169 Grace Barnes
In this special episode for World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week, we welcome Dr. Grace Barnes, a specialty registrar in Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, for an insightful discussion about her journey in medicine and her work in microbiology. Grace shares her path from studying medicine at Oxford University to her current role, including her formative experiences during medical electives in Australia and Hong Kong that sparked her interest in global health. She offers a fascinating glimpse into her daily work as a microbiologist, explaining how she bridges the gap between laboratory science and clinical care while collaborating with biomedical scientists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to manage complex infections.
The conversation explores the crucial role of multidisciplinary teamwork in treating antibiotic-resistant infections, with Grace highlighting specific examples of how collaboration between microbiologists and pharmacists leads to better patient outcomes. She discusses the differences between working in teaching hospitals versus district general hospitals, and shares her perspectives on the future challenges in microbiology, including antimicrobial resistance, climate change impacts, and global health considerations. The episode emphasises the importance of continued learning and adaptation in the field of infectious diseases, while showcasing the valuable intersection of clinical expertise, laboratory science, and pharmaceutical knowledge in modern healthcare.
Grace's enthusiasm for teaching and quality improvement shines through as she discusses her goals for the future, including her desire to contribute to global health initiatives and develop innovative approaches to combat antimicrobial resistance. This episode provides valuable insights into the specialised world of clinical microbiology and infectious diseases, while highlighting the critical importance of collaborative healthcare in addressing modern medical challenges.
5 key takeaways from the episode:
Microbiologists are vital bridges between lab science and patient care, helping teams interpret results and optimise treatments for resistant infections.
Healthcare works best when different experts collaborate - pharmacists, microbiologists, and clinicians each bring essential knowledge to patient care.
Global healthcare experience shapes practice - Grace's work in Australia and Hong Kong revealed different approaches to teamwork and antibiotic use.
Major future challenges include antimicrobial resistance, climate change impacts, and global travel effects on infection spread.
Modern medical training combines clinical work, lab expertise, research and global health to create well-rounded specialists.
HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT LIFE OUTSIDE THE TRADITIONAL 9-5?
Are you a pharmacist dreaming of:
- Working on your own terms?
- Achieving location independence?
- Building financial freedom? I've been there.
That's why I'm sharing my journey from traditional 9-5 pharmacist to creating a life of freedom and fulfillment. In this weekly newsletter, I'll be opening up about my transition to unconventional pharmacy, practical tips for working on your own terms, strategies for financial independence, and our family's adventures in homeschooling and world travel.
Ready to reimagine what's possible in your pharmacy career and life? Sign up 👉 HERE!
HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT STARTING A PODCAST?
Sign up to our FREE community called Behind The Mic! We are excited to engage with you and provide you with the support & guidance you need to get started.
Register here: https://behindthemic.circle.so/checkout/basic-membership
SIGN UP to my NEWSLETTER below so you’ll be the first to know when new episodes are being released. You’ll also receive regular inspiration, tips, tools, and free content.
https://pharmacistdiaries.ck.page/newsletter
PARTNERSHIPS and DISCOUNTS:
The Naked Pharmacy is offering my podcast listeners a 20% discount on all their products. Use discount code PD20 at checkout to receive the offer.
https://www.thenakedpharmacy.com/
🎙️ Audiio: We used to spend (waste) ages looking for free royalty free music on the internet. If you’ve ever tried to find images, music or video that is unconditionally 100% free, you’ll know how difficult it is. We now use Audiio for all our music.
Use this link to get 70% off your first year of Audiio pro
🚀 Check out our Amazon storefront dedicated to podcasting gear! We will keep adding/reviewing the list but there’s a selection of microphones, audio interfaces, and more to help you elevate your podcasting game.
🛒 Explore Our Storefront Here
CONNECT WITH GRACE:
Linkedin: Grace Barnes
Donate to antibiotic guardians in Uganda as part of this series for World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW)
Follow me on My Website, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and/or Twitter. Feel free to subscribe to the podcast on your favourite podcast platform so you can be notified when a new episode is released or leave a review on apple podcasts. If you have any suggestions for guests you want me to talk to or if you’d like to come on yourself, please feel free to contact me via social media, or email at info@pharmacistdiaries.com.
