105 Lamia Samrin-Balch: Unraveling the Journey of a Paediatric Pharmacist: Challenges, Evolution, and Aspirations

<p>Join me on this week’s podcast episode to hear the intriguing journey of Lamia Samrin, a dedicated paediatric pharmacist at Great Ormond Street Hospital, as she unfolds her passion for paediatrics and pharmacy. From being captivated by pharmacy as a university student, to leading a team in a hospital setting, Lamia&#39;s story is filled with inspiration and determination. She also reflects on her early career days at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, or as known then, St Mary&#39;s Hospital, in London that laid the foundation for her career in hospital pharmacy.</p> <p><br></p> <p>The conversation takes an interesting turn as we dive into the realities of pharmacy residency. Hear how Lamia, with her perseverance, managed to strike a delicate balance between her demanding job and personal life amidst shift work. She shares her experiences making a successful leap into the specialist area of cncology despite initial hesitations, shedding light on the struggle of balancing job loyalty and professional growth. The emotional turbulence associated with leaving a job is also candidly discussed. </p> <p><br></p> <p>The ever-evolving landscape of pharmacy practices is also on the table. You&#39;ll get a scoop on how pharmacy is shifting from inpatient to outpatient services. Lamia sheds light on her experiences with electronic prescribing, its benefits and the challenges it brings. The intricacies in paediatric oncology pharmacy and how Lamia&#39;s role in NHS England intertwines with her work at Great Ormond Street are also discussed. In a high note, Lamia shares her aspirations of becoming the first paediatric oncology consultant pharmacist, emphasising on the importance of celebrating wins along the journey. Join us in this insight-packed episode that takes you behind the scenes of paediatric pharmacy.</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>PARTNERSHIPS:</strong></p> <p><a href="https://www.thenakedpharmacy.com/">The Naked Pharmacy</a> is offering my podcast listeners a 20% discount on all their products. Use discount code