Society appoints new head of practice
Sue Kilby: “great opportunity” |
Sue Kilby has been appointed head of practice within the Royal Pharmaceutical Society's Directorate of Practice and Quality Improvement. She succeeds Nigel Graham, who is
now full-time acting secretary of the
Society’s Scottish Department.
Mrs Kilby has worked as a pharmacist in community and hospital practice
and as a pharmaceutical adviser. She has also worked for several pharmaceutical
companies, holding positions in marketing, NHS relations and product
development. She has worked closely with the National Institute for Clinical
Excellence, the Department of Health, the National Patient Safety Agency
and a number of patient groups and professional bodies. Most recently
she has worked as a locum hospital pharmacist, involved in dispensary,
clinical and medicines management services.
As head of practice Mrs Kilby will assist in the development of pharmacy
in all sectors and advise the Government and other professional bodies
on the practice of pharmacy.
Speaking about her appointment, Mrs Kilby said: “With the current
changes in the NHS I see this as a great opportunity for the different
sectors of pharmacy to work together to provide seamless pharmaceutical
care which is patient focused and uses the pharmacist’s skills
and knowledge effectively.”
David Pruce, director of practice and quality improvement, said: “I
am pleased that Sue is joining the Society at this crucial and exciting
time for pharmacy. Her all-round experience and abilities will prove
invaluable.”
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The
Pharmaceutical Journal