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Daniel Hurley

GPhC-Registered Pharmacist At The Independent Pharmacy

GPhC registration number 2078790

Meet Daniel Hurley, a GPhC-registered pharmacist at The Independent Pharmacy. With 13 years of experience as a UK pharmacist, Daniel is committed to making healthcare more accessible and helping you feel confident, informed and supported when navigating decisions about your health and wellbeing.

Education

Studied at UCL School of Pharmacy and later University of Leeds, achieving a MPharm, MSci, Independent Prescribing qualification, Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmacy Practice and Postgraduate Certificate in Psychiatric Therapeutics.


Areas of Expertise

Psychiatry and mental health support, dermatology and skin conditions, weight loss management.

Professional Background & Qualifications

After graduating from the UCL School of Pharmacy, Daniel completed his pre-registration training at Gloucester Royal Hospital, and later joined the pharmacist register in 2012. Following this, Daniel completed his Independent Prescriber training at the University of Leeds, gaining experience in community and hospital settings, which contributed to his recognition as a trusted UK pharmacist and a valued clinician at The Independent Pharmacy. His extensive professional background allows Daniel to provide clear, practical and patient-focused advice, helping people cut through jargon and feel more confident in their care.

Areas Of Expertise & Current Role

At The Independent Pharmacy, Daniel works closely with the clinical team. He ensures all advice, processes and treatment pathways are safe, accurate and easy for patients to understand. Daniel specialises in a broad spectrum of treatment areas, including psychiatry, dermatology and weight loss, including Mounjaro and Wegovy. During his online consultations, Daniel is dedicated to ensuring that patients feel empowered and informed about their health and treatment options.

Personal Approach

Inspired by family members living with chronic conditions and mental illness, Daniel is deeply dedicated to providing people-centred care. This perspective has shaped how he’s supported and developed both the team and clinical service over the past five years at The Independent Pharmacy. Daniel has also published a range of articles in a number of publications including the British Journal of Pharmacology and the Centre for Pharmacy Postgraduate Education.

Personal Details

Having lived across the UK, including Yorkshire and the West Midlands, Daniel returned to Bristol, where he had previously studied and has made his home for the past seven years. When not supporting patients, he enjoys running, rowing and spending quality time with his two children.

Our team at The Independent Pharmacy is here to help you feel supported, informed and confident in your healthcare. Whether you have a question about your treatment, your order or need expert clinical advice, simply contact us and the team will respond within one business day."

Published and reviewed by Daniel Hurley

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    Problem skin, like dry, acne-prone or sensitive skin, often needs targeted solutions to help you look and feel your best. Most of the time, the products you choose need to be gentle, so they don’t cause more issues. Find out which product is best in our guide.

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