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Life has been a process of trial and error for Locate a Locum founder Jonathon Clarke but he has come a long way, as Neil Trainis discovered.
Tohidul Islam spent his childhood trying to steer clear of the Iran-Iraq conflict in the 1980s. So, he’s prepared for anything pharmacy throws at him.
Community Pharmacy Nottinghamshire’s chief officer says contractors are dipping into pensions and selling their cars to keep their pharmacies open.
Covid almost killed Hemant Patel but he recovered and is now a clinical lead at an ICS where his focus is health inequalities.
Catherine Haslam fought off fierce competition to win the Locum of the Year Award at last year’s Independent Pharmacy Awards.
Stephen Thomas spent two years working in Vanuatu as its “equivalent of the RPSGB.” It placed a huge responsibility on young shoulders.
As team leader at Bedminster Pharmacy, Beata Mularska takes an interest in supporting her colleagues as much as her patients.
Ade Williams’ image was once projected on Piccadilly Circus’ giant screen but as he tells Neil Trainis, it’s all about the pharmacy collective.
The Independent Pharmacist of the Year Carys Spencer is a champion of community pharmacy in Wales.
As an independent expert adviser in criminal cases, the Avon LPC chief officer demonstrates pharmacists’ knowledge of medicines is unrivalled.
Life has been a process of trial and error for Locate a Locum founder Jonathon Clarke but he has come a long way, as Neil Trainis discovered.
Tohidul Islam spent his childhood trying to steer clear of the Iran-Iraq conflict in the 1980s. So, he’s prepared for anything pharmacy throws at him.
Community Pharmacy Nottinghamshire’s chief officer says contractors are dipping into pensions and selling their cars to keep their pharmacies open.
Covid almost killed Hemant Patel but he recovered and is now a clinical lead at an ICS where his focus is health inequalities.
Catherine Haslam fought off fierce competition to win the Locum of the Year Award at last year’s Independent Pharmacy Awards.
Stephen Thomas spent two years working in Vanuatu as its “equivalent of the RPSGB.” It placed a huge responsibility on young shoulders.
As team leader at Bedminster Pharmacy, Beata Mularska takes an interest in supporting her colleagues as much as her patients.
Ade Williams’ image was once projected on Piccadilly Circus’ giant screen but as he tells Neil Trainis, it’s all about the pharmacy collective.
The Independent Pharmacist of the Year Carys Spencer is a champion of community pharmacy in Wales.
As an independent expert adviser in criminal cases, the Avon LPC chief officer demonstrates pharmacists’ knowledge of medicines is unrivalled.
Pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to ICP editor Neil Trainis about masks and what the world will be like after July 19.
14 Jul 2021 , 1 Min Article
Pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to ICP editor Neil Trainis about the impact of GPs doing virtual consultations during Covid-19.
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Pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to ICP editor Neil Trainis about his stand-up comedy career, including getting brutally booed off at The Comedy Store.
03 Aug 2020 , 1 Min Article
Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis and community pharmacist Peter Kelly examine the impact of coronavirus on community pharmacies and patients as the disease escalates.
12 Mar 2020 , 1 Min Article
Community pharmacist Peter Kelly talks to Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis about services and funding.
06 Mar 2020 , 1 Min Article
Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis talks to pharmacist Peter Kelly about the ability of community pharmacy teams to access mental health support.
27 Feb 2020 , 1 Min Article
In our latest podcast, the community pharmacist Peter Kelly tells Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis that the PSNC should put its contractual and funding proposals out for discussion at the LPC conference.
19 Feb 2020 , 1 Min Article
In the first of a series of podcasts, Independent Community Pharmacist editor Neil Trainis talks to the London-based community pharmacist Peter Kelly on a range of issues impacting the pharmacy profession.
05 Feb 2020 , 1 Min Article
With LloydsPharmacy out of the high street picture, independents have even more scope to capture the public’s hearts and minds.
In his latest diary entry on Prestwich Pharmacy's MediTech robot, Fin McCaul says he can focus on delivering Pharmacy First and other services.
Unregulated financial, health or other markets will always attract snakes, chancers and charlatans, says Peter Kelly.
The MHRA's Phil Tregunno discusses the importance of reporting patient harm from medicines and devices and how pharmacists can help.
As a pharmacy owner, it’s a struggle to see how any visions will help me or are even relevant to me, says NPA chair Nick Kaye.
They never hold their hands up and say ‘we got this wrong.' That's organisational arrogance or obliviousness, says Mike Hewitson.
Can you imagine general practice confronting the government with four separate visions inside 12 months?
Pharmacist Peter Kelly wants to have a bit of fun and channel his inner music journalist.
Taiwo Owatemi does a great job championing community pharmacy in parliament but September 14 was a missed opportunity.
We need less navel gazing and more interest in the work Community Pharmacy Northern Ireland does on our behalf, says Terry Maguire.
With LloydsPharmacy out of the high street picture, independents have even more scope to capture the public’s hearts and minds.
In his latest diary entry on Prestwich Pharmacy's MediTech robot, Fin McCaul says he can focus on delivering Pharmacy First and other services.
Unregulated financial, health or other markets will always attract snakes, chancers and charlatans, says Peter Kelly.
The MHRA's Phil Tregunno discusses the importance of reporting patient harm from medicines and devices and how pharmacists can help.
As a pharmacy owner, it’s a struggle to see how any visions will help me or are even relevant to me, says NPA chair Nick Kaye.
They never hold their hands up and say ‘we got this wrong.' That's organisational arrogance or obliviousness, says Mike Hewitson.
Can you imagine general practice confronting the government with four separate visions inside 12 months?
Pharmacist Peter Kelly wants to have a bit of fun and channel his inner music journalist.
Taiwo Owatemi does a great job championing community pharmacy in parliament but September 14 was a missed opportunity.
We need less navel gazing and more interest in the work Community Pharmacy Northern Ireland does on our behalf, says Terry Maguire.
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Bella Stuart-Bourne from Charles Russell Speechlys goes through the key considerations for pharmacy tenants.
15 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
What are the key corporate matters you need to navigate to ensure you comply and protect your interests?
20 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article
We examine the advantages and risks of artificial intelligence on safety in the workplace.
06 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article
Tertius Alberts at Charles Russell Speechlys answers some common questions to help inform independent buyers.
06 Jul 2023 , 1 Min Article
Lauren Kelly provides an insight into the legal factors pharmacists need to consider.
18 May 2023 , 1 Min Article
Tertius Alberts looks at the key aspects to consider when assessing an opportunity to purchase a pharmacy from a multiple.
15 Mar 2023 , 1 Min Article
A buyer will want to understand the pharmacy’s relationships with staff, suppliers and customers, as Tertius Alberts explains.
20 Feb 2023 , 1 Min Article
Katie Bewick examines the process for removing a director from a limited company - which should be exercised with caution.
17 Jan 2023 , 1 Min Article
In the first of two articles, Katie Bewick looks at the legal procedures for appointing directors to a company board.
24 Nov 2022 , 1 Min Article
This article examines rent reviews and considers whether a pharmacist can dispute an increase in their rent.
02 Nov 2022 , 1 Min Article
For owners who have variable loans, the rise in the base rate will impact not only on profits but cash flow, as Vinku Shah explains.
28 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
National Living Wage to rise by 10 per cent to £11.44 an hour, Hunt announces
22 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
Pharmacies will get 'more than double' the per-consultation rate GPs receive, claims DAUK
21 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
Company Chemists’ Association chief executive Malcolm Harrison said the launch of Pharmacy First was “a huge vote of confidence in the sector."
16 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
It's important to ensure payments of business-related expenses are made through the company accounts, says Vinku Shah from Silver Levene.
06 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
Hundreds of dispensing doctor practices in England are facing cashflow problems after a sharp drop in fees.
27 Oct 2023 , 2 Min Article
A new contract may offer 'sustainability' but not necessarily profits, Ash Soni warns.
21 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article
Northcare Limited and Medway Limited, the holding companies for eight pharmacies, have faced financial challenges.
21 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article
Specialist advice can save pharmacy buyers time and help to avoid costly pitfalls, says Vinku Shah.
19 Jul 2023 , 1 Min Article
Pharmacy First 'financially low viability' without additional core funding, officials told.
14 Jun 2023 , 1 Min Article
Demand for CBD supplements is growing but should pharmacists stock these products?
01 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
Since the pandemic, pharmacy has been at the forefront when it comes to offering OTC products and support for patients.
25 Oct 2023 , 1 Min Article
Pharmacy teams need to understand the issues around, not only smoking, but vaping, NRT and heated tobacco.
17 Oct 2023 , 1 Min Article
The menopause happens as part of ageing with loss of ovarian follicular activity. But how can pharmacists support sufferers?
11 Oct 2023 , 1 Min Article
Pharmacy teams are an important source of reassurance and advice, helping parents to manage a variety of common childhood conditions.
20 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article
Mental illness is not uncommon during pregnancy and there are many questions around skin care for newborns.
13 Sep 2023 , 1 Min Article
Eyelid conditions often need urgent attention, so having immediate access to support from pharmacy can be helpful for patients.
30 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article
Independents must be aware of how diabetes can affect the legs and feet.
22 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article
Sciatica can be severe and patients may need pharmacological or surgical intervention.
16 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article
We take a look at current guidance on breastfeeding and the introduction of complementary feeding.
09 Aug 2023 , 1 Min Article
Enterosgel is a clinically-proven OTC intestinal adsorbent gel composed of organic mineral and water.
28 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
Doctor Gut is a drug-free range of products that can help treat diarrhoea, bloating and irritable bowel syndrome.
28 Nov 2023 , 1 Min Article
Sebamed has dermatologically developed products specifically for a baby’s skin.
27 Jul 2023 , 1 Min Article
Bloccs are a certified Class 1 Medical Device and are suitable for both adults and children.
27 Jul 2023 , 1 Min Article
Viagra Connect is available without prescription and can be taken daily.
18 Jul 2023 , 1 Min Article
HydraMed eye drops contain a unique bi-polymer of two synergistic ingredients – sodium hyaluronate (HA) and TS-polysaccharide.
15 Jun 2023 , 1 Min Article
Rohto Dry Aid relieves eight symptoms of dry eye and helps hydrate, protect and restore the tear film.
04 Aug 2022 , 1 Min Article
Scope Healthcare has launched a natural and preservative-free hay fever treatment to relieve allergy symptoms.
04 Aug 2022 , 1 Min Article
HERPOtherm can be used as an alternative to creams and patches to combat cold sores.
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Deep Freeze Cold Patch is suitable for use during pregnancy, and is a convenient alternative to ice packs.
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