American Society of Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine - ASRA Annual Pain Medicine Meeting 2026 in Tampa, FL

American Society of Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine - ASRA Annual Pain Medicine Meeting 2026

November 5–7, 2026
Tampa, FL

Event Date

November 5–7, 2026

Location

Tampa, FL

About This Show

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The ASRA Annual Pain Medicine Meeting is the fall conference of ASRA Pain Medicine (the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine). The 2026 edition marks the 25th Annual Pain Medicine Meeting, carrying the theme "Making Waves: Turning the Tide in Pain Medicine." It is an in-person continuing-medical-education event focused on advances in interventional and chronic pain medicine, blending scientific plenaries with hands-on skills training.

The meeting draws a diverse clinical audience β€” physicians, pain medicine fellows and residents, medical students, and affiliate practitioners such as physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses. Its co-chairs for 2026 are Dr. Tina Doshi and Dr. Ariana Nelson, who lead a program built around emerging evidence, new technologies, and evolving treatment paradigms.

Attendees come for high-quality, unbiased education delivered by an experienced faculty, alongside practical strategies they can apply in their own practices. Interactive workshops, problem-based learning discussions, debates, and dedicated networking events make the meeting valuable for both established clinicians and those early in their careers. Set on the Tampa waterfront, the meeting also pairs professional development with an appealing destination.

Show Highlights

The 2026 program, themed "Making Waves: Turning the Tide in Pain Medicine," offers a range of formats:

  • Plenary sessions tracking emerging trends and paradigm shifts, covering topics like cannabinoids, neuromodulation, novel analgesics, and new information about older drugs.
  • Interactive workshops on advanced procedures such as ultrasound-guided procedures, spinal cord stimulation, basivertebral nerve ablation, sacroiliac joint fusion, and minimally invasive lumbar discectomy.
  • Problem-based learning discussions (PBLDs) on challenging scenarios including opioid management, integrative medicine, legal cases, and negotiation.
  • Educational Excellence program for master educators, plus a Practice Management Portfolio covering billing, reimbursement, team building, and professional development.
  • ASRA Pain Medicine Debate, where key opinion leaders present opposing viewpoints on major issues in the specialty.
  • Networking opportunities including the Networking Reception, Special Interest Group meetings, and the Saturday Night Celebration.

Program Co-Chairs for 2026 are Dr. Tina Doshi and Dr. Ariana Nelson. A separate Advanced Interventional Pain Management Course and Workshop for Fellows is offered for pain medicine fellows in ACGME-accredited programs.

Registration

Registration is completed online through the ASRA Pain Medicine website. It is an in-person meeting, and the base registration includes access to main meeting sessions (refresher courses, plenaries, Ask the Expert sessions, the Practice Management Portfolio, the Medical Education Masterclass, the PA/NP/Nursing Program), ePosters and moderated sessions, the exhibit hall, and daily breakfasts and breaks. PBLDs, workshops, the Morning Fun Run/Walk, and the Saturday Night Celebration require additional fees.

Rates vary by category and by registration window:

  • Early-Bird (on or before Sept 17), Regular (Sept 18–Oct 29), and Onsite (Oct 30–Nov 7).
  • ASRA physician member: $965 early-bird / $1,100 regular / $1,200 onsite.
  • Physician non-member: $1,465 / $1,675 / $1,770.
  • Trainee member (resident/fellow/student): $295 / $370 / $395.
  • Affiliate member (PA, NP, nurse, other): $565 / $685 / $800.
  • Active-duty military: $535 (flat).
  • Day rate: $660 / $780 / $895.

Select workshops carry added fees (e.g., Fluoroscopy Workshop $355, Ultrasound Workshop $275). Registration fees are refundable minus a $100 processing fee if cancellation is received in writing no later than three weeks before the event. Visa invitation letters and employer-support letters are available on request.

History

The 2026 meeting is the 25th Annual Pain Medicine Meeting, organized by ASRA Pain Medicine (the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine). The 2026 theme, "Making Waves: Turning the Tide in Pain Medicine," follows recent-year themes such as "Let's Go" and "The Whole Clinic." The meeting is held annually each fall and rotates among U.S. host cities, with the 2026 edition taking place in Tampa, Florida.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When and where is the 2026 ASRA Annual Pain Medicine Meeting?

The 25th Annual Pain Medicine Meeting takes place November 5-7, 2026, at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street in Tampa, Florida.

Who should attend the meeting?

The meeting is designed for physicians, pain medicine fellows, residents, and medical students, as well as affiliate practitioners such as physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and nurses. It offers programming for both established clinicians and those early in their careers.

How do I register and what does registration include?

Registration is completed online through the ASRA Pain Medicine website. The base fee includes main meeting sessions, plenaries, the exhibit hall, ePosters, and daily breakfasts and breaks, while PBLDs, workshops, the Morning Fun Run/Walk, and the Saturday Night Celebration carry additional fees. Early-bird rates apply on or before September 17, 2026.

Where should I stay and what are the hotel rates?

ASRA has reserved room blocks at the JW Marriott Tampa Water Street (headquarters hotel, $319 single/double) and the connected Marriott Tampa Water Street across the street ($269 single/double), both plus applicable taxes and fees. The special rates are available until October 2, 2026, and reservations must be made through ASRA's link or directly with the hotel.

What makes the meeting worth attending?

The 2026 program, themed "Making Waves: Turning the Tide in Pain Medicine," offers high-quality, unbiased CME from a diverse faculty. Highlights include plenary sessions on emerging topics, hands-on interventional workshops, problem-based learning discussions, an expert debate, and dedicated networking events on Tampa's waterfront.

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