Pretesh Lad
Pharmacist Independent Prescriber
GPhC Registration: 2073159
About
A pharmacist since 2010, Pretesh worked as a Boots community pharmacist store manager within an NHS GP practice before joining Boots Online Doctor as a Pharmacist Independent Prescriber in April 2024. He has a special interest in minor conditions including ear, nose, and throat (ENT) issues, contraception and women’s health.
Pretesh enjoys being able to help people access healthcare more conveniently, and believes that digital healthcare offers a huge range of possibilities to support patients as well as taking some pressure off of the NHS.
Specialist Areas
- Women’s health
- Emergency contraception
- Ear, nose, and throat (ENT) conditions
Qualifications & Memberships
- PG Certificate in Pharmacist Independent Prescribing – The University of Leicester (2023)
- PG Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy (PGCert) – Keele University (2015)
- Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) – (2010)
- Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) – The University of Nottingham (2009)
Interests
Outside of work, Pretesh enjoys travelling, fine dining, keeping active and spending time with his puppy.