GPhC inspection success at SRH Outpatient Pharmacy

Posted by: karin.bond at 11:38 am on May 13th, 2025

We’re pleased to share that the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) recently carried out an unannounced inspection of the Sunderland Royal Hospital (SRH) outpatient pharmacy—and the results were excellent!

What went well:

· All standards were met across five key areas: governance, staffing, premises, services, and equipment.

· The pharmacy was praised for being safe, clean, and well-organised, with clear roles and responsibilities for staff.

· Medicines were found to be stored and handled safely, and services were easily accessible to patients.

· The inspection highlighted a strong culture of openness, learning, and professionalism.

Special recognition: The inspection team gave outstanding feedback about some of our team members—especially the Dispensary Manager, whose leadership and dedication were clearly recognised.

A team effort: This successful inspection reflects the hard work, professionalism, and commitment of the entire pharmacy team. Thank you for continuing to deliver high-quality care and service to our patients every day.