Medical Marijuana Symposium for Physicians and Healthcare Professionals

WHEN YOUR PATIENTS ASK IF MEDICAL MARIJUANA CAN HELP THEM, WILL YOU HAVE AN ANSWER? Please join us for an engaging day of education and discussion to learn how medical marijuana may your medical practice in the future. We'll explore the physiology of the endocannabinoid system, learn how to make dosage and delivery system choices, hear from top researchers and physicians on the use of cannabis for military-related PTSD treatment, pain relief, neurodegenerative diseases and much more. Scroll down for the full agenda and speaker list. Attendees who purchase the Platinum CME Ticket will have access to TheAnswerPage.com's Comprehensive On-line Endocannabinoid and Medical Cannabis Curriculum and the ability to earn up to 6 CMEs. Doctors, nurses, pharmacists and all those interested in the science of medical cannabis should attend this program. Attendees that purchase Platinum CME Ticket will receive a 12-month subscription to TheAnswerPage’s comprehensive medical cannabis library and the ability to earn up to 6 CME credits. Bring Your Family to Orlando! Canna Holdings has arranged an exclusive discounted rate of $149** per night at The Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort at Bonnet Creek available only until May 12th. RESERVE YOUR DISCOUNTED ROOM by clicking here. ** Discounted rate includes ** waived resort fee ($20 per day savings), access to all amenities including a lazy river, heated lagoon pool, fitness center, shuttle bus to Disney, spa services and more. Meet Our Esteemed Speakers and Presenters The Endocannabinoid System: Master of Homeostasis, Pain Control, And So Much More Presented by Jordan Tishler, MD Dr. Tishler will review the Endocannabinoid system, the basis for why cannabis works as medicine, with special emphasis on practical aspects of treatment of patients with chronic pain. We will touch on key topics of dosing, administration, preparations, and bioavailability. We will also touch on other illnesses amenable to Cannabis therapy. Cannabinoids For The Treatment Of Movement Disorders Presented by Juan Sanchez-Ramos, MD, Ph.D Dr. Sanchez-Ramos will review the changes in the brain’s endocannabinoid system that occurs naturally with aging. Age-dependent changes will be contrasted with the more severe alterations in the endocannabinoid system that underly neurodegenerative diseases exemplified by Parkinson’s Disease and Huntington’s Disease. Use of phytocannabinoid preparations is reasonable based on the known neuropathology and experimental evidence demonstrating benefits of medical cannabis. Delivery and Dosage of Cannabis Medicine Presented by Deborah Malka MD, PhD Learn how to make choices between 6 different delivery systems for cannabis, and the benefits/risks of each. Learn which delivery systems do not involve psychoactivity. We will also review what common dosage regimens are. Dosing for a "naive" patient is different from one who has developed tolerance. Being a plant-based medicine, cannabis efficacy, tolerance and withdrawal require a different delivery and dosage approach than pharmaceuticals. Cannabis as Medicine: Redefining the Paradigm of the Doctor-Patient Relationship Presented by Jack D’Angelo, MD Dr. D'Angelo will cover the need and best practices for maintaining a standard of care in a changing medical environment, and establish the responsibilities of the patient and provider during cannabis therapy treatments. Researching Medical Cannabis Navigating Barriers To Efficacy Research Presented by Sue Sisley, MD Learn about the design of the first ever triple blind randomized controlled trial evaluating use of Marijuana for military-related PTSD and the regulatory obstacles to conducting this scientific study for developing medical marijuana into FDA approved medicine. Dr. Sisley will discuss hypothesized mechanisms of action for use of medical cannabis in treatment of military-related PTSD and review the current anecdotal & observational data. Roundtable: Practicing Cannabis as Medicine in Florida Understandably, healthcare providers may be hesitant to recommend medical cannabis to their patients because they do not fully understand the legal risks. Vijay Choksi a licensed regulated substances attorney from Kelley Kronenberg will share on how healthcare professionals can protect themselves and their patients under state and federal law. Moderated by Genester Wilson-King, MD, an Orlando based physician and joined by Florida Physicians Joseph Rosado MD and David Berger they will discuss patient experiences and share how adding medical cannabis has affected their practice. This session is intended to be interactive, and attendees are invited to ask questions of our panel. Roundtable: The Patient Experience with Parents and Medical Cannabis Patients Physicians can ask Florida patients about their experiences as medical marijuana card holders registered with the Office of Compassionate Use. This discussion will provide insight into the ups and downs patients may encounter. About TheAnswerPage.com TheAnswerPage.com is a continuing medical education (CME) website that has been providing CME certified content worldwide since 1998 and has become a recognized leader in providing unbiased peer-reviewed medical content focused on the endocannabinoid system, the therapeutic use of medical cannabis, pain and the opioid epidemic. This brand-new course integrates the latest findings of the National Academy of Sciences 2017 report and also includes disease specific sections on the therapeutic use of medical cannabis. You can earn up to 6 CME credits by studying just 4 of the many medical marijuana syllabus topics from TheAnswerPage’s extensive library. Also, you will receive content updates and new material during the 12-month period. DISCLAIMER: CANNA HOLDINGS DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL OR LEGAL ADVICE The information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images, events, and other material contained on this website are for informational and educational purposes only. The purpose of this website is to promote broad consumer understanding and knowledge of various health topics related to the medical use of cannabis. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has not yet approved cannabis as a safe and effective drug for any indication. 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