Webinars

Tutors

• Mrs Carmel Darcy
  Consultant Pharmacist Older People, WHSCT.
• Ms Rachel Orr
  Lead Pharmacist for Adult Community Mental Health Team, NHSCT

Aim

To equip pharmacists with the knowledge and skills required to support the safe and effective optimisation of medicines for older people living with dementia.

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Describe the different subtypes of dementia and how they differ in presentation
• Identify the risk factors for dementia and explain strategies to help prevent or slow disease progression
• Outline the pharmacological treatment options for dementia and understand the progression of the disease
• Recognise and manage the behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) using non-pharmacological and pharmacological strategies
• Optimise medication use and deprescribe when appropriate throughout the course of the disease, using an evidence-based and person-centred approach.

Tutors

• Ms Jayne Agnew
  Consultant Pharmacist (Older People), SHSCT

Aim

To equip pharmacists with the knowledge and skills required to support the safe and effective management of osteoporosis in older patients.

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Understand the pathophysiology of osteoporosis
• Recognise the risk factors for osteoporosis and identify high risk patients
• Assess a patient’s risk of osteoporosis using appropriate assessment tool and support patient’s in managing their risk
• Describe the management strategies for osteoporosis including pharmacological and non-pharmacological options and monitoring requirements
• Provide comprehensive advice and support to patients regarding the management of osteoporosis

Tutors

• Dr Glenda Fleming
  Deputy Director, MOIC
• Dr Joanne Brown
  Senior Research and Innovation Programme Manager, MOIC

Aim

To support pharmacists in developing the skills and confidence needed to critically appraise research papers and apply evidence to everyday practice.

Learning outcomes

Having completed this journal club series, you will be able to:

• Understand the structure and key components of a research paper
• Develop critical appraisal skills to evaluate the quality of a study
• Identify the strengths and limitations of a study
• Interpret study findings and consider their relevance to practice
• Build confidence in reading and discussing research

Tutors

• Mrs Laura O'Hanlon
  Lead Pharmacist for Diabetes and Endocrine, SHSCT
• Miss Jennifer McCormack
  Diabetes Specialist Nurse, SHSCT

Aim

To equip pharmacists with the knowledge and skills required to support patients using insulin delivery devices.

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Describe the key differences between the main types of insulin
• Explain the range of insulin delivery devices available and how they work
• Provide practical advice and support to patients using insulin delivery devices
• Counsel patients effectively when switching between insulin delivery devices
• Identify potential challenges and safety concerns associated with switching insulin delivery devices.

Tutors

• Mrs Joanne Sutton
  Medicines Management Senior Technician, BHSCT.

Aim

By the development of the appropriate knowledge and skills, equip individuals to effectively mentor those pharmacy technicians undertaking the ACPT programme

Learning outcomes

Having completed this workshop you should be able to:

• provide support to pharmacy technicians regarding the knowledge and skills required to complete an accuracy check on any prescription previously screened/approved by a pharmacist
• develop your mentee's professional awareness of pharmacy practice
• encourage the further development of effective communication skills
• further develop professional relationships within your team
• support appropriate skill-mix within your pharmacy.

Tutors

• Mrs Kerry Finlay
  Lead Practice-based Pharmacist, Ards.
• Ms Niamh McGarry
  Clinical Pharmacist, BHSCT.

Aim

To enable pharmacists with the knowledge and skills to interpret laboratory tests results in adult patients and make informed therapeutic recommendations based on these results, as well as from a holistic review of the patient.

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Interpret biochemical laboratory tests, including renal and liver function and full blood count, as part of the overall patient’s presentation
• Recognise abnormal results and their clinical significance within the broader context of patient assessment
• Use these results to support clinical decision-making, including supporting or refining a diagnosis
• Recommend appropriate treatment changes, monitoring strategies, and follow-up plans based on laboratory findings.

Tutors

• Ms Patricia Campbell
  Consultant Cardiologist
• Mr David Loughlin
  Pharmacy advisor, SPPG

Aim

To provide an overview of the evidence-based management of heart failure in primary care.

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Identify the risk factors for developing chronic heart failure
• Classify heart failure according to disease severity and recognise the symptoms of disease progression
• Advise patients on key lifestyle interventions
• Manage patients with heart failure according to updated NICE guidance
• Identify areas where changes to your current practice may be required

Tutors

• Mr David Loughlin
  Pharmacy advisor, SPPG
• Ms Patricia Campbell
  Consultant Cardiologist

Aim

To provide an overview of the evidence-based management of heart failure in primary care.

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Identify the risk factors for developing chronic heart failure
• Classify heart failure according to disease severity and recognise the symptoms of disease progression
• Advise patients on key lifestyle interventions
• Manage patients with heart failure according to updated NICE guidance
• Identify areas where changes to your current practice may be required

Tutors

• Ms Stephanie Park
  Care Homes Pharmacist, Medicines Optimisation in Older people (MOOP), NHSCT
• Dr Joanne Brown
  Senior Research and Innovation Programme Manager, MOIC

Aim

To support pharmacists in developing the skills and confidence needed to critically appraise research papers and apply evidence to everyday practice.

Learning outcomes

Having completed this journal club series, you will be able to:

• Understand the structure and key components of a research paper
• Develop critical appraisal skills to evaluate the quality of a study
• Identify the strengths and limitations of a study
• Interpret study findings and consider their relevance to practice
• Build confidence in reading and discussing research

Tutors

• Mr David Loughlin
  Pharmacy advisor, SPPG
• Dr Ian Menown
  Consultant Cardiologist and Director of Interventional Cardiology, SHSCT.

Aim

To provide an overview of the evidence-based management of heart failure in primary care.

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Identify the risk factors for developing chronic heart failure
• Classify heart failure according to disease severity and recognise the symptoms of disease progression
• Advise patients on key lifestyle interventions
• Manage patients with heart failure according to updated NICE guidance
• Identify areas where changes to your current practice may be required

Tutors

• Dr Ian Menown
  Consultant Cardiologist and Director of Interventional Cardiology, SHSCT.
• Mr David Loughlin
  Pharmacy advisor, SPPG

Aim

To provide an overview of the evidence-based management of heart failure in primary care.

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Identify the risk factors for developing chronic heart failure
• Classify heart failure according to disease severity and recognise the symptoms of disease progression
• Advise patients on key lifestyle interventions
• Manage patients with heart failure according to updated NICE guidance
• Identify areas where changes to your current practice may be required

Tutors

• Mr Andrew Cheung
  Principal Pharmaceutical Officer (Public Health), DoH / PHA

Aim

To update pharmacy professionals on changes to the childhood immunisation schedule and support effective conversations with parents and carers about vaccination.

Learning outcomes

Having attended this webinar, you will be able to:

• Describe the upcoming changes to the childhood immunisation schedule, the rationale behind them and when the changes will occur
• Communicate confidently with parents and carers about immunisation
• Respond effectively to common concerns and queries
• Signpost to trusted and reputable sources of information on immunisation

Tutors

• Ms Lisa Smith
  Postgraduate Pharmacy Dean, NICPLD
• Ms Danielle Allen
  Lead Pharmacist for Live Education, NICPLD

Aim

To support pharmacists in developing the skills and confidence needed to critically appraise research papers and apply evidence to everyday practice.

Learning outcomes

Having completed this journal club series, you will be able to:

• Understand the structure and key components of a research paper
• Develop critical appraisal skills to evaluate the quality of a study
• Identify the strengths and limitations of a study
• Interpret study findings and consider their relevance to practice
• Build confidence in reading and discussing research