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Supporting WA pharmacists since 1892. PSWA drives pharmacy research, practice and innovation to improve the health of Western Australians. Join today!

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30/07/2026

The University of Western Australia is inviting registered pharmacists, intern pharmacists and pharmacy students to participate in a survey exploring perspectives on working in Voluntary Assisted Dying.

Survey link: https://uwa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_81vKP7Aez5TsGGy

Please consider completing the survey or sharing it within your professional network.

27/07/2026

Meet the Team

Behind every event, grant, award and initiative is a dedicated team of Board and Sub-committee members whose leadership, expertise and commitment help shape PSWA’s work.

We’re proud to introduce the people helping support the pharmacy profession across Western Australia.

15/07/2026

Past recipient Deirdre Criddle shares how the J M O’Hara Research Fund Grant helped turn an idea into reality, the value of connecting with experienced researchers and why she’s grateful this funding exists for WA pharmacists.

Applications for the 2026 J M O’Hara Research Fund Grant close at 9am on Monday 28 July. Up to $50,000 is available to support WA-based pharmacy research.

Learn more at pswa.org.au

13/07/2026

Applications are open for our J M O’Hara Research Fund Grant.

Members, check your inbox for a Q&A with 2023 grant recipient Dr Andrew Stafford on his research journey and what the J M O’Hara Research Fund Grant made possible.

Find out more and apply at pswa.org.au. Applications close 9am, 28 July 2026

01/07/2026

One of the best things about PSWA events is the opportunity to connect with pharmacists at every stage of their career.

It was wonderful to hear from the early career pharmacists and students who attended Innovation Night and learn what they enjoyed most about the evening.

Whether you’re looking to expand your network, explore new career opportunities or simply meet others in the profession, PSWA events are a welcoming place to start.

We hope to see you at a future event.

26/06/2026

📢 Pharmacists for Prostate Cancer Support

Following his own prostatectomy three years ago, WA pharmacist Jeff Leach has become increasingly aware of the lasting impact prostate cancer can have on quality of life and mental health.

Jeff is looking to establish a pharmacists’ group focused on supporting men affected by prostate cancer and strengthening awareness of PSA testing as a life-saving tool.

As highly accessible healthcare professionals, we are well placed to promote PSA awareness, guide patients through treatment side effects and connect men with appropriate support services including exercise programs.

Interested in being involved? Please contact Jeff Leach via [email protected]

24/06/2026

At Innovation Night 2026, we had the privilege of speaking further with Jeff Hughes and Deirdre Criddle about the journeys behind their innovations.

Both stories began with recognising a problem or unmet need and a determination to improve outcomes for patients. While the path wasn’t always straightforward, they adapted, persevered and continued to push for change.

Their experiences are a powerful reminder that innovation often starts with identifying a need and having the curiosity, resilience and persistence to pursue a better solution.

22/06/2026

Innovation Night 2026 ✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us at this year’s Innovation Night.

This year we had three pharmacists who shared their unique journey of innovation. Bo Youn Kim spoke about her journey to becoming a women’s health pharmacist specialising in menopause care. Deirdre Criddle shared her experience as a complex care coordinator pharmacist, advocating and researching for systems to reduce medication related harm and readmissions to hospital in high risk patients. Jeff Hughes detailed his journey from identifying a vulnerable group of patients with dementia, unable to communicate their pain, which led to the development of PainChek, an app using facial AI tools and a checklist to identify patient pain.

Thank you to our incredible speakers for sharing your knowledge, experiences and passion. It was a wonderful night celebrating the innovation happening within our profession.

17/06/2026

We are beyond grateful for our three amazing speakers at our Innovation Night. Thank you to Bo Youn Kim, Deirdre Criddle and Jeff Hughes for your time, passion and inspiration. We appreciated you sharing your experiences honestly, with warmth and approachability, leaving everyone feeling energised and inspired to keep innovating in our industry.

16/06/2026

We had the absolute pleasure of hearing from Bo Youn Kim, who explained how she became a pharmacist specialising in menopause, leading her to open her own clinic to see women. She’s been largely supported by Amanda Bryce from Gerald Burns Pharmacy throughout this journey.

For those wanting to specialise in this area too, Bo had plenty of advice, plus an exciting announcement: a pharmacist specific course is coming soon!

Thank you for your insights, Bo 💛

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