Nadia Bukhari
Nadia Bukhari is a prominent pharmacist and academic in the field of pharmacy. She is recognized for her contributions to the profession, particularly in the areas of pharmacy education and pharmacy practice. Bukhari is the first female pharmacist of Pakistani origin to be awarded a Fellowship of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Bukhari was born and raised in Pakistan. She moved to the United Kingdom for her higher education. She completed her undergraduate degree in Pharmacy from the University of London. She then pursued her postgraduate studies in the same field, earning a PhD in Pharmacy Practice from the University of Nottingham.
Career[edit | edit source]
Bukhari began her career as a community pharmacist. She then transitioned into academia, joining the University College London (UCL) School of Pharmacy. At UCL, she has held various positions, including Senior Teaching Fellow and Pre-Registration Coordinator. Bukhari has also served as the National Lead for Pre-Registration Training at the British Pharmaceutical Students' Association (BPSA).
In addition to her academic roles, Bukhari is actively involved in professional pharmacy organizations. She is a Fellow of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society, a distinction that recognizes her significant contributions to the pharmacy profession. Bukhari is also a member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC), the regulatory body for pharmacists in the UK.
Contributions to Pharmacy[edit | edit source]
Bukhari's work in pharmacy education and practice has had a significant impact on the profession. She has developed innovative teaching methods and has been instrumental in shaping the pre-registration training for pharmacists in the UK. Bukhari has also contributed to the advancement of women in pharmacy through her research and advocacy work.
Awards and recognition[edit | edit source]
Bukhari's contributions to the field of pharmacy have been recognized with several awards. She was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society in 2018, making her the first female pharmacist of Pakistani origin to receive this honor. Bukhari has also been named one of the most influential women in pharmacy by the Pharmaceutical Journal.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Pharmacy in the United Kingdom
- Pharmacy education
- Royal Pharmaceutical Society
- University College London
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