FOUR pharmacists were honoured by the Australian Pharmacy Council (APC) at the Emeritus Lloyd Sansom Distinguished Lecture Series in Canberra yesterday.
The recipients were celebrated for their exceptional contributions to pharmacy education and intern supervision as part of the Dr Erica Sainsbury awards.
Branko Radojkovic received the Early Career Pharmacy Educator Award, recognising his innovative approach to teaching and dedication to placing students at the centre of their learning.
He explained the importance of addressing disparities through education, stating, "if we could train our future pharmacists from disadvantaged communities... it would be a key step to achieving equitable access to healthcare".
The Pharmacist Supervisor Awards were presented to Dr Hilai Ahmadzai for her work in hospital settings; Shanae Draffen for supporting overseas-trained pharmacists; and award-winning pharmacist Taren Gill, for her contributions to the profession.
Dr Ahmadzai shared her approach to mentoring, and said, "I try to create an environment that is open and supportive, where interns can ask questions, make mistakes, and grow as professionals and individuals".
Gill reflected on the responsibility of guiding pharmacy undergrads, and said, "I love helping students transform their knowledge into problem-solving and operational skills to help our patients".
APC Chair, Prof Sarah Roberts-Thomson, commended the awardees for their dedication to developing the next generation of pharmacists, adding that their leadership inspires the broader pharmacy community.
This year's awards introduced new categories, reflecting APC's commitment to fostering excellence across diverse areas of practice. JG
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