About Us

History
The Texas Pain Society (TPS) was established in 1989, in Houston, Texas. The membership of over 300 pain practitioners are involved in acute and chronic pain management of patients in Texas. TPS represents the practice of pain medicine in Texas, with a seat on the Texas Medical Association’s House of Delegates.

Mission
The Texas Pain Society is dedicated to advancing comprehensive, multidisciplinary, patient-centered pain care across the state. We represent and support the interests of patients, physicians, and healthcare professionals by promoting excellence in education, advocacy, and research, with the goal of improving the lives of Texans living with pain. 

Vision & Purpose
The Texas Pain Society envisions a future where every Texan has access to compassionate, effective, and evidence-based pain care that enhances quality of life and functionality. To achieve this, TPS: 

• Promotes and maintains the highest standards in the practice of pain medicine through continuing education and clinical research.
  
  
• Encourages education and collaboration among trainees and practitioners across all disciplines involved in pain care.
  
  
• Advocates for policies and regulations that ensure patient access to comprehensive pain treatment and fair third-party reimbursement.
  
  
• Supports a multidisciplinary approach to pain management, recognizing the diverse and complex needs of those living with pain.