Best Permanent Recruitment Podcasts (2025)

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"Sports, Socials, and the Sprint to Year-End" - Episode 7 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 36:49

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Episode 7 – "Sports, Socials, and the Sprint to Year-End" With Chris Dawes (Visual PR) and Kimberly Bird (Responsive Personnel) It’s not all CVs and candidate calls in recruitment - sometimes, its horse racing, hockey, and halloumi fries! In this episode, host Chris Dawes is joined by Responsive Pe…

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Divya Lal - From courage, curiosity and connection; Redefining what it means to be a pharmacist 30:27

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Divya Lal is a pharmacist, mentor, and business leader who proudly calls herself “not your typical pharmacist.” With a career spanning community pharmacy ownership, business development, and professional services leadership, Divya has built a reputation for blending clinical insight with entrepreneurial flair. From her early days establishing pharm…

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Kate Gunthorpe - On Leading Pharmacy into the Future: From Full Scope to Change Management 32:51

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Kate Gunthorpe is among the first pharmacists in Australia authorised to autonomously prescribe and practise at an expanded scope. A passionate community pharmacist, prescriber, and advocate, she brings extensive experience across clinical practice, pharmacy operations, and the wider pharmacy industry and is now Pharmacist Implementation & Change S…

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Adele Tahan - From resilience, advocacy and leadership; A journey to championing community pharmacy on a national stage 42:44

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Adele Tahan is a pharmacist, business owner, and national leader in pharmacy advocacy. She is the proprietor of Adore Pharmacy in Rozelle, NSW, where she is widely recognised for her commitment to delivering high-quality, community-centred healthcare. Adele graduated with a Bachelor of Pharmacy from the University of Sydney and has since built a ca…

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Amanda Fairjones - From passion and advocacy comes the evolving role of pharmacists; A story of value and support 38:24

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Amanda Fairjones is the NSW State Manager at the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA). In this role, she works closely with PSA members, driving policy and advocacy initiatives while championing the education and professional development of pharmacists across New South Wales. With more than 20 years of experience spanning both hospital and com…

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Jala Moushi - From pharmacy intern to a creative leader; A journey of wellness and resilience 32:44

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Jala Moushi is the Education Pharmacist at Chemist Warehouse and the National Intern Training Coordinator, where she leads the development, mentoring, and support of more than 700 pharmacy interns across Australia. With a career spanning community and hospital pharmacy, as well as academic research, Jala brings a well-rounded and progressive approa…

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Ivan Grauer - Building Relationships in Pharmacy; An insightful conversation 33:08

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Ivan Grauer is a highly experienced and respected pharmacist who has been a cornerstone of the Australian pharmacy landscape for nearly five decades. Since qualifying in 1976, Ivan has owned and successfully operated seven pharmacies, earning a strong reputation for excellence in community pharmacy operations and patient care. Over the course of hi…

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Daniel Nasri - On Career Reinvention, Purposeful Change and Social Prescribing; A Consultant Pharmacist's Transformative Journey 36:43

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Daniel Nasri is a consultant pharmacist, advisor and educator whose career reflects the power of reinvention. Daniel began his career in community pharmacy, where he spent over a decade supporting patients, fostering strong connections and managing busy pharmacy environments. While he found the work meaningful, Daniel eventually felt drawn to explo…

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Lusi Sheehan - Pharmacist, Educator, Mum; Her Inspiring Wound Care Journey 43:23

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Lusi Sheehan is a wound care consultant, credentialed Home Medicines Review pharmacist, and educator. She holds a postgraduate qualification in Wound Care Management from Monash University and established pharmacy-based wound care and compression clinics across Western Australia. Lusi is the founder of The Wound Educator, a national platform dedica…

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Professor Lisa Nissen - From “accidental pharmacist” to policy change-maker; A Trailblazing Pharmacy Journey 47:22

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Professor Lisa Nissen is Program Director and Taylor Family Chair of the Centre for Business and Economics of Health, University of Queensland. She has been a health practitioner, leader, educator, researcher, and implementation scientist in Australia for more than 25 years. Lisa's research has led to major health system change, including the intro…

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"Summer Job Stories" - Episode 6 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 45:18

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Responsive Personnel Podcast – Episode 6: “Summer Job Stories” & Why Temp Work is a Smart Move In this light-hearted episode, Chris and Dom take a nostalgic (and hilarious!) trip through their own summer job history — from omelette stations and warehouse shifts to meat packing and bar work. But bey…

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Nick Pincombe - From Combat to Community Care; A Veteran's Story 42:12

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Nick Pincombe is a community pharmacist based in Samford and a passionate advocate for the health and wellbeing of veterans and first responders. Drawing on his unique background as both an ex-infantry officer and pharmacist, Nick addresses the complex health challenges faced by Australia’s veteran community through education, advocacy, and clinica…

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Alex Shepherd - From Wildlife to Wellness; My Pharmacy Career Journey 48:31

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Alex Shepherd is a Consultant Pharmacist with a passion for healthy ageing and a fierce dedication to flexible, patient-centred care. Juggling many hats - including HMR Consultant, WA Sales Representative for Bold Health, and mum to two energetic boys under four - Alex is proof that pharmacists can shape dynamic and fulfilling careers beyond the di…

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"Your recruitment partner, welcome aboard!" - Episode 5 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 47:57

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 🎙️ Episode 5: "Your Recruitment Partner – Welcome Aboard" In this episode of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel, we explore what it really means to partner with a recruitment agency - from both sides of the table. Host Chris Dawes chats with Hannah Carter, newly appointed Operations…

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Mitchell Everlyn - From Country Roots to Pharmacy’s Frontline; on Locum Life, Ethics & Empathy 42:35

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Mitchell Everlyn is an accredited, practising pharmacist and qualified diabetes educator. Mitchell completed his Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) (Majoring in Clinical and Experimental Therapeutics), at UQ in 2016. In his professional career, Mitchell has managed several pharmacies and compounding labs across Queensland. To better equip the needs of …

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Marissa Stelmaschuk - Finding Purpose in Practice: The Rise of GP Pharmacists 37:40

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Marissa Stelmaschuk is a General Practice Pharmacist based in Townsville, Queensland. A graduate of James Cook University, she began her career at Townsville University Hospital, where she served as a clinical pharmacist for over a decade. In 2022, she joined North Shore General Practice, delivering integrated, non-dispensing pharmacy services with…

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Kenneth Cheng - Script to Screen; on Innovating Pharmacy Tech 28:50

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Kenneth Cheng is the Product Manager at MedAdvisor Solutions. Kenneth is a product leader with extensive experience across healthtech, retail and eCommerce, developing products used by millions of users. Kenneth began his career as a community pharmacist, working at a busy metropolitan pharmacy before his interest in technology led him to building …

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"Stories From the Swindon Wildcats Golf Day" - Episode 4 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 49:06

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Episode 4: Stories from the Swindon Wildcats Golf Day What happens when ice hockey players, business sponsors, and recruiters trade pucks for putters? You get one unforgettable day of laughs, networking, and very questionable golf swings! 🏌️‍♂️😂 In this episode of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Resp…

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"Understanding is Key" - Episode 3 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 44:48

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Episode 3: Understanding is Key In this episode, we explore why true understanding is the secret sauce to successful recruitment. Whether it’s grasping the finer details of a client's role requirements, company culture, or even regional nuances — or getting to know what drives a candidate, their sk…

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Karalyn Huxhagen - A Career of Care; on Pharmacy, Education, and Rural Health Innovation 44:49

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Karalyn Huxhagen is a community pharmacist and a consultant pharmacist. Karalyn performs locum services, medication reviews and delivers quality use of medication programs mainly in rural and regional Australia. Karalyn has a strong interest in immunisation and provision of injectables in community pharmacy, pain management, asthma and COPD, aged c…

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Deni Salmon - Pharmacist in Charge at TerryWhite Chemmart Tuggerah and co-founder of Queer Pharmacists of Australia 53:38

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Deni Salmon is a passionate early career pharmacist and advocate, currently serving as the Pharmacist in Charge at TerryWhite Chemmart Tuggerah. As a proud member of the transgender and LGBTQIA+ community, Deni combines lived experience with clinical expertise to champion inclusive, culturally competent, and patient-centred care. Deni holds a Bache…

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Caroline Diamantis - National Vice President of PSA, a pharmacy owner, and an advocate for the profession 39:50

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Caroline Diamantis is a passionate community pharmacist with over 30 years of experience in pharmacy ownership. Shortly after completing her Bachelor of Pharmacy at Sydney University, she was able to fulfil her dream of buying her first pharmacy, where she realised the importance of differentiating pharmacists as professionals, advocating clinical …

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Susan Nguyen - Community pharmacist, co-owner of Carmen Drive Community Pharmacy, and founder of ADHD Support Pharmacist 36:09

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Susan Nguyen is a passionate pharmacist dedicated to helping individuals with ADHD thrive through compassionate, personalised care. With a holistic approach, she goes beyond medication management, focusing on lifestyle strategies, coping mechanisms, and emotional support to empower individuals with ADHD to navigate challenges and lead fulfilling li…

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"Flexibility Meets Opportunity" - Episode 2 of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel 44:42

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Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel Episode 2 – Flexibility Meets Opportunity March 2025 Welcome to episode two of Recruitment Unplugged: Inside Responsive Personnel – your backstage pass to the world of recruitment! In this episode, we dive into the world of flexible recruitment with Responsive Personnel, exploring how businesses ca…

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Andrea Wenrick 13:47

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In this inaugural episode, we are joined by the amazing Andrea Wenrick, CGMA, Financial Director at EF Corporate Learning. Andrea's journey is nothing short of remarkable – she started at EF in 2005, hired at 8 months pregnant, and has since taken on various leadership roles. Today, she manages a dynamic career while balancing family life, and regu…

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Nancy Rostom - Mentorship, Community Engagement & Innovation in Pharmacy 42:49

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Nancy Rostom is an award-winning pharmacist based in Perth, Western Australia, renowned for her innovative approach and dedication to community health. As the Pharmacist Manager at Wizard Pharmacy Mount Pleasant, she has led her team to achieve significant milestones, including being named Wizard Pharmacy of the Year in 2022. Under her leadership,…

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Episode 1 – Series Kick-off: Meet Responsive Personnel 57:34

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Summary: Get an inside look at Responsive Personnel in this debut episode of Recruitment Unplugged! Hosted by Chris Dawes, we meet Danny Kimber (the boss man!), Hazel, and Dominic. Discover their unique approach to recruitment, focusing on personal touch, client relationships, and candidate care. Learn about their journey, company culture, and futu…

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Katelyn Ingram - The Versatility of a Pharmacy Career 32:28

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Katelyn Ingram is a passionate pharmacy professional whose career spans community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, industry, and HealthTech. She began her journey in healthcare at just 16 as a pharmacy assistant, where she discovered her love for making a difference in people’s lives. While pursuing a Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of Sydney, K…

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Michelle Lynch - An Inspiring Journey from Pharmacist to CEO 38:56

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Michelle Lynch is the Chief Executive Officer for Ramsay Pharmacy and Psychology Group, part of Ramsay Health Care, the largest private healthcare company in Australia. Her accountabilities and leadership oversee the operations of the pharmacy departments within the Ramsay private hospital network, the franchisor services supporting the franchise n…

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Shaylee Mills - Inspiring the Next Generation of Rural Pharmacists: My Mission 38:34

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Shaylee Mills is an ECP working across community pharmacy and an Aboriginal Health Service in the Pilbara region of WA. Through her experience working in remote communities and multi-disciplinary teams, Shaylee has found her passion for the exciting world of rural pharmacy. Shaylee shares her day-to-day life as a pharmacist through social media, kn…

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James Buckley - Balancing Full Scope of Practice, Tourist Health and Day-to-Day Pharmacy Life in North Queensland 34:18

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James Buckley is a Pharmacy Partner and Manager for Livelife Pharmacy group residing in Port Douglas, Far North Queensland. He has a passion for primary healthcare in the community setting and making a difference in every patient's life. Graduating from James Cook University he has continued to be on the forefront of pharmacy healthcare by being in…

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Jenny Kirschner - Addressing Loneliness Through Pharmacy 30:34

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Jenny Kirschner has 20+ years experience in the healthcare and pharmacy sectors including as a clinical and retail pharmacist. She has a deeply personal experience of loneliness and is a passionate clinical entrepreneur who is out to inspire, educate and mobilise the entire pharmacy industry to address loneliness at patient, pharmacy and community …

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Emily Griffin - Championing Rural Pharmacy and Workplace Culture 33:52

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Meet Emily Griffin, a trailblazing force in the pharmacy world, renowned for her compassionate and innovative approach and multi-faceted expertise. As a credentialed consultant pharmacist, business owner, senior hospital pharmacist, and educator, Emily has made waves by co-developing the Australian-first Voluntary Assisted Dying Statewide Pharmacy …

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Sarah Gray - Blending Nutrition and Pharmacy for Better Health 39:48

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When it comes to health, Sarah Gray is a trusted expert and innovator, working to deliver products and services that truly change the healthcare landscape in Australia. Sarah’s personal purpose is to challenge the status quo, and make a difference to the health and happiness of all creatures (humans and animals) on the planet. As a registered pharm…

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Max Mito and Montana Grenfell - The Importance of Pharmacist Expertise in Revolutionising Pharmacy Practice with Technology 34:24

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Max Mito is the Co-Founder and CEO of StrongRoom AI (SRAI), an innovative organisation dedicated to improving patient outcomes and enhancing the administrative efficiency of healthcare providers through technology solutions and AI-driven insights. With a background in economics and history, Max leads StrongRoom AI in its mission to optimise pharmac…

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Gus El Assaad - Pharmacist and Entrepreneur, Founder of PharmacyDownUnder 26:08

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Ghassoub El Assaad is a dedicated and innovative pharmacist committed to advancing professional education and career development. With a robust background in community pharmacy, he empowers peers and future pharmacists to achieve their fullest potential both inside and outside of the dispensary. In his current role, founder of “PharmacyDownUnder”, …

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Kristin Xenos - Combating Health Misinformation: Leadership in Pharmacy Education 31:19

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Kristin Xenos is the Education Lead for the NSW Government Pharmacy Trial at the University of Newcastle. Her experience includes roles in community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy and government organisations. Kristin is a Subject Matter Expert for the Australian Pharmacy Council, a member of the Society of Hospital Pharmacists Australia Infectious Di…

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Mina Wanis - From Pharmacy to Tech: Embracing Digital Healthcare and Informatics 38:43

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Mina Wanis is an experienced Product Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the information technology and services industry. Skilled in Health Informatics, Business Planning, Sales, Databases, and Administration. Strong product management professional with a Master's degree focused in Information Technology from University of New Englan…

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Cathie Reid - My Journey from Pharmacist to Entrepreneur 40:49

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Cathie Reid and her husband Stuart Giles co-founded the Epic Pharmacy Group in 1998 and also co-founded Australia’s largest dedicated cancer care provider, the Icon Group in 2012. In 2020 Cathie and Stuart established their family office Arc31, where her long term activity in the healthcare and technology sectors is providing insights and access to…

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Vanessa Lontos - Empowering Pharmacy Leadership and Holistic Health Conversations 36:35

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Vanessa Lontos is a community pharmacist, previous pharmacy owner and inspiring pharmacy leader, speaker, and coach. Vanessa provides coaching and development to pharmacists and pharmacy teams across Australia, focusing on patient engagement, team culture, leadership, and change management to enhance their ability, and confidence, to deliver compre…

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Yvette Anderson - Bridging Pharmacy Expertise and Parenthood: A Spectrum of Experiences 31:31

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Yvette Anderson is a clinical accredited pharmacist and pharmapreneur passionate about neurodevelopmental conditions. Spanning over 15 years as a registered pharmacist Yvette has experience in aged care, consultancy, community pharmacy and both private and public hospital pharmacy. In 2020 Yvette launched The Spectrum Pharmacist, a combination of p…

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Steve Morris - The Transformative Journey of a Pharmacy Leader: the Evolution of Pharmaceutical Care 39:46

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Steve Morris is the CEO, Pharmaceutical Society of Australia. Steve is motivated by making positive and real change in people’s lives through improved health care. After completing a degree in pharmacy and spending time volunteering early in his career in India, Steve realised his strengths were strategic and that he wanted to make a wider differen…

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Vivian Lee - From Traditional to Digital: Charting a New Course in Pharmacy Careers 34:35

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Vivian Lee is a Senior Consultant at IQVIA, as part of the Strategic Insights and Analytics team. Her expertise is in leading and executing projects in the management consulting and commercial effectiveness area of practice for Consumer Health and Pharmaceutical clients, where she brings her in-depth industry knowledge of the retail pharmacy landsc…

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Tom Simpson - Charting the Course of Pharmacy: A Journey from Intern to Leader 38:42

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Tom Simpson is the President, Society of Hospital Pharmacists of Australia and Executive Director, Statewide Hospital Pharmacy Tasmania, and has held positions as Chair, Statewide Pharmacy Executive Committee, the Tasmanian Minister’s Health Council and the Pharmacy Board of Tasmania. Tom is a member of the SHPA Leadership and Management Specialty …

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Jamil Karaki - Pharmacist | University Teacher | TikTok Content Creator 22:39

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Jamil Karaki, a Locum Pharmacist deeply rooted in the world of retail pharmacy and education. Jamil wears multiple hats, not only as a dedicated educator in the pharmacy program at the University of New South Wales but also as a dynamic content creator on TikTok, where he imparts invaluable health tips and tricks to the public as @megamindpharmacis…

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Brooke Shelly - General Practice Pharmacist (GPP) | Consultant/Credentialed Pharmacist for HMR | Senior Clinical Pharmacist at Beyond Pain 26:39

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Brooke Shelly is one of the few pharmacists across the country working in General Practice as a General Practice Pharmacist (GPP), she was one of the first to hold this role in Victoria. Currently, Brooke enjoys a portfolio career, working as a GP Pharmacist consulting at Ontario Medical Clinic, Consultant/Credentialed Pharmacist delivering Home Me…

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Flynn Swift & Georgia Bridges - NAPSA President & Treasurer | Special conversation with the dynamic duo at the helm of the peak pharmacy student body 16:14

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We're delighted to bring you a very special conversation. We have with us the dynamic duo at the helm of the National Australian Pharmacy Student Association, or NAPSA. Our guests are none other than President Flynn Swift and Treasurer Georgia Bridges who work tirelessly to support, guide, and advocate for pharmacy students nationwide. They've been…

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Jacquie Meyer - Clinical Pharmacist | Pharmacy Owner | Hospital Pharmacist | Naturopath | Mentor to early career Pharmacists | Mother 22:42

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Jacquie Meyer is a pharmacist and pharmacy owner who provides a team of pharmacists to her communities to engage in their health and well-being journey. Using robot technology and a forward pharmacy model, Jacquie values the role of the Pharmacist. Breaking the barrier between hospital and community Pharmacy, Jacquie provides a unique environment f…

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Dr Ramesh Walpola - Pharmacist | Pharmacy Academic Lead & Program Authority at UNSW | Certified Health Manager (CHM) 29:01

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Dr Ramesh Walpola is a Pharmacist, Certified Health Manager (CHM) and the Pharmacy Academic Lead & Program Authority at the School of Health Sciences. His main area of research expertise and interest is in patient and medication safety, particularly examining the social determinants of safe practices. Ramesh completed his PhD at The University of S…

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Elissar Mansour & Dr Fei Sim - Australian Pharmacy Students' Journal, the world's only peer-reviewed pharmacy student journal 29:11

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A discussion about Australian Pharmacy Student Research is featured in this episode, in which the Co-Editor-in-Chief of Australian Pharmacy Students' Journal, Elissar Mansour, and the President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia, Dr Fei Sim, share their research journey and encourage more pharmacy students to participate. Australian Pharmac…