Advancing pain education: a cross-sectional study in the Portuguese medical schools

These findings represent the first analysis of pain education in public Portuguese Medical Schools. The findings indicate that enhancements in pain education through the introduction of mandatory pain topics, curriculum integration, and investment in post-graduation courses are needed. These improvements aim to provide medical students the essential knowledge and skills to proficiently manage the intricate challenges of chronic pain, thereby enhancing patients' quality of life and reducing social burdens.