THE Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA) has announced the winners of the PSA NSW Excellence Awards, recognising outstanding pharmacists who have demonstrated excellence in their practice and dedication to improving healthcare outcomes for their communities.
The NSW Pharmacist of the Year is clinical pharmacist Ammar Altayib, who has received several recent award nominations, among them the AdPha Clinical Pharmacy Award last year.
The former Sudanese refugee has numerous academic qualifications, including a Masters in Pharmacy, and is currently completing a PhD.
In addition to his hospital role, the father of four also works on Saturdays at Queanbeyan Pharmacy, teaches Arabic and is a leader in his local community.
The NSW Lifetime Achievement Award was awarded to David North in recognition of his five decades of outstanding service to pharmacy and the Illawarra community, for which he received the Medal of the Order of Australia in 2019.
His career has spanned community pharmacy ownership, hospital pharmacy leadership, and significant contributions to professional development and mentorship.
NSW Early Career Pharmacist of the Year Lily Pham has quickly established herself as a leader in pharmacy, and is Vice President of the PSA NSW Branch Committee.
The PhD candidate has played a key role in policy submissions, stakeholder engagement and expanding pharmacists' scope of practice, particularly in mentalhealth.
Peter Figliuzzi was recognised for his leadership, initiative and commitment to patient care in being awarded NSW Intern of the Year.
During his intern year, Figliuzzi developed a hospital discharge medication management system to ensure patients understood medication changes, reducing confusion and enhancing adherence, while his proactive engagement with veteran patients improved health outcomes. KB
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