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Want to know more about what’s happening in pharmacy education and training? Why not join us and listen to our new PSD Scotland Pharmacy Podcasts. Each series of podcasts will explore different areas of pharmacy education and incorporate insights from guests who are involved or undertaking educational roles within their practice. The Podcasts are hosted by our pharmacy team and each episode will provide helpful tips and guidance to support you within your practice.
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The PSD Scotland Pharmacy Podcast aims to provide you with developments and updates in pharmacy education as well as let you hear from various pharmacy teams members who are already contributing to education and training within their various roles in practice.
Episodes will appear here regularly.
My name is Elspeth Boxall, and I’m a Senior Educator with the PSD Scotland Pharmacy Postgraduate team.
I’ve been a pharmacist for more than 20 years, working primarily in hospital pharmacy. I have always had a keen interest in education and joined the pharmacy postgraduate education team in 2015, combining this with my continuing hospital practice.
Alongside my full‑time pharmacy role, I’m also a mum to two teenage boys, so I truly understand the need for flexible, accessible learning that fits into real life. That’s why I’m proud to help produce our podcast series to offer a new and engaging way to access education that supports busy professionals across Scotland.
We really hope that you find these podcasts useful. We are always looking for feedback to help develop the content that people find most interesting so please do let us know what you think through our feedback forms.
Wednesday May 20, 2026
Wednesday May 20, 2026
In this episode of the PSD Pharmacy Podcast, Elspeth is joined by Greg Logan, SPCLF Operational Lead, and Kristi Long, PSD Librarian, to explore the complexities of evaluating the Scottish Clinical Leadership Fellowship (SPCLF) programme. Together, they discuss why evaluation is crucial to understanding the programme’s impact, while also unpacking the challenges of measuring leadership development in practice.
The conversation delves into different evaluation approaches found in the published literature and considers how these can be applied or adapted to the SPCLF context. Greg and Kristi share insights on capturing meaningful outcomes and navigating the inherent difficulties of assessing long-term leadership growth.
They also reflect on what effective evaluation could mean for the future of the SPCLF programme, including how it can inform ongoing development, demonstrate value, and support continuous improvement. Whether you’re involved in leadership training, programme design, or simply interested in how impact is measured, this episode offers thoughtful perspectives and practical reflections on evaluation in a complex healthcare setting.
Access the EP5. Building Tomorrows Pharmacy Leaders. Evaluating Impact-Insights into work on Evaluation of the SPCLF programme on our website.
Resources
Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellows Website
SPCLF Recruitment | Scotland Deanery
PSD Scotland Pharmacy contact email - pharmacy@nes.scot.nhs.uk
Let us know what you think about our podcast series by completing the PSD Scotland Pharmacy Podcast Evaluation Form.
The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.
Wednesday Apr 29, 2026
Wednesday Apr 29, 2026
In this episode of the PSD Pharmacy Podcast, Elspeth is joined by Roisin Kavanagh Director of Pharmacy for Ayrshire and Arran and Laura Wilson Director for Scotland at The Royal College of Pharmacy to discuss the role of the host in the SPCLF programme. They explore what it means to support a SPCLF in practice, why organisations choose to be involved, and the value fellows bring through their leadership development, projects, and fresh perspectives. The conversation highlights the mutual benefits for hosts and fellows, the impact on services and teams, and key lessons learned from hosting the programme.
Whether you’re considering becoming a host organisation or want to understand the wider impact of SPCLF, this episode offers practical insights and reflections from those who champion the scheme from within their organisations
Access the EP4. Building Tomorrow’s Pharmacy Leaders: Insights from Organisations Hosting Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellows (SPCLF) - Laura Wilson and Roisin Kavanagh on our website.
Resources
Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellows Website
SPCLF Recruitment | Scotland Deanery
NES contact email - pharmacy@nes.scot.nhs.uk
Let us know what you think about our podcast series by completing the NES Pharmacy Podcast Evaluation Form.
The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
In this episode of the NES Pharmacy Podcast, Elspeth is joined by her peers from the current SPCLF cohort. Through their open discussion they share their experiences of being part of the SPCLF programme. They discuss what motivated them to apply, what they’ve found most valuable so far, and the challenges they’ve encountered along the way. The conversation explores how the programme is shaping their leadership thinking and practice in real time, as well as the personal and professional growth they’ve experienced.
Whether you’re considering applying to SPCLF or want to understand how the programme supports the development of future pharmacy leaders, this episode offers honest insights, practical reflections, and advice from those currently on the journey.
Access the EP3. Building Tomorrow’s Pharmacy Leaders: Building Tomorrow’s Pharmacy Leaders: Reflections from Current Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellows - Lisa Dunn, Niketa Platt and Rocio Toribio on our website.
Resources
Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellows Website
SPCLF Recruitment | Scotland Deanery
NES contact email - pharmacy@nes.scot.nhs.uk
Let us know what you think about our podcast series by completing the NES Pharmacy Podcast Evaluation Form.
The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
Wednesday Mar 18, 2026
In this episode of the NES Pharmacy Podcast, Elspeth speaks with former Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellows, Cara McKenzie and Niamh Morrison, as they share honest reflections on their fellowship journeys. They discuss what inspired them to apply, the challenges and transformative moments they experienced, and how SPCLF has shaped their careers and leadership practice. If you’re considering applying—or simply curious about the impact of the programme—this conversation offers real insight, inspiration, and practical advice from two leaders who’ve lived it.
Access the EP2. Building Tomorrow’s Pharmacy Leaders: Insights from previous Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellows - Cara McKenzie & Niamh Morrison on our website.
Resources
Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellows Website
SPCLF Recruitment | Scotland Deanery
NES contact email - pharmacy@nes.scot.nhs.uk
Let us know what you think about our podcast series by completing the NES Pharmacy Podcast Evaluation Form.
The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
Wednesday Mar 04, 2026
In this episode of the NES Pharmacy Podcast, Elspeth speaks with Leon Zlotos, Associate Postgraduate Pharmacy Dean and SPCLF Pharmacy Programme Lead, to explore the Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellowship (SPCLF). An immersive year‑long programme designed to develop future pharmacy leaders across NHS Scotland.
Leon outlines how the fellowship works, its interprofessional approach with medical and dental colleagues, the wide range of development activities offered, and the impact the programme has already had on leadership capacity. He also shares insights into the challenges, ongoing evolution, and how interested pharmacists or pharmacy technicians can get involved.
Access the EP1. Building Tomorrow’s Pharmacy Leaders: An overview of the Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellowship (SPCLF) (Leon Zlotos) on our website.
Resources
Scottish Pharmacy Clinical Leadership Fellows Website
SPCLF Recruitment | Scotland Deanery
NES contact email - pharmacy@nes.scot.nhs.uk
Let us know what you think about our podcast series by completing the NES Pharmacy Podcast Evaluation Form.
The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.
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Wednesday Feb 11, 2026
Wednesday Feb 11, 2026
Over the past 18 months, the NES Pharmacy Podcast has developed into a platform for sharing real experiences, practical insights, and timely updates from across the pharmacy profession in Scotland. In our latest episode, Elspeth Boxall and Peter Hamilton look back on the journey so far; exploring why the series began, the impact of bringing diverse voices to the mic, and how podcasts have become an accessible way to support learning on the go.
Whether you’re new to the series or revisiting key topics, this reflective conversation is the perfect way to reconnect with what’s been recorded over the last 18 months and what’s coming next.
Access the Reflecting on 18 Months of NES Pharmacy Podcasts - Elspeth Boxall and Peter Hamilton on our website.
Let us know what you think about our podcast series by completing the NES Pharmacy Podcast Evaluation Form.
The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
Wednesday Dec 03, 2025
In this episode, Elspeth speaks with Euan Davidson, a community and hospital pharmacist, to explore his journey through immersive simulation training in pharmacy practice. Euan shares candid reflections on his experiences as a delegate at various NES Pharmacy simulation events, including multidisciplinary scenarios and innovative formats like escape rooms. He discusses how simulation has helped him build practical skills, boost confidence, and learn from peers in a safe, supportive environment. Whether you’re new to simulation or looking to deepen your understanding, Euan’s insights highlight the unique benefits of hands-on learning and collaborative feedback through simulation in pharmacy education.
Access the EP3. Pharmacy Simulation - Learners in Simulation (Euan Davidson) on our website.
Resources
NES Pharmacy Simulation Turas page
Let us know what you think about our podcast series by completing the NES Pharmacy Podcast Evaluation Form.
The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.
Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
Wednesday Nov 05, 2025
In this second episode of our Pharmacy simulation podcast series, Joanna Garrod and Jennifer Allardyce from the NES Simulation Faculty share their career journey and involvement in national and local simulation programmes, including scenario development and faculty training. Learn how simulation differs from traditional teaching, how realism is ensured through quality-assured resources, and how learner feedback drives improvement.
Discover the benefits of joining the simulation faculty - from supporting learners at all stages to enhancing your professional development and advanced practice portfolio. If you're curious about getting involved, this episode offers practical first steps and inspiration.
Access the Ep2. Pharmacy Simulation - Simulation Faculty - Joanna Garrod and Jennifer Allardyce on our website on our website
Resources
NES Pharmacy Simulation Turas page
Let us know what you think about our podcast series by completing the NES Pharmacy Podcast Evaluation Form.
The information contained in this podcast is current at the point of publication, with no guarantee of future relevance.
