Chemist + Druggist pharmacy podcast

In this insightful interview, Jay Badenhorst, Executive Director at the PDA, shares his career journey, leadership philosophy, and vision for pharmacy. Discover how advocacy, inclusion, and resilience shape the future of pharmacy practice.

In this engaging conversation, Marvin Munzu shares his inspiring journey from a challenging upbringing in Cameroon to becoming a successful pharmacist and entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of encouragement in transforming lives, recounting a powerful story of a former patient who turned her life around. Marvin discusses his career path, including his transition from pharmacy to management...

In this engaging conversation, Mina Eii, an advanced pharmacist practitioner, shares her inspiring journey in the healthcare field, highlighting the impact of a memorable patient on her career path towards sustainability in pharmacy. She discusses her current role, the challenges faced in the NHS, and the importance of collaboration between community and hospital pharmacists. Mina also emphasizes...

In this podcast episode, Raki Agrawal shares her journey as a pharmacist, discussing her experiences in various roles within the NHS, the importance of mentorship in her career, and the resources available through the NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service (SPS). She emphasizes the value of community pharmacists utilizing SPS to enhance their practice and offers advice for young pharmacists entering the...

Amerjit Singh owner and founder of skills4pharmacy sits down with C+D for a conversation about leadership, management and his inspiration and drive to educate pharmacy teams.

In this conversation, Media Zanganeh discusses the importance of taking risks and seizing opportunities in one's career, particularly in the context of pursuing a PhD and becoming a lecturer. She emphasizes the value of involvement in various projects and the impact of passion on career growth.

In this conversation, Jane Lambert, founder and CEO of ECG Health Group and Makewell Clinic, shares her journey in healthcare, focusing on her experiences with ADHD and autism. She discusses the importance of empathy in patient care, the challenges faced by neurodivergent individuals, and the role of community pharmacists in providing support. Jane reflects on her career progression from nursing t...

In this episode of the Pharmacy in person podcast, Nana interviews Victoria Steele, a seasoned pharmacist and the first female superintendent of Lloyds Pharmacy. Victoria shares her journey from pharmacy school to founding her own business, Steeliers Limited, and discusses the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way. The conversation delves into the importance of mentorship, leadership res...

In this conversation, Dr Mahendra shares his experience of receiving a surprise nomination for a national honors award. He reflects on his initial reaction, feelings of imposter syndrome, and the recognition of deserving individuals around him. The discussion highlights the complexities of accepting accolades and the internal struggles that accompany them.

Takeaways Pharmacy and medicines are interconnected but belong to everyone. Leadership in healthcare is about modeling good behaviors. Looking after staff is essential for better patient care. Career paths in pharmacy can be diverse and non-linear. University experiences can shape lifelong friendships and professional networks. Pre-registration training can vary significantly in quality and experi...

Judith emphasizes the need for policy changes to empower pharmacy staff and shares insights on the future of Nuumad and her personal aspirations. Takeaways: Nuumad is a digital consultation platform for pharmacies. Judith identified a gap in pharmacy innovation and services. Barriers to entry include not being a pharmacist and gender dynamics. The shift from prescription to service-based pharmacy...

Summary In this engaging conversation, Aileen O'Harr shares her journey as a pharmacist, highlighting her experiences in pediatric care, her current roles at the GPHC and NHS, and the importance of community pharmacy. She reflects on a memorable patient encounter that emphasizes the human side of healthcare, discusses her career progression from hospital to regulatory roles, and introduces the Chu...

Summary In this episode of the People in Pharmacy podcast, Nana speaks with Laura Angus, the Chief Pharmacy Officer of Humber and North Yorkshire. Laura shares her journey into pharmacy, discussing her initial aspirations, the challenges she faced during her education, and the various roles she has held throughout her career. She emphasizes the importance of mentorship, the evolving landscape of p...

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C+D’s new podcast series, Pharmacy in Person, shines a spotlight on the real stories behind the counter. Each episode features candid conversations with people working across the pharmacy sector—from community pharmacists and technicians to support staff, industry leaders and pharmacy organisations and students. Listeners will hear first-hand experiences, personal journeys, and honest reflections...

Paul Mayberry is a community pharmacist with more than 30 years experience. He is the owner and managing director of a small chain of pharmacies in South Wales, and also the founder of the PMR platform PharmacyX. Mayberry also founded online pharmacy PillTime, and is a founder and director of Cambrian Alliance, a UK-wide buying group serving 1,200 independent pharmacies. He has also developed eCAS...

In this episode of people in pharmacy we speak to Shadhi Alhalabi, currently undertaking their foundation training year as a pharmacist at hospital and community pharmacy, I completed my Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree at University of Lincoln where I developed a strong interest in clinical pharmacy and healthcare leadership. During his time at university, he was elected President of the Pharma...

In this episode of the C+D People in Pharmacy Podcast, we speak with Jainil Patel, a dedicated pharmacy contractor in the UK. Jainil shares his personal journey into pharmacy, the challenges and opportunities of running a community pharmacy, and his perspective on how the profession is evolving. From supporting patients on the front line to adapting to industry shifts, his story highlights the res...

C+D’s new podcast series, Pharmacy in Person, shines a spotlight on the real stories behind the counter. Each episode features candid conversations with people working across the pharmacy sector—from community pharmacists and technicians to support staff, industry leaders and pharmacy organisations and students. Listeners will hear first-hand experiences, personal journeys, and honest reflections...

C+D’s new podcast series, Pharmacy in Person, shines a spotlight on the real stories behind the counter. Each episode features candid conversations with people working across the pharmacy sector—from community pharmacists and technicians to support staff, industry leaders and pharmacy organisations and students. Listeners will hear first-hand experiences, personal journeys, and honest reflections...

In this episode C+D Managing Editor, Nana Ofori-Atta talks to Managing director of Wellbeing Pharmacy, Soonik Seow and Sales director of RxBridge, Clare Briggs about pharmacy business innovations. In this podcast we will discuss; • Pharmacy funding in the past and the expectations of the new budget in the UK. • How business innovations can help improve community pharmacy and the ways in which busi...

Listen to this recording of Nana Ofori-Atta, Managing Editor, clinical and custom content of Chemist+Druggist (C+D), presentation at the Pharmacy Show 2024 on the evolving role of pharmacists in media. Drawing from his experience in community pharmacy and pharmacy education, Nana explores how pharmacists can harness their experience and knowledge in media platforms to amplify their voices, advocat...

Listen to the podcast to find out: • Recent changes in the pharmacy market and what this means for buyers • The effect of pharmacy first and other services on the sector • Market trends and how these could affect contractors and employee pharmacists alike.

C+D's special guest, Tania Meagher, who has spent 30 years as a pharmacist and is head of pharmacy and superintendent at Paydens, agrees but says they need all the training they can get. The first of a series of podcasts covering issues that affect C+D readers is a Contractor Special, focusing on training staff and dealing with the challenges that come with it.