THREE Victorian pharmacists honoured at this week's Victorian Pharmacists' Dinner exemplified both the breadth of opportunities a career in pharmacy offers, as well as the variety of ways in which dedicated professionals can make a difference to health care in the community, Pharmaceutical Society of Australia Victorian Branch President, Ben Marchant, said.
Roslyn Stewart (pictured above)from Broadford was awarded the Victorian Pharmacist Medal.
"During Roslyn's working life, she has helped advance the optimisation and standardisation of treatment regimens and been committed to improving mental health care," Marchant said.
Brighton's Kay Dunkley (pictured above right) received the Victorian Excellence Award.
"During the more than 20 years Kay has committed to caring for patients, she has also been a leader in ensuring the health and wellbeing of her peers," Marchant said, presenting the award.
Dr Amanda Cross (pictured below) of Albanvale was named Early Career Pharmacist of the Year.
"While Amanda is still in the early years of her career as a pharmacist, she has already had a significant impact on medicine safety in Victoria, particularly in terms of protecting older people with cognitive impairment from medicine errors," Marchant said.
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