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Motion · S6M-07776 · 2 Feb 2023

Ayrshire Nurse Wins Award for Parkinson’s Medication Breakthrough

Lodged by Sharon Dowey Standard Motion 33 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Ayr’s Nick Bryden on being awarded the "Parkinson’s Advanced MasterClass 42" project accolade by the Neurology Academy; notes that Nick is a specialist nurse at Biggart Hospital in Prestwick, treating patients with Parkinson’s disease; understands that Nick received the award for his recent work, which helps to keep track of patients’ medication needs; further understands that Nick’s project was titled "improving timely medication access for people with Parkinson’s in hospital through combined use of electronic records and education"; acknowledges that Nick’s work helps to reduce staff time by establishing a patient's medication needs and ensuring that patients receive the best treatment tailored for them; understands that Nick’s extensive reporting systems have combined the work between the Parkinson’s team and general wards, with a better understanding of Parkinson’s medication; further understands that it is hoped that Nick’s project will be introduced across the country’s NHS boards; considers this to be an outstanding achievement, demonstrating Nick’s commitment to his role, and wishes him well in his future endeavours.

Supporters (33)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.