Persistent pain takes a toll physically, emotionally and financially.
When persistent pain prevents normal functioning, patients can be referred to the Anesthesia Pain Management Program at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. The Anesthesia Pain Management Program is composed of health care professionals dedicated to the management of pain in a team approach. The team is composed of a faculty member with special training in Pain Management and Anesthesia plus fellows and residents. The First Visit A specialist interviews the patient for a detailed medical history. A physical examination is performed.