CPPE: Pharmacy Conversations

• Sustainable healthcare in pharmacy with Nuala Hampson and Sharon Phleger

  In this episode of CPPE Pharmacy Conversations, hosts Hayley Berry and Alison Butt explore the crucial and evolving topic of sustainable healthcare with two expert guests: Nuala Hampson, lead pharmacist at the Centre for Sustainable Healthcare, and Sharon Phleger, consultant in pharmaceutical public health at NHS Highland.Nuala and Sharon bring extensive experience and passion for embedding sustainability into pharmacy practice. They reflect on their personal journeys into sustainable healthcare, emphasising the pivotal role pharmacy professionals play in addressing the environmental impacts of medicines and healthcare services.Listeners will gain insights into the five principles of sustainable healthcare—prevention, patient self-care and empowerment, lean service delivery, low-carbon alternatives, and sustainable resource use—and hear practical examples of how pharmacy professionals across all sectors can take meaningful action. From improving repeat prescribing systems to considering pharmaceutical pollution in our waterways, this episode provides both inspiration and actionable ideas.Whether you're new to sustainability or looking to deepen your practice, this conversation encourages pharmacy professionals to “put on their green goggles” and consider how everyday decisions can support both human and planetary health.Learning OutcomesBy the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:Explain the key principles of sustainable healthcare and their relevance to pharmacy practice.Analyse how current pharmacy practices contribute to environmental impacts and identify opportunities for improvement, such as reducing medicines waste or promoting shared decision-making.Propose actionable strategies for integrating sustainability into personal pharmacy practice, tailored to different healthcare settings.ResourcesGeneral awareness Heal our planet All our health - climate change All our health - air pollution Education and training on Environmental sustainable healthcare programme Sustainable healthcare courses - Centre for sustainable healthcare Sustainable leadership for greener health and care programme CPPE environmental sustainability learning gateway ToolkitsHospital Community Pharmacy General Practice Organisations/networks Centre for sustainable healthcare Pharmacy declares Greener PCPA Environmental linksOur health breakthrough partnership (OHBP) homepage Broadening the perspective on reducing pharmaceutical residues in the environmentEnvironmentally informed pharmaceutical prescribing in Scotland

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• Advancing your practice through education with Reena Sharma and Sarah Evans

  In this episode of CPPE Pharmacy Conversations, hosts Jo Lane and Hayley Berry are joined by Reena Sharma, CPPE Education Supervisor in Yorkshire and Humber, and Sarah Evans, Senior Learning Development Pharmacy Technician at CPPE. Together, they discuss how pharmacy professionals can advance their practice through education and self-development, using tools such as the four pillars of practice and credentialing frameworks.Reena shares her experiences supporting pharmacists involved in the RPS Advanced Credentialing process and explains how the process builds a high-quality portfolio mapped against national standards. Sarah reflects on her own journey as a pharmacy technician, highlighting how curiosity, mentorship, and informal learning opportunities have shaped her career in education. She also introduces a new CPPE poster resource designed to help pharmacy technicians unlock their potential.Listeners will explore how the four pillars of practice—clinical, leadership, education, and research—are relevant to all pharmacy roles, and how existing CPPE pathways and programmes can support professional development. The episode also provides guidance on engaging with education roles, regardless of job title, and demystifies entry points into research and mentorship.Learning outcomesBy the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:Describe the structure and purpose of the four pillars of practice and how they support professional development for both pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Reflect on how to identify learning needs, build a professional development plan, and map existing work to national frameworks such as the RPS Advanced Credentialing curriculum. Evaluate the role of mentorship, networking, and informal education opportunities in progressing toward roles in education, leadership, and research within pharmacy. ResourcesCPPE Advancing your role in education pathwayCPPE Frameworks for the RPS core advanced curriculumCPPE Getting started with research: focus on finding your placeCPPE Learning gateway for researchCPPE and PWDS Four pillars of practice for pharmacy techniciansRoyal Pharmaceutical Society, RPS core advanced pharmacist curriculumThe Association of Pharmacy Technicians UK (APTUK)

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• Exploring the Chief Pharmaceutical Officer's clinical fellowship with Sadie Pinkney and Rahul Singal

  In this inspiring episode of CPPE Pharmacy Conversations, hosts Jo Lane and Hayley Berry are joined by Sadie Pinkney, CPPE’s current Chief Pharmaceutical Officer’s Clinical Fellow, and Rahul Singal, one of the first pharmacy professionals to take up the fellowship back in 2015 and now Chief Pharmacy and Medicines Information Officer at NHS England.Together, they discuss the Chief Pharmaceutical Officer’s Clinical Fellowship scheme—a prestigious, year-long leadership development programme designed to equip pharmacy professionals with the skills and networks to influence national healthcare policy and service delivery.Sadie and Rahul offer candid insights into their experiences as fellows, including the opportunities and challenges of stepping into high-profile national roles, the importance of mentorship and professional networks, and how the fellowship has shaped their careers and leadership capabilities.The episode also explores top tips for applying, the value of the fellowship within the wider context of pharmacy, and how it aligns with broader initiatives in inclusive leadership, talent development, and strategic thinking within the NHS.Whether you're curious about applying for a clinical fellowship or seeking to develop as a future leader in pharmacy, this episode offers both practical advice and motivational insights.Learning OutcomesBy the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:Describe the structure and purpose of the Chief Pharmaceutical Officer’s Clinical Fellowship and its role in developing leadership capabilities for pharmacy professionals.Reflect on the value of mentorship, networking, and national exposure in supporting personal and professional growth within pharmacy practice. Identify opportunities for leadership development and formulate an action plan for engaging with fellowship schemes or related initiatives, using tools such as the NHS Talent Management Toolkit. ResourcesCPPE leading for change programmeChief Pharmaceutical Officer’s pharmacy leaders development programmeFaculty of Medical Leadership and Management Chief Pharmaceutical Officer’s Clinical Fellow SchemeNHS England, Talent management resource tool

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• The digital future of pharmacy with Oliver Savage and Jordan Reynolds

  In this episode of CPPE Pharmacy Conversations, hosts Hayley Berry and Jo Lane explore how digital health and technology are transforming pharmacy practice. Joining them are Oliver Savage, an Advanced Clinical Pharmacist in Electronic Medicines Management at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, and Jordan Reynolds, Lead Pharmacy Technician for EPMA and Pharmacy IT Systems at Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust.Together, they discuss how electronic prescribing, AI-driven decision support, automation, and interoperability are reshaping pharmacy services, improving patient safety, efficiency, and healthcare delivery. They also share insights into emerging innovations such as robotic process automation, AI-powered medicine reviews, and virtual health solutions.Listeners will gain a practical understanding of the digital transformation in pharmacy, including how to develop essential digital skills, overcome implementation challenges, and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving landscape.If you’re a pharmacy professional keen to integrate digital tools into your clinical practice, enhance the care of people through technology, or explore career opportunities in digital pharmacy, this episode provides valuable insights and expert guidance.Learning OutcomesBy the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:Explain the role of digital health in improving pharmacy practice, including how electronic prescribing, automation, and AI enhance efficiency and patient safety. Evaluate the challenges and barriers to integrating digital health solutions in pharmacy and propose strategies to overcome resistance to change, ensure interoperability, and improve training in digital systems. Develop a personal action plan for building digital health skills, including exploring formal training opportunities, networking with digital pharmacy professionals, and engaging with technology-driven projects in the workplace. ResourcesCPPE How digital technology can transform care e-learningDigital Health Rewired conferenceHealthcare Conferences UK, Optimising electronicprescribing & medicines administration (ePMA) in hospitals conferenceHealth Innovation Yorkshire and Humber, Digital ambassadorprogrammeHealth Innovation Network NENC e-prescribing masterclassNHS digital academyYouTube, Generative AI in a nutshellAustralian self-directed CBT

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• Mental health and difficult conversations with Ami Hale and Graham Newton

  In this episode, hosts Jo Lane and Hayley Berry are joined by Ami Hale, a mental health pharmacist at Sussex Partnership Foundation Trust, and Graham Newton, Lead Pharmacist for Education and Training at Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust. Together, they delve into the vital and sometimes challenging topic of mental health in pharmacy practice.The discussion explores the complexities of having difficult conversations with patients, particularly around suicide, medicines optimisation and deprescribing in mental health. Ami and Graham share their experiences and insights on how pharmacy professionals can navigate sensitive discussions with empathy, confidence and professionalism.If you’re a pharmacy professional looking to enhance your confidence in mental health consultations, or considering a career in mental health pharmacy, this episode provides valuable insights and expert guidance.Learning outcomesBy the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:Demonstrate active listening and effective communication skills when engaging in difficult conversations with patients about mental health, including discussions around suicide and deprescribing. Evaluate the role of pharmacy professionals in supporting patients with mental health conditions, including risk assessment, safeguarding and signposting to appropriate services. Develop a reflective approach to managing emotionally challenging conversations, recognising personal limitations and implementing strategies to maintain professional wellbeing while supporting patients effectively.Resources mentionedCPPE’s Mental health learning gateway for links to a variety of resourcesCPPE, Shared decision making e-courseNHS England Workforce Training and Education, We need to talk about suicide e-learningNICE guideline [NG22], Depression in adults: treatment and management – RecommendationsRoyal College of Psychiatrists, Stopping antidepressantsZero Suicide Alliance, ZSA Suicide Awareness Training

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