Awards

This annual award was created to honor the memory of Dr. Sam Hassenbusch. It will be presented to an individual based on their research and academic achievements, professional contributions to pain management, among other criteria.

This annual award was created to honor the memory and efforts of Dr. James Heavner. It will be presented to an individual based on their research and academic achievements, professional contributions to pain management, among other criteria.

The Pain Management Scholarships are annual scholarships that are open to Texas fellows and residents with an interest in pain medicine. There are a limited number of scholarships that are available. 

The Samuel J. Hassenbusch, MD, PhD Continued Learning Case Study award are presented each year to the top five reviewed cases. Winners are invited to the annual meeting to present their case live in front of the membership. 

This award is inspired by Drs. C.M. Schade & Stratton Hill to recognize the outstanding work of an individual or group of individuals who have helped make positive changes in the world  of pain medicine.