CONGRESS


Delegates get the chance to relax and network.


Coordinator for the international Pharmaceutical Students’ Federation at the University of Colorado, USA, who chaired sessions at this year’s Congress.


‘In the future, it is likely that we can really maximise therapeutic effect, while minimising potential risks, harms and side effects. There are many novel research discoveries and breakthroughs being made in this area and I think for pharmacists and the pharma healthcare force to step into the future as precision pharmacotherapy experts, we should be leading the implementation and validation of advancements made in this arena.’


SMART PHARMACY


Another key focus of the conference was ‘smart pharmacy’. Technological advances are changing the face of health care. Web-based technologies are advancing particularly rapidly and providing new avenues for gathering and sharing information. To keep on track, pharmacists need to be up-to- date with the latest advances and technologies available to them. They also need to make sure they know how to use them and that they can provide appropriate advice to patients.


Ms Liu and Ms Yi co-chaired a session at the Congress entitled ‘Smart learning: Dynamic integration of technology into education’, which focused on the technological advances that can improve the education of pharmacists and the healthcare they provide.


‘By delving into the evidence behind emerging mobile and e-health technologies,’ Ms Liu continued, ‘this may lead us to find a way to teach healthcare professions and students to better critically evaluate these new tech tools, in order to help patients make better, informed decisions on


which are the most effective and validated.’


Despite the obvious difficulties created by the political tension in the region, the Congress organisers were delighted by the positive feedback received from the attendees and, needless to say, Dr John McAnaw, Chair of the Scottish Pharmacy Board of the RPS, is delighted that his home town will be the next host of this globally-recognised event.


‘Hosting the FIP World Congress here in Scotland is just fantastic,’ he old SP, ‘and it will provide many of our researchers and practitioners from industry, hospital and community sectors across Scotland and the UK with an opportunity to tell the world about the great work they are doing.


‘The themes of the Congress harness science and practice equally well, and emphasise the strong link between the two for pharmacy, and I believe this will help ensure there is something for everyone at the Congress.


‘Not only will delegates be able to hear, learn from or question those people presenting on the platforms, but I hope the amazing networking opportunity with colleagues from around the world that’s available over the five days will give them something to take back to the bench, bedside or practice when they leave. I want people to inspire and to be inspired, as there is much to learn from how people do things in other countries around the world.


‘I encourage everyone to consider going to the FIP World Congress in Glasgow next year, and my message to those visiting my home town for the first time (or returning) I can assure you of a warm welcome and the best of times.


‘See you there in 2018!’ •


Dr Sander Borgsteede, Pharmacist at Health Base and SIR Institute for Pharmacy Practice and Policy at Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, addresses the congress.


Professor Ross McKinnon, Foundation Director of the Flinders Centre for Innovation in Cancer at Flinders Medical Centre.


STUDENT VOLUNTEERS WANTED! Did you miss out on volunteering at the Olympics in London in 2012? Do you


know Glasgow inside out? Are you keen on meeting people from across the globe? Do you want to gain experience in how to support events?


The RPS is looking for a number of MPharm students to help with meeting and greeting attendees at the registration desk, and assisting delegates and photographers.


In return you get the opportunity to attend an international world congress and network with world leaders in pharmacy at the welcome reception and closing dinner. You will also receive up to £50 a day to cover your costs and loads of conference goodies.


To find out more please see the FIP Glasgow 2018 webpage: www.rpharms.com/fip2018


If you would like to discuss this opportunity in more detail, please phone RPS in Scotland on 0131 524 2008 or email aileen.bryson@rpharms.com.


Applications close on 23 October 2017. Interviews will take place in November.


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