This article was sponsored and developed in collaboration with PSA and Carers NSW[/caption]
However, pharmacists may perceive medication errors or non-adherence as a carer’s inability to fulfil this role,
Now a PhD candidate, former Sudanese refugee and NSW Pharmacist of the Year 
David North OAM
NSW Early Career Pharmacist of the Year Lily Pham
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