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19
FEB
2018
Alison Van Wyk receives Honorary Membership of Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand
Alison Van Wyk receives Honorary Membership of Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand
The National Executive of the Pharmaceutical Society of New Zealand Inc. (PSNZ) has announced the award of Honorary Membership of the Society to Alison Van Wyk, Group Manager, Professional Services at Green Cross Health. This is the highest Award the Society can make to a non-pharmacist and have only acknowledged 21 recipients to date.

“Alison is passionate about the profession of pharmacy and expanding the role of the pharmacist in the health care team” says Graeme Smith, President of PSNZ. “Her professionalism, work ethic and integrity make her a fitting person to be recognised as an honorary member of PSNZ. She has significantly advanced the practice of community pharmacy in New Zealand and is widely respected both in this country and overseas”.

Alison has worked in the pharmaceutical sector in New Zealand since 1999. In 2010 she assumed the role of Executive, Professional Services for Pharmacybrands, now Green Cross Health. In 2016 Alison was appointed Group Manager Professional Services by Green Cross Health operating across both the pharmacy and medical divisions. Alison has championed the establishment of a number of new professional services for pharmacists including vaccinations and the recent reclassification of selected oral contraceptives for supply by accredited pharmacists.

“Alison has made an outstanding contribution to the industry bodies and groups she participates in, as well as her leadership role at Green Cross Health” says Grant Bai, CEO, Medical and Pharmacy, Green Cross Health. “She is committed to driving easier access to the best quality health care in every New Zealand community and always works in the best interests of patients and pharmacy. Alison holds the highest standards of professionalism and we are very proud to see her achievements and dedication recognised by the pharmacy profession.”

Contact:

Debbie Yardley |Communications


+64 21 470 773 | debbie.yardley@greencrosshealth.co.nz

Green Cross Health

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