Acne and Dermatology ( For Well Pharmacy Only)
This meeting has been organised by CliniLink Ltd and is supported through sponsorship. The sponsors listed were not involved in the development of the agenda or content of this meeting.
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WEBINAR
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO UK REGISTERED HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS ONLY
Location: Microsoft Teams
Event Agenda
| Time | Topic | Speaker |
|---|---|---|
| 19:00–19:05 | Welcome & Introduction | CliniLink |
| 19:05–19:20 | Rep Engagement Session | TBC |
| 19:20–20:20 | • Clinical Assessment and Classification of Acne (Face) | Dr Valeed Ghafoor |
| • Understanding Acne Pathophysiology and Contributing Factors | ||
| • Differentiating Mild, Moderate and Severe Acne | ||
| • Treatment Options in Primary Care | ||
| • Stepwise Treatment Escalation (Topical → Combination → Oral Therapy) | ||
| • Appropriate Use of Topical Retinoids, Benzoyl Peroxide and Antibiotics | ||
| • When to Consider Oral Antibiotics or Specialist Referral | ||
| • Patient Counselling: Treatment Expectations and Adherence | ||
| • Managing Side Effects and Supporting Long-Term Skin Care | ||
| • Case-Based Clinical Scenarios |
Meet the Speaker
Dr Valeed Ghafoor
MBChB, MRCGP, DRCOG, PGCert (CPME)Dr Valeed Ghafoor is an experienced GP, clinical leader, and healthcare innovator. He trained at the University of Manchester and has worked across acute medicine, mental health, sexual health, and HIV care.
As a GP partner and trainer, he leads a large practice of over 21,000 patients and has a special interest in workflow optimisation, skin health, and women’s health. He is also the founder of General Practice Specialists (Vallour), supporting practices to reduce administrative burden and improve patient care.
Alongside primary care, Dr Ghafoor provides private medical and aesthetic services, including skin checks, joint injections, and advanced facial aesthetics, ensuring safe, evidence-based and patient-centred care.