joanne Harmon

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ASM 2024

Convenor’s Message Adjunct A/Prof Cindy Wall

The 2024 Australian Pain Society 44th Annual Scientific Meeting (APS 2024) is taking on a decidedly tropical flavour where a friendly and laid-back welcome awaits your arrival in Larrakia country/Darwin. You are invited to travel north and indulge your senses with a scientific program as rich and diverse as the dramatic landscapes, colourful street markets, and spectacular Top-End sunsets.

thought-provoking plenary where A/Professor Tasha Stanton asks us to consider perception versus reality in chronic pain, and Dr Nik Veldhuis poses the question of whether nanotechnology can overcome barriers to analgesic delivery. Spend the afternoon exploring how we can do more, do better, and do it differently across a range of pain-related areas in the free paper and topical concurrent sessions.

With seven Pre-Conference Workshops on the Sunday, enjoy a smorgasbord of intellectual and clinical offerings. From Basic Pain Research, Pharmacology, or Physiotherapy in Pain Management, to Pain in Childhood, or the inaugural Psychology in Pain Management workshops, plus many more.

The Territory way to top off such an inspiring day of learning is to either spend some time up close and personal with a croc or two - at Crocosaurus Cove, or immerse yourself in the history of ANZAC Day at the RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility. Both are on offer in the optional social activities program and conclude with plenty of time to get into Territory Rig in preparation for the Gala Dinner.

End the day at the Welcome Reception – a perfect place to peruse the exhibition hall and catch up with others. It is then only a short stroll to Wharf One Food & Wine – amazing food, stunning views and fabulous dinner conversation for those attending the Basic Pain Research and Pain in Childhood SIG Dinner. Start Monday with Sunrise Qi Gong and a lagoon swim before getting stuck into the first day of plenary sessions. Join formidable speakers: Dr Charlotte Elder, Dr Christine Chambers, and Professor Cheryl Stucky, plus many other leaders in the national and international pain community, who will highlight current knowledge, skill, and innovation in pain in the topical breakout sessions. Learn about the unique experiences of working in Outback Pain Management from those at the coalface in the afternoon’s interactive panel discussion, then follow-up with picking the brains of a pain researcher at the Trainee Session. Finish the day by catching up with colleagues and making new friends at The Precinct Tavern. Tuesday morning’s Sunrise Qi Gong and lagoon swim, precedes another amazing day showcasing more of the best of pain research, education, and practice. Opening with a 4

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Wednesday is another not-to-be-missed line up – three fabulous plenaries, including awards recognising the exceptional contribution of emerging and established leaders in our field. Dr Christine Chambers invites us to reimagine pain, while Dr Jane Chalmers invites us to understand pain science education for women with persistent pelvic pain. Professor Louise Sharpe will have us questioning mindfulness versus CBT in the management of pain. Professor Helen Slater flips the pain care disparity lens in presenting AI-enabled solutions for young people; and finally, Professor Toby Newton-John takes us on a deeper dive into interpersonal relationships in chronic pain. For those of you settling into a few extra days in NT, take advantage of the optional social activities, including a Gin Tasting at Charlie’s of Darwin! I do hope you will join us in Darwin. Arrive a little early, and stay a little late - it will be a trip to remember. Adjunct A/Prof Cindy Wall LOC Convenor & NT Director

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President’s President’s Report ASM Report 2024 #3

Register before 27 February 2024 for Early Bird savings Get in early and secure your place at Australia’s only multidisciplinary conference offering insights into the complex nature of pain management from a variety of medical, nursing, research, and allied health perspectives. To register please click here Considering the benefits of APS membership?

Save on your APS 2024 registration fee! Early Bird Deadline - Register before 27 February 2024 Non-Member Registration Price VS Becoming an APS Member APS Student Member Registration Price

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GOLB$1,495

OR Being a member saves you up to $480 after membership fees! Only $275 Being a member saves you $1,155 after membership fees!

Tell your colleagues who are interested in attending APS 2024 so they can save on their registration too! Become an APS Member here Should you have any queries about the conference, please contact the Conference Secretariat.

We look forward to welcoming you to Larrakia country/Darwin, NT!

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ASM 2024

Late Breaking Abstract Call: Open Now! Abstracts can be submitted between Monday 5 February – Monday 12 February 2024. There will be no extension to this deadline. Did you miss your chance to submit your abstract for inclusion at APS 2024 in Larrakia country/Darwin? Finalised your research only after the original abstract deadline? If yes, don’t despair! The late breaking research call is now open. This is your last opportunity to submit an abstract for the 2024 conference! Take up this opportunity and have your work featured as a poster presentation at the only multidisciplinary conference in Australia offering insights into the complex nature of pain management from a variety of medical, nursing, research, and allied health perspectives. All accepted authors must register for the conference by the early bird deadline of Tuesday 27 February 2024. Connect with renowned experts and hear them speak about new advances in pain management. Enjoy 18 clinical and research topical sessions. Attend the Trainee Session to receive practical tips about building your career in pain research. Be a part of the future of pain science and management! For further information please visit the conference website. Should you have any queries regarding your submission or the process, please contact the Conference Secretariat. We look forward to receiving your submissions.

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President’s ASM Report 2024

Conference Program Don’t miss out! Register now! You’ll enjoy an extensive program including pre-conference workshops, international keynote speakers, national speakers and topical sessions. Join the many other professionals that are involved with pain and pain management and learn with clinicians and researchers across many different aspects of pain management. Leave the conference enabled to make that difference in your sphere of work. Register now! Plan your conference experience today: Program Overview

BEW GOLB Keynote Speakers Pre-Conference Workshops Discipline Sub-Group Meetings Topical Sessions Panel Discussion: Outback Pain Management Trainee Session Free Paper Sessions For further information please visit the conference website. Should you have any queries about the conference, please contact the Conference Secretariat. We look forward to welcoming you to Larrakia country/Darwin, NT!

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ASM 2024

Conference Social Program Don’t miss out! Register now! There’s so much to do during APS 2024, explore the social program via the links below. Plan your conference experience today: Program Overview Get your head around what time social activities are on Social Program A list of all social activities included in the APS 2024 program Additional Social Program Time has been included for delegates to get out and explore Darwin. A number of group tours, offering discounted ticket prices, have been organised. Pre-Conference Litchfield Day Tour Join us early for a magical day at Litchfield National Park Pre & Post Touring Staying on in the NT? Tours and inspiration available here Register Now! For further information please visit the conference website. Should you have any queries about the conference, please contact the Conference Secretariat. We look forward to welcoming you to Larrakia country/Darwin, NT!

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President’s Report

Trainee Session Pick the Brain of a Pain Researcher! Have you ever wanted to ask a well-known researcher – “How did you know this was for you?” “How did you know what opportunities to say yes to and what to say no to?” If you have wanted to ask, now is your chance! This session is for higher degree and early career researchers (HDRs & ECRs) as well as those who are considering research careers in the future and includes networking opportunities with a number of the plenary speakers. Date: Monday 22 April 2024 Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Cost: $15 per person, includes a drink on arrival When registering for the conference, don’t forget to add in a ticket to the Trainee Session! To register click here.

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Recent ASM 2024 Publications

Morning Workshops 21-24 APRIL

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2024 AUSTRALIAN PAIN SOCIETY 44TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING In the IASP Global Year about Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain

DARWIN CONVENTION CENTRE, NT

ACUTE PAIN DAY PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 8.30am - 5.00pm, Sunday 21 April 2024 Darwin Convention Centre, NT Registration Fees starting from $160 WORKSHOP OVERVIEW This workshop aims to be engaging and practical with a focus on managing acute pain and the challenging cohort with co- existing chronic pain. In keeping with territory strengths we will explore strategies to engage Indigenous Australians. There will be a session focusing on pelvic pain and a third session with world class speakers from physiotherapy and psychology sharing strategies for the acute pain round and finish the day with some topical, cutting edge pharmacology. The workshop is divided into two half days and we encourage attendance at both.

For further information: www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024 Questions? Please email us at apsasm@dcconferences.com.au

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2024 AUSTRALIAN PAIN SOCIETY 44TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING In the IASP Global Year about Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain

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FUNDAMENTALS OF PAIN PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 8.30am - 12.30pm, Sunday 21 April 2024 Darwin Convention Centre, NT Registration Fees starting from $160 WORKSHOP OVERVIEW This will be a succinct overview of the physiology, clinical assessment, and clinical management of pain. The workshop is aimed at the general practitioner, specialist, allied health clinician or psychologist looking for an introduction to, or update on, persistent pain management.

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This workshop is grounded in a biopsychosocial understanding of pain mechanisms and developing a mechanism-based approach to pain assessment and management. And will compliment those with an interest in attending one of the afternoon sessions on pharmacology, psychology or physiotherapy.

For further information: www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024 Questions? Please email us at apsasm@dcconferences.com.au

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PAIN IN CHILDHOOD PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP Managing acute and chronic pain for vulnerable children

8.30am - 12.30pm, Sunday 21 April 2024 Darwin Convention Centre, NT Registration Fees starting from $160 WORKSHOP OVERVIEW This multidisciplinary workshop commences with evidence showing links between sensory modulation and pain and treatment options, followed by research focused on pain experiences of children with cerebral palsy and developmental disabilities. The second section of the workshop explores procedural pain; initially considering improving procedures for children who have experienced medical trauma. Finally, we will open general multidisciplinary discussion of Australian and international procedural pain management experiences to inform the development of future procedural pain guidelines.

For further information: www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024 Questions? Please email us at apsasm@dcconferences.com.au

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PSYCHOLOGY IN PAIN MANAGEMENT PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP Diving into the connections between trauma and complex chronic pain

8.30am - 12.30pm, Sunday 21 April 2024 Darwin Convention Centre, NT

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Registration Fees starting from $160 WORKSHOP OVERVIEW This workshop provides an opportunity for discussion of the broader psychological issues in pain management, including understanding mechanisms of behavioural change, prevention of chronicity, and the challenges of managing the complexity of mental health comorbidities. For its inaugural event, the 2024 workshop will focus on the complexity of managing chronic pain and trauma, and will aim to provide a deeper understanding of this relationship to more effectively inform clinical decision-making. It will teach a set of foundational principles from pain neuroscience and a trauma-informed perspective to effectively guide the assessment and management of those with pain and trauma.

For further information: www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024 Questions? Please email us at apsasm@dcconferences.com.au

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2024 AUSTRALIAN PAIN SOCIETY 44TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING In the IASP Global Year about Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain

DARWIN CONVENTION CENTRE, NT

For further information: www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024 Questions? Please email us at apsasm@dcconferences.com.au

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2024 AUSTRALIAN PAIN SOCIETY 44TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING In the IASP Global Year about Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain

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BASIC PAIN RESEARCH PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 1.30pm - 5.00pm, Sunday 21 April 2024 Darwin Convention Centre, NT Registration Fees starting from $160 WORKSHOP OVERVIEW This workshop will showcase the latest in Australian basic pain research from early to mid-career and senior researchers and provide a forum to discuss mechanisms of nociception and pain across all levels of investigation: from molecular and cellular analyses to studies in animals and humans (pre-clinical or clinical). The workshop is open to all interested in mechanisms of nociception and pain, including basic and clinical researchers, health professionals and students at all levels.

For further information: www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024 Questions? Please email us at apsasm@dcconferences.com.au

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2024 AUSTRALIAN PAIN SOCIETY 44TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING In the IASP Global Year about Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain

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PHARMACOLOGY IN PAIN MANAGEMENT PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP 1.30pm - 5.00pm, Sunday 21 April 2024 Darwin Convention Centre, NT Registration Fees starting from $160 WORKSHOP OVERVIEW This interactive workshop will focus on the latest pharmacological evidence to manage pain in complex patients with end stage kidney disease and palliative care. Practical tips will be discussed and emerging trends in pain management will be presented. This includes the emerging role of medicinal cannabis for pain management and how real time prescription drug monitoring programs can be used to optimise pain management strategies. Practical cases studies will be presented to ensure members from a variety of healthcare settings can implement the latest principles for pain management.

For further information: www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024 Questions? Please email us at apsasm@dcconferences.com.au

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2024 AUSTRALIAN PAIN SOCIETY 44TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING In the IASP Global Year about Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain

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PHYSIOTHERAPY IN PAIN MANAGEMENT PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP Cross-cultural opportunities and challenges in pain management

1.30pm - 5.00pm, Sunday 21 April 2024 Darwin Convention Centre, NT Registration Fees starting from $160 WORKSHOP OVERVIEW This workshop will present an overview of opportunities and challenges in pain management in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities. A considerable proportion of the workshop will be spent identifying, discussing and practising culturally-informed strategies, including the Clinical Yarning model of clinical communication, to enable attendees to develop their skills in working with this population group. This workshop will be highly practical, appropriate for any clinician who deals with patients in pain. The specific skills practiced in this workshop will be able to immediately implemented into clinical practice.

For further information: www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024 Questions? Please email us at apsasm@dcconferences.com.au

For timings, registration fees and further information on the Pre-Conference Workshops visit: www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024/Pre-Conference_Workshops Australian Pain Society Newsletter

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Recent APS Social Publications Networking Events

APS Social Networking Events

Please join us for an Australian Pain Society (APS) social event! Come along and catch up with your local APS colleagues and learn more about what other people are doing in your state.

The evenings will be largely unstructured so you can focus on meeting and connecting with others.

In fact, if you have friends/colleagues with an interest in pain management but who are not members of the APS, why not bring them along too, so that they can connect with the APS community and find out more about how the APS can help support them.

Hope you can make it!

NEWCASTLE – WEDNESDAY 21 FEBRUARY 2024 7.00 – 9.00pm The Duke of Wellington Hotel 69 Regent St, New Lambton BLOG WEB RSVP here

BRISBANE – THURSDAY 15 FEBRUARY 2024

Joyce McSwan APS President

(FORMERLY TOWNSVILLE – THU 29 FEB 2024)

6.00 – 8.00pm The Charming Squire 3/133 Grey Street, South Brisbane RSVP here

VIC Social Networking Event By Esther Dube, VIC Director & Laura Prendergast, Treasurer On 29 November 2023, a cosy crew of Victorian APS members met up for a social event at the beautiful ‘Yarra Botanica’ on the Yarra River. A mild Melbourne mist didn’t scare off our mixed group of physiotherapists, psychologists, medical, nursing and academics. Together we all laughed and chatted on all things about pain over some delicious wood fire pizzas and cocktails until well into the night. There was agreement that more is needed for patients who have pain, excitement about hearing of expansion of services into regional hospitals for the acute space, and the continued growth of already established services. There was significant interest on attending the APS ASM in Darwin, and promises to catch up during the event. The hope of this event is that the Victorian pain community can continue to network and support each other in an area of care that continues to grow. 12

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Left to right: Sarah Donovan, Laura Prendergast, Sarah Lang, Jess Tran, Jenny Dodson, Esther Dube, Brendon Haslam

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Music Therapy Webinar

Music Therapy for Chronic Pain Management

Music Therapy for Chronic Pain Management FREE Seminar! 5.30pm AEDT, Tuesday 20 February 2024 (via Zoom) The Australian Pain Society (APS) is delighted to introduce visiting scholar Dr Joke Bradt, Professor in the Department of Creative Arts Therapies at Drexel University (Philadelphia, USA) who will present on the use of music therapy for chronic pain management. Dr Bradt will discuss how music therapy can contribute to effective pain management by addressing several biological, psychological, and social factors that exacerbate pain. Dr Bradt will also present findings of several research studies she has conducted with people with chronic pain. This lecture is suitable for both health professionals and people with lived experience of pain. There will be a 45 minute presentation followed by a 15 minute Q&A session. The evening will moderated by Dr Laura Prendergast, APS Treasurer. Places are limited, we look forward to seeing you there! PLEASE RSVP HERE Thank you to the Australian Music Therapy Association and The University of Melbourne for their kind support of this event.

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Scientific Program Committee

Australian Pain Society Scientific Program Committee

Invitation to Join The Scientific Program Committee (SPC) is a sub committee of the Australian Pain Society (APS) who organise the Annual Scientific Meetings (ASM). The SPC reports directly to the Board of the APS and consists of the Chair, plus members from basic and clinical research, and representatives across all the professional disciplines for whom pain management, pain research or pain education is a key focus. The SPC is looking for TWO interested APS members to join the SPC, who can help guide the direction of the ASMs and ensure that all areas of pain are represented at Australia’s only multidisciplinary conference offering insights into the complex nature of pain, pain management and pain education.

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To ensure the planning of the meeting meets the deadlines of the critical path

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To ensure that the planning of the conference is in line with approved budgets

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To review submitted topical sessions and submitted abstracts

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To assist with marketing the ASM and encourage attendance

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To assist with securing sponsors and exhibitors

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To be a collaborative team that will provide continuity of program from year to year

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To ensure quality and diversity of the program to meet the interest and expectations of all members of the society

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Ensure the breadth and depth of topics of national and international interest and importance

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To provide historical perspective on meetings, including keeping records of previous speakers and major topic areas already covered in past meetings

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To support the Convenor and Chair

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To determine the overall program content, including the IASP annual focus

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To review and evaluate delegate feedback from prior ASMs

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To select and invite international speakers

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To select and invite national speakers

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To nominate speakers for the APS named lectures

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To determine the topics and speakers for the invited topical sessions

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To ensure the program addresses relevant and current topical issues

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To ensure the committee approves all pre- or post- conference meetings associated with the ASM and makes a recommendation to the Board for adoption

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SPC teleconferences are held every 4-6 weeks on a Tuesday afternoon at 4.30pm (Time zone based on NSW). The meetings last 90 minutes.

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SPC members must attend more than 50% of scheduled teleconferences to retain office

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Please email APS Conference Manager Alex Robertson with the following information: – Your resume/CV – Responses to the following questions, sent in a word document: 1. What is your background and current area of interest? 2. What do you find attractive about joining the SPC? 3. What qualities, experience and perspectives would you bring to the SPC?

All applicants must be APS Members.

Deadline: Applications close Mon 12 Feb 2024

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SPC Scholar Position

SPC Scholar Position Applications open Wednesday 31 January 2024

Deadline: 11.59pm AEDT, Tuesday 27 February 2024 The scholar position on the Australian Pain Society’s Scientific Program Committee will seek to provide an opportunity for high calibre APS trainees to participate in the committee for a fixed term appointment of 12 months (April 2024 - April 2025), with the potential opportunity to then be invited to become a permanent member of the SPC.

Application Process

Through active participation in a range of SPC activities the appointee will contribute to the planning of the Annual Scientific Meeting, and they will gain invaluable experiences and skills with mentorship from senior pain researchers and clinicians on the SPC. The scholar appointee will no doubt find that this experience puts them in very good stead for a strong future career in pain research.

• The appointee must have passed their confirmation of candidature

Applicants must be a PhD student who has reached their confirmation milestone and is an APS member. Duties • Participate in regular SPC meetings, held every 4 – 6 weeks on Tuesday afternoons

For further information on the application process please visit the conference website. Conditions of Appointment • The appointment is for 12 months duration from one ASM to the next (April - April)

• The appointee must have the support of their primary supervisor • The appointee must abide by the SPC guidelines and are required to attend >80% of the SPC meetings • The appointee will attend a face-to-face meeting on Sunday 21 April at APS 2024 in Darwin We look forward to receiving your application! If you have any questions, please contact the APS Conference Manager, Alex Robertson: alex@dcconferences.com.au

• Review free paper and topical workshop abstracts under the mentorship of a full SPC committee member • Work with the Trainee Session committee and be actively involved in the organisation of the Trainee Session, including attendance at the ASM

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Mentorship Program

The pilot APS Mentorship Program for 2024 will be launched at the APS 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting. Unlock your potential with the Australian Pain Society Mentorship Program! Elevate your career in pain management—whether you’re a clinician, researcher, or educator. Gain valuable support and guidance as you navigate new roles. Join us to build an engaged, skilled community and shape the future of pain management together.

Calling clinicians, researchers, and educators in pain management! Enhance your skills and join a vibrant pain community. Whether you’re starting or advancing, our program nurtures skills and confidence. Shape the future – become a confident leader!

Why Join the APS Mentorship Program? For Mentees: Embark on a transformative journey, gain invaluable insights, and foster professional development under the guidance of seasoned professionals. For Mentors: Share your wisdom, shape the perspectives of the newcomers, and derive fulfillment by contributing to the development of the next wave of pain management clinicians.

Spread the Word! Share this exciting opportunity with colleagues, friends, and anyone who could benefit from or contribute to the world of pain management. Embark on a journey of growth, learning, and impactful contributions with the APS Mentorship Program! Let’s shape the future of pain management together!

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Global Year

2024 Global Year about Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain The 2024 Global Year about Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain has been officially launched by the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP). Be part of the conversation on social media with #globalyear2024. To download a copy of the locally produced poster and to access the IASP Fact Sheets, visit the Global Year page of the APS website. More information can be found on IASP’s website. Along with our regular collaborators: New Zealand Pain Society Faculty of Pain Medicine, ANZCA

we encourage you to help raise awareness of this important topic. If you conduct an event to raise awareness, please send us a report and photos to share with your fellow members.

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2024 Recent Publications

Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain

For further information: • New Zealand Pain Society nzps.org.nz • Australian Pain Society apsoc.org.au • Faculty of Pain Medicine (ANZCA) anzca.edu.au • International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) iasp-pain.org

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Recent Publications

Waiting in Pain II: An updated analysis of the multidisciplinary staffing levels and clinical activity in Australian specialist persistent pain services Thank you to APS members Erin MacIntyre, Felicity Braithwaite, Tasha Stanton, and Anne Burke for sharing the following recent publication. Article first published online: 13 Dec, 2023 Journal Reference: MacIntyre, E., Braithwaite, F. A., Stanton, T. R., & Burke, A. L. J. (2023). Waiting in Pain II: An updated analysis of the multidisciplinary staffing levels and clinical activity in Australian specialist persistent pain services. The Journal of Pain. DOI: 10.1016/j.jpain.2023.12.003

Abstract Background Many Australians with persistent pain rely on specialist tertiary pain services for treatment but they often experience lengthy waits during which clinical deterioration is common. Without funding reform to improve the delivery of communitybased services, we need to better understand the structure and operation of specialist pain services so that care models can be optimised. The Waiting in Pain (WIP) project was updated because the first round (WIP-I: conducted Dec’08-Jan’10) took place prior to several pain management reforms (e.g., the roll-out of ePPOC, the establishment of statewide clinical networks in NSW, QLD and SA, and the launch of the National Strategic Action Pain for Pain Management). The current study (WIP-II) aimed to re-examine the multidisciplinary staffing levels and clinical landscape of persistent pain services and provide an update to the WIP-I survey. Methods 109 Australian persistent pain services were identified and invited to participate (online or via telephone). The survey (conducted Jul’16-Feb’18) examined service attributes (type/funding/location), staffing (discipline/ amount), new referrals (received/seen) and pain management programmes (intensity/ activity/staffing). Where possible, results were compared to the original WIP survey.

Results Of the 109 services identified, 76 agreed to participate and 57 were included in the analyses (exclusions: single discipline=6, paediatric=7, pelvic pain=2, cancer pain=1, missing data=2, outlier=1). Pain services were found to have increased over time (representing growth in rural services) and they employed more fulltime equivalent staffing (total and specifically psychiatry, psychology, and occupational therapy). Staffing was relatively stable when considered against clinical activity (new patients seen), suggesting that new clinics replicated existing models. A greater mix of pain management programme structures (duration) was identified, resulting in a reduced ratio of allied health staffing/patient seen in group programmes (WIP-I=0.03; WIP-II= 0.02). Conclusions Access to pain services remains limited; only 0.18% of the adult Australian population is served by a tertiary pain service despite 1520% of Australian adults living with persistent pain. Staffing mix remained stable over time, indicating that current staffing structures have clinical utility. However, changes in pain management group programme formats and staffing levels does require further investigation. Future work should map these results against clinical outcomes to fully understand the impact of staffing/clinical structures on patient outcomes. Declaration The WIP project, was partially funded via a grant from the Australian Pain Society (APS), of which AB is a Past President (2019-2021). FAB and TRS are members of the APS Scientific Program Committee (SPC) which plans the Annual Scientific Meeting for which the APS receives sponsorship from a range of organisations. Acknowledgements The authors wish to acknowledge the support of A/Prof Malcolm Hogg, the staff of participating pain management services and InSync.

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Recent Publications

We Are All in This Together - Whole of Community Pain Science Education Campaigns to Promote Better Management of Persistent Pain Thank you to APS members Joshua Pate, Emma Karran, Sarah Wallwork, Lorimer Moseley and their colleagues Cormac Ryan, Mary O’Keefe, Brona Fullen, Nick Livadas, John Toumbourou, Peter Gilchrist, Paul Cameron, Francis Fatoye and Deepak Ravindran for sharing the following recent publication. Article first published online: 31 Oct 2023 Ryan, C. G., Karran, E. L., Wallwork, S. B., Pate, J. W., O’Keeffe, M., Fullen, B. M., Livadas, N., Jones, N., Toumbourou, J. W., Gilchrist, P., Cameron, P. A., Fatoye, F., Ravindran, D., & Lorimer Moseley, G. (2023). We are all in this together - whole of community pain science education campaigns to promote better management of persistent pain. The journal of pain, S1526-5900(23)005977. Advance online publication. https://doi. org/10.1016/j.jpain.2023.10.024 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpain.2023.10.024

Abstract Persistent pain is a major public health issue - estimated to affect a quarter of the world’s population. Public understanding of persistent pain is based on outdated biomedical models, laden with misconceptions that are contrary to best evidence. This understanding is a barrier to effective pain management. Thus, there have been calls for public health-based interventions to address these misconceptions. Previous pain focussed public education campaigns have targeted pain beliefs and behaviours

that are thought to promote recovery, such as staying active. However, prevailing painrelated misconceptions render many of these approaches counter-intuitive, at best. Pain Science Education improves understanding of ‘how pain works’ and has been demonstrated to improve pain and disability outcomes. Extending Pain Science Education beyond the clinic to the wider community seems warranted. Learning from previous back pain-focussed and other public health educational campaigns could optimise the potential benefit of such a Pain Science Education campaign. Pain Science Education-grounded campaigns have been delivered in Australia and the UK and show promise, but robust evaluations are needed before any firm conclusions on their population impact can be made. Several challenges exist going forward. Not least is the need to ensure all stakeholders are involved in the development and implementation of Pain Science Education public messaging campaigns. Furthermore, it is crucial that campaigns are undertaken through a health equity lens, incorporating underrepresented communities to ensure that any intervention does not widen existing health inequalities associated with persistent pain. Declaration See the Disclosures and Funding sections: https://www.jpain.org/article/S15265900(23)00597-7/fulltext

Have you had an article accepted for publication recently? The Australian Pain Society (APS) is keen to share publications from our members with their colleagues via our eNewsletter. If you’ve had an article accepted or published recently, please contact our Assistant Editor Joanne Harmon via the APS Secretariat (aps@apsoc.org.au) with the title, authors, and reference (i.e., journal, volume, and DOI) of your article and request the submission template. We would love it if you also supply a short commentary (300 words max) to give our readers the gist of the article.

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Survey / New Members

Researchers from Australia and New Zealand are collabora7ng to inves7gate the feasibility of community pharmacists contribu7ng to knee osteoarthri7s care standards.

Australian community pharmacists are invited to respond to a na4onal survey: h6ps://4nyurl.com/PharmacyOA

This research is approved by the Human Research Ethics Commi8ee, Cur:n University (HRE2023- 0410), is funded by Arthri:s Australia and Cur:n University and supported by the Pharmaceu:cal Society of Australia (PSA) and the Pharmacy Guild of Australia (PGA)

New Members New Members as at 23 January 2024 Miss Mary Ardren

Science Research

Dr Zachary Ball

Anaesthesia

Mrs Carly Bull

Physiotherapy

Ms Grace Ferencz

Physiotherapy

Mr James Freeman

Science Research

Mrs Lindsay Hunter

Physiotherapy

Ms Jeewan Jyoti

Nursing

Dr Lucy Kocanda

Dietetics

Ms Rachel Kovacevic

Psychology

Ms Deanne Martin

Nursing

Miss Dur-E-Nayab Mehar

Physiotherapy

Dr Luke Murtagh

Pain Medicine Physician

Miss Chloe Oliver

Exercise Physiologist

Miss Cassandra Richards

Nursing

Dr Qian Ying Tan

Rehabilitation Medicine

Dr Glenn Yamakawa

Science Research

Miss Jie Yang

Science Research

Mrs Emma Zhao

Nursing

Mrs Mary Rodger

Nursing

Ms Natasja Worsley

Psychology

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Events

21-24 APRIL

2024

2024 AUSTRALIAN PAIN SOCIETY 44TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING In the IASP Global Year about Sex and Gender Disparities in Pain

DARWIN CONVENTION CENTRE, NT

Join us online #auspainsoc

www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST ONLINE: www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024 Registrations Open 21 November 2023 IMPORTANT DEADLINES Topical Sessions

10 October 2023

Rising Star Award

10 October 2023

Free Papers & Posters

23 October 2023

Early Bird Registration

27 February 2024

INCLUDING • National and International Speakers • Pre-Conference Workshops • Topical Sessions • Extensive Industry Exhibition • Trainee Session • Welcome Reception • Conference Gala Dinner • Additional social activities to help delegates connect and network with like-minded peers

INTERNATIONAL KEYNOTE SPEAKERS Professor Christine Chambers, Dalhouse University, Canada Dr Christine Chambers is the Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Children’s Pain, a Professor of Psychology & Neuroscience and Pediatrics at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and a clinical psychologist. She also serves as the Scientific Director of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research’s Institute of Human Development, Child and Youth Health. She is also the Scientific Director of Solutions for Kids in Pain - a national knowledge mobilisation network whose mission is to improve children’s pain management.

For sponsorship and exhibition opportunities or more information please contact: APS Conference Secretariat: DC Conference & Association Management (DCC&A) P: 61 2 9954 4400 E: apsasm@dcconferences.com.au

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Professor Cheryl L. Stucky, Medical College of Wisconsin, USA Cheryl Stucky is the Marvin Wagner Endowed Chair at the Medical College of Wisconsin where she is also Director of the Pain Division of the Neuroscience Research Center. Dr Stucky’s lab studies the molecular, cellular and physiological mechanisms of sensation, particularly how we sense touch and pain. The central theme of Dr Stucky’s lab is to study the molecular and physiological mechanisms that underlie somatosensory mechanotransduction in the normal, healthy state and in conditions of tissue injury or disease.

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Events

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Events

SAVE THE DATE

19 - 21 JULY 2024 Neuromodulation Society of Australia and New Zealand A chapter of the International Neuromodulation Society

NEUROMODULATION SOCIETY OF AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND 17TH ANNUAL SCIENTIFIC MEETING (NSANZ 2024) Neuromodulation: Can we do it better? 19 – 21 JULY 2024 HOTEL GRAND CHANCELLOR, HOBART, TAS

www.dcconferences.com.au/nsanz2024

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INCLUDES CADAVER WORKSHOP Friday 19 July 2024, University of Tasmania

FYI

NEW! > New resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples living with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and gout: https:// arthritisaustralia.com.au/staying-movingstaying-strong/

Other items of interest for our members: > Latest opioid data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics: Opioid induced deaths in Australia. https://www.abs.gov.au/articles/opioidinduced-deaths-australia > Australia’s annual overdose report 2023 from the Pennington institute: https://www. penington.org.au/australias-annual-overdosereport/ > The Third Australian Atlas of Healthcare Variation: This series explores how healthcare use in Australia varies depending on where people live. It investigates reasons for variation that may be unwarranted, and provides specific achievable actions to reduce unwarranted variation. https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/atlas > Painaustralia eNewsletter latest issue, available online at http://www.painaustralia.org.au/ media/enews > ePPOC: electronic Persistent Pain Outcomes Collaboration: The electronic Persistent Pain Outcomes Collaboration (ePPOC) is an Australasian initiative that aims to improve the quality of care and outcomes for people who experience chronic pain. For more information about ePPOC, refer to the website: http://ahsri. uow.edu.au/eppoc/index.html > PainHEALTH website: painHEALTH‘s aim is to help health consumers with musculoskeletal pain access reliable, evidence-based information and tips to assist in the comanagement of musculoskeletal pain. painHEALTH is an initiative of the Department of Health, Western Australia. http://painhealth. csse.uwa.edu.au/ > Stanford University: CHOIR Collaborative Health Outcomes Information Registry https://choir. stanford.edu/

> Opioid Podcasts for GPs: These podcasts are produced by David Outridge GP, and FAChAM Trainee as a project under the auspices of Dr Steven Kelly Staff Specialist in Addiction Medicine, Kullaroo Clinic Gosford. A 20 week series from the Hunter Postgraduate Medical Institute (University of Newcastle) : http://www. gptraining.com.au/recent-podcasts > Airing Pain: Pain resources via an online radio show produced by Pain Concern, a UK registered Charity: http://painconcern.org.uk/ airing-pain/ > Indigenous Resources: New webpage on the APS website aggregating Indigenous resources: https://www.apsoc.org.au/IndigenousResources > Opioids: Communications videos: https://www. nps.org.au/opioids-communication-videos

TGA > Codeine information hub: https://www.tga.gov. au/news/news/codeine-information-hub

NSW Agency for Clinical Innovation resources: > Brainman and Pain Tool Kit translations, SEP15: http://www.aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/ translated-resources > Pain Management Resources: https://aci. health.nsw.gov.au/networks/pain-management/ resources > Quicksteps to Manage Chronic Pain in Primary Care: http://www.aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronicpain/health-professionals/quick-steps-tomanage-chronic-pain-in-primary-care > Built into Quicksteps: “How to de-prescribe and wean opioids in general practice”: http:// www.aci.health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/healthprofessionals/quick-steps-to-manage-chronic-painin-primary-care/how_to_de-prescribe_and_wean_ opioids_in_general_practice > A list of helpful apps for consumers and clinicians now available at: http://www.aci. health.nsw.gov.au/chronic-pain/healthprofessionals/management-of-chronic-pain > Chronic Pain in the ED: https://www.aci.health. nsw.gov.au/networks/eci/clinical/clinicalresources/clinical-tools/pain-management/ chronic-pain-in-the-ed

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Membership

APS Membership Renewals 2024 Renewal notices for 2024 have been sent by email to members, check your inbox! Thank you for your continued support and membership of the APS. Please note: 1. We understand that circumstances change, so each year we ask you to select your appropriate level of membership. 2. This system of self-reporting subscription levels was implemented in 2009 for the benefit and fairness of all members.

NO INCREASE in membership fees for 2024! a.

Regular A

$120

b. Regular B

$230

$370

Regular C

d. Retired

$65 Concessional Rate

Student

Before renewing, please ensure you review and update your member profile online. Payments can be made by Credit Card, BPAY, or Cheque. Did you know that the Australian Pain Society is a registered charity with ACNC? Your donation will help the Society to promote the prevention and control of diseases in human beings associated with pain. All donations of $2 or more to APS are tax-deductible.

Would you like to be featured in an APS member spotlight? Email the APS Secretariat (aps@apsoc.org.au) if you would like to complete a short interview to introduce yourself and your work to the broader membership.

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Calendar of Events

Calendar of Events 21-24 March 2024

18-21 May 2024

New Zealand Pain Society (NZPS) NZPS 2024 - Empowering Pain Management in New Zealand

Australian Rheumatology Association & New Zealand Rheumatology Association

The Dunedin Centre, Dunedin, NZ https://www.nzps2024.nz/

5-7 April 2024 Spine Society of Australia (SSA) 2024 Spine Society of Australia 35th Annual Scientific Meeting

2024 Joint ARA and NZRA Annual Scientific Meeting Te Pae, Christchurch, NZ https://www.nzra-ara2024.com/

31 May 2024 Dietitians Australia Dietitians Unite 2024 Doltone House, Pyrmont, Sydney NSW

International Convention Centre (ICC), Sydney, NSW https://www.dcconferences.com.au/ssa2024/ home

21-24 April 2024

https://dietitianconnection.com/event/dietitiansunite-2024/

13-14 June 2024 Occupational Therapy Australia

Australian Pain Society (APS) 2024 Australian Pain Society 44th Annual Scientific Meeting

2024 OT Exchange

Darwin Convention Centre, NT

https://www.otausevents.com.au/otexchange2024

https://www.dcconferences.com.au/aps2024/

2-4 May 2024 Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) Research to Practice 2024 International Convention Centre (ICC), Sydney, NSW https://www.researchtopractice2024.com.au/ event/7b82256c-0d69-4710-96eb-57a8df5fed26/ summary

3-7 May 2024 Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) ANZCA 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, Brisbane, QLD https://www.anzca.edu.au/events-courses/events/ major-events/anzca-national-events/2024-anzcaasm

Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre, Perth, WA

19-21 July 2024 Neuromodulation Society of Australia and New Zealand (NSANZ) 2024 Neuromodulation Society of Australia & New Zealand 17th Annual Scientific Meeting (NSANZ 2024) Hotel Grand Chancellor, Hobart, TAS https://www.dcconferences.com.au/nsanz2024/

5-9 August 2024 International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) IASP 2024 World Congress on Pain Amsterdam RAI, Amsterdam, Netherlands https://www.iasp-pain.org/iasp-2024-worldcongress-on-pain/

16-18 September 2024 National Rural Health Alliance 17th National Rural Health Conference Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre, Perth, WA https://www.ruralhealth.org.au/

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Vision, Purpose & Priorities and New Members

Vision, Purpose & Priorities

Vision: All people will have optimal pain management throughout life.

Purpose: The Australian Pain Society is a multidisciplinary association whose purpose is to advance pain management through education, research, and advocacy for transformational improvements in clinical care.

Priorities: In order to achieve our purpose, the Australian Pain Society will provide: > Membership > Research > Education > Services and resources > Good governance and operations > Advocacy

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Directors

President:

NT Director:

Mrs Joyce McSwan

Adjunct A/Prof Cindy Wall

Gold Coast Primary Health Network Persistent Pain Program, QLD and PainWISE Tel: 0412 327 795 Fax: 07 3539 9801

Clinical Psychology Assessment & Consultancy Fannie Bay NT 0820 Tel: 0488 993 210 Fax: 08 6266 3777

President-Elect:

QLD Director:

Ms Bernadette Smith

Mrs Karalyn Huxhagen

Psychology Plus South Burnie TAS Tel: 03 6431 9959 Fax: 03 6431 9950

KH Pharmacy Consulting Mackay QLD 4740 Tel: 0418 185 972 Fax: 07 4805 6155

Secretary:

SA Director:

Mrs Dinah Spratt

Ms Heather Gray

Physiotas Physiotherapy Shearwater TAS 7307 Tel: 03 6428 7500 Fax: 03 6424 7811

Royal Adelaide Hospital Adelaide SA 5000 Email: heather.gray@sa.gov.au

Treasurer:

TAS Director:

Dr Laura Prendergast

Mr Sinan Tejani

Pain Service, Northern Health Broadmeadows VIC 3047 Tel: 03 8345 5166 Fax: N/A Work days Mon & Thu

InBalance Physiotherapy Launceston TAS 7250 Tel: 0469 967 841 Fax: N/A

VIC Director:

ACT Director:

Dr Esther Dube

Dr Andrew Watson Calvary Hospital Canberra ACT 2617 Tel: 02 6201 6352 Fax: N/A

Austin Health Heidelberg VIC 3084 Tel: 03 9989 1676 Fax: N/A

WA Director:

NSW Director:

Ms Jacintha Bell

Mr Connor Gleadhill Department of Health and Aged Care Primary Care Division Newcastle NSW 2038 Tel: 0405 203 661 Fax: N/A

Lifeworks Occupational Therapy Subiaco WA 6008 Tel: 0451 178 880 Fax: 08 6323 3329

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Office Bearers

Immediate Past President:

Newsletter Assistant Editor:

Ms Trudy Maunsell

Dr Joanne Harmon

Retired QLD

School of Clinical and Health Sciences University of South Australia Adelaide SA 5000 Tel: 08 8302 1442

SPC Chair:

Scholarship/Grant Selection Subcommittee Co-Chairs:

Professor Kevin Keay Department of Anatomy University of Sydney Camperdown NSW 2006 Tel: 02 9351 4132 Fax: 02 9351 2817

IASP Liaison: Sydney School of Public Health Faculty of Medicine and Health University of Sydney Camperdown NSW 2006 Email: fiona.blyth@sydney.edu.au

Communications Coordinator: Mrs Joyce McSwan Gold Coast Primary Health Network Persistent Pain Program, QLD and PainWISE Tel: 0412 327 795 Fax: 07 3539 9801

Newsletter Editor: Dr Lincoln Tracy School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine Monash University Melbourne VIC 3004 Tel: 03 9903 0288

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Centre for Integrated Preclinical Drug Development University of Queensland St Lucia QLD 4072 Prof Luke Henderson

Professor Fiona Blyth AM

Em Prof Maree Smith AC

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Anatomy & Histology, School of Medical Sciences Brain & Mind Centre University of Sydney Camperdown NSW 2006

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