As medical director of Medical Cannabis of Southern California I see patients who want to discuss the benefits of using marijuana for medicinal purposes.  We have two full time clinics located in Irvine, CA and Long Beach, CA.

I am often asked by patients “when do I receive my card?”  There is a misconception about what patients actually get from their doctor when they get an evaluation for cannabis.  The medical marijuana “card” has been the main marketing tool for patients to find doctors who are willing to write recommendations.   The “card” is simply a marketing term that patients now recognize but not actually what is provided when you see your doctor.

Doctors provide patients with written medical marijuana recommendations stating that they qualify under Proposition 215 to use cannabis legally.  It is an actual sheet of paper with our clinics letterhead, the patients drivers license and it gets signed by me and embossed.  It is that sheet of paper that patients take to the marijuana dispensary to obtain their medicine.

Now there is a state medical marijuana card that patients can obtain if they wish.   It is a voluntary program that requires you provide the state with your name and contact information.  They register you and provide you a state/county medical marijuana card.  It doesn’t provide you any added value or protection under the law.  It is the ONLY “card” that IS recognized by dispensaries.  Do not be fooled by clinics that offer ID cards.  They are just marketing gimmicks and provide you with NO added benefit or protection.

If you would like world class medical care and see if you qualify to use marijuana legally in California feel free to give us a call at 877-721-0047.  Our staff is standing by to answer all of your questions.

Be blessed and have a great day!