Real chemist now working in GP land , co-host @auralapothecary ๐ŸŽงpodcast , NHS believer & healthcare big picture thinker who always wears his positive pants

Joined April 2010
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Catch our very own @STEVECHEMIST on @BBCMorningLive talking about Polypharmacy and the role of the clinical pharmacists - from 28.30 in. A great piece of public health messaging and promotion of the pharmacy role! bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m0โ€ฆ
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The Aural Apothecary Almanac -2025! Itโ€™s our end-of-year episode ๐ŸŽ„We reflect on big moments in medicines โ€” AI, reducing hospital stays, and the success of HPV vaccination. Add a quiz, familiar faces, festive banter, and our thanks to you for listening! theauralapothecary.com/the-aโ€ฆ
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Everyone has a favourite edition of the British National Formulary. How has the the go-to reference point for healthcare professionals in the UK and beyond changed (and grown) over time? #BMJChristmas bmj.com/content/391/bmj.r257โ€ฆ
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Another @AuralApothecary first we are very proud of
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"I thought, well what would you do? You'd weigh them and measure them like any sane individual, really." Jamie Hayes @coachingchemist and Mark Taubert @ProfMarkTaubert join The BMJ to talk about the BNF and their Christmas Research paper #BMJChristmas bmj.com/content/391/bmj.r257โ€ฆ
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What has happened to the BNF? Does size matter?! The Aural Apothecary, alongside alumni @ProfMarkTaubert in the Christmas @bmj_latest discuss how and why it grown in size, weight and width over the years. Enjoy - and Merry Christmas to our listeners! bmj.com/content/391/bmj.r257โ€ฆ
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Merry Christmas, BNF! We're in Christmas BMJ this year with a piece about the increasing size and weight of our British National Formulary, over the years! Link to full text: bmj.com/content/391/bmj.r257โ€ฆ Don't over-eat or over-prescribe this Christmas, folks! @bmj_latest #ChristmasBMJ
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Without data - youโ€™re just another person with an opinion! Prescribing and Data have always gone together - Open Prescribing takes it to another level. Find out more about the power of data with our superb guest Brian Mackenna.
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๐ŸšจNew Episode! Brian Mackenna - In God We Trust, All Others Must Bring Data. We are joined by Brian McKenna of @BennettOxford to discuss @OpenPrescribing and how we can get better at using data to improve care. Itโ€™s about more than the numbers! theauralapothecary.com/83-brโ€ฆ
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Thanks to the @AuralApothecary podcast team for hosting me last night. We discussed the low level of awareness of the medical community of the ultimate fate of medicines. Reflecting on this, I wonder whether it is now time to add an 'E' (environment) at the end of ADME?
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Have you listened yet! ๐ŸŽง Dr Laurence Gray: โ€œThe Dose Maketh the Poisonโ€ delves into the fine line between cure and harm โ€” from medicine errors to managing toxicity & educating the public. โ–ถ๏ธ Available wherever you get your podcasts or more info here: theauralapothecary.com/81-drโ€ฆ
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Are you considering stepping into a Designated Prescribing Practitioner (DPP) role - or are you curious about what it involves? Join our next Practice Plus webinar, which shines a spotlight on the pivotal role of pharmacists as DPPs, on Thursday 16 October from 1-2pm. Youโ€™ll gain practical tips, real-world insights and inspiration on: ๐Ÿ’ŠWhat the DPP role involves and why it matters ๐Ÿ’ŠHow to develop the confidence to support trainees ๐Ÿ’ŠThe impact DPPs can have on patient care Register your place here: prescqipp.info/learning/pracโ€ฆ @STEVECHEMIST @fazila_01
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๐ŸšจNew Episode! With Dr Laurence Gray we explore the vital topic of toxicity โ€” from the dangers of medicines to the principles of managing patients exposed to toxic substances, and the crucial role of healthcare professional education in reducing harm. theauralapothecary.com/81-drโ€ฆ
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Itโ€™s World Pharmacists Day! Watch our Lead Clinical Pharmacist, Steve Williams, in this video diary as he takes you behind the scenes - highlighting the vital role pharmacy professionals play. @STEVECHEMIST #WorldPharmacistDay2025 @NHSDorset
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Happy #WorldPharmacistDay2025 - third largest profession in healthcare, therapeutic experts, focused on delivering holistic care and with expanding skillset - let's celebrate our contribution to improving patient outcomes and work together to build profession ready for future
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Can Artificial Intelligence ever be ethical, safe or truly equitable? What does it all mean for the future of healthcare? We discuss this and more with expert Dr Jess Morley of @Yale and our conclusions may surprise you. theauralapothecary.com/81-drโ€ฆ
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Great to see @coachingchemist taking to the @TEDx stage "Prescription to Ocean: The Hidden Impact of Medicines" On how what we prescribe can shape our environment. Molly's not in the box btw. Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=swCLNaAGโ€ฆ #TEDx @TEDxSwansea @AuralApothecary
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๐Ÿšจ Exciting news! Our very own Aural Apothecary host Jamie Hayes has taken to the @TEDx stage ๐ŸŽค ๐ŸŽฅ Prescription to Ocean: The Hidden Impact of Medicines A must-watch on how what we prescribe can shape our environment. Watch here ๐Ÿ‘‰ youtube.com/watch?v=swCLNaAGโ€ฆ #TEDx @TEDxSwansea
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If you had to pick a career anthem, what would it be? A song that inspires a powerful memory - or just an absolute banger that lifts your spirits?! It is a question we ask of all of our guests. Check out the music on our @SpotifyUK playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/3Oโ€ฆ
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Thanks for highlighting our "Medicines MOT" car analogy re the importance of medication reviews by GPs & Clinical Pharmacists at GP surgeries for people on lots of medicines @clarehm123 @HealthInnov @DorsetGPA @AuralApothecary @rpharms #polypharmacy thehealthinnovationnetwork.cโ€ฆ
๐Ÿ’Š Over a million people take 10 pills a day, raising concerns about drug 'cocktails'. @DrOscarDuke shares how to feel confident on multiple meds, and why the word BRAN can help at appointments. ๐Ÿ“บ Watch in full ๐Ÿ‘‰ bbc.in/3YbjzIw
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