Annual Scientific Meeting on Post-Surgical Pain
December 5–6, 2026, in Tampa, Florida
All workshops are included with every registration (hands-on for providers, and observational for students) and up to 14 CME credits
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Annual Scientific Meeting on Post-Surgical Pain
Post-Surgical Pain
In an era of increasing surgical volumes and a persistent opioid crisis, the need for action in addressing post-surgical pain has never been more urgent. As physicians and scientists, we have the power to improve pain management and surgical outcomes through innovative approaches and by advancing the science behind superior treatment modalities.
While traditional anesthesiology conferences have concentrated on the delivery of anesthesia, and pain conferences on spine pain management, the critical issue of post-surgical pain management often remains under-addressed. Surgical conferences tend to focus on advancing surgical techniques, leaving a gap in comprehensive post-surgical care. Our annual conference is set to bridge this gap.
Conference Highlights:
Our conference will present a dynamic scientific program dedicated exclusively to the management of acute post-surgical pain in hospitals, sub-acute pain in the community, and chronic pain in medical offices.
This event is essential for professionals across all surgical specialties, anesthesiology, emergency medicine, and physical therapy. It offers a unique platform for sharing insights and discussing strategies to enhance surgical pain management and outcomes.
I warmly invite you and your family to join us in Tampa for this unparalleled conference. Together, we can reduce the burden of chronic post-surgical pain and improve the lives of our patients.
Join us in Tampa for an engaging and educational experience that promises to equip you with new insights and enthusiasm for the future of post-surgical pain management.
Warmest regards,
Arun Kalava, MD, FASA, EDRA
Chairman & Founder, ASPSP
Topics Covered
Chronic Post-Surgical Pain
Prevention strategies and management options in managing chronic post-surgical pain
Pediatric Post-Surgical Pain
Best practices in managing acute, sub-acute and chronic post-surgical pain in children
Peripheral Nerve Blocks (AKA Regional Anesthesia)
Latest guidelines and evidence in the use of nerve blocks to manage post-surgical pain
Peripheral Nerve Stimulation
Application of peripheral nerve stimulation in managing various stages of post-surgical pain
Sub-acute (Transitional) Post-Surgical Pain
Emerging evidence in managing Transitional Pain and how to establish a Transitional pain practice
Agenda
General Information
The agenda outlines two full days of education and skills based training in Tampa, with dedicated time for workshops, exhibitors, and networking with leaders in the field.
Click below to view the complete agenda PDF and explore the sessions, speakers, and workshops in detail.
Poster Abstracts
Call for Poster Abstracts
Submission Deadline:
Midnight September 30, 2026
The Planning Committee for the ASPSP 2026 Annual Meeting invites submissions of high-quality abstracts for presentation at this year’s conference. Abstracts should focus on original research, innovative case studies, or scholarly insights related to post-surgical pain, pain management, perioperative care, or closely related fields.
General Information
Reserve Your Room
Venue Information
Travel back in time at the newly renovated Le Méridien Tampa, one of the city’s premier boutique hotels.
Venue Information
On-site dining includes Sal Rosa Island Kitchen & Bar, featuring Island Latin cuisine and Caribbean inspired cocktails, as well as Sal Rosa Café & Scoops, offering specialty coffees, house made gelato, pastries, and desserts.
The building’s iconic courtrooms have been reimagined as elegant meeting rooms and event spaces. Modern amenities include an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center with new Peloton bikes and Life Fitness equipment, and a 24-hour sundries shop.
The hotel’s 130 guest rooms and suites blend historic architectural details with modern comfort and state-of-the-art technology, creating a distinctive and memorable stay in downtown Tampa.