Discussing essential topics related to Clinical Pharmacists in General Practice

Tune in to the latest episode of our DPP Connect Podcast Series – From IP to Income: Maximising Your Prescribing QualificationIn this episode, Mahmud Yusupov sits down with the founders of Heal to explore how pharmacists can use their prescribing qualification to generate additional income.🎧 Listen now now to learn more!

Key considerations when applying for the IP CourseUnsure how to apply for the IP Course? Or uncertain which university to choose?Tune in to the latest episode of our DPP Connect Podcast Series - Key considerations when applying for the IP Course 🔎🎙Join host Holly Laurence and today’s expert guest, Safiye Horoz, our Training Coordinator at DPP Connect, as they explore the IP Course application process and offer valuable advice on selecting the right university for your needs.🎧 Tune in now for key advice and guidance

How to know if you've found a good DPPReady to discover if you've found the right DPP? Tune in to the latest episode of our DPP Connect podcast! 🎙💡Join hosts Ruhina Kassam and Holly Laurence as they chat with Danny Bartlett, the DPP QA Lead for the Independent Prescribing course at The University of Brighton, and the QA and Governance Advisor at DPP Connect. Together, they delve into the signs of a great DPP, the red flags to watch out for, and essential advice for pharmacists navigating their applications. 🎧 Catch the full episode now to stay ahead in your professional journey!

From Prescriber to Mentor: Your Journey as a DPP Tune in to the latest episode of our DPP Connect Podcast Series – From Prescriber to Mentor: Your Journey as a DPP 🎙🚀In this episode, Danny Bartlett, the DPP QA lead for the Independent Prescribing course at The University of Brighton, joins our hosts Ruhina Kassam and Holly Laurence to explore the journey of how to become a Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP).🎧 Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your professional journey. Listen now to learn more!

Quality Assurance Requirements for Sourcing a DPPJoin us for the first episode of our new podcast series - DPP Connect! 🎙Kicking off our new series, we explore the Quality Assurance requirements for sourcing a DPP with today’s expert guest Danny Bartlett, the DPP QA lead for the Independent Prescribing course at The University of Brighton.🎧 Tune in now to find out more🔗 To find out more about our DPP Connect service, click here.#ClinicalPharmacistPodcast #NewPodcastSeries #DPPConnect #DPP #QualityAssurance

Dealing with Out of Stock ItemsJoin us for the latest episode of our new podcast series, where we discuss the pressing issue of drug shortages. 💊In this discussion, Amina Ali and I are joined by today’s guest, Lead pharmacist and Co-Owner Superintendent Pharmacist, Arif Vardalia.Drawing on our own experiences, we delve into the magnitude of drug shortages and discuss strategies for community and general practice pharmacists to collaborate effectively.Our conversation focuses on mitigating these challenges and uncovering practical solutions to ensure patient care remains uninterrupted.Tune in now to deepen your understanding of how we can tackle out of stock items together.You can also watch the episode on our YouTube channel here. To access our free guidance document on navigating drug shortages, click here.

Pharmacy First: What you need to knowJoin us for the first episode of our brand-new podcast series! 🎙🌟Kicking off our new series: Collaborative Working: Achieving Clinical Excellence Across Pharmacy Sectors, this first episode explores the highly anticipated topic of Pharmacy First.Is it a risky business? Are pharmacists ready?In collaboration with IP Pharmacist and NCL Training Ambassador, Amina Ali, Ruhina Kassam and I explore this new service and share our advice for the pharmacists getting involved.We also discuss the benefits the service may bring, the challenges that community pharmacists may face, and the support and training packages available.🎧Tune in now to find out more📺Alternatively, you can watch the episode here.

Is Primary Care for you?In this episode I discuss this topic with Ruhina Kassam, who is a Senior Clinical Pharmacist at Clinical Pharmacist Solutions and the Training and Development Lead for Clinical Pharmacist Academy - Drawing upon our own experiences with recruiting, hiring & training.We explore the challenges involved, the type of pharmacists who succeed in this role, and the essential resources and tools available to help you navigate this rewarding yet demanding field.🎙Tune in now to learn more📺 Alternatively, you can also watch the episode here.

We spoke to Sundeep Gill who returned to our podcast 18 months later since entering the Primary Care sector.We discussed:• What the clinical competency development looks like for a pharmacist entering this sector.• How to use clinical guidelines.• The importance of managing your time at work and outside of work for self-development.• Who this role is for and whether it was the right decision for Sundeep.Inspired by this episode, we created 10 Top Tips for Pharmacists who are wishing to transition into the Primary Care Sector. To read this article use the link below. https://www.clinicalpharmacistsolutions.co.uk/post/top-10-tips-for-pharmacists-wishing-to-transition-into-the-primary-care-sector

What have I learnt after heading the recruitment process of hiring dozens of pharmacists in the last 12 months alone. After reading through over 300 CVs and applications, interviewing dozens of pharmacists and assessed clinical competencies, I share some insider information on what employers look for in a pharmacist for their PCN or GP surgery.

The theme of this series is all about Clinical Pharmacists in PCNs where we discuss what to expect once you’re in and how to thrive in the role. If you’re thinking about working for a PCN or you’ve recently joined a PCN, this series is for you.Co-hosted by Senior IP Pharmacist Ruhina Kassam, we spoke to PCN Pharmacist Hashaam Raja who shared how he secured a senior Clinical Pharmacist role in less than two years since entering the primary care workforce & without holding an IP qualification yet.In this episode we discussed:The difference between a PCN Pharmacist & a Practice PharmacistWhat the day-to-day workload looks like for a PCN pharmacistHow to progress from a junior to a senior pharmacistThe biggest pitfalls pharmacists new to the role fall intoAnd more!

“Using TikTok to educate patients beyond the consultation room?”We are pleased to announce that our Podcast series is back and we have kickstarted the first episode of series 2 with social media influencer and CPS Pharmacist Nyrah Saleem.So early in her career, yet Nyrah has already made a big impact in the Pharmacy world though her passion in educating the public about the role of the pharmacist. Nyrah has over 135,000 followers on TikTok, appeared on the This Morning show with Philip Schofield & Alison Hammond and is also a presenter the Health Show on SKY channel 752.We discuss using digital platforms to make a bigger impact, tips for a successful career, typical day of a GP Pharmacist, how to work effectively within the general practice team and more!Inspired by this podcast episode, we have put together an article which shares a day in the life of a GP Pharmacist. To read this follow the link below.https://www.clinicalpharmacistsolutions.co.uk/post/a-day-in-the-life-of-a-gp-pharmacist

In this Episode we shifted perspective to see the Clinical Pharmacist role through the lens of someone who is involved in the management & support of PCNs.We spoke to Tara Humphrey who specializes in providing PCN support and consulting advice to healthcare leaders and is the host of the Business of Healthcare podcast. We discussed the common challenges that pharmacists usually face in their new role and also revealed the qualities that a pharmacist requires to excel in a new role. You can find out more about Tara & the great work she does at www.thcprimarycare.co.ukJoin us on our telegram too, where we post latest updates!www.t.me/Clinical_Pharmacist_Academy

All about QOF, working in General Practice under lockdown and when pharmacists should start their Independent Prescribing course.We spoke to experienced Clinical Pharmacist Sarah Dekmak who is currently the Lead Clinical Pharmacist in a PCN which covers 8 practices. We discussed all the above and more… Sarah is passionate about delivering excellent clinical care and is also an expert in QOF. And if you don’t know what QOF is, then this is podcast is a must listen for you because it’s something that anyone working in General Practice should know.Guest Speaker: Sarah DekmakHosted by Runa Salim and Mahmud YusupovAvailable on Spotify and YouTube.https://spoti.fi/3cJvJkfhttps://youtu.be/SU8_wWsfEzcJoin us on our telegram too, where we post latest updates!www.t.me/Clinical_Pharmacist_Academy

Taking time out for self-study, pay brackets & career developments for Pharmacists in General Practice… We spoke to Senior Clinical Pharmacist Adrian Murphy who explained how financial flexibility allowed him to pursue a career as a Clinical Pharmacist, and how his passion for acquiring a deep understanding of every disease he came across led him to become the author of the training programme- Clinical Medication Reviews. Adrian has an interest in the subject of financial independence- to get in touch with Adrian for advice you may email him at adrian.murphy3@nhs.net

In this episode, we spoke with a Senior Clinical Pharmacist IP, Medicines Management Consultant & Board Member at his PCN, who was one of the first PCN Pharmacists when PCNs were first formed. We discussed how he navigated his way in the new role & showcased his skills to the GP Partners & Practice managers and we also discovered how his drive for personal development led to his articles being published by The Pharmaceutical Journal and Chemist & Druggist.

We spoke to a Pharmacist who was previously an Area Manager of a well-known large multiple Pharmacy chain. She made her transition 12 months ago and she explains that Tony Robbins had something to do with her taking the bold step to leave her career and follow her passion and how her experience as an area manager helped her to excel in her new role.

Beyond the Basics: An Expert GP's Unique Insights on Menopause & HRT for PharmacistsJoin us for the latest episode of our clinical series, exploring Menopause and HRT🎙💡This episode we were joined by Dr Emma Woodcock, an experienced GP with a specialist interest in women’s health. Her diverse roles include being a Partner at Orchard Surgery, the Board Director of Innovations at Primary Care Limited, The Education, Training, and Workforce Development Lead IPC, The Advisor for Additional Roles at Sussex Training Hub, and a Council Member at NAPC.We were also joined by my co-host, Ruhina Kassam, Lead IP Pharmacist who is the Head of Clinical Development at CPS and Lead for Training and Development.In this episode, we went beyond the basics and took the opportunity to delve into testosterone treatment, HRT in over 60s, and the latest guidance regarding progesterone treatment in light of stock shortages.We also address crucial queries about unscheduled bleeding, the right time to stop HRT, and the value of group consultations.🎙Tune in now for expert advice and practical tipsAlternatively, you can watch the full episode here.If you are interested in group consultations, please contact Emma via this email: emmawoodcock@nhs.net🔗You can also access our comprehensive HRT training programme and free visual summary here: https://cpaweb.org.uk/

Parkinson’s Reviews in Primary Care: Key Insights for PharmacistsExciting news! We’re back with a brand-new episode of the CPS Podcast🎙 🌟Join us for the latest episode of our clinical series as we explore the critical topic of Parkinsons with Senior IP Lead Pharmacist, Danny Bartlett, a senior lecturer at the University of Brighton, a National Board member for the RPS, and an Interprofessional Leadership & Educational Fellow HEE. Also adding to the conversation was my co-host, Ruhina Kassam, a Senior IP Pharmacist and the Training and Development Lead at CPS.Together we discussed the common pitfalls pharmacists can face when dealing with this condition, as well as the key areas that need to be addressed when conducting a medication review.We also shared invaluable guidance on when pharmacists should refer patients, and the key red flags to be aware of.🎙Tune in now to learn more.Alternatively, you can watch the full episode here. If you would like to expand your knowledge further, you can explore our Parkinsons Review training programme here.

Delivering Depression Reviews in Primary Care - Advice for Pharmacists from Specialist Mental Health GP Dr Marc Kay🎙Tune in to the latest episode of our clinical series as we delve into the vital topic of Depression. To lead this discussion, we were joined by our guest Dr Marc Kay, a GP with a specialist interest in mental health and our host, Ruhina Kassam, the Training and Development Lead at CPS, as she explores this crucial topic.Together, they explore the key indicators and red flags that should prompt referral. Dr Kay then shares some valuable insights into how pharmacists should deal with a patient who expresses thoughts of suicide or self-harm, and how pharmacists can approach these topics sensitively during their consultations.They then conclude the episode by elaborating on how pharmacists can effectively collaborate with GP’s and other healthcare professionals in a multidisciplinary approach to Depression management.🎧 Listen now for a comprehensive and insightful discussion of this vital topic.Alternatively, you can watch the full episode here.🎓 If you would like to expand your knowledge further, we invite you to access our Depression Review training programme hereInspired by this episode, we have also composed a short article which elaborates on the essential elements of effective safety netting in depression reviews. You can read this article here.