Resources for Clinicians

When it comes to accessing the most current information available, the AHS knows how important it is for clinicians and patient care. Here, you will find headache-specific information and resources designed to help inform and guide next steps when it comes to the field of headache medicine. Find out more about the UCNS headache medicine specialty certifications, practice parameters and guidelines, and education resources centered around headache and face pain disorders.

Clinical practice guidelines are systematically developed statements to assist practitioner and patient decisions about appropriate health care for specific clinical circumstances.

Unlock a world of Headache Medicine education, resources, and CME from the American Headache Society through the ultimate virtual learning platform.

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Access robust resources geared specifically for primary care providers through the AHS First Contact - Headache in Primary Care Program.

Access articles, video resources, and patient information about practicing headache medicine during the global COVID-19 pandemic.

From chronic migraine to pediatric migraine, these infographics are designed to provide patients with current, easy-to-digest information.

Our partner organization, American Migraine Foundation, provides support and resources for patients living with migraine.

View information for applicants interested in the Headache Medicine Certification through UCNS.

Learn more about regional headache-focused societies for additional networking opportunities in your area.

HCNE is an independent nonprofit of health professionals advancing headache medicine through education, research, and collaboration.

Founded in 2007, HCOP links and educates providers who care for headache patients throughout the Pacific region.

Established in 2011, SHS unites Southern clinicians to improve treatment of headache, facial pain, and related disorders.

Launched in 2018, GLRHS fosters research, education, and patient care in the Great Lakes region and hosts an annual symposium.

The Sociedade Brasileira de Cefaleia promotes headache research, education, and patient care across Brazil and organizes national scientific meetings.

BASH advances headache knowledge in the UK through clinician education, patient resources, and evidence-based guidelines.

AHDA unites patients, clinicians, and researchers to advocate for equitable policies and increased federal funding for headache disorders.

With 40 k+ members, AAN advances neurologic care through professional education, research, and advocacy for clinicians and patients.

AAOP promotes research, education, and clinical excellence in diagnosing and managing orofacial pain.

AAPM represents pain physicians, providing education, research, and policy leadership to advance multidisciplinary pain management.

FPA supports people with trigeminal neuralgia and related facial pain through education, advocacy, and peer-to-peer resources

IHS is a global professional society dedicated to headache science, setting diagnostic standards and hosting the International Headache Congress.

JAMA is a peer-reviewed journal publishing cutting-edge clinical research, reviews, and commentary across all areas of medicine.

PubMed is a free database offering over 38 million citations for biomedical literature, linking to abstracts and full-text sources.

Explore reliable, up-to-date health info on conditions, drugs, and wellness from the National Library of Medicine.

The Migraine Trust supports people with migraine in the UK, advocating for change, funding research, and providing evidence-based resources.

WFN links national neurological societies worldwide to improve brain health through education, research, and global advocacy initiatives.

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