DONT ask your doctor for a prescription.. He most likely wont, and most likely wouldnt understand. Save the time, the effort, and the awkwardness and go to L.A. And see a compassionate Pot doctor.
U will get your recommendation(prescription) same day. shop the next(24hrs to get you in the system) or they will send you to they're sponsored dispensary right after. The actual CARD you hear about is optional to get. A fee around $15 for that. All you really NEED is a California ID, and your recommendation from the doc. Always Always take your recommendation to canna clubs. They wont let you in. Some are cooler than others, but thats for you to find out.

sry for the long post... Palm springs has only ONE dispensary worth going to. Has 2 though. Some buds are a lil pricey, but they are DANK so its all good.. Anyone been to Herbology? Its so chill medicating there.. lol off topic Peace:rasta: