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Meet Our Advisors
Guiding Our Global Vision
The Global Policy Network is guided by a distinguished team of advisors who bring deep expertise in policy development, education, research, and global collaboration.
Our advisors play a vital role in shaping the network’s strategic direction, ensuring that our initiatives remain inclusive, evidence-based, and impactful across regions. Their mentorship empowers our emerging leaders, strengthens our global partnerships, and supports our mission to bridge ideas with action for sustainable development and youth-driven policy innovation.
Yousaf Ahmad
ICS Chief Pharmacist and Director of Medicines Optimisation, NHS Frimley Health and Care Integrated Care System
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A highly accomplished senior healthcare executive with extensive board-level experience, he has led strategic initiatives across the NHS and corporate sectors. He serves as a Non-Executive Director, Expert Advisory Board Member, Digital Health Expert, Global Pharmacy Ambassador, School Governor, and University Educator. With a strong commitment to innovation and healthcare transformation, he plays a pivotal role in shaping policies, advancing digital health solutions, and fostering global collaborations.
Minesh Parbat
ICS Chief Pharmacist, NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin ICB​
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Minesh Parbat is an experienced senior pharmacy leader with a strong background in strategic and operational delivery of medicines optimisation across the NHS. He is currently the ICS Chief Pharmacist for NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin. He has led structured medication reviews in primary care. Minesh has contributed to national and regional pharmacy committees and is passionate about leadership development and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in healthcare.
Dr. Sheikh Mateen Ellahi
GP Partner at Elm Tree Medical Centre and Leading Healthcare Consultant
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Dr. Sheikh Mateen Ellahi is a GP Partner, Healthcare Consultant, and Keynote Speaker with expertise in clinical governance, operational development, and patient experience. He specialises in guiding practice partners to enhance efficiency, improve patient care, and align with business goals. With a distinction in Health MBA from UCL, Dr. Ellahi also explores the impact of primary care changes on patient safety in the UK. He is available for keynote speaking engagements on healthcare consulting and system improvement.​​
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Reena Patel, MPharm, PGDip, IP
Senior Healthcare Strategy Consultant & Principal Pharmacist
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Reena is a pharmacist, clinical safety officer, and senior healthcare strategist with over 15 years’ experience across primary, secondary, and system-level care. She specialises in digital innovation, health inequalities, and workforce development. A UN Women UK Delegate and national advisor, Reena leads transformation in long-term condition management and integrated care. She also mentors women in leadership and runs a travel consultancy promoting work-life balance and personal fulfilment.​​​​​
Shilpa Shah
Chief Executive Officer of the Northeast London Local Pharmaceutical Committee​
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Shilpa Shah is an experienced, award-winning leader in the Community Pharmacy sector. She is a pharmacist and Royal Pharmaceutical Society fellow who has worked in the Community Pharmacy field for almost 25 years. She is a Board Advisor and Advocate on the Inclusive Pharmacy Practice Advisory Board. Shilpa is also a volunteer Director of Branch Operations, a listening volunteer for Samaritans, a volunteer at Pharmacist Support, and a volunteer Healthcare Deputy Manager at Crisis at Christmas.