Queensland PSA Branch President, Shane MacDonald, presented awards in Surfer's Paradise on Saturday night to the awardees, including:
· Bridget Totterman MPS, Queensland Pharmacist of the Year (Bowl of Hygiea)
· Hannah Knowles MPS, Early Career Pharmacist of the Year
· Joshua Clements, James Dare Graduate of the Year
· Gilbert Yeates MPS, Gold Medal - Lifetime Achievement Award
Mr MacDonald said the awards recognised the outstanding contribution of the winners alongside the vital role pharmacists provided to communities throughout Queensland.
"These awards highlight the incredible talent that we have across the depth and breadth the of pharmacy profession in Queensland. The winners have truly embodied PSA's vision for the profession Pharmacists in 2023 and have all clearly demonstrated their contribution to the profession in Queensland."
"For example, Bridget has demonstrated leadership and drive for improvement in medicine safety and medicine management systems. Her role has fostered rapid translation and adoption of new protocols and digital initiatives across pharmacy and general practice, clearly demonstrated during the COVID pandemic."
PSA has also recognised the contribution of pharmacists who have been elevated to the honour of PSA Fellowship. This year both Joyce McSwan FPS and Beverly Glass FPS were conferred as PSA Fellows.
