About the International Association for Orofacial Pain (IAOFP)
The International Association for Orofacial Pain (IAOFP) was founded to enhance research, education, and clinical skills in the field of orofacial pain. Led by a distinguished group of professionals, our founding members are committed to promoting excellence in patient care and scientific collaboration worldwide.
IAOFP Founding Officers
Gary Heir
President
Daniele Manfredini
Vice President
Robert Delcanho
Secretary
Ghabi Kaspo
Treasurer
Eka Pérez-Franco
Board Member
Masakazu (Michael) Okubo
Board Member
Scientific / Educational Committee
Daniele Manfredini
Chair
Ghabi Kaspo
Committee Member
Robert Delcanho
Committee Member
Zaha Khalifé Amarin
Committee Member
Steven Bender
Committee Member
Media Committee
Gary Heir,
Committee Member
Satish Devarajan
Committee Member
Seema Kurup
Committee Member
Ovidiu Ionut Saracutu
Committee Member
Eka Perez Franco
Committee Member
Together, they bring decades of clinical and research expertise in orofacial pain management, temporomandibular disorders (TMD), and interdisciplinary patient care, shaping the future of the field through innovation, education, and advocacy.