MGD NPC exists to improve the management of pain by promoting best practices. They are a world leader in resolving the problem of chronic pain through basic science, clinical care and education.

McMaster University, Michael G. DeGroote National Pain Centre is dedicated to contributing to the development of new guidelines where knowledge gaps exist. They play a key role in turning best practice knowledge into practice and act as an impartial partner to government funding agencies, regulatory bodies, and pharmaceutical companies to guide research and development in pain management.