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For Anesthesiologists

Pain Management Training for Anesthesiologists

Leverage your regional anesthesia expertise to build a comprehensive interventional pain practice. Our AAOPM-certified courses provide hands-on training in joint injections, nerve blocks, ultrasound-guided procedures, and NCV/EMG diagnostics—taught by expert faculty.

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Why Choose AAOPM

More than training — a complete ecosystem designed to help you succeed in interventional pain management.

100K+ Healthcare Professionals

Join a Thriving Community

You're not alone on this journey. Connect with over 100,000 healthcare professionals in our exclusive community forum. Share experiences, ask clinical questions, get real advice from peers who've been where you are, and build relationships that last beyond the classroom.

Peer support network Clinical discussions Business insights

Hands-On Live Training

Practice on real patients under expert supervision. Our small-group format ensures personalized attention and immediate feedback. Available for beginners through advanced providers.

Beginner → Advanced

Business & Marketing

"How do I grow my pain management practice?" — the #1 question we hear. We answer it with comprehensive marketing strategies, patient acquisition tactics, and practice growth education.

#1 Question Answered

Mentorship & Guidance

Personal support at every step. Our faculty are here to guide your journey into interventional pain management.

Tools & Resources

KPI calculators, treatment protocols, consent forms, and business templates included.

Trusted Vendors

Exclusive discounts on supplies, equipment, and services from vetted partners.

Job Placement

Access our exclusive board connecting you with clinics hiring pain management providers.

A Proven Framework for Success

Trust the system that's helped 100,000+ students successfully expand their pain management capabilities and build thriving practices. From your first injection to a comprehensive pain program, we've mapped the path.

Practice Growth

Why Anesthesiologists Are Expanding Into Interventional Pain

Your expertise in regional anesthesia and nerve blocks provides an ideal foundation for building a comprehensive interventional pain practice.

  • Natural Skill Transition: Your training in regional anesthesia, nerve blocks, and ultrasound-guided procedures translates directly to interventional pain management techniques.
  • Practice Independence: Build an outpatient pain practice with predictable hours and better work-life balance compared to OR and call schedules.
  • Strong Reimbursement: Pain management procedures are well-established with CPT codes and typically covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers.
  • Growing Patient Demand: The chronic pain epidemic continues to drive demand for qualified interventional pain providers, with patients preferring targeted treatments over long-term medications.
  • Diagnostic Revenue: Add NCV/EMG testing capabilities to generate additional revenue streams while improving diagnostic accuracy for your pain patients.

Popular Pain Management Courses

Our most popular pain management training courses. Expand your interventional capabilities with hands-on procedural training from expert physicians.

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3-Day Interventional Pain Management

Comprehensive training covering joint injections, trigger points, nerve blocks, and spinal procedures with hands-on practice.

3 Days CME Credits Hands-On
From $1,299
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Ultrasound-Guided Pain Procedures

Learn ultrasound-guided injection techniques for precise needle placement in joints, nerves, and soft tissue.

2 Days CME Credits Hands-On
From $1,299
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NCV/EMG Diagnostic Training

Master nerve conduction studies and electromyography for diagnosing neuropathies, radiculopathies, and neuromuscular disorders.

2 Days CME Credits Hands-On
From $1,299
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Joint & Extremity Injection Course

Comprehensive training on peripheral joint injections including knee, shoulder, hip, elbow, and small joint techniques.

1 Day CME Credits Hands-On
From $699
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Advanced Pain Management

Take your skills to the next level with advanced injection techniques, fluoroscopic guidance, and complex case management.

2 Days CME Credits Hands-On
From $1,299
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PRP for Pain & Regenerative Medicine

Learn platelet-rich plasma therapy for joint pain, tendinopathies, and regenerative orthopedic applications.

1 Day CME Credits Hands-On
From $699
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For Anesthesiologists

Scope of Practice for Anesthesiologists

Your anesthesiology training provides a strong foundation for interventional pain management.

Full Interventional Authority

As a board-certified anesthesiologist, you already possess extensive training in regional anesthesia, pharmacology, and patient monitoring. Your expertise in nerve blocks, spinal and epidural techniques, and ultrasound guidance provides an excellent foundation for transitioning into outpatient interventional pain management. Additional training allows you to expand into comprehensive chronic pain care outside the OR setting.

100% Independent practice authority

Revenue Potential

Outpatient pain management offers strong reimbursement with better lifestyle balance than hospital-based anesthesia.

$400K+ potential annual revenue

Procedures You Can Perform

  • Joint injections (all major joints)
  • Trigger point injections
  • Peripheral nerve blocks
  • Epidural steroid injections
  • Facet joint & medial branch blocks

Diagnostic Services

Add NCV/EMG diagnostic testing to identify nerve damage, radiculopathies, and neuromuscular disorders—complementing your interventional procedures and improving diagnostic precision.

Quick Transition

Your existing procedural skills accelerate the learning curve. Most anesthesiologists begin performing new outpatient procedures within days of training.

Board Certification

AAOPM offers board certification pathways in pain management. Additional credentials demonstrate your commitment to pain medicine, enhance credibility with patients and referral sources, and differentiate your practice in a competitive market.

Getting Started

Build on your regional anesthesia foundation with courses focused on outpatient joint injections, chronic pain nerve blocks, and diagnostic NCV/EMG testing. AAOPM's curriculum helps you transition smoothly from OR-based to outpatient interventional pain care.

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Pain Management Training Courses

Browse our upcoming pain management courses. All courses are AAOPM certified and include hands-on training.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about pain management training for anesthesiologists.

AAOPM offers comprehensive training in interventional pain management procedures including joint injections (knee, shoulder, hip, SI joint), trigger point injections, nerve blocks, epidural steroid injections, facet joint injections, ultrasound-guided procedures, and NCV/EMG diagnostic testing. Your anesthesiology background will help you quickly master these outpatient techniques.
All AAOPM courses are AAOPM certified. Additionally, select courses may award AMA PRA Category 1 Credits when applicable based on course requirements. Upon successful completion, you receive an AAOPM Certificate of Completion documenting your training.
Yes, AAOPM offers dedicated ultrasound-guided pain management training. Building on your existing ultrasound skills from regional anesthesia, our courses teach you how to apply diagnostic ultrasound for precise needle placement in joint injections, peripheral nerve blocks, and soft tissue procedures in the outpatient setting.
Our courses combine didactic lectures covering anatomy, injection techniques, patient selection, and safety protocols with extensive hands-on training. Participants practice procedures under direct supervision of expert faculty in small group settings, ensuring personalized attention and immediate feedback. Courses range from 1-3 days depending on the program.
Yes, most pain management procedures are covered by insurance including Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance plans. Joint injections, nerve blocks, trigger point injections, epidural injections, and NCV/EMG diagnostic studies are typically reimbursable procedures with established CPT codes, making pain management an excellent practice builder.
AAOPM provides ongoing support including access to our professional community, clinical resources, and faculty consultations. We offer refresher courses, advanced training opportunities, and board certification pathways for practitioners seeking to demonstrate expertise in pain management. Our team is available to answer clinical questions as you build your outpatient pain practice.

Ready to Expand Your Pain Management Skills?

Join thousands of professionals who have advanced their interventional capabilities with AAOPM training. Register today or speak with our team.

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