This article, written by Sidhesh Phaldessai, provides an overview of geriatric psychopharmacology, including the epidemiology of mental health disorders in the older population, the physiological changes that occur with ageing and their impact on pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, and the use of psychotropic medications in older adults
Popcorn Panel: Got a question about your pharmacist recertification?
Popcorn Panel: Got a question about your pharmacist recertification?
Hey pharmacists, got a question about your recertification requirements? Bring it next Wednesday night. The Health Media and the Pharmacy Council are holding a joint Popcorn Panel on Wednesday, 7 July, at 7pm.
So, grab some popcorn and hit the couch; Next week's topic is pertinent to all pharmacists – the new recertification requirements.
Join Pharmacy Today | Kaitiaki Rongoā o te Wā editor Ruth Brown, Pharmacy Council qualifications and competence assurance manager Jane Moginie and panellists for an hour on Zoom as we chat about the new professional development package, and take questions from the audience.
For this webinar we will look at how to ease the path to gaining registration under the new framework, and common hurdles along the way. Jane Moginie will answer audience questions and provide guidance on the various stages of learning.
Our panellists, Natalia Nu’u, a pharmacist in Auckland and treasurer of the Pacific Pharmacists’ Association, and Stu Walker, a community pharmacist from Christchurch, will share their learning progress along the way.
The Popcorn Panels are free to attend but it is necessary to register here.
So, remember to bring your questions and concerns on Wednesday, 7 July at 7pm on Zoom.
See you there