Associate Professor Sarah Dineen-Griffin shares her journey from community pharmacy to becoming a nationally and internationally recognised leader in pharmacist prescribing, research, and education.

Sarah is a registered pharmacist and Program Convenor of the Graduate Certificate in Pharmacist Prescribing at the University of Newcastle and has led the prescribing trials across NSW and ACT. Backed by $8 million in NSW Government funding, her research was to evaluate and implement expanding pharmacists’ scope to prescribe for common conditions, including UTIs, skin ailments, and contraception.

Sarah is Vice President of the Community Pharmacy Section Executive Committee of the International Pharmaceutical Federation and Director of the FIP Hub, driving global pharmacy innovation. Sarah was awarded the Beryl Nashar Alumni of the Year in 2024, and a Fellowship to the International Pharmaceutical Federation and Pharmaceutical Society of Australia in 2024.

What shaped her path?
It started early - working in community pharmacy at just 14 years old - and evolved into a career focused on improving access to care and helping pharmacists practise to their full potential.

What drives her work today?
A strong belief that evidence, collaboration, and patient safety must underpin any expansion of scope.

In this episode:

• How early pharmacy experience can shape long-term career direction
• Why research plays a critical role in policy and practice change
• The realities of pharmacist prescribing and expanded scope
• Building trust, collaboration, and safe models of care
• What Australia can learn from international pharmacy practice
• Addressing burnout and supporting the future workforce

From community pharmacy beginnings to influencing national and global practice, this episode highlights the impact pharmacists can have beyond traditional roles.

You can find Sarah Dineen-Griffin on LinkedIn.

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Glenn Angel, pharmacist and founder of Pharmacy Halo, shares how questioning everyday processes led him from community pharmacy into tech entrepreneurship.

What sparked the shift?

Not a grand plan but a simple question: “Why are we still doing it this way?”

What started as frustration with missed orders and paper-based systems became a drive to create smarter, more efficient solutions now used by pharmacies across Australia.

In this episode:

• Turning frontline challenges into scalable solutions
• Innovation beyond traditional pharmacy career paths
• The role of technology in improving pharmacy operations
• Why questioning “the way it’s always been done” matters

From community pharmacy to building national tech solutions, this episode highlights how diverse and dynamic a pharmacy career can be.

You can find Glenn Angel on LinkedIn.

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Explore the leadership journey of Prof Mark Naunton, National President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia, as he shares his perspective on the future of pharmacy in Australia.

From growing up in rural Tasmania to leading the profession at a national level, Mark reflects on the experiences that shaped his career and the lessons that continue to influence his leadership approach today. This episode dives into the evolving scope of pharmacy practice, workforce challenges, and the expanding role pharmacists play across the healthcare system.

Gain practical insights into leadership, career development, and how pharmacists can position themselves to contribute meaningfully to the future of the profession.

In this episode:

• Mark’s journey from rural Tasmania to national pharmacy leadership.
• Key influences that shaped his career and leadership philosophy.
• The evolving scope of practice, including prescribing and expanded clinical roles.
• Workforce challenges and opportunities across the Australian pharmacy sector.
• The role of the PSA in advocacy, education, and shaping the profession.
• How pharmacists can prepare for future career pathways and leadership roles.
• Practical advice on lifelong learning, adaptability, and professional growth.

This episode provides a compelling look at the human side of leadership and offers listeners a clearer understanding of how individual experiences can shape the future direction of an entire profession.

You can find Mark Naunton on LinkedIn.

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