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On November 12th join us in person, PM Healthcare National Forum for Scotland in Glasgow will offer excellent opportunities to gain new perspectives and improve patient outcomes. We are pleased to welcome Berwyn Owen - Pharmacist and UK Pharmacy Professional Leadership Advisory Board Independent Expert Member who will lead a session on “How has NHS WALES created a new role for Community Pharmacists that is working and delivering patient care?” This presentation will be Community Pharmacy at the heart of patient care. The session will outline the Welsh Government pharmacy strategy "Pharmacy Delivering a Healthier Wales - 2030" and how community pharmacy is pivotal in its delivery to closing the gap on health inequalities. Book your free place to join our expert speakers for an exciting and informative event! https://lnkd.in/g3ejvfvA #PMHeathcare #nhswales #communitypharmacists #patientcare 

PM Healthcare Journal – Autumn 2024 In our autumn 2024 issue of the PM Healthcare Journal, we have a varied and interesting range of articles, providing us with some fascinating and informative insights. Danny Bartlett, pharmacist and clinician, reflects upon his journey to develop competence in treating and diagnosing the menopause, describing both the challenges and the rewards. (Navigating Menopause: The Journey of Competence in Treating and Diagnosing Menopause in Pharmacy Clinicians: A Reflection.) Nazir Hussain, Specialist Respiratory Pharmacist, describes how a one-stop respiratory care clinic in primary care can positively impact services and patient health, especially in areas of health inequalities. (Tackling Inequalities in Respiratory Care - The Impact of a Specialist Pharmacist “One-Stop” Respiratory Clinic in Primary Care.) Stuart Dark, Deputy Chief Pharmacist and Clinical Pharmacy Manager, and Faiza Khan, Chief Pharmacist, provide a fascinating insight into the implementation of a new operational model, derived from two manufacturing models, into clinical pharmacy services to deliver efficiencies. (Defining an Operational Model for Clinical Pharmacy.) Nadia Malik, Practice Pharmacist, and Suhrab Sayfi, Highly Specialist Pharmacist, examine the ‘epidemic’ of recent medicines shortages and what can be done to avert the current crisis in availability. (Are medication shortages the new pandemic?) And in our sponsored article, Jyotika Singh and colleagues examine the role of pharmacists and pharmacy teams in supporting an integrated care pathway to improve management of eosinophilic esophagitis in adults. As ever, please contact me with any ideas you have for articles and experiences you would like to share. Also, if there is a subject area that you would like to see covered in the Journal, perhaps in a special edition, do not hesitate to get in touch. Link to the autumn Journal here:

PM Healthcare Journal – Autumn 2024 In our autumn 2024 issue of the PM Healthcare Journal, we have a varied and interesting range of articles, providing us with some fascinating and informative insights. Danny Bartlett, pharmacist and clinician, reflects upon his journey to develop competence in treating and diagnosing the menopause, describing both the challenges and the rewards. (Navigating Menopause: The Journey of Competence in Treating and Diagnosing Menopause in Pharmacy Clinicians: A Reflection.) Nazir Hussain, Specialist Respiratory Pharmacist, describes how a one-stop respiratory care clinic in primary care can positively impact services and patient health, especially in areas of health inequalities. (Tackling Inequalities in Respiratory Care - The Impact of a Specialist Pharmacist “One-Stop” Respiratory Clinic in Primary Care.) Stuart Dark, Deputy Chief Pharmacist and Clinical Pharmacy Manager, and Faiza Khan, Chief Pharmacist, provide a fascinating insight into the implementation of a new operational model, derived from two manufacturing models, into clinical pharmacy services to deliver efficiencies. (Defining an Operational Model for Clinical Pharmacy.) Nadia Malik, Practice Pharmacist, and Suhrab Sayfi, Highly Specialist Pharmacist, examine the ‘epidemic’ of recent medicines shortages and what can be done to avert the current crisis in availability. (Are medication shortages the new pandemic?) And in our sponsored article, Jyotika Singh and colleagues examine the role of pharmacists and pharmacy teams in supporting an integrated care pathway to improve management of eosinophilic esophagitis in adults. As ever, please contact me with any ideas you have for articles and experiences you would like to share. Also, if there is a subject area that you would like to see covered in the Journal, perhaps in a special edition, do not hesitate to get in touch. Link to the autumn Journal here:

Join us at the PM Healthcare National Forum for Scotland in Glasgow on November 12th in person.  We are pleased to welcome Roisin Kavanagh - Director of Pharmacy & Controlled Drug Accountable Officer, NHS Ayrshire & Arran who will lead a session on “General Practice Pharmacy: recovery, renewal and transformation next steps”.  The session aim is to provide an overview of implementation of the Directors of Pharmacy Scotland “Recovery Renewal and Transformation: A Strategic Framework for General Practice Pharmacy Excellence in Scotland” and progress of the pharmacotherapy aspects of the Primary Care Phased Investment Programme. Book your free place to join our expert speakers for an exciting and informative event!  https://lnkd.in/g3ejvfvA  #PMHealthcare #generalpracticepharmacy #recovery #renewal #transformation  

PM Healthcare Journal – Autumn 2024 In our autumn 2024 issue of the PM Healthcare Journal, we have a varied and interesting range of articles, providing us with some fascinating and informative insights. Danny Bartlett, pharmacist and clinician, reflects upon his journey to develop competence in treating and diagnosing the menopause, describing both the challenges and the rewards. (Navigating Menopause: The Journey of Competence in Treating and Diagnosing Menopause in Pharmacy Clinicians: A Reflection.) Nazir Hussain, Specialist Respiratory Pharmacist, describes how a one-stop respiratory care clinic in primary care can positively impact services and patient health, especially in areas of health inequalities. (Tackling Inequalities in Respiratory Care - The Impact of a Specialist Pharmacist “One-Stop” Respiratory Clinic in Primary Care.) Stuart Dark, Deputy Chief Pharmacist and Clinical Pharmacy Manager, and Faiza Khan, Chief Pharmacist, provide a fascinating insight into the implementation of a new operational model, derived from two manufacturing models, into clinical pharmacy services to deliver efficiencies. (Defining an Operational Model for Clinical Pharmacy.) Nadia Malik, Practice Pharmacist, and Suhrab Sayfi, Highly Specialist Pharmacist, examine the ‘epidemic’ of recent medicines shortages and what can be done to avert the current crisis in availability. (Are medication shortages the new pandemic?) And in our sponsored article, Jyotika Singh and colleagues examine the role of pharmacists and pharmacy teams in supporting an integrated care pathway to improve management of eosinophilic esophagitis in adults. As ever, please contact me with any ideas you have for articles and experiences you would like to share. Also, if there is a subject area that you would like to see covered in the Journal, perhaps in a special edition, do not hesitate to get in touch. Link to the autumn Journal here:

PM Healthcare Journal – Autumn 2024 In our autumn 2024 issue of the PM Healthcare Journal, we have a varied and interesting range of articles, providing us with some fascinating and informative insights. Danny Bartlett, pharmacist and clinician, reflects upon his journey to develop competence in treating and diagnosing the menopause, describing both the challenges and the rewards. (Navigating Menopause: The Journey of Competence in Treating and Diagnosing Menopause in Pharmacy Clinicians: A Reflection.) Nazir Hussain, Specialist Respiratory Pharmacist, describes how a one-stop respiratory care clinic in primary care can positively impact services and patient health, especially in areas of health inequalities. (Tackling Inequalities in Respiratory Care - The Impact of a Specialist Pharmacist “One-Stop” Respiratory Clinic in Primary Care.) Stuart Dark, Deputy Chief Pharmacist and Clinical Pharmacy Manager, and Faiza Khan, Chief Pharmacist, provide a fascinating insight into the implementation of a new operational model, derived from two manufacturing models, into clinical pharmacy services to deliver efficiencies. (Defining an Operational Model for Clinical Pharmacy.) Nadia Malik, Practice Pharmacist, and Suhrab Sayfi, Highly Specialist Pharmacist, examine the ‘epidemic’ of recent medicines shortages and what can be done to avert the current crisis in availability. (Are medication shortages the new pandemic?) And in our sponsored article, Jyotika Singh and colleagues examine the role of pharmacists and pharmacy teams in supporting an integrated care pathway to improve management of eosinophilic esophagitis in adults. As ever, please contact me with any ideas you have for articles and experiences you would like to share. Also, if there is a subject area that you would like to see covered in the Journal, perhaps in a special edition, do not hesitate to get in touch. Link to the autumn Journal here:

Come and join us on November 12th for the PM Healthcare National Forum for Scotland. The agenda is packed with relevant and exciting sessions which will support your ongoing learning and development. We are pleased to welcome Stephen Goundrey-Smith - Ethics and Technology Specialist at SGS PharmaSolutions who will lead a session on “Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Pharmacy: Pitfalls and Possibilities”.  Everyone’s talking about artificial intelligence (AI), and many people have a view on it – but what are the likely realities of the everyday use of AI in medicines and pharmacy? This presentation will provide a critical evaluation of the transformative possibilities that AI might open up for pharmacy professional practice, and also highlight areas of potential risk for pharmacy, where careful implementation and appropriate use of AI will be necessary.   Drawing on currently available research on AI systems and their applications in healthcare, the presentation will assess the potential impact of AI on pharmacy teams in three areas: 1) current services, and their possible transformation, 2) the development of new professional roles, and 3) the impact of AI on workforce development and skill mix. The presentation will assess some key areas of risk with AI implementation, and also discuss the implications of AI for currently available pharmacy technologies, and the importance of professional leadership in this area.   Artificial intelligence is often described either optimistically - as a technology that can achieve anything - or pessimistically – as a disruptive and dangerous force – but careful evaluation of the evidence suggests that the reality lies somewhere in between. This presentation provides a realistic assessment of AI use in pharmacy.   Book your free place to join our expert speakers for an exciting and informative event!  https://lnkd.in/g3ejvfvA  #PMhealthcare #Artificialintelligence #AI #pharmacyprofessonalpractice #technology 

Join us at the PM Healthcare National Forum for Scotland in Glasgow on November 12th in person. The agenda is packed with relevant and exciting sessions which will support your ongoing learning and development. Book your free place below to join our expert speakers for an exciting and informative event! https://lnkd.in/g3ejvfvA 

On November 12th join us in person, PM Healthcare National Forum for Scotland in Glasgow.  The agenda is packed with relevant and exciting sessions which will support your ongoing learning and development. We are pleased to welcome Paul Forsyth - Lead Pharmacist Clinical Cardiology / Heart Failure Specialist, NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde who will lead a session on “How can Pharmacy deliver research in the day job?”.  Research is a key skill set for 'four-pillar' working across all stages of a pharmacy career. This presentation will discuss:  a) why research is a vital professional skill for all pharmacy staff members b) barriers to research in pharmacy, and  c) ten 'top tips' to getting started with research Register below for your free place.   https://lnkd.in/g3ejvfvA #PMHealthcare #ExpertSpeakers #pharmacycareer #researchiskey #toptips 

On November 12th join us in person, PM Healthcare National Forum for Scotland in Glasgow will offer excellent opportunities to gain new perspectives and improve patient outcomes. We are pleased to welcome Dr Natalie Weir – Lecturer / Community Pharmacist at University of Strathclyde who will lead a session on “Enabling the Pharmacy Workforce to support People with Substance Dependency. What creates the positive culture for best results?”.  Substance dependency is a significant problem in Scotland, and community pharmacy play a crucial role in supporting recovery and reducing drug-related harm. Research conducted with pharmacy students in Scotland identified exemplary levels of care observed in community pharmacy, yet there was also prominent discrimination towards people with substance dependency.  This talk will present the results of this study and consider “what can we do to create a positive, stigma-free culture?” Register now for your free place.   https://lnkd.in/g3ejvfvA #PMHealthcare #Pharmacyworkforce #Pharmacy #Communitypharmacy #positiveculture