WELCOME MESSAGE

Welcome to the 33rd Singapore Pharmacy Congress (SPC)!

The 33rd SPC will be held on the 5 & 6 October 2024 at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, Singapore. This year’s theme, “Interlacing Health: Weaving the Future of Pharmacy,” emphasises our multifaceted roles as pharmacists and the synergy required between us, other healthcare professionals, and industry partners to weave a seamless fabric of the healthcare continuum, ensuring optimal service delivery, population health, and sustainability.

As Singapore and the rest of the world face a demographic shift towards super-ageing societies, we are seeing an increase in the burden of care and a surge in healthcare costs. These challenges call for further collaboration and the development of transdisciplinary skills. This year’s congress focuses on empowering pharmacists with practices in person-centred value-based care and leveraging on digitalisation, automation, and artificial intelligence to address tomorrow’s healthcare challenges by co-creating innovative solutions today.

Furthermore, we are broadening our impact by launching an inaugural hackathon and hosting innovative pre-congress workshops, as well as collaborating with international and local leaders for meaningful scientific exchanges. At the same time, the congress upholds its tradition of offering inspiring and diverse sessions on the latest in pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical sciences while also providing great opportunities for networking and social interaction.

We look forward to your presence at the 33rd Singapore Pharmacy Congress!

Mr Kevin Ben Laurence
Chairperson, 33rd SPC

Dr Vivianne Shih
President, Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore

ORGANISING COMMITTEE

Kevin Ben Laurence

Chairperson

Ng Tat Ming

Scientific Chairperson

Lum Zheng Kang

Abstract Chairperson

Juliati

Sponsorship Chairperson

Cheryl Tan

Logistics Chairperson

Lim Hong Yee

SPC Ex-officio

Sponsors

PROGRAMME

Day 1


Date: 27 September 2024, Friday

Venue: Living Lab@Cocoon, Alexandra Hospital

Day 2 


Date: 28 September 2024, Saturday

Venue: Alice Lee Innovation Centre of Excellence, Singapore General Hospital Campus​

REGISTRATION

SMOKING CESSATION Workshop: Rising From the Ashes of the Vaping Pandemic


Date: 26 September 2024, Thursday, 14:00–17:00 SGT

Venue: Kallang Polyclinic Conference Room, Level 4

Embark on an immersive journey in this tailor-made workshop for healthcare professionals navigating the challenges of smoking cessation and vaping in Singapore. Led by renowned experts, this workshop unveils the complexities of the vaping landscape and offers evidence-based insights into vaping's health implications.

Designed specifically for practicing healthcare professionals, this workshop introduces dynamic strategies to combat vaping, especially among the youth. Participants will acquire practical tools to craft impactful smoking cessation programs, ensuring a hands-on approach to addressing this critical issue.

More than a discussion, this workshop is a call to action. Uncover the secrets of smoking cessation success and stay updated with invaluable resources that empower you to be a catalyst for a healthier population. Prepare to rise from the ashes and leave a lasting impact in the fight against the vaping pandemic!

How to Say “No” to Your Boss and Get Away With It


Date: 28 September 2024, Saturday, 9:00–12:00 SGT

Venue: A.L.I.C.E. @ SGH
Outram Community Hospital, 10 Hospital Boulevard, #02-02, Singapore 168582

Have you ever faced a situation where you felt you want to say no to your boss but felt unable to so? Often this task can be rather daunting and stressful, especially in the early part of one’s career. In the 2020 national survey among Singapore’s patient care pharmacists and technicians, the perception of lack of control and autonomy over work was identified as a significant factor for burnout, being almost two times higher in the burnout group than in the non-burnout group.

In this workshop, participants get to share their dilemmas in tackling such difficult conversations and also acquire quick tips in the art of managing the task of saying no to their boss to achieve effective collaboration through role-play in their small teams.

Pharmacokinetic Recharge – Upskilling for Peak Performance


Date: 28 September 2024, Saturday, 9:00–12:00 SGT

Venue: NUS Pharmacy Practice Skills Hub (S4 Level 2)

This workshop teaches fundamental pharmacokinetic (PK) concepts related to drug clearance, volume of distribution and bioavailability. Participants will learn the application of the concepts, based on problem-based pedagogy, in groups guided by trained facilitators. At the end of the workshop, participants are expected to be ‘recharged’ with refreshed knowledge in PK concepts and empowered to identify and solve real-world clinical pharmacy problems.

Geri 101 for Pharmacists


Date: 30 September 2024, Monday, 18:00–20:00 SGT

Venue: Seminar Room (Level 1), Geriatric Education & Research Institute (GERI), 2 Yishun Central 2 S768024

In this pre-congress workshop, we will go through how pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic parameters can be affected by normal changes in physiology because of the ageing process or diseases that are common among the elderly population. We will review common geriatric syndromes and discuss issues relating to frailty and sarcopenia. Finally, case study discussion will be conducted to give our participants an interactive and immersive learning experience.

Rx Rumble: BUILDING PERSON-CENTRED MED STRATEGIES FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH OUTCOMES


Date: 4 October 2024, Friday, 9:00–13:00 SGT

Venue: Kallang Polyclinic Conference Room, Level 4

Join us for an immersive workshop that transcends traditional boundaries. Let’s dive into the heart of healthcare transformation, where pharmacists take centre stage. Revolutionise your practice and learn to move beyond routine medication management. Discover the power of comprehensive medication management in optimising patient outcomes. Understand the philosophy of person-centred care and explore implementation and evaluation strategies. Connect with like-minded pharmacists and be part of shaping the future of healthcare.

REIMAGINING THE ROLE OF THE PHARMACY TECHNICIAN(open to pharmacy technicians only)


Date: 1 October 2024, Tuesday, 17:30–20:30 SGT

Venue: NCC Building, NCCS Lecture Theatre, Level 1, 30 Hospital Boulevard, Singapore 168583

We introduce novel oncology therapies, including cancer immunotherapy and the clinical support role of pharmacy technicians. Participants will gain insights on the vital role of pharmacy technicians in driving innovations in practice, as well as learn how to improve productivity and gain better job satisfaction through robotic process automation.

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Track A: Achieving Value-Based Healthcare and Health
(Grand Ballroom, Level 4)

This track will examine and explore the current challenges in healthcare and health in rapidly super-ageing societies. Innovative care models, practices, policies and partnerships will also be presented. Look forward to insightful and inspiring discussions as we aim to achieve value for the population we serve.

Track B: Interlacing Health through Digitisation and Technology
(Galleria Ballroom, Level 3)

Digitalisation and technology provide the critical mesosystem for us to achieve value for our patients, clients, organisation and society more effectively. Technology not only improves lives but also brings disruptions which could hamper our efforts in achieving health together as populations. In this track, we will not only learn about technological advancements but also discuss how we can bridge the man and machine gaps so we can better strengthen the fabric of health together.

Track C: Pushing Frontiers in Practice, Therapy, and Science
(Riverfront Ballroom, Level 2)

Medical and pharmaceutical advancements are foundational in our pursuit to enhance human and health potential. In this track, we will bring together expert practitioners to share with us the latest developments and controversies in pharmacotherapy. We will also feature innovative scientists that push the frontiers of pharmaceutical sciences and beyond.

Track D: Igniting and Developing Our Enterprise for Health
(Waterfront Ballroom, Level 2)

Building an effective workforce and developing leaders is key to building an enterprise to facilitate the attainment of health goals within our societies. We will invite key leaders in our pharmaceutical industry, healthcare organisations and beyond to share their insights on future challenges in health and healthcare. In addition, they will share their individual and organisational journeys, offering solutions for our future. Prepare to be ignited!
Time (GMT+8) Programme
From 07:30

Registration
08:30–09:15

BREAKFAST SYMPOSIUM 1: ECZEMA IN PHARMACEUTICAL PRACTICE

Galleria Ballroom, Level 3

Dr Lucinda Siyun Tan, Senior Consultant, National Skin Centre

Moderator: Dr Pu Yuxi, Senior Clinical Pharmacist, IHH Healthcare

BREAKFAST SYMPOSIUM 2: NATIONAL PHARMACY RESIDENCY RESEARCH PROJECT PRESENTATION ​

Riverfront Ballroom, Level 2

Moderator: Dr Grace Chang, Principal Clinical Pharmacist (Specialist), Khoo Teck Puat Hospital ​

  1. USE OF NEWS, NEWS2, MEWS AND SIRS SCORING TOOLS TO PREDICT ICU ADMISSION AMONG SURGICAL PATIENTS WITH SEPSIS ​

    July 2023 Intake R1 Resident: Dr Benson Siow, Senior Clinical Pharmacist, Singapore General Hospital

  2. A QUALITY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT TO IMPROVE THE PREVALENCE OF APPROPRIATELY PRESCRIBED CHOICE OF ANTIBIOTICS IN AN AMBULATORY ONCOLOGY CENTRE

    July 2022 Intake R2 Oncology Resident: Dr Cindy Yue Xin Chew, Principal Clinical Pharmacist, National Cancer Centre, Singapore

  3. IN VITRO ANTIBIOTIC COMBINATION TESTING-GUIDED THERAPY VERSUS STANDARD CARE FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFECTIONS CAUSED BY PSEUDOMONAS AERUGINOSA WITH DIFFICULT-TO-TREAT RESISTANCE ​

    July 2023 Intake R2 Infectious Diseases Resident: Dr Toh Jing Heng, Senior Pharmacist (Clinical), Khoo Teck Puat Hospital

BREAKFAST SYMPOSIUM 3: ADVANCING THE HEALTH ENTERPRISE THROUGH PHARMACY EDUCATION

Waterfront Ballroom, Level 2

Moderator: A/Prof Yau Wai Ping, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, National University of Singapore

  1. NEW ROLES IN PROFESSIONAL PHARMACEUTICAL PRACTICE: GLOBAL EXPERIENCE

    Dr Lars-Åke Söderlund, Vice President, The FIP Bureau, The International Pharmaceutical Federation

  2. PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY GROWTH: IMPACT OF EDUCATION AND ACADEMIA-INDUSTRY LINKAGE IN INDIA AND ASIA

    Dr T V Narayana, President, Indian Pharmaceutical Association
09:15–09:45

Breakfast and Poster Viewing*

*Delegates to be seated by 09:45.
10:00 -10:35

Opening address by Guest of Honour

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

Professor Kenneth Mak, Director-General of Health, Ministry of Health, Singapore
10:35-11:00

Opening Ceremony and PSS Awards Ceremony

Grand Ballroom, Level 4
11:00–12:00

Keynote Lecture: Interlacing Health, Weaving the future of pharmacy

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

Professor Tracey Thornley, Professor of Health Policy, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom

Moderator: Dr Ng Tat Ming, Scientific Chairperson, 33rd SPC

12:00–12:30

Lunch Break
12:30–13:30

LUNCH SYMPOSIUM 1: A PHARMACIST’S ROLE IN NICOTINE CESSATION EFFORTS

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

Moderator: Dr Nishant Garodia, Medical Affairs Manager, Asia Pacific Region, Kenvue, Singapore

THE SCIENCE OF ADDICTION: UNDERSTANDING AND CONQUERING NICOTINE DEPENDENCE

Dr Lambert Low, Senior Consultant, National Addictions Management Service (NAMS); Chief of Addiction Medicine Department, Institute of Mental Health (IMH)

ORAL HEALTH IN SMOKERS: A PHARMACIST’S ROLE IN CESSATION EFFORTS

Dr Ashita Bhatia, Associate Director, Medical and Safety Sciences, Asia Pacific R&D, Kenvue Inc.

LUNCH SYMPOSIUM 2: BREATHING EASY: MASTERING ASTHMA MANAGEMENT

Galleria Ballroom, Level 3

Dr Alvin Lo, Consultant, Respiratory Medicine and Intensive Care Medicine, Woodlands Health​

Moderator: Dr Ong Kheng Yong, Principal Pharmacist, Singapore General Hospital

Track C: SPC Oral Presentations

Riverfront Ballroom, Level 2
13:30–15:15

Track A1: Value-Based Pharmacy Practice for Population Health Outcomes

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

Moderator: Professor Jamie Hayes, Director, Welsh Medicines Resource Centre, NHS Wales

  1. Role and Value of Collaborative Prescribing Practitioners in Singapore

    A/Prof Priscilla How, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy, National University of Singapore; Principal Clinical Pharmacist, Department of Medicine (Nephrology), National University Hospital

  2. Community and Hospital Pharmacy Collaborative – Pharmacists as Certified Health Providers in Thailand’s Universal Health Coverage System

    A/Prof Surakit Nathisuwan, Dean, Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Mahidol University, Thailand

  3. Pre-operation Diabetes Care in the Community: A Public–Private Partnership

    Dr Suditi Muttu, Clinical Research Coordinator, Anaesthesia, National University Hospital

  4. THE PHARMACIST'S ROLE IN THE PROVISION OF VALUE-BASED PHARMACEUTICAL CARE: PERSPECTIVES FROM INDIA

    Dr Praveen Devanandan, Head, Pharmacy Practice, St Peter's Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Track B1: UPSKILLING THE PHARMACY WORKFORCE IN THE AGE OF DIGITALISATION

Galleria Ballroom, Level 3

Moderator: Ms Ng Ning, Executive, Artificial Intelligence Office, SingHealth


  1. ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION AS PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS FOR THE BUSY PHARMACIST

    Ms Boey Theng Hiang, Senior Pharmacist, Division of Pharmacy, Tan Tock Seng Hospital
    Mr Steven Wenzheng Liu, Pharmacy Technician Executive, Division of Pharmacy, Tan Tock Seng Hospital

  2. Embracing Automation and Upskilling for Streamlined Pharmacy Operations

    Mr Vincent See, Senior Pharmacist, Woodlands Health

  3. SKILLSETS FOR PHARMACY TO NAVIGATE IN THROUGH THE ERA OF DIGITALISATION

    Mr Franky, Principal Pharmacist, Institute of Mental Health, Singapore

  4. LEARNING STRATEGY FOR PHARMACY STUDENTS AND ITS RELEVANCE IN THE AGE OF DIGITALISATION

    Dr Jayapal Show Reddy Thumma, Chairman & Director, St Peter’s Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences

TRACK C1: ECOPHARM: COLLABORATIVE PATHS TO SUSTAINABLE HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS​

Riverfront Ballroom, Level 2

Moderator: Ms Deborah Chia, Principal Clinical Pharmacist, National University Hospital

  1. REDUCING THE CARBON FOOTPRINT OF PHARMACEUTICALS: WHO IS RESPONSIBLE?​

    Dr Amanda Zain, Deputy Director, Centre for Sustainable Medicine, National University of Singapore​

  2. EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES: ADVANCING HEALTHCARE SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH OUTREACH, EDUCATION, AND PROFESSIONAL ENGAGEMENT ​

    Ms Anne Hui Ting Neo, Senior Pharmacist, Tan Tock Seng Hospital

  3. SUSTAINABILITY IN PHARMACY PRACTICE: COLLABORATIONS AND INNOVATIONS​

    Ms Oh Chu Xian, Founder & CEO, Magorium Pte Ltd ​

TRACK D1: PHARMACY TECHNICIAN SYMPOSIUM

Waterfront Ballroom, Level 2

Moderator: Ms Low Ying You, Senior Pharmacy Technician Executive, Tan Tock Seng Hospital
Ms Angela Cheah, Pharmacy Technician Executive, National Cancer Centre Singapore

  1. ENHANCING CANCER CARE: THE VITAL ROLE OF PHARMACY TECHNICIANS AND INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY IN ONCOLOGY

    Mr Ang Wei Chang, Pharmacy Technician Executive, Oncology Pharmacy, National Cancer Centre Singapore

  2. KEY INITIATIVES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF PHARMACY TECHNICIANS​

    Ms Hooi Pik Yee, Head, Pharmacy, Alexandra Hospital

  3. SUSTAINABILITY IN HEALTHCARE – SG GREEN PHARMA ​

    Ms Loh Chee Pheng, Senior Pharmacist, Outpatient Pharmacy, KK Women's and Children's Hospital​

  4. SUSTAINING THE PHARMACY WORKFORCE – CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS ​

    Ms Abigail Tan, Pharmacy Technician Executive, KK Women's and Children's Hospital

  5. PHARMACY TECHNICIAN ORAL ABSTRACT COMPETITION
15:15–15:45

Tea Break and Poster Viewing
15:45–16:45

Plenary Lecture 1: Forging Ahead with Professional Excellence and Resilience

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

A/Prof Camilla Ming Lee Wong, Chief Pharmacist, Chief Pharmacist’s Office, Ministry of Health, Singapore

Moderator: Dr Vivianne Shih, President, Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore

16:45–17:45

TRACK A2: A FIRESIDE CHAT – THE POWER OF COMMUNITY: DELIVERING VALUE-BASED CARE FOR HEALTHIER LIVES

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

Dr Wee Xue Ting, Founder & CEO, iRx Clinical Pharmacy
Dr Lim Chien Chuan, Advisory Panel, i-Care PCN, Singapore
Ms Ng Woei Kian, Assistant Director of Nursing (Community Health), National Healthcare Group (NHG) Population Health Campus (PHC)

Moderator: Dr Khee Giat Yeng, Senior Principal Clinical Pharmacist, Singapore General Hospital

TRACK B2: CHANGING ACCESS TO HEALTH AND HEALTHCARE THROUGH DIGITALISATION

Galleria Ballroom, Level 3

Moderator: Mr Desmond Teo, Data Analyst, Vigilance and Compliance Branch, Health Sciences Authority

PRESCRIPTION MEDICATION LABEL IMPROVEMENT FOR THE SINGAPOREAN ELDERLY (PROMISE)

A/Prof Rahul Malhotra, Deputy Director and Head of Research, Centre for Ageing Research and Education Duke-NUS Medical School, Singapore

POTENTIAL BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY APPLICATIONS IN HEALTH: A ROBUST, TAMPER-PROOF SYSTEM

Mr Prasanth Movva, Assistant Director, SingHealth AI Office

TRACK C2: ADDRESSING GAPS IN INFLUENZA & PNEUMOCOCCAL VACCINATION IN SG: HOW CAN PHARMACISTS HELP?

Riverfront Ballroom, Level 2

Moderator: Ms Grace Chew, Principal Pharmacist, Pharmacy, Guardian Health & Beauty

ADDRESSING GAPS IN INFLUENZA & PNEUMOCOCCAL VACCINATIONS IN SINGAPORE

A/Prof Barnaby Young, Senior Consultant, National Centre for Infectious Diseases

EMPOWERING PHARMACISTS: THE COMMUNITY PHARMACIST–LED INFLUENZA VACCINATION SERVICE

Ms Carolyn Chan, Senior Pharmacist, Unity Pharmacy, FairPrice Group

TRACK D2: PANEL DISCUSSION: MEETING THE GLOBAL CHALLENGES IN THE PHARMACY WORKFORCE CAPACITY AND SKILLS FOR THE FUTURE – AN ASEAN PERSPECTIVE​

Waterfront Ballroom, Level 2

Prof Dr Aleth Therese L. Dacanay, President, Philippine Pharmacists Association, Inc.
Dr Suvit Teerakulchon, Vice President, The Pharmacy Council of Thailand
Dr Lucia Rizka Andalucia, Director General, Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices, Ministry of Health of Republic of Indonesia
A/Prof Camilla Ming Lee Wong, Chief Pharmacist, Chief Pharmacist's Office, Ministry of Health Singapore

Moderator: Ms Lim Hong Yee, Director of Pharmacy, Tan Tock Seng Hospital

18:00–20:00

COCKTAIL RECEPTION

Veranda 2 & 3, Level 2

REGISTRATION
Time (GMT+8) Programme
From 07:30

Registration
08:30–09:15

BREAKFAST SYMPOSIUM 5: PRECISION MEDICINE SYMPOSIUM

Riverfront Ballroom, Level 2

Moderator: A/Prof Doreen Tan, Associate Professor and Cardiology Specialist, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, National University of Singapore

PHARMACOGENOMICS IMPLEMENTATION IN SINGHEALTH

Dr Wong Pei Shieen, Senior Principal Clinical Pharmacist, Singapore General Hospital

PHARMACOGENOMICS IN PRIMARY CARE

Mr Marvin Sim, Senior Clinical Pharmacist, National University Health System (NUHS) Pharmacy

SGHackitRx Finals

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

HOW MIGHT WE CREATE DIGITAL TOOLS OR PLATFORMS THAT EMPOWER HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS TO ENGAGE IN ADVANCED CARE PLANNING CONVERSATIONS TO ACHIEVE GOAL-CONCORDANT CARE?

Group 4 – SimplePLAN

A WAY TO IMPROVE VISUAL, HEARING AND COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT IN ELDERLY BREAST CANCER PATIENTS TO IMPROVE TREATMENT COMPLIANCE AND OUTCOMES

Group 13 – Missy Bot 1.0

HOW CAN WE REDUCE THE MANPOWER DEMANDS OF FRONTLINE PHARMACY COUNSELLING IN ORDER TO PRESERVE BANDWIDTH FOR THE MORE COMPLEX NEEDS OF OUR AGEING SOCIETY WHILE DELIVERING PERSONALISED CARE?

Group 19 – RALPH

SGHackitRx Finals

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

HOW MIGHT WE CREATE DIGITAL TOOLS OR PLATFORMS THAT EMPOWER HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS TO ENGAGE IN ADVANCED CARE PLANNING CONVERSATIONS TO ACHIEVE GOAL-CONCORDANT CARE?

Group 4 – SimplePLAN

A WAY TO IMPROVE VISUAL, HEARING AND COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT IN ELDERLY BREAST CANCER PATIENTS TO IMPROVE TREATMENT COMPLIANCE AND OUTCOMES

Group 13 – Missy Bot 1.0

HOW CAN WE REDUCE THE MANPOWER DEMANDS OF FRONTLINE PHARMACY COUNSELLING IN ORDER TO PRESERVE BANDWIDTH FOR THE MORE COMPLEX NEEDS OF OUR AGEING SOCIETY WHILE DELIVERING PERSONALISED CARE?

Group 19 – RALPH
08:30–09:30

Breakfast and Poster Viewing*

*Delegates to be seated by 09:30.

09:30–10:30

Plenary Lecture 2: Applications of AI in Drug Discovery and Therapeutics

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

Professor Dean Ho, Provost’s Chair Professor, National University of Singapore

Moderator: Dr Jasmine Ong, Principal Clinical Pharmacist, Singapore General Hospital

10:30–12:00

Track A3: "TECH" It Away! – Bringing Healthcare Home

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

Hospital at Home: Singapore versus UK

Moderator: Dr Lai Yi Feng, Acting Deputy Director, Ministry of Health Office for Healthcare Transformation, Singapore

  1. Advancing Pharmaceutical Care: A UK Hospital-at-Home Perspective 

    Mr Alisdair Jones, Advanced Pharmacist, Virtual Wards, Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust, United Kingdom

  2. Implementation of MIC@home Care Model 

    Dr Valerie Yun Ting Ng, Senior Manager, Integrated General Hospital, Ministry of Health Office for Healthcare Transformation, Singapore

  3. Beyond Hospital Walls: Redefining Pharmaceutical Care with NUHS@Home Care Model

    Dr Stephanie Ko, Consultant, Division of Advanced Internal Medicine, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital

TRACK B3: AI in Pharmacy

Galleria Ballroom, Level 3

Moderator: Ms Sharon Mei Ching Yeo, Senior Pharmacist, Pharmacy Informatics, Tan Tock Seng Hospital​

  1. AI WELLNESS SCAN IN COMMUNITY PHARMACIES

    Mr Philip Chiu, Head of Professional Service, Professional Service Team, Mannings – DFI Retail Group, Hong Kong

  2. AI AND PREDICTION MODELS

    Ms Sarah Tang, Specialist Pharmacist, Singapore General Hospital

  3. CHARTING THE FUTURE: EXPLORING AI’S POTENTIAL TO REDEFINE PHARMACY SERVICES

    Dr Goh Han Leong, Senior Principal Specialist, Data Analytics and AI, Synapxe

Track C3: Pushing Frontiers in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Riverfront Ballroom, Level 2

Moderator: A/Prof Giorgia Pastorin, Head of Department, Department of Pharmacy, National University of Singapore

  1. Pharmacokinetic Modelling to Predict Clinical Trial Outcomes

    Dr Janice Goh, Senior Scientist, Bioinformatics Institute, A*STAR

  2. UNLOCKING THERAPEUTIC POTENTIAL: HARNESSING GENOMIC AND PROTEOMIC ANALYSES IN CANCER DRUG DISCOVERY

    A/Prof Dr Mai Chun Wai, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, UCSI University, Malaysia

  3. Liposomal Drug Delivery Systems: Design Promise and Clinical Realities

    A/Prof Matthias G. Wacker, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, National University of Singapore

TRACK D3: FIRESIDE CHAT: ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN PHARMACY – WHY AND HOW?

Waterfront Ballroom, Level 2

Professor Jamie Hayes, Director, Welsh Medicines Resource Centre, NHS Wales
Mr Winthrop Wong, Director, Wellchem Pharmaceuticals Pte Ltd, Singapore
Dr Tan Poh Leng, Founder, CEO & Director, PharLyfe+ Pte Ltd, Singapore

Moderator: Professor Jamie Hayes, Director, Welsh Medicines Resource Centre, NHS Wales
11:45–12:15

Lunch Break
12:15–13:00

LUNCH SYMPOSIUM 4: CARDIAC BIOMARKERS: TO MEASURE OR NOT TO MEASURE? NAVIGATING THE CLINICAL STRATEGY TOWARDS A STRONG HEART

Galleria Ballroom, Level 3
(by invitation only; joint session with the Heart Failure Society [Singapore])

  1. Dr Tan Chong Keat, Consultant Cardiologist, Tan Tock Seng Hospital
    Mr Ang Junhao, Senior Pharmacist, Tan Tock Seng Hospital

Moderator: Ms Saw Yashi, Principal Clinical Pharmacist, National University Hospital​

LUNCH SYMPOSIUM 5: THE ROLE OF AMBULATORY DEVICES IN ANTIMICROBIAL TREATMENT

Riverfront Ballroom, Level 2

  1. Dr Lim Tze Peng, Senior Principal Pharmacist Researcher, Singapore General Hospital

Moderator: Dr Narendran Koomanan, Principal Clinical Pharmacist, Singapore General Hospital

LUNCH SYMPOSIUM 6: ACNE – UPDATES IN MANAGEMENT

Waterfront Ballroom, Level 2

  1. Dr Tan Hiok Hee, Medical Director and Senior Consultant Dermatologist, Thomson Specialist Skin Clinic

Moderator: Ms Grace Chew, Principal Pharmacist, Pharmacy, Guardian Health & Beauty​
13:00–14:30

Track A4: Driving Value-Based Healthcare Through Guidelines, Policies, and Regulations

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

Moderator: A/Prof Wee Hwee Lin, Director, Center for Health Intervention and Policy Evaluation Research, Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore

  1. Choosing Wisely – Bending the Cost Curve One Patient at a Time

    A/Prof Hairil Rizal Abdullah, Director, Office of Value Driven Care, SingHealth, Singapore

  2. HTA's Integral Role in Driving Value-Based Healthcare Excellence: Strategies, Impact, and Implications

    Mr Mohamed Ismail Abdul Aziz, Lead Specialist (Economic Modeling and Outcomes Evaluation), Agency of Care Effectiveness

TRACK B4: STRENGTHENING OUR SUPPLY CHAIN – PEOPLE AND TECH

Galleria Ballroom, Level 3

Moderator: Dr Lou Huei-Xin, Advisor, Chief Pharmacist's Office, Ministry of Health Singapore

  1. SUPPLY CHAIN DIGITALISATION

    Ms May Chew, Chief Information Officer, IT, Alps Pte Ltd, Singapore

  2. HEALTHCARE SUPPLY CHAIN RESILIENCE IN ASIA PACIFIC

    Mr Jerry Zhang, Senior Director, Supply Chain & Procurement, Becton Dickinson

  3. PHARMACISTS' VITAL ROLE IN GLOBAL DRUG SUPPLY CLIMATE

    Dr Lou Huei-Xin, Advisor, Chief Pharmacist's Office, Ministry of Health Singapore

TRACK C4: PUSHING FRONTIERS OF OUR CLINICAL PRACTICE FOR SUPER-AGEING SOCIETIES

Riverfront Ballroom, Level 2

Moderator: Ms Wendy Ang, Specialist Pharmacist, Changi General Hospital​

  1. Geriatric Emergency Medicine: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment in the Emergency Department

    Ms Selina Cheong, Principal Pharmacist (Specialist), Tan Tock Seng Hospital

  2. HEALTHCARE CHALLENGES IN SUPER-AGEING SOCIETIES, INNOVATIVE CARE MODELS, SOLUTIONS AND POTENTIAL PARTNERSHIPS

    Dr Santhosh Kumar Seetharaman, Head & Senior Consultant, Healthy Ageing Programme (Age Better), Alexandra Hospital

  3. PROVIDING CARE FOR PALLIATIVE PATIENTS & THEIR FAMILIES – UNIQUE CHALLENGES, OPPORTUNITIES & WHERE WE FIT IN

    Mr Jonathan Koh, Senior Pharmacist, Yishun Community Hospital​

TRACK D4: FIRESIDE CHAT: INSPIRATIONAL MOMENTS – WHY I DO WHAT I DO

Waterfront Ballroom, Level 2

Mr Roman Lester Rosales, Head of Pharmacy, Pharmacy Practice, Guardian Health & Beauty, Singapore
A/Prof Doreen Tan, Associate Professor and Cardiology Specialist, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, National University of Singapore
Mr James Cheong, Ex-CEO, George Clinical 

Moderator: Ms Ng Hong Yen, Chief Pharmacist and Specialist Pharmacist (Oncology) – Division of Pharmacy, Singapore General Hospital

14:30–15:00

Tea Break and Poster Viewing
15:00–16:00

Plenary Lecture 3: Net Zero for Healthcare – Dream or Reality?

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

Professor Nick Watts, Director, Centre for Sustainable Medicine, National University of Singapore
Moderator: Ms Anne Hui Ting Neo, Senior Pharmacist, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore

16:00–16:20

NATIONAL PHARMACY RESIDENCY GRADUATION CEREMONY

Grand Ballroom, Level 4
16:20–16:45

AWARD PRESENTATION FOR POSTER AND ORAL ABSTRACT COMPETITION

Grand Ballroom, Level 4
16:45–17:00

LUCKY DRAW

Grand Ballroom, Level 4
17:00–17:15

Closing Ceremony

Grand Ballroom, Level 4

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IMPORTANT DATES

17 June 2024
23:59 hours (GMT +8)		 Abstract submission closes
30 June 2024
23:59 hours (GMT +8)		 Early bird registration ends
 Deadline for presenting authors to register for the congress
22 July 2024 Abstract outcome notification
31 August 2024
23:59 hours (GMT +8)		 Deadline for submission of e-posters
5 October 2024 Onsite competition