Shaun Hockey

Shaun Hockey Managing Director, Medacy Overview: Shaun Hockey is the Managing Director of Medacy Ltd, a leading UK-based provider of specialist, pharmacist-led clinical services to the NHS. With a robust background in pharmacy operations, Shaun is a driving force behind healthcare innovation, dedicated to expanding the role of clinical pharmacists within primary care and improving patient outcomes. Leadership: Under Shaun’s leadership, Medacy has grown into a vital partner for over 350 GP practices, Primary Care Networks (PCNs), Clusters and Health Boards across the UK. He has spearheaded the development of bespoke medicines optimisation, remote clinical pharmacist solutions, and strategic training programmes that empower pharmacists to excel in diverse healthcare settings. In September 2022, Shaun successfully guided Medacy through an acquisition by CHASE, a premier outsourced commercialisation partner for the UK life sciences sector. Remaining at the helm as Managing Director, he has leveraged this partnership to scale Medacy’s reach, combining CHASE’s resourcing engines with Medacy’s clinical expertise to meet the surging NHS demand for clinical pharmacists. Vision & Healthcare Impact Shaun’s professional ethos centres on realising the full potential of pharmacists to enhance the broader healthcare economy. He is a passionate advocate for integrating pharmacists into patient-centred, collaborative care models. Shaun still feels that we are just scratching the surface of the role clinical pharmacy can play in improving health outcomes for patients. Thought Leadership A recognised voice in the UK pharmacy sector, Shaun frequently shares his insights on the evolving landscape of healthcare. He has been featured in the Best Practice Show Podcast, the THC Primary Care Blog, and Drug Store News (DSN), where he has discussed topics ranging from the integration of PCN pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to the distinct differences between the UK and US pharmacy markets.