Viatris Sponsored Session: Independent Prescribing Uncovered: Real world insights from practicing pharmacists
This forum will matter deeply to pharmacists wishing to progress their practice, especially those entering independent prescribing or clinical-facing roles. The forum seeks to give real-world insight, reassurance and direction at a pivotal moment in a pharmacist’s career.
Our Panel consists of: Darshan Negandhi (Senior Clinical Pharmacist and trainer), Ishaq Goga: Lead Clinical Pharmacist, Lead Clinical Mentor Greater Manchester IP Pathfinder Programme, Noma Al-Ahmad (Pharmacy Educator, MD – Propharmace)
- By the end of this session, attendees should be able to:
- Understand common challenges and opportunities in pharmacy practice
- Gain confidence in transitioning from student to clinician
- Learn how IPs build confidence, structure, and decision-making processes
- Identify realistic strategies for clinical integration, supervision, and self-reflection
- Increasing scope of practice

