Irish Pain Society’s 26th Annual Scientific Meeting
We are delighted to welcome you to the IPS Annual Scientific Meeting 2026, bringing together clinicians, researchers, trainees, healthcare professionals and colleagues from across the field to share knowledge, showcase innovation and explore the future of our specialty.
The meeting will provide an engaging programme of presentations, scientific sessions, interactive discussions and networking opportunities, creating a forum for colleagues to exchange ideas and share advances in research, clinical practice and education.
We look forward to welcoming you to George Moore Auditorium, UCD, on Saturday, 10th October 2026, for an engaging and inspiring meeting.
SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMME
Our scientific programme brings together leading national and international experts to explore the latest advances in pain research, education, and clinical practice. View the full programme below to discover the day’s sessions, keynote lectures, workshops, oral presentations, and networking opportunities.
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION NOW OPEN!
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION:
We are now seeking abstract submissions for short oral and poster presentations from across the island of Ireland. Abstracts are welcomed from all pain disciplines and career stages.
Accepted abstracts will be published on the IPS website and EFIC National Chapters webpage.
A number of Prizes are awarded at the meeting, including
- Pain Research Medals for the best Clinical Pain Research and Non-Clinical Pain Research posters,
- Dr Hugh Raftery Medal to Non-Consultant Hospital Doctor(NCHD) for best Research / Case Report / Case Series / Audit presentation (poster or short oral) in Pain Medicine and
- Best Short Oral Prize.
- Prof Laserina O’Connor Medal to nurses for best research / case report / case series / audit presentation
Abstracts must be prepared in line with the IPS guidelines and submitted using the link below.
Deadline for submission is 28th August 2026
