Lead Medicines Information and Sustainability Technician
Company
EAST KENT HOSPITALS UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION
Position
Lead Medicines Information and Sustainability Technician
Biography
Sam Coombes is a highly experienced hospital-based Pharmacy Technician with over 20 years in the field. Currently the Lead Medicines Information and Sustainability Technician at East Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust, Sam has a strong background in implementing large-scale quality improvement initiatives within healthcare settings. With more than five years of dedicated experience in sustainability, Sam has successfully led significant single-use plastic reduction efforts across two major hospital trusts. A winner of multiple awards related to sustainability, their expertise and commitment to environmental sustainability have positioned them as a leader in the field, culminating in now implementing and heading the largest inhaler recycling project in the UK. A recognized speaker at national conferences, Sam is passionate about driving innovation while advancing sustainable healthcare practices. Their work continues to shape environmentally responsible approaches within the NHS.