● 13th Edition · Pre-registrations for 2027 now open
International Postgraduate University Diploma of Interventional Pain Medicine
The International Postgraduate University Diploma of Interventional Pain Medicine is a 1-year postgraduate qualification awarded by the University of Montpellier under the authority of the Republic of France. Delivered at VinMec Times City International Hospital in Hanoi, Vietnam, the programme comprises 100+ expert-led lectures, 50+ hands-on workshops on live models, and a clinical observership. It is open to M.D. holders and medical residents in anaesthesia, pain medicine, and related specialties.
AWARDED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTPELLIER UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF THE REPUBLIC OF FRANCE
DURATION
1 Year
3 in-person sessions
FORMAT
In-Person
Hanoi, Vietnam
3 SESSIONS
Feb, Apr, May
Exam: June · Ceremony: Jan
CREDENTIALS
University Diploma
University of Montpellier
This programme combines current evidence-based pain science with intensive clinical training across three in-person sessions in Hanoi. You will develop advanced interventional skills through expert-led lectures, supervised hands-on workshops on live models, and a clinical observership at VinMec International Hospital.
This diploma is awarded by the University of Montpellier under the authority of the Republic of France, and delivered in partnership with VinMec International Hospital in Hanoi and VinUniversity College of Health Sciences in Hanoi, Vietnam.
Programme overview:
Interventional Pain Medicine Diploma
13th
1,300+
29
20+
COUNTRIES REPRESENTED
International participant cohorts
INTERNATIONAL FACULTY
Senior clinicians and published academics
CLINICIANS GRADUATED
Across all MEDINFUSION diplomas
EDITION
Delivered annually since 2010
What our graduates say
Both programmes were organised skillfully, with excellent hands-on workshops conducted by skilled and renowned experts from different parts of the world. I benefited a lot from both programmes and it reflected positively in my practice and teaching. I would certainly highly recommend everyone interested in regional anaesthesia and pain medicine to attend.
The most valuable part of the training was the hands-on workshops, which helped improve my ultrasound scanning skills, anatomical identification, and clinical confidence in decision-making. I highly recommend this training.
What you will learn and how (curriculum)
This diploma develops advanced interventional skills across the full spectrum of pain medicine. It is delivered across three intensive in-person sessions in Hanoi, complemented by a clinical observership at VinMec International Hospital.
For the full lecture and workshop programme, download the 2027 early programme schedule (PDF).
100+
EXPERT-LED LECTURES · 70+ HOURS
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Build advanced knowledge across the full scope of pain medicine, from foundations to complex clinical syndromes and emerging approaches.
Foundations and pharmacology: pain pathways, neuroanatomy, neuroplasticity, opioid stewardship, antidepressants and antiepileptics in pain, cannabinoid pharmacology, local anaesthetic advances, placebo and nocebo effects.
Imaging for interventional pain: X-ray and MRI of the spine, diagnostic musculoskeletal imaging, ultrasound optimisation, probe selection, and needle guidance techniques.
Interventional techniques: radiofrequency ablation (thermal, pulsed, and cryoablation), spinal and peripheral neuromodulation, intrathecal drug delivery, regenerative injections (PRP, prolotherapy), intra-discal techniques, ultrasound-guided interventions, botulinum toxin, IV ketamine and lidocaine protocols, sympathetic blocks, and catheter techniques for CRPS.
Emerging and complementary approaches: acupuncture, hypnosis, ozone therapy, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), chiropractic application, and digital pain medicine including apps, wearables, and telemonitoring.
Pain syndromes: CRPS, neuropathic pain, cancer pain (including interventional palliative care), musculoskeletal and spine pain, headache and facial pain, fibromyalgia, central sensitisation, post-surgical and transitional pain, long COVID and post-viral pain, HIV-related pain, and paediatric chronic pain.
Multidisciplinary care: biopsychosocial model, rehabilitation, psychology of chronic pain, sleep and nutrition, patient education and self-management, research methodology, and building a transitional pain unit.
✔ Led by international faculty. Designed for immediate clinical application.
50+
HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS
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Develop procedural confidence through supervised practice on live volunteer models under real-time ultrasound guidance.
Workshop areas include ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, joint and soft tissue injections, spinal injection techniques, radiofrequency probe placement, peripheral nerve stimulation, catheter techniques for CRPS, and musculoskeletal assessment.
All workshops are conducted in small groups of 10 with direct faculty supervision.
✔ Real-time ultrasound guidance on live volunteer models.
20 hrs
CLINICAL CASES + 5-DAY OBSERVERSHIP
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Strengthen your clinical reasoning through structured case discussions covering complex pain presentations, multidisciplinary treatment planning, and interventional decision-making.
Consolidate your skills with a 5-day clinical observership at VinMec International Hospital in Hanoi.
✔ Real-world clinical experience across acute, transitional, and chronic pain.
Three in-person sessions at VinMec Times City International Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam, followed by a final examination and graduation ceremony.
The below timeline is indicative, dates will be confirmed soon.
Programme structure
Eligibility
This diploma is open to qualified medical professionals in the following categories:
M.D. degree holders
Holders of an M.D. degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised medical institution. This includes anaesthesiologists, pain specialists, neurologists, rehabilitation physicians, rheumatologists, radiologists, oncologists, gynaecologists, sport medicine doctors, and perioperative medicine doctors involved in pain management.
Medical residents
Current residents in anaesthesia, pain medicine, neurology, surgery, oncology, radiology, critical care, or related fields.
→ Diploma delivered in English. Full attendance is required for all sessions and workshops.
→ International applicants welcome. Participants from 29 countries across Asia, the Middle East, Australasia, Africa, and Europe have graduated from MEDINFUSION programmes to date. The programme is particularly accessible for clinicians based in Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, India, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and China.
What our graduates say
Must not miss! Fantastic faculty and workshops. Will definitely increase competency and confidence. World class and superb!
The lectures are consistently up to date and aligned with current standard practices.
Helpful in current practice and an affordable cost to join.
Applications for the 2027 intake are now open.
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International faculty:
20+ senior clinicians and academics
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