As with every industry, the field of pain medicine is continually progressing in the face of technological developments, generational turnover, and the disruptions that come from significant world events such as the COVID-19 pandemic. When it comes to forging paths toward the future of pain care, it is the aim of professional societies and organizations to determine the right course and provide resources for their members to succeed in achieving a common mission.

In this episode, host Shravani Durbhakula, MD, is joined by Kayode A. Williams, MD, MBA, FFARCSI, President of the American Academy of Pain Medicine (AAPM) to discuss the history and values of AAPM and share his vision for the future of the pain medicine subspecialty as a whole.