We are pleased to welcome Rebekah (Bex), a pharmacist based in Invercargill, as the speaker for our upcoming Southland Branch meeting. Her presentation, Dentistry and Diabetes, will explore the most commonly prescribed diabetes medications in New Zealand and their relevance to dental practice.
Learning outcomes: By the end of the session, attendees will be able to: Identify common diabetes medications and their implications for dental treatment Recognise when sick day management advice is appropriate and how to support patients Make informed decisions when prescribing for patients with diabetes Improve collaboration with pharmacists for safer, more effective patient care
Rebekah is a registered pharmacist who has worked across community, hospital, and general practice settings. Originally from Wellington, she studied in Dunedin and has been based in Invercargill since 2011. She brings a broad and practical perspective to medication management in the primary care setting.
