The Faculty of Pain Medicine of the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists - History and Strategic Plan.

Since its formation, the Faculty of Pain Medicine ( FPM) has grown into an organization with 369 fellows. It has 29 accredited pain medicine training units in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, and Singapore. This article reviews the history of its birth and subsequent growth. The FPM fellowship is widely recognized as a high-quality qualification, based on a sound curriculum, excellent clinical exposure, and robust continuing professional development. But how does the Faculty position itself for the future? The Faculty's 5-year Strategic Plan (from 2013 to 2017) sets out its vision 'to reduce the burden of pain in society through education, advocacy, training and research.' [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]