how do you get a card

[spazzoid06]

i just turned 18 , and i will be a student at college of the redwoods this fall , how do i get a medical marijuana card? do i just go to a doctor on the norml page and tell him my problems which are ; anxiety/depression , migrains , and insomnia? how does it work , and also i do not have any medical record detailing my problems.

[Storm Crow]

Since you mention that you have no medical records, it will be a bit harder, but not much.

You need to go to the NORML site and start doctor shopping. Call and ask how much it will cost you. The reason why is that, as a general rule, the cheaper the doctor or clinic, the less "picky" they are.

Check the local 'little' papers- they often have ads for MMJ clinics. Also, when on campus, ask at the "Stoner's" table - it's usually in the lounge or cafeteria. They will know the "best" local clinics and since you are not asking to score, should be willing to give you the info.

To avoid all that hassle, here's what I'd do. (1) Before you move, go to a regular doctor. There are walk-in clinics just about everywhere. Complain about your migraines and get a prescription to Imatrix (or however it's spelled). You should see a doctor, anyway, just to rule out brain tumors, etc and get a pre-college check up! (2) Fill the prescription and not take it. (3) Walk in to any NORML recommended doctor's office and bring the half emptied bottle- proving your medical history. Get legal.

Once you get an appointment, it's easy. You get a quicky check up. Have a short chat with the doctor. Pay the receptionist and she hands you a signed piece of paper, stating "Dr. ___ recommends that you use cannabis for your medical condition". You walk out "legal". The note from the doctor is ALL you need!

County cards are optional, but can save you some hassle with the cops. Be sure to check out the local ordinances on cannabis- they vary widely- especially on growing.

Dispensary cards are to get you into a certain dispensary and no others.

That about covers it! - Granny:hippy:

[spazzoid06]

thanks

[Mutant Hippie]

That was great advice Granny!

There are a couple doctors up here that I know of. Dr Miller isn't accepting new patients at the moment and Dr. Hany Assad, who is listed on Norml's site.

Dr. Assad, by law, can not treat females because of past inappropriate behavior, so I would really think twice before giving him your money.

I found it a lot less hassle just to go to Medicann in Ukiah, CA. They prefer that you bring past medical records but don't require it.

[spazzoid06]

Since you mention that you have no medical records, it will be a bit harder, but not much.

You need to go to the NORML site and start doctor shopping. Call and ask how much it will cost you. The reason why is that, as a general rule, the cheaper the doctor or clinic, the less "picky" they are.

Check the local 'little' papers- they often have ads for MMJ clinics. Also, when on campus, ask at the "Stoner's" table - it's usually in the lounge or cafeteria. They will know the "best" local clinics and since you are not asking to score, should be willing to give you the info.

To avoid all that hassle, here's what I'd do. (1) Before you move, go to a regular doctor. There are walk-in clinics just about everywhere. Complain about your migraines and get a prescription to Imatrix (or however it's spelled). You should see a doctor, anyway, just to rule out brain tumors, etc and get a pre-college check up! (2) Fill the prescription and not take it. (3) Walk in to any NORML recommended doctor's office and bring the half emptied bottle- proving your medical history. Get legal.

Once you get an appointment, it's easy. You get a quicky check up. Have a short chat with the doctor. Pay the receptionist and she hands you a signed piece of paper, stating "Dr. ___ recommends that you use cannabis for your medical condition". You walk out "legal". The note from the doctor is ALL you need!

County cards are optional, but can save you some hassle with the cops. Be sure to check out the local ordinances on cannabis- they vary widely- especially on growing.

Dispensary cards are to get you into a certain dispensary and no others.

That about covers it! - Granny:hippy:

also when i was i kid i had sports asthma and i can get an inhaler , would it work if i couldnt get the itmax(migrane med) and brought an inhaler to the office?

[Storm Crow]

Considering the bronchodilatory effect that THC has, your asthma should also qualify you. Thought you might like to read some of the studies-

Acute and subacute bronchial effects of oral cannabinoids.
Clinical Studies and Case Reports (http://www.cannabis-med.org/studies/ww_en_db_study_show.php?s_id=44)

Bronchial effects of aerosolized delta 9-tetrahydrocannabinol
Clinical Studies and Case Reports (http://www.cannabis-med.org/studies/ww_en_db_study_show.php?s_id=109)

Bronchodilator effect of delta1-tetrahydrocannabinol administered by aerosol
Clinical Studies and Case Reports (http://www.cannabis-med.org/studies/ww_en_db_study_show.php?s_id=60)

Effects of smoked marijuana in experimentally induced asthma.
Clinical Studies and Case Reports (http://www.cannabis-med.org/studies/ww_en_db_study_show.php?s_id=57)

Marijuana and oral delta9-tetrahydrocannabinol on specific airway conductance
Clinical Studies and Case Reports (http://www.cannabis-med.org/studies/ww_en_db_study_show.php?s_id=67)


Have fun reading- there are a few more in the link below. - Granny:hippy:

[west coast style]

Hey, Granny thanks for the great info up there as usual.

Do you happen to have any links to studies on insulin resistance and if marijuana helps with that? Thanks in advance!

[Storm Crow]

You get to sift through it! :D

Cannabinoid Reduces Incidence Of Diabetes
Non-Psychoactive Cannabinoid Reduces Incidence Of Diabetes, Study Says - NORML (http://www.norml.org/index.cfm?Group_ID=6909)

Marijuana Compound May Help Stop Diabetic Retinopathy
Marijuana Compound May Help Stop Diabetic Retinopathy (http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2006/02/060227184647.htm)

Cannabidiol lowers incidence of diabetes in non-obese diabetic mice
IngentaConnect Content Not Found (http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/tandf/gaim/2006/00000039/00000002/art00009;jsessionid=697msn7o5efqr.alice)

Anticoagulant Effects of a Cannabis Extract in an Obese Rat Model
Anticoagulant Effects of a Cannabis Extract in an Obese Rat Model (http://www.level1diet.com/research/id/14687)

Neuroprotective and Blood-Retinal Barrier-Preserving Effects of Cannabidiol
Neuroprotective and Blood-Retinal Barrier-Preserving Effects of Cannabidiol in Experimental Diabetes -- El-Remessy et al. 168 (1): 235 -- American Journal of Pathology (http://ajp.amjpathol.org/cgi/content/full/168/1/235)

The Cannabinergic System as a Target for Anti-inflammatory Therapies
IngentaConnect The Cannabinergic System as a Target for Anti-inflammatory Therap... (http://www.ingentaconnect.com/content/ben/ctmc/2006/00000006/00000013/art00008)

Effect of tetrahydrocurcumin on blood glucose, plasma insulin and hepatic key enzymes
Unbound MEDLINE | Effect of tetrahydrocurcumin on blood glucose, plasma insulin and hepatic key enzymes in streptozotocin induced diabetic rats. Journal article (http://www.unboundmedicine.com/medline/ebm/record/16438392/abstract/Effect_of_tetrahydrocurcumin_on_blood_glucose_plas ma_insulin_and_hepatic_key_enzymes_in_streptozotoc in_induced_diabetic_rats)

Cannabidiol reduces the development of diabetes in an animal study
IACM-Bulletin (http://www.cannabis-med.org/english/bulletin/ww_en_db_cannabis_artikel.php?id=219#3)

Getting Eye On Cannabinoids
Getting Eye On Cannabinoids: The Hempire - [cannabis, uk] (http://www.thehempire.com/index.php/cannabis/news/getting_eye_on_cannabinoids)

Marijuana compound could prevent eye damage in diabetics
Marijuana compound could prevent eye damage in diabetics: The Hempire - [cannabis, hemp] (http://www.thehempire.com/index.php/cannabis/news/marijuana_compound_could_prevent_eye_damage_in_dia betics)

The synthetic cannabinoid HU-210 attenuates neural damage in diabetic mice
Cannabinoids Research Articles and recent Cannabinoid Abstracts (http://ccicnewsletter.com/index.php?customernumber=781160420367400&pr=MJJA07_Endocrin_Basic#_Toc177908911)

Cannabidiol arrests onset of autoimmune diabetes in NOD mice
Cannabinoids Research Articles and recent Cannabinoid Abstracts (http://ccicnewsletter.com/index.php?customernumber=781160420367400&pr=MJJA07_Endocrin_Basic#_Toc177908919)

Have fun! - Granny:hippy:

[Humboldt215]

sounds like scamming the system to me

[the image reaper]

sounds like scamming the system to me

enough scamming, and they'll take it away from everybody :(

[Toke'n]

If enough people use it, maybe it will finally be decriminalized and people wont need to "scam" the system.

[ijustloveweed]

sounds like scamming the system to me

well the government scams our rights by policing what we put into our OWN godamn bodies, so by all means try to get some free weed.

[west coast style]

I have an appt this Thursday to to get my prescription. I found the place through the CA-NORML site. Any tips or help is greatly appreciated. Thanks!

[Storm Crow]

Don't worry! Bring your medical records. Note how much higher you get when you are no longer paranoid!- Granny:hippy:

[mandalane]

i agree so many people are abusing this for the people who do actually need it for medical reasons. i'm not saying it's not tight as hell, but seriously. so many people are going to start trying to get prescribed to the drug, that it will be even harder to get your hands on it.

[Humboldt215]

well the government scams our rights by policing what we put into our OWN godamn bodies, so by all means try to get some free weed.

free weed?

I still find it appalling to fake your way to get a medical prescription for marijuana just as much as I would for faking to get oxyconton or morphine.

California citizens voted in 1996 to allow medical marijuana for legit reasons, not for people to fake symptoms and maneuver through the system to get high.

[suffering]

thanks granny, exactly the info. that i was looking for, regarding the steps it takes in obtaining a card, now to find a good doc. near me. thank alot...

[west coast style]

Well, today is the big day. My appt. is at 2:45 PM. I have my medical records with me, but I'm still nervous, for some reason Should be a piece of cake, right? Wish me luck!

[OnTopOfTheWorld]

Where and What's the Docs name that your going to?

[west coast style]

Everything went smoothly! I just filled out a questionnaire and waited for the doctor to finish with other patients. We talked about my condition for a bit, and he let me know the ins and outs. He was very helpful and nice. After, they gave me my physician's recommendation along with a number for a dispensary in SF,

Thank you, Granny, for your help! You definitely played a part in helping me out with this.

Due to my privacy as well as the physician's, I'd rather not disclose the information of the location. I'll just say it was east of the Caldecott Tunnel. But, I will advise you to go to the CANORML.org site and search for the closest physician nearest to you.

[veggii]

sounds like scamming the system to me
second that,, i woke up hungover head pounding that qualifies!!

[Nailhead]

sounds like scamming the system to me

If it weren't for places like Medicann, or in my case Alternative Care Consultants, I wouldn't have a recommendation to treat Crohn's disease. I could care less if other people are abusing the system, that doesn't at all give the government any right to make it harder for real patients like myself to get medicine.

The doctor I saw at ACC was far more understanding and caring than my primary GI doc, so I could care less what stigma these doctor's specialists might have from non-patients, because they help a lot of real patients and that's all that matters.

[rachem86]

I have Chrons too. Is there any way you can give me your doctors name? I wont even ben in Cali til Sep, but I will need to find a good doc to go to. My husband is AF and we will be around Travis Air Force base...

[west coast style]

^ I suggest visiting:

215physicians.html (http://www.canorml.org/prop/215physicians.html)

Then enter in the zip code or county. I searched for physician's around Fairfield, but it seems like the closest physician's offices are across the bridge in Concord/Antioch.

[rachem86]

thanks a ton :)

[Oldog4tz]

i'm going to suggest a Dr. Lucido in Berkely - i know it's a drive, but the man is very ethical and extremely well-versed in conditions such as described