The RCSI MiniMed Open Lecture Series 2013/14 came to a pharmacy-themed conclusion on the 26 March with lectures by Professor Paul Gallagher and Matthew Lynch.

These talks covered the topics of ‘Potions, Lotions and Health Promotion - What can my pharmacist do for me?', as well as ‘Generic Medicines and Internet Pharmacies'.

Prof. Gallagher's lecture illustrates the role of the pharmacist in modern healthcare delivery and how pharmacists can make a make a valuable contribution to improving the health and well-being of the Irish people and their families.

Matthew Lynch discusses two topical issues in the world of pharmacy, which are the subjects of generic medicines and internet pharmacies. These pharmacy lectures ran parallel to a ‘brown bag' event at RCSI, where members of the public to bring their medication and supplements to an appointment with an RCSI pharmacist. This initiative was co-ordinated by Michelle Flood in the School of Pharmacy.

Watch the 'Potions, Lotions and Health Promotion - What can my Pharmacist do for me?' by Professor Paul Gallagher, Head of School of Pharmacy, RCSI and 'Generic Medicines and Internet Pharmacies' by Matthew Lynch, Lecturer in School of Pharmacy, RCSI below.

Watch the video here