Targeted Relief: A Non-systemic Treatment Strategy for PDPN of the Feet
Date/Time: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | 4:15 PM – 5:35 PM Location: Brera Ballroom This workshop is sponsored by Averitas
This interactive, case-based symposium will equip HCPs with practical strategies to identify and treat appropriate patients with painful diabetic peripheral neuropathy (PDPN) of the feet using a targeted, non-systemic treatment option. Through expert insights from Dr. Daniel Pak and Dr. Steven Stanos, framed through a patient case discussion, attendees will learn about this treatment approach for patients suffering from unresolved DPN foot pain.
Faculty
Daniel Pak, MD
McGovern Medical School, UTHealth Houston Houston, Texas
Steven P. Stanos, DO
Medical Director, Pain Medicine and Services Swedish Health System Seattle, Washington
No RSVP required & dinner included
Workshop 2
Migraine Matters Workshop: Patient-Centered Considerations for Recognizing and Assessing Migraine
Date/Time: Wednesday, September 9, 2:00 – 4:00 PM Location: Castellana This workshop is sponsored by Pfizer
This interactive workshop explores the management of migraine through patient perspectives, including the impact of stigma on the patient journey. Participants will review important considerations for recognizing and assessing migraine in clinical practice, informed by real-world patient experiences. The workshop includes an HCP and Patient Conversation, a Patient Panel on Stigma and Case-Based Activities designed to reinforce learning and support patient-centered conversations.
Faculty
Jordan Mast, MMS, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Colorado Neurological Clinic, Denver, CO
Dawn C. Buse, PhD
Clinical Professor, Department of Neurology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York, NY; Fellow, American Headache Society; Licensed Psychologist
Dylan Gallacher, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Colorado Neurological Clinic, Denver, CO
Fred Cohen, MD
Headache Intervention, Icahn School of Medicine, Mount Sinai Headache and Facial Pain Center
Jenny Tillman
National Director of Development, Miles for Migraine; former U.S. Air Force veteran and surgical nurse. Patient with migraine and advocate. Proud Native American
Izac Ross
Design & Product Leader; Founder & CEO of the Haven Headache & Migraine Center. Patient with migraine and advocate.
Anikah Salim, DrPH, MPH, CPH
Epidemiologist; Support Group Leader, US Pain Foundation. Led the first Miles for Migraine national virtual support group. Patient with migraine and advocate.
Expert Roundtable - Double Down on Pain Relief: A New Fixed-dose Combination for Pain Management
Date/Time: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 | 2:40 PM – 4:00 PM Location: Brera Ballroom This workshop is sponsored by Kenvue
Coffee and snacks provided. Registration required - spaces are limited. Registration information coming soon.
This is a non-CME session sponsored by Kenvue Brands LLC.
Explore the clinical evidence behind a new FDA-approved OTC fixed-dose combination of acetaminophen and naproxen sodium, with multidisciplinary expert commentary on its implications for your pain management toolkit. Bring your questions - answered live by our expert panel.
The 20th Annual PAINWeek Conference will feature an accredited continuing education (CE) hands-on workshop with live demonstration of onabotulium toxin injection for the treatment of chronic migraine. Attendees will work in groups with a training mannequin to learn best practices and injection technique for migraine treatment. Additionally, the workshop will include a live patient demonstration to provide real-time application and learning opportunities. Board certified, fellowship trained headache specialists will guide attendees through this treatment paradigm, covering appropriate patient selection, injection site selection, safety considerations, proper injection technique, and strategies for overcoming common challenges.
Learning Objectives:
Review the efficacy and safety of onabotulium toxin injection for the treatment of chronic migraine
Review chronic migraine criteria needed for insurance approval for this procedure
Discuss expert recommendations for appropriate injection techniques and injection sites for chronic migraine
Faculty
Paul G. Mathew, MD, DNBPAS, FAAN, FAHS, FACSM
Assistant Professor of Neurology; Harvard Medical School/Mass General Brigham/Atrius Health; Harvard Medical School/Mass General Brigham/Atrius Health; Sharon, Massachusetts
Regina Krel, MD, FAHS
Director, Headache Center; Hackensack University Medical Center; River Edge, New Jersey
