How to Develop Specialist Clinical Pharmacists

How do we safely and effectively develop pharmacist specialists in diabetes? Why do we need specialist pharmacists in diabetes? How do specialist pharmacists find their niche in a crowded multidisciplinary team?  Where is this specialist resource best placed once we have developed it? This presentation will discuss these overarching issues drawing on experience of developing bridging roles between primary and secondary care with an aim to get diabetic patients the care they need, when and where they need it. Whether you are looking to potentially develop a business case for staff advancement or you are looking at a career path for yourself, this presentation should give you some insight into the benefits associated with these roles and will openly discuss some of the difficulties that may be encountered. This session aims to be interactive and will give the attendees a chance to ask questions.