Business Details
42 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Pharmacy Solutions
Ashtons Hospital Pharmacy Services is a leading provider of integrated medicines management solutions with over 40 years of expertise. Our team of 45+ clinical pharmacists delivers tailored services including medication reviews, compliance support, and digital-first software solutions like e-Works and Live View. Headquartered in Brighton, we serve over 8,000 beds nationwide across mental health hospitals, hospices, and specialist care homes. Our commitment to innovation has driven a 94% reduction in medication administration errors through our award-winning EPMA system. We combine clinical excellence with technology to enhance regulatory compliance, reduce costs, and improve patient outcomes.Our pharmacists provide 24/7 advisory support until 10pm, ensuring continuous care quality. With MHRA and Home Office accreditations, we maintain the highest standards in controlled drug management. Our learning division offers CPD-certified training to empower healthcare professionals. As the UK's largest independent pharmacy services provider, we partner with 75% of the independent mental health sector to transform medicines optimisation. Our nationwide reach and 24/7 operational model make us a trusted advisor to healthcare providers seeking sustainable solutions.
Services
Clinical Services
e-Works Software
Live View Audit
e-Learning Training
Medical Supply
Medication Review
Compliance Support
Virtual Hub
Specialist Care
Pharmacy Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 1984
Highlights and features
- 40 years' experience in medicines management
- Team of 45+ specialist clinical pharmacists
- Award-winning e-Works EPMA system reduces errors by 94%
- 24/7 pharmacist advisory service until 10pm
- Proven compliance support with regulatory inspections
Associations and certifications
- MHRA
- Home Office
What people say
Trusted advisors
Essential governance framework
High-quality pharmacy service
Improved quality standards
Expert compliance support
Services
Clinical Services
Our 45+ clinical pharmacists provide on-site medication reviews, regulatory compliance support, and clinical governance advice. We help healthcare providers optimise medicines management while ensuring adherence to CQC, HIS, and HIW standards. Our team delivers specialist expertise across mental health, palliative care, and secure environments.
e-Works Software
This award-winning electronic prescribing system reduces medication errors by up to 94%. It enables 24/7 remote prescription management with clinical decision support, medicines administration scheduling, and integrated pharmacy review tools. Compliant with NHS digital transformation targets for paperless healthcare facilities.
Live View Audit
Real-time pharmacy audit system that decreased medication errors by 56%. Provides instant access to pharmacist findings, performance benchmarking, and regulatory compliance evidence. Features trend analysis tools and comprehensive clinical resource libraries for continuous quality improvement.
e-Learning Training
Interactive online modules designed by pharmacists to enhance medicines management knowledge. Courses include video scenarios and CPD-certified content focused on practical application. Manager reporting tools track completion rates and competency development across nursing and medical staff.
Medical Supply
24/7 online ordering for 6,500+ medication and medical supply lines. Specialising in stock medication management to reduce waste and costs. Offers controlled drug licensing, specialist mental health medication management, and emergency supply services for unplanned discharges.
People
Stephen Tuddenham
Chief Executive Officer
Healthcare sector specialist with over two decades' experience leading medical diagnostics and technology organisations. Prior to Ashtons Hospital Pharmacy Services, held executive roles at SYNLAB and Althea. Champions digital-first medicines management to improve clinical outcomes.
Martin England
Chief Pharmacist
Chief Pharmacist since 1987 with extensive clinical expertise in medicines management. Key architect of Ashtons Hospital Pharmacy Services' service development. Represents pharmacy profession on Royal College of Physicians' Faculty of Forensic and Legal Medicine.
Sadia Deen
Clinical Director
20+ years' experience in pharmacy services leadership. Former Head of Pharmacy Services for Sodexo UK & Ireland. Specialises in general practice, hospital, and secure environment pharmacy operations.
Michael Pinnell
Chief Technical Officer
Technical leader with expertise in healthcare software development. Oversees delivery of Ashtons Hospital Pharmacy Services' digital solutions including e-Works and Live View systems. Focuses on user-centric design and system reliability.
Leesa Ewing
Chief Commercial Officer
Healthcare IT sales expert with director-level experience since 2015. Drives commercial strategy and innovation in digital health solutions. Advocate for data-driven improvements in patient care pathways.
Questions
What specialist sectors does Ashtons Hospital Pharmacy Services support?
We specialise in mental health hospitals, hospices, brain injury units, substance misuse facilities, ophthalmic clinics, and specialist care homes for learning disabilities and eating disorders.
How does Ashtons Hospital Pharmacy Services improve medication safety?
Through our e-Works EPMA system (reduces errors by 94%), Live View audit tools, and on-site pharmacist reviews that ensure best practice medicines management.
Do you provide compliance support for inspections?
Yes, we offer mock inspections, real-time audit trails, and specialist pharmacist attendance during regulatory visits to ensure CQC/HIW compliance.
What training options are available?
We provide CPD-certified e-learning modules and face-to-face seminars delivered by clinical pharmacists, covering medicines management and regulatory requirements.
How can I access your pharmacy services?
Contact our Brighton headquarters via phone or email to discuss your facility's requirements and arrange a tailored medicines management solution.
Reviews (3)
Matthew Barber
Sep 17, 2021
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Warning: You could die waiting for them to get your prescription sorted and likely wont be able to complete it.
Shaz Choudhury
Nov 26, 2019
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This chemist has messed me around for years so I am going to leave, prescriptions they claim that are not there when they are there and deliberate messing about. That I think is discrimination
Gordon Vader'S. Hurdy Gurdy Gateway
Jan 16, 2017
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Late night life saver this place it's often open very late and is well stocked with knowledgeable staff
