In late 1993, M. Sharify and Louisa Jones exchanged correspondence about establishing a chapter of the IASP in Iran; at that time, there were only half a dozen active Iranian members. Sharify, S. Semnanian, and H. Manaheji called a roundtable meeting at the University of Tehran on 22 December 1994, to discuss pain problems in Iran. From this meeting, the nascent Iranian Pain Society was accepted as a IASP Chapter.

IASP 2026 World Congress on Pain

Bangkok, Thailand | October 26–30, 2026

The Iranian Society for the Study of Pain (ISSP) is pleased to invite its members, pain physicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals to participate in the IASP 2026 World Congress on Pain, the world’s leading scientific event dedicated to pain research, education, and clinical practice.

This prestigious congress will bring together internationally recognized experts, clinicians, scientists, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to discuss the latest advances in pain medicine. The scientific program will feature cutting-edge research, evidence-based clinical updates, innovative technologies, hands-on educational sessions, and valuable networking opportunities.

Participation in the IASP World Congress provides an exceptional opportunity to:

* Learn about the newest developments in pain mechanisms, diagnosis, and treatment.
* Exchange knowledge with leading international experts.
* Present original research and clinical experiences.
* Build global collaborations in pain research and education.
* Strengthen professional development through high-quality educational sessions.

The Iranian Society for the Study of Pain encourages all members to actively participate in this unique international scientific gathering and proudly represent the Iranian pain community on the global stage.

We look forward to meeting our colleagues in Bangkok and contributing to the advancement of pain medicine worldwide.

Iranian Society for the Study of Pain (ISSP)
IASP Chapter – Iran

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