{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/medicinal-cannabis/22","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_10146-markdown","title":"Can I get my medical cannabis delivered to me if I am unable to go to the dispensary?","slug":"can-i-get-my-medical-cannabis-delivered-to-me-if-i-am-unable-to-go-to-the-dispensary","content":"\"I am in New York state \"\n_____________________\nYes, there are two ways you may obtain medical cannabis if you are unable to visit a dispensary in person: \n\nThe first way is to have a registered caregiver obtain your medication from a registered dispensary.  Patients are permitted to name two caregivers to obtain medical cannabis on their behalf.  \n\nTo find out more about the caregiver program in New York State visit https://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/patients/ \n\nThe second way is to contact your dispensary and find out if they have a home delivery program.  Many of the dispensaries have home delivery programs.  Each dispensary owner has requirements to qualify for home delivery, so it is recommended you visit the individual dispensary websites and call a dispensary to obtain more information.  \n\nTo find a list of dispensaries visit \nhttps://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/application/selected_applicants.htm\n\njeremyu","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10145-markdown","title":"If I obtain a New York medical cannabis certification, where do I purchase my medication?","slug":"if-i-obtain-a-new-york-medical-cannabis-certification-where-do-i-purchase-my-medication","content":"\n_____________________\nHi, you can search for a dispensary in your area by typing in Biz Listings in the menu bar above, and putting in the name of your city or zip code.\n\nwendynp\n_____________________\n: Patients must bring their registry ID cards and their certifications to a registered dispensary in order to purchase approved medical cannabis products. Designated caregivers who are purchasing medical cannabis on behalf of patients must bring their caregiver registry ID cards and their patient’s certification to the dispensary\n\nTo find a list of registered dispensaries, please visit https://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/application/selected_applicants.htm to find a location nearest to you.  Also note a number of the Registered Organizations (ROs) have home delivery programs.\n\nannapoulin\n_____________________\nPatients must bring their registry ID cards and their certifications to a registered dispensary in order to purchase approved medical cannabis products. Designated caregivers who are purchasing medical cannabis on behalf of patients must bring their caregiver registry ID cards and their patient’s certification to the dispensary\n\nTo find a list of registered dispensaries, please visit https://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/application/selected_applicants.htm to find a location nearest to you.  Also note a number of the Registered Organizations (ROs) have home delivery programs.\n\nannapoulin","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10142-markdown","title":"Can I register on behalf of a minor or someone who is incapable of consenting to medical treatment?","slug":"can-i-register-on-behalf-of-a-minor-or-someone-who-is-incapable-of-consenting-to-medical-treatment","content":"\"For a New York medical marijuana certification?\"\n_____________________\nIf a prospective patient is under the under the age of eighteen or incapable of consenting to medical treatment, the application can be made by an appropriate person, over twenty-one (21) years of age. There can be two acting designated caregivers who shall be either: a parent or legal guardian of the certified patient, a person designated by a parent or legal guardian, or an appropriate person approved by the Department of Health upon a sufficient showing that no parent or legal guardian is appropriate or available.\n \nSource: https://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/patients/\n\nrachels","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10138-markdown","title":"How do I talk to my doctor about medical cannabis if I'm in New York?","slug":"how-do-i-talk-to-my-doctor-about-medical-cannabis-if-im-in-new-york","content":"\n_____________________\nA: When talking with your doctor about medical cannabis, follow the age-old phrase: \"it's not what you say, but how you say it.\" Saying \"hey doc, can I have some weed?\" will most likely lead to a less then optimal result. Here are some tips to successfully talk to your doctor about medical cannabis: \n\nDescribe specifically:\n•\tThe symptoms that you are looking to treat.\n•\tAny diagnosed conditions that they might not know about\n•\tWhat you're currently doing to treat your conditions and symptoms\n•\tIf you currently use cannabis and if so how often and in what form\n•\tExplain in detail what you hope to gain from the use of medical cannabis. For example, do you want to relieve pain? Do you have trouble sleeping? \n•\tLet your doctor know that you are aware of some of the side effects that may occur with the use of medical marijuana and that you have assessed the benefits vs the risks. \n•\tUse professional language such as \"medical cannabis\" or \"medical marijuana\" instead of slang terms like \"weed\" or \"pot.\" \n•\tMost importantly remind your doctor that they ARE NOT writing a prescription but giving a written certification confirming that the patient has a qualifying condition and that there is a bona fide physician-patient relationship.\n\nTalking to your doctor about medical cannabis can be an uncomfortable conversation to have. Following the tips above will help make the conversation successful and easy. Regardless of how the conversation goes, having it will open the door for not only you but for other patients that are looking to benefit from the use of medical cannabis. The more that patients can bring up the topic of medical cannabis with their healthcare provider, the easier it will be for doctors to support cannabis as a treatment method!\n\nannapoulin\n_____________________\nWhen talking with your doctor about medical cannabis, follow the age-old phrase: \"it's not what you say, but how you say it.\" Saying \"hey doc, can I have some weed?\" will most likely lead to a less then optimal result. Here are some tips to successfully talk to your doctor about medical cannabis: \n\nDescribe specifically:\nThe symptoms that you are looking to treat.\nAny diagnosed conditions that they might not know about\nWhat you're currently doing to treat your conditions and symptoms\nIf you currently use cannabis and if so how often and in what form\nExplain in detail what you hope to gain from the use of medical cannabis. For example, do you want to relieve pain? Do you have trouble sleeping? \nLet your doctor know that you are aware of some of the side effects that may occur with the use of medical marijuana and that you have assessed the benefits vs the risks. \nUse professional language such as \"medical cannabis\" or \"medical marijuana\" instead of slang terms like \"weed\" or \"pot.\" \nMost importantly remind your doctor that they ARE NOT writing a prescription but giving a written certification confirming that the patient has a qualifying condition and that there is a bona fide physician-patient relationship.\n\nTalking to your doctor about medical cannabis can be an uncomfortable conversation to have. Following the tips above will help make the conversation successful and easy. Regardless of how the conversation goes, having it will open the door for not only you but for other patients that are looking to benefit from the use of medical cannabis. The more that patients can bring up the topic of medical cannabis with their healthcare provider, the easier it will be for doctors to support cannabis as a treatment method!\n\nannapoulin","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10136-markdown","title":"What is the application process to obtain a New York medical marijuana card?","slug":"what-is-the-application-process-to-obtain-a-new-york-medical-marijuana-card","content":"\n_____________________\nPatients must first be certified by a registered practitioner. Upon certification, a patient must login to https://my.ny.gov/ and click on the \"Health Applications\" icon and then click othe \"Medical Marijuana Data Management System\" link to register. Patients who do not have a ny.gov account will need to click the \"Don't Have An Account\" button to create a personal ny.gov ID before proceeding. Patients will be required to provide proof of their identity and residency during the application process. Required documents can be found on the NYDOH website. There is a $50 fee to register but the NYDOH is currently waiving the registration fee. At the appropriate time select \"Bill Me Later\" and the fee will be waived.\n\nannapoulin","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10135-markdown","title":"How old must you be to obtain a medical cannabis certification in New York?","slug":"how-old-must-you-be-to-obtain-a-medical-cannabis-certification-in-new-york","content":"\n_____________________\nHi there! Under New York law, patients under the age of 18 must have a parent, legal guardian, or parent/legal guardian’s designee who is over 21 years of age submit their application for them. Please note that HelloMD’s New York telehealth consultation service is only available to patients 18 years of age or older.\n\nVeronicaB\n_____________________\nThere is no age limit for a patient who has a certified qualifying condition. Patients who are under 18 require a parent or legal guardian to sign up as the caregiver for the patient.\n\nrachels","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10134-markdown","title":"What conditions make someone eligible for a New York medical marijuana card?","slug":"what-conditions-make-someone-eligible-for-a-new-york-medical-marijuana-card","content":"\n_____________________\nOnly patients with one of the following severe, debilitating or life-threatening conditions may qualify for the Medical Marijuana Program: \ncancer, positive status for HIV or AIDS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord with objective neurological indication of intractable spasticity, epilepsy, inflammatory bowel disease, neuropathy, chronic pain as defined by 10 NYCRR §1004.2(a)(8)(xi), or Huntington's disease. \n\nPatients must also have one of the following associated or complicating conditions: cachexia or wasting syndrome, severe or chronic pain, severe nausea, seizures, or severe or persistent muscle spasms. \n\nChronic Pain was recently added to the list of qualifying conditions (March 2017), meaning you need to have suffered for 3 months or more, and determined to likely suffer for 3 more months to qualify. \n\nhttps://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/patients/\n\ncolleenmairead\n_____________________\nBeing diagnosed with one or more of the following conditions makes someone eligible for a medical marijuana card in New York State: cancer, positive status for human immunodeficiency virus or acquired immune deficiency syndrome, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS, or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord with objective neurological indication or intractable spasticity, epilepsy, inflammatory bowel disease (IBS), neuropathies, Huntington’s disease, chronic or severe pain. The condition must also be accompanied by one or more of the following complicating conditions: cachexia (or wasting syndrome), severe or chronic pain, severe nausea, seizures, or severe or persistent muscle spasms.\n\nannapoulin","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10117-markdown","title":"Would you please recommend doctors for a medical marijuana evaluation in Washington, DC?","slug":"would-you-please-recommend-doctors-for-a-medical-marijuana-evaluation-in-washington-dc","content":"\n_____________________\nhttps://metroxmd.com/ would be a good place to start when looking for Doctors in Maryland and the DC area\n\nBartSmart","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10115-markdown","title":"Can child services take away a newborn baby if the mother used medical marijuana while pregnant?","slug":"can-child-services-take-away-a-newborn-baby-if-the-mother-used-medical-marijuana-while-pregnant","content":"\n_____________________\nCPS retains the rights to remove a newborn baby if they determined that the child might be harmed in any manner while under your care if you are doing Cannabis and the courts determined that that is bad  or a danger for your baby.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10114-markdown","title":"Can you get a medical card for depression","slug":"can-you-get-a-medical-card-for-depression","content":"\n_____________________\nYes, you may obtain a medical cannabis card to treat depression and cannabis is usually very effective for helping people with depression issues but if you are in another state you must check your state's requirements for obtaining a cannabis card.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10112-markdown","title":"How do I get a medical card in Massachusetts?","slug":"how-do-i-get-a-medical-card-in-massachusetts","content":"\n_____________________\nThis is what I found from a breif google search.\n\n\"On February 12, 2016, the Patriot Care Corp. was approved by Governor Charlie Baker’s Administration, allowing retails sales of marijuana to registered qualifying patients and personal caregivers\"\n\n\"Patients in Massachusetts diagnosed with one of the following severe, debilitating, or life-threatening medical conditions, are afforded legal protection under the Massachusetts Medical Marijuana law:\n\nCancer, glaucoma, positive status for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) / acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), hepatitis C, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and other conditions as determined in writing by a qualifying patient’s physician.\"\n\nThe above information was copied from: https://www.marijuanadoctors.com/\n\nI believe The Holistic Center in Boston, MA could be a good starting point to obtain a card.\n\nBartSmart","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10098-markdown","title":"Can I get a medical marijuana card in Kentucky?","slug":"can-i-get-a-medical-marijuana-card-in-kentucky","content":"\n_____________________\nKentucky does have a very limited CBD only cannabis law in S.B. 124. However It is very unlikely that patients will be able to access CBD under the new law. A doctor would have to issue a “written order” for marijuana, and doing so would violate federal law. The new law also fails to include a source for CBD. It does not make it legal for anyone to produce the marijuana that CBD would be extracted from in the state.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":252,"numPages":41,"currentPage":22,"id":5495,"name":"Medicinal Cannabis","slug":"medicinal-cannabis","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}