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The Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada Hires Vice President, Pharmacy Affairs
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TORONTO, Feb. 2, 2021 /CNW/ - The Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada (Neighbourhood Pharmacies) is delighted to welcome Dr. Shelita Dattani as Vice President of Pharmacy Affairs.
Shelita Dattaniimage (CNW Group/Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada) I m so pleased Shelita has become part of the leadership at Neighbourhood Pharmacies, says Sandra Hanna, Neighbourhood Pharmacies CEO. Shelita s expertise, experience, and dedication to all aspects of pharmacy make her an ideal member of the Association s executive team. With Shelita on board, we re poised for achievement in our advocacy, thought leadership and in supporting pharmacy throughout COVID-19.
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