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‘A digital-first approach reduces patient frustrations’ – a day in the life of a pharmacist carrying out remote consultations

Understanding and improving the patient’s healthcare experience are key aspects of Farah Haque’s role…

‘It is difficult witnessing patients fight for their lives’ — a day in the life of a critical care pharmacist

Working in critical care can be both physically and emotionally challenging, but being proactive can help ensure patient safety and continuity of care.…

‘I help trainees get the most from their placement’ — a day in the life of a pharmacy preregistration training lead

Each day, pharmacy preregistration training lead Helen Ireland supports trainees and tutors as they progress through their placements.…

‘I do not know what to expect’ — a day in the life of a pharmacist redeployed owing to COVID-19

Despite having a background in hospital, integrated care pharmacist Shazia Karsan felt an element of anxiety when redeployed during the COVID-19 pandemic.…

‘We are at the forefront of COVID-19 research’ — a day in the life of a clinical trials pharmacist

With COVID-19 becoming the number one priority for researchers around the globe, Parham Hashemi describes his role in overseeing the new trials being launched during the pandemic.…

Requesting a retrospective prescription from a GP

A locum pharmacist’s decision to substitute one medicine for another may be in the best interest of the patient, but what are the legal and ethical implications?…

Case-based learning: anxiety disorders

There are many types of anxiety disorders with varying levels of severity. Pharmacists should know the treatment options that are available and how to support patients. …

‘As I listen, I form an action plan’ — a day in the life of a patient support officer

When her son fell chronically ill, Arlene Brailey found the motivation to take on a role dedicated to helping patients with resistant bacterial infections find support and trustworthy information.…

Do I have the skills to work for a primary care network?

With opportunities to work in primary care networks emerging in England, pharmacists can make the most of their knowledge and experience to succed in such a role.…

A day in the life of a pharmacist administering botulinum injections

Eric Bazuaye uses his specialist pharmacist knowledge and practical expertise to provide unique relief to patients diagnosed with neurological disorders.…