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ScopeCast is Australasian Pharmacy’s new podcast series created in partnership with TerryWhite Chemmart to give listeners in Australia and New Zealand practical insights into how community pharmacists are delivering full-scope care.
In this episode, host Michelle Bou Samra, the Pharmacy Guild of Australia’s Scope of Practice Implementation Lead, turns the focus to clinical documentation. The conversation explores why strong documentation matters in pharmacist consultations, how it supports patient safety and continuity of care, and why good records are essential as pharmacists take on more advanced clinical roles.
Joining Michelle again are two experienced prescribing pharmacists from TerryWhite Chemmart: Kate Gunthorpe, who leads national full-scope implementation, and Peter Fairgray, a Brisbane community pharmacist recognised for his work in men’s health. Both also teach and mentor university students preparing for prescribing practice.
All episodes of ScopeCast are available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
For scope of practice professional support and training, visit the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia’s career and support page (https://www.psa.org.au/career-and-support/pharmacist-prescribing-training/).
13 May 2026
ScopeCast Episode 4: Acne
ScopeCast is Australasian Pharmacy’s new podcast series created with TerryWhite Chemmart to give listeners in Australia and New Zealand practical insights into how community pharmacists are delivering full-scope care.
Hosted by Michelle Bou Samra, The Pharmacy Guild of Australia’s Scope of Practice Implementation Lead, this episode looks at mild acne — a common condition seen in pharmacy every day. The discussion explores how pharmacists can assess acne, give clear advice, support patients with confidence, and, where authorised, prescribe treatment or refer when needed.
Joining Michelle again are two guests from TerryWhite Chemmart: Kate Gunthorpe, who leads full-scope implementation across Australia, and Peter Fairgray, a Brisbane community pharmacist known for his work in men’s health. Both also help train and support future prescribing pharmacists through their work with universities.
New episodes of ScopeCast are released every fortnight and are available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
For scope of practice professional support and training, visit the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia’s career and support page (https://www.psa.org.au/career-and-support/pharmacist-prescribing-training/).
30 Apr 2026
ScopeCast Episode 3: Vaccination
ScopeCast is Australasian Pharmacy’s podcast series created with TerryWhite Chemmart to give listeners across Australia and New Zealand practical, clinic-focused insights into how community pharmacists are delivering full-scope care.
Hosted by Michelle Bou Samra, The Pharmacy Guild of Australia’s Scope of Practice Implementation Lead, this episode focuses on vaccination beyond flu, with a practical discussion on how community pharmacy is expanding its role as a trusted immunisation provider, what safe delivery looks like in practice, and why this matters for public health and preventative care.
Joining Michelle are two expert guests from TerryWhite Chemmart: Kate Gunthorpe, who leads full-scope implementation nationwide, and Peter Fairgray, a Brisbane-based community pharmacist recognised for his leadership in men’s health. Both also work with universities to support and mentor the next generation of prescribing pharmacists.
ScopeCast episodes will be released fortnightly and are available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
For scope of practice professional support and training, visit the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia’s career and support page (https://www.psa.org.au/career-and-support/pharmacist-prescribing-training/).
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