C+D celebrated the talents and hard work of those at the leading edge of community pharmacy at its second annual C+D Awards on June 17.Fifty four shortlisted pharmacists, technicians, support staff and pre-reg graduates joined guests at the event held in association with the NPA at the Grosvenor House Hotel in Park Lane, London.
Michael Maguire of FI Maguire (Marton Pharmacy) in Middlesbrough was named Community Pharmacist of the Year. Mr Maguire impressed the judges with his passion and focus, which led to him being invited to join a PCT working group to set up a funded cardiovascular risk assessment service.Also included in the 15 winners was New Pharmacist of the Year James Wood of Sheffield’s Wicker Pharmacy. The judges praised Mr Wood’s early involvement in the profession as “truly inspiring”.
For more information about the winners as well as pictures of the night go to www.chemistanddruggist.co.uk/awards