Massachusetts Pain Initiative

Mass PI is dedicated to improving the quality of life for people suffering from pain.

Integrity — Credibility — Empathy — Collaborative — Inclusive

Upcoming Educational Conference

SAVE THE DATE for our Annual Symposium!

We are excited for our next Pain Symposium at a new location at Newton Wellesley Hospital, Newton MA
Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
The program will run from 8:00-3:30, with continental breakfast included.
Contact hours will be awarded to nurses and other eligible healthcare providers.
Please stay tuned for details as we will be updating information and releasing registration information soon.

News Updates

Massachusetts Bill with Key Pain Provisions Passed in December, 2024

Cindy Steinberg, Policy Chair, Massachusetts Pain Initiative
Posted: 2025-04-01

Data reveal how doctors take women’s pain less seriously than men’s

A new study of hospital emergency departments suggests that women have more limited access to painkillers and medical care
Posted: 2024-08-09

Healthy People 2023

May 2023 Webinar Best Practices in Pain Care
Posted: 2023-07-13

Healthy People Chronic Pain Objectives

Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion/Department of Health and Human Services
Posted: 2023-07-13