Revolutionising Primary Care: A Clinical Pharmacist’s Tale

2024-05-31

In this episode we delve deeper into the careers of both Shilpa and Yuen and how they paved their way to embrace leadership, carving pathways through the dense undergrowth of traditional practice in Primary Care. With the landscape of General Practice shifting beneath our feet, we highlight how both Shilpa and Yuen found themselves at the vanguard, championing the integration of clinical pharmacy into a setting that has been historically dominated by doctors and nurses. Navigating the complexities of patient care, both have spearheaded initiatives that bring medication management and the role of Clinical Pharmacists to the forefront. In today's dynamic healthcare environment, it is clear: Pharmacists must step into broader roles. This podcast cultivates a discussion not only about the clinical pathways and steps both Shilpa and Yuen have undertaken but also about the personal growth and mindset they have adopted to reach their goals. An episode worth tuning in to!

Timings:

00:04 - Introduction

01:24 - Shilpa introduces herself

02:47 - Yeun introduces herself

04:11 - Did they both envision themselves becoming partners?

09:36 - Do you think partnership for a Clinical Pharmacist will become more common?

19:32 - How did Yeun become a GP partner?

26:10 - Was the route into leadership more difficult than anticipated?

33:19 - Is there anything you wish you knew sooner?

42:51 - What are the main attributes needed to go into management?

50:49 - What does Yeun's role entail? Does she have any advice for it?

53:34 - Shilpa's role as partner