As medical director for medical cannabis of southern california I am well aware that many recreational users are taking advantage of Proposition 215 to use and cultivate. Unfortunately, recreational uses can walk into a physicians office and show them evidence that they one fractured their ankle or once spoke to their doctor about indigestion and walked out with a prescription for prilosec. They then produce this medical documentation to receive a recommendation to use cannabis for medicinal purposes.

As medical director for medical cannabis of southern california I often evaluate patients who take regular high doses of prednisone. Prednisone is the atomic bomb for inflammatory conditions such as crohns, ulcerative colitis, sever asthma and many other medical conditions. Unfortunately it’s effects do not come without significant side effects. Many patients can get relief of these side effects by using cannabis.

As medical director for medical cannabis of southern california I am amazed at the amount of patients who have difficulty falling asleep or wake up throughout the night. One of my 10 commandments when it comes to perfect health is “Thou shall get sleep. As your sleep goes so does your health.”

This morning I had the pleasure of taking care of a 24 year old male who has been sober from heroine use for two years. He has managed to maintain sobriety using methadone and suboxone (Subutex). Both of these medications are opiates as well and can be equally addictive. Today was his last day of using subutex and he plans on using cannabis to manage any withdrawal symptoms that he experiences after finally stopping all opiate medications!

As medical director for Medical Cannabis of Southern California I often evaluate patients who want to stop drinking alcohol. Alcoholism obviously destroys the life of the patient and the people they have relationships with. I have had several patients who have been able to stop drinking and instead have substituted with cannabis.

As medical director for Medical Cannabis of Southern California I often evaluate patients who complain of muscle and joint pain. Two days ago I had a patient come into my office with the diagnosis of polymyalgia rheumatica who had heard that cannabis can help reduce muscle inflammation and pain.

As medical director for Medical Cannabis of Southern California I often evaluate patients who complain of vertigo to see if cannabis can help with their symptoms and improve the overall quality of their life.

is the sensation of spinning or swaying while the body is actually stationary. In most cases it is a symptom as a result of a primary disease process.

As medical director for Medical Cannabis of Southern California I am often asked by patients how to find the best collective to purchase their medicine.

As medical director for Medical Cannabis of Southern California I am often asked to explain what the medical marijuana “card” is. There is a lot of misinformation concerning patients rights under Proposition 215 and who can actually recommend cannabis to patients.

As medical director for Medical Cannabis of Southern California I have taken care of patients who have been diagnosed with Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS). Cannabis is an incredible treatment for patients who suffer from this disorder.