Exploring Public-Private Partnership in Pharmacy Practice: Challenges and Benefits

Feb 29, 2024

We are delighted to announce a compelling forum that will take place during the MPS Penang Area & MPS-Young Pharmacists Chapter (YPC) AGM 2024. Titled "Public-Private Partnership: The Challenges and Benefits," this forum promises to be an insightful exploration into the dynamics of collaboration among pharmacists from different backgrounds.

This forum aims to foster an in-depth understanding of public-private partnership (PPP) within the realm of pharmacy practice. It will explore the dynamics of collaboration among pharmacists from diverse backgrounds and sectors, shedding light on both the challenges and benefits associated with such partnerships.

Forum Overview:

Theme: Public-Private Partnership: The Challenges and Benefits

Moderator:

Ms. Gina Koay, MPS Council Member

Panelists:

Pn. Noraini Kadir, Timbalan Pengarah Kesihatan Negeri (Farmasi), Pulau Pinang
Mr. Andrew Tan, MPS Council Member, Advisory Member of Poison Board of Malaysia
Dr. Hoh Hon Bing, Co-Founder & Chief Medical Officer at TELEME Tech
Pn. Nirmala Devi, Head of Ambulatory Pharmacy Unit, Penang General Hospital

Topics of Discussion:

The commencement of Phase 1 of the Ubat@Komuniti Program in Penang.
Challenges faced by pharmacy practitioners amidst the continuously evolving healthcare landscape.
The impact of telehealth on pharmacy practice, exploring both its advantages and drawbacks, particularly for those in community pharmacy settings.
Key Steps to create an environment that promotes holistic care and a multidisciplinary approach to healthcare delivery.

Forum Details:

Date: 10th March 2024, Sunday
Time: 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Venue: Jazz Hotel Penang, 1, Jalan Seri Tg Pinang, Seri Tanjung Pinang, 10470 Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia (Hall: Louis Armstrong 1&2, Level 3)
To secure your spot, please register using the following link: Registration Link