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GLAXOSMITHKLINE PRACTICE OR BUSINESS MANAGER OF THE YEAR AWARD
GlaxoSmithKline NZ and GSK Consumer Healthcare are pleased to be supporting the practice or business manager category this year. Within the primary care setting, from general practice to community pharmacy, there are many individuals who work across clinical and business needs. These individuals ensure health
providers, services, programmes and products deliver the best possible health outcomes for the individuals and communities they serve. GSK is proud to recognise
those outstanding business managers at these awards
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