ABOUT US

About EFIPP

The Egyptian Foundation for Interventional Pain Practice (EFIPP) is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the field of interventional pain management in Egypt. Established by Dr. Magdi Iskander, a renowned pain management specialist with over three decades of experience, EFIPP aims to promote the highest standards of professional practice, support education and training, and encourage research and development in the field of interventional pain practice.

EFIPP brings together medical professionals, researchers, educators, and institutions with a shared interest in improving the lives of patients suffering from chronic pain. The Foundation fosters collaboration and knowledge exchange among its members and the broader medical community through workshops, conferences, and networking events.

In addition to its educational and research initiatives, EFIPP advocates for evidence-based pain management practices and policies in Egypt, raising public awareness about the benefits of interventional pain practice for chronic pain patients. By working towards these goals, the Egyptian Foundation for Interventional Pain Practice strives to make a lasting impact on the field of pain management and the well-being of patients across the country.

As part of its commitment to fostering collaboration and promoting professional development, EFIPP is actively involved in hosting hands-on training sessions, organizing cadaveric workshops, and conducting pain school programs in partnership with the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP). This dedication to providing cutting-edge resources and learning opportunities for its members ensures that EFIPP remains at the forefront of interventional pain practice in Egypt and beyond.

EFIPP Charter

Egyptian Foundation for Interventional Pain Practice (EFIPP) Charter

Article I: Name

The name of the organization is the Egyptian Foundation for Interventional Pain Practice (EFIPP).

Article II: Purpose and Objectives

The purpose of the EFIPP is to advance the field of interventional pain practice in Egypt through education, research, and advocacy. The Foundation aims to:

  1. Promote the highest standards of professional practice in interventional pain management.
  2. Facilitate and support the education and training of medical professionals in the field of interventional pain practice.
  3. Encourage and support research and development in the field of interventional pain practice.
  4. Advocate for the adoption of evidence-based pain management practices and policies in Egypt.
  5. Foster collaboration and networking among medical professionals, institutions, and organizations involved in interventional pain practice.
  6. Raise public awareness about interventional pain practice and its benefits for patients suffering from chronic pain.

Article III: Membership

Membership in the EFIPP is open to medical professionals, researchers, educators, and institutions involved or interested in the field of interventional pain practice. The Foundation may establish different categories of membership, including individual, institutional, honorary, and student memberships.

Article IV: Governance

  1. The EFIPP is governed by a Board of Directors, which is responsible for setting the Foundation’s strategic direction, policies, and overall management.
  2. The Board of Directors shall consist of a minimum of five (5) and a maximum of ten (10) members, elected by the membership for a term of three (3) years. Board members may serve a maximum of two (2) consecutive terms.
  3. The Board shall elect from its members a President, Vice President, Secretary, and Treasurer, who shall serve for a term of three (3) years.
  4. The Board shall establish committees as necessary to carry out the work of the Foundation, including but not limited to an Education Committee, a Research Committee, and an Advocacy Committee.

Article V: Meetings

  1. The EFIPP shall hold an Annual General Meeting (AGM) for all members to review the Foundation’s activities and financial reports and elect new Board members, as needed.
  2. The Board of Directors shall meet at least quarterly to discuss and make decisions on the Foundation’s operations, finances, and policies.
  3. The Foundation may organize additional meetings, workshops, conferences, and events to further its objectives and engage its members.

Article VI: Finances

  1. The EFIPP is financed through membership fees, grants, donations, sponsorships, and other sources of funding, as approved by the Board of Directors.
  2. The Treasurer shall manage the Foundation’s finances, maintain financial records, and prepare annual financial reports to be presented at the AGM.

Article VII: Amendments

The Charter of the Egyptian Foundation for Interventional Pain Practice may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the members present at the Annual General Meeting, provided that the proposed amendments have been circulated to the membership at least thirty (30) days in advance of the AGM.

Article VIII: Dissolution

In the event of the dissolution of the EFIPP, any remaining assets is donated to a non-profit organization with similar objectives, as determined by the Board of Directors.