Our Practice Pharmacists – Supporting Your Health and Medicines
At Quay Lane Surgery, our Clinical Pharmacists play a vital role in helping patients manage their medications safely and effectively. They work closely with our GPs and nursing team to ensure that your treatment is tailored to your individual needs.
Nicola Stephens – Clinical Pharmacist
Nicola is based at the surgery on Tuesdays and Fridays.
- On Tuesdays, she offers telephone consultations for medication reviews and queries.
- On Fridays, she provides face-to-face appointments at the surgery.
Nicola can support you with:
- Reviewing your medications to ensure they are safe and effective
- Advising on side effects, interactions, and dosage adjustments
- Helping you understand how and when to take your medicines
- Supporting management of long-term conditions such as asthma, diabetes, and high blood pressure
Thiviya Balakumar – Clinical Pharmacist (Remote)
Thiviya works remotely and offers telephone appointments to patients. She provides expert advice on medication-related queries and supports the practice in reviewing prescriptions and ensuring safe prescribing.
What Is a Clinical Pharmacist in General Practice?
Clinical Pharmacists are highly trained healthcare professionals who specialise in medicines and their use. In general practice, they work as part of the wider clinical team to:
- Conduct structured medication reviews
- Help patients manage long-term conditions
- Provide advice on side effects, interactions, and alternative treatments
- Ensure prescriptions are safe, appropriate, and cost-effective
- Support patients following hospital discharge or changes in treatment
Their expertise helps improve patient safety, reduce medication errors, and ensure that patients get the most benefit from their treatment.