PSA24 - Pharmacy Shark Tank

Pharmacy Shark Tank

Tracks

Friday, August 2, 2024

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

C2.5 + C2.6

Details

One of the most popular sessions at the national conference is back in 2024. Pharmacy Shark Tank is back with a fresh range of innovative pitches to solve unmet clinical needs and advance patient care through pharmacy practice – across all settings! Whether it be a product, program process, technology or invention that hasn't been created – you will witness pitches from pharmacists who have thought big and take ideation a step closer to production! Only four finalists will be selected to present their concept or innovation to the 'Sharks' in front of you, our live audience at PSA24. Each finalist has 5 minutes to present their concept followed by 5 minutes of questions from the 'Sharks' and live audience – where you can ask the questions! The 'Sharks' will consist of our PSA Executive, industry leaders, strategists, and investors! Each 'Shark' will decide which pitch they choose to invest their money. And you get to vote on the People’s Choice award which will be announced, alongside the overall winner, before the session ends. Be inspired by the future of patient care. We will see you there! Learning objectives At the end of this session, participants will be able to: 1. Identify examples of innovations that address unmet clinical needs, solve an existing challenge related to health or patient care, or enhance the practice of pharmacy. Competency standards: 2.1, 4.3

Speakers

Hemant Verma

Co-Founder & Director

Aarian Health

Pitch 1

Biography

Aarian Health is an Australian digital health company with a purpose to transform healthcare experiences through human connection and tech-powered change. PharmacyDiabetes, from Aarian Health, is an AI-powered digital platform developed by a team of pharmacists, credentialled diabetes educators, accredited practising dietitians, individuals with lived experience of diabetes, and technology and commercial experts. It empowers pharmacists to seamlessly enhance diabetes care in-store, integrating into a multidisciplinary team while operating within their scope of practice. The AI capabilities ensure that pharmacists have access to the latest insights and personalised recommendations, optimising health outcomes. The following Aarian Health team will be presenting: • Dr Alan Barclay: Scientist, researcher, author, blogger, presenter, chef, and PhD-qualified dietitian. • Hemant Verma: Co-Founder& Director - Strategy and Commercial, Aarian Health. • Kirrily Chambers: Advanced Practice Pharmacist CDE, Adv Diploma Nut Pharm., Grad. Dip. App. Pharm. Prac. • Simmi Verma: Co-Founder & Director, Technology & Operations, Aarian Health.

Sunit Ruparelia Dr Adrian Sheen

Pitch 2

Biography

Dr Adrian Sheen is an Australian Family Doctor who has practised in Western Sydney, NSW since 1981. Dr Sheen is a Lecturer in General Practice at the University of Sydney and is actively involved in medical education both as a tutor and examiner. He regularly undertakes volunteer work promoting primary care in Fiji. "Doctors Action" was founded by Dr Sheen to support the ability of everyone to have a family doctor. In 2017, Dr Sheen launched mICE HEALTH, an iPhone medical record app for the 'Australian Health System'. The app can be downloaded from the App Store. He also promotes the use of magic in rehabilitation through David Copperfield's "Project Magic". Sunit Ruparelia has been a pharmacist serving the Western Sydney community for over 10 years. His commitment to patient care and innovative healthcare solutions has helped him merge these fields to enhance patient care and streamline pharmacy operations. Sunit's passion for integrating technology and healthcare aligns perfectly with Dr. Sheen's vision, making their collaboration natural and powerful.

Brent Bell

Chief Executive Officer

Hepatitis WA

Pitch 3

Biography

Strategic and innovative, Brent Bell is exploring new models for expanding community access to communicable disease screening and treatment. Career highlights include strategic roles with WA Dept of Health and Mental Health services, clinical governance, and operations management for remote medical services, and executive leadership in a private prison designed with a restorative justice framework to reduce reoffending. Brent’s current focus on chronic disease management and improving community access to care is creating sustainable changes in standards of practice.

John Bell

cinchPharmacy | UTS

Pitch 4

Biography

John Bell is a Practitioner/Teacher in the Graduate School of Health, University of Technology Sydney and has a community pharmacy practice in the eastern suburbs of Sydney. John is a former President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Australia (PSA), President of the Commonwealth Pharmacists Association (CPA) and Vice President of the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP). He is currently a member of the Global Pain Faculty and of the Global Respiratory Infection Partnership, an international multidisciplinary group established to address the issue of antibiotic resistance, and he is also an advisor to PSA’s Pharmacy Self Care Program, a consumer health information and pharmacist training program.

Bridget Totterman

National Board Director

PSA

Shark Number 1

Biography

Bridget is a registered pharmacist and community pharmacy owner with over 20 years’ experience in whole of pharmacy management including operations and frontline leadership. She is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD). Bridget is a director on the PSA National Board. She was awarded with the Bowl of Hygiea – QLD Pharmacist of the Year in 2020 for outstanding leadership and change management.

David Lai

Trade Marketing & Category Manager

Viatris

Shark Number 2

Biography

David Lai is the current Trade Marketing and Category Manager at Viatris with a demonstrated history in sales and marketing across multiple global pharmaceutical organisations. Originally a pharmacist from the University of Sydney, and still practicing, he has taken his passion for patient care and business management to pursue a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry.

Nick Foster

Chief Financial Officer

PSA

Shark Number 3

Biography

Nick is a finance professional with over 30 years experience helping businesses ensure the maximise profitability and remain financially viable. He has worked in a broad range of sectors during his career including professional services, manufacturing, financial services and higher education.