We would like to say congratulations to Haider, one of our pre-registration pharmacists for the year. He was nominated as a runner up from all pre-registration pharmacists around the country. This is an excellent achievement. Here are comments from the chemist and druggist website
RUNNER UP HAIDER AL-SAFFAR
Thackers Pharmacy, Baguley, Wythenshawe, Manchester
During his pre-reg year, Haider created a community newsletter for Thackers Pharmacy to help patients manage their health. The newsletter contains articles on minor ailments and pharmacy services, aiming to give patients practical knowledge they can use in everyday situations. Since the newsletter was launched, many patients have commented on how useful they have found the service. Haider also tailored the newsletter to local needs, focusing on smoking cessation as New Year resolutions were made and including relevant product vouchers.
He continued his innovation by introducing a controlled drugs register system, which has resulted in a quicker and more accurate service. His enthusiastic approach has helped to build relationships in the community, as he regularly engages with local doctors and nurses to enhance his continuing professional development.
What the judges say: “Haider was refreshingly innovative in publishing a series of print and web-based newsletters. Linked into pharmacy clinical services, these were appreciated by patients. Carry on like this and Haider will be a great asset to our profession.”
