Our mission is to serve those with neuropathic facial pain, including trigeminal neuralgia, through support, education, and advocacy.
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Juan M. Hincapie-Castillo, PharmD, MS, PhD, an Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at the Gillings School of Global Public Health at the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, received a 5-year […]
About eighty years ago, my grandmother heard the words trigeminal neuralgia for the first time. As a third-generation woman with facial pain, I intimately understand the daily struggle and long-term […]
About Us / About the Job The Facial Pain Association (FPA) is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1990. Our mission is to serve those with neuropathic facial pain, […]
The MAB Corner – By Wolfgang Liedtke, MD, PhD Dear members of the Facial Pain Association, I’d like to give you my take on the FPA patient registry, which is in […]
We are excited to announce that the Facial Pain Association is a Platinum member of the National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc. (NORD). Being a part of NORD’s membership network […]
The holidays can be a joyous time filled with parties and family gatherings. Unfortunately, the holidays can also be a time of increased loneliness and isolation. This can be especially […]
I will never forget the first time I dialed Claire Patterson’s number back in 1990. She sat at her kitchen table, laying the foundation for an organization that would go […]
As we stand on the threshold of a new year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the strength of the facial pain community. You offer one another […]
We are a community because we share some very important things: We either share the experience of having this terrible pain or helping someone who does; we share the need […]
The FPA congratulates Dr. Liedtke on his election to the American Clinical and Climatological Association “Wow I’m in!” — it immediately hit me when I recently opened an e-mail from […]
The Facial Pain Association (FPA) is the largest patient organization supporting all people affected by neuropathic facial pain, leading the world in resources for information and healthcare guidance. Through educational […]
GuideStar is the world’s largest source of information on nonprofit organizations. It gathers and provides access to the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and accurate nonprofit information available. GuideStar’s mission is to […]
February 29, 2024 The Facial Pain Association (FPA) has co-signed a letter from the Alliance for Connected Care, urging Congress to extend telehealth access permanently. The FPA is committed to […]
Brandi Underwood, Manager of Development, Research, and Advocacy, represented the Facial Pain Association at the 17th Annual Headache on the Hill by the Alliance for Headache Disorders Advocacy (AHDA) on […]
Advocacy— it’s part of our mission at the Facial Pain Association, but what does it mean? Well, this year, it means a whole lot more. As a community, we have hit […]
The Facial Pain Association (FPA) is the largest patient organization supporting all people affected by neuropathic facial pain, leading the world in resources for information and healthcare guidance. Through programs of […]
Dr. Jonathan Greenberg, Assistant Professor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School and a Research Staff Psychologist at Massachusetts General Hospital, has received a 2-year Exploratory/Developmental Research Grant (R21) award from […]
October 1, 2024 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Facial Pain Association Releases Second Book to Support Neuropathic Facial Pain Community Suwanee, GA – The Facial Pain Association (FPA) is proud to announce […]
The Facial Pain Association marks its 35th anniversary this year. Thirty-five years of providing educational resources, connections to medical professionals, and support to those affected by facial pain. I am […]
The Facial Pain Association (FPA) is the largest patient organization supporting all people affected by neuropathic facial pain, leading the world in resources for information and healthcare guidance. Through educational […]
The Facial Pain Association is pleased to announce that we have been awarded a Rare Giving Grant through the EveryLife Foundation for Rare Diseases. In October, Brandi Underwood, the FPA’s […]
It is with great disappointment that I inform you that the Facial Pain Association’s CEO, Allison Feldman, will be leaving FPA and becoming CEO of the Lewy Body Dementia Association. The FPA Board is […]
When severe facial pain is an emergency, this guidance will inform the doctors how to treat you.
Dr. Mark Linskey provides four key points about pediatric trigeminal neuralgia.
Facial pain can create fears and doubts. Learn about taking control of your life with facial pain.
Research shows that your gender affects how you experience pain. As a woman, you may also receive different treatment for your facial pain.
FPA Board Chairman David Meyers welcomes you to our new website.
Worry about being able to afford your prescription medication while you are in pain adds to the frustration and fear for people with facial pain.
I recently spoke with Jeff Bodington, FPA’s former Board Chairman, who first connected with FPA after being diagnosed with trigeminal neuralgia. For six years, he was able to manage with […]
Stephanie BloughChair, Young Patients Committee The Young Patients Committee (YPC) assists in fulfilling the mission of FPA by representing the interests of neuropathic facial pain patients under the age of […]
John TempleVice Chairman, FPA Board of Directors What is a DAF? Donor-advised funds are 501(c)(3) charitable funds that aggregate charitable donations. Most national investing platforms such as Vanguard, Fidelity, and […]
Learn whether trigeminal neuralgia can make you eligible for disability benefits.
A few months ago, I visited my dentist, who is familiar with neuropathic facial pain. Near the beginning of the appointment, she introduced a student who would be assisting. As […]
August 18, 2022 It is my great pleasure to announce that Melissa Baumbick will be joining the Facial Pain Association (FPA) as our new CEO. Melissa is passionate about nonprofit work […]
Shorter days and cooler weather often make this time of year difficult, especially for those with facial pain. Focusing on what we can do to help others can be an […]
January 5, 2023: The Facial Pain Association’s Phone a Pain Pal Holiday Help Line has concluded after a three-week pilot program. The FPA would like to thank the 30+ generous […]
We are grateful for everyone who supports our mission. When you give your time as a volunteer, use your voice to raise awareness, sponsor a fundraiser, or make a donation, […]
There are 300,000+ of us in the U.S. with trigeminal neuralgia and this past year approximately 15,000 more joined our group if the epidemiological estimates are correct. Add to these numbers […]
New beginnings often bring excitement, anticipation, and sometimes trepidation. As we begin our journey into 2023, I have to say I’m grateful to be part of the Facial Pain Association, […]
The Facial Pain Association is the largest patient organization supporting all people affected by neuropathic facial pain, leading the world in resources for information and healthcare guidance. Through educational programs, […]
Friends, By now I hope you’ve heard about our upcoming virtual conference on April 28-29, 2023! This is a fantastic opportunity for support and education, providing valuable learning opportunities, connection with […]
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