new and in need of guidance

[skydivr]

i have only just recently learned that my state of new mexico has adopted a medical marijuana program. i have self medicated for years, at great risk to my freedom, and now my heart soars that there is a possibility of getting the medicine i need without being criminal about it. however since i have not ever considered that this was a possibility, i really don't know where to start. i have been doing a tremendous amount of research and it all boils down to one thing, finding the right doctor! i do not currently have a family doctor so i am pretty much starting from scratch. Q. is there any way to tell if/or find out if a particular doctor is sympathetic and understanding of medical cannabis? Q. are there any medical cannabis specialists in southern new mexico?
i read alot about people getting the "laugh-off". if this happens do you just keep finding new doctors until you find one that is sympathetic? wouldn't this become exorbitantly expensive?
i truly am lost can anyone help me?
can anyone give guidance and start me down the right path?
any and all help is greatly appreciated

skydivr Reviewed by skydivr on 02-21-2010. new and in need of guidance i have only just recently learned that my state of new mexico has adopted a medical marijuana program. i have self medicated for years, at great risk to my freedom, and now my heart soars that there is a possibility of getting the medicine i need without being criminal about it. however since i have not ever considered that this was a possibility, i really don't know where to start. i have been doing a tremendous amount of research and it all boils down to one thing, finding the right doctor! i Rating: 5

[Totah Sam]

i have only just recently learned that my state of new mexico has adopted a medical marijuana program. i have self medicated for years, at great risk to my freedom, and now my heart soars that there is a possibility of getting the medicine i need without being criminal about it. however since i have not ever considered that this was a possibility, i really don't know where to start. i have been doing a tremendous amount of research and it all boils down to one thing, finding the right doctor! i do not currently have a family doctor so i am pretty much starting from scratch. Q. is there any way to tell if/or find out if a particular doctor is sympathetic and understanding of medical cannabis? Q. are there any medical cannabis specialists in southern new mexico?
i read alot about people getting the "laugh-off". if this happens do you just keep finding new doctors until you find one that is sympathetic? wouldn't this become exorbitantly expensive?
i truly am lost can anyone help me?
can anyone give guidance and start me down the right path?
any and all help is greatly appreciated

My doctor (like me) is Mormon. He refused to recommend MM. I went to Dr. Stoller in Santa Fe. He said I was a prime candidate after in depth questioning and a very careful review of my medical records. He even typed up a cover letter for me. He doesn't mess around.

[bedrockbob]

i have only just recently learned that my state of new mexico has adopted a medical marijuana program. i have self medicated for years, at great risk to my freedom, and now my heart soars that there is a possibility of getting the medicine i need without being criminal about it. however since i have not ever considered that this was a possibility, i really don't know where to start. i have been doing a tremendous amount of research and it all boils down to one thing, finding the right doctor! i do not currently have a family doctor so i am pretty much starting from scratch. Q. is there any way to tell if/or find out if a particular doctor is sympathetic and understanding of medical cannabis? Q. are there any medical cannabis specialists in southern new mexico?
i read alot about people getting the "laugh-off". if this happens do you just keep finding new doctors until you find one that is sympathetic? wouldn't this become exorbitantly expensive?
i truly am lost can anyone help me?
can anyone give guidance and start me down the right path?
any and all help is greatly appreciated

I called about twelve numbers.They were the doctors that my insurance company would pay for. Most of these doctors had an answering machine, and some were part of a group practice and had a receptionist. I told them right up front what my condition was, that I wanted to be evaluated for medical marijuana, and if the doctor was willing to do that then he could call me back.

I got three calls back and I saw a doctor the next day. These were all psychiatrist MD's. This was in Santa Fe. Still, if I could locate three doctors in one day it is possible.

Dr. Stoller has been mentioned. He is in Santa Fe and is a great fellow. I know that there are three nurse practitioners, three doctors, and three psychiatrists in the Santa Fe area that are willing to consider it as well. I am sure that Albuquerque has many more than Sante Fe, and I have heard of one doctor in T or C. I know that my old doctor in Las Cruces would recommend it for me, and I would suspect she would not hesitate if she knew that a person had a legal qualifying condition. Silver City is just stuffed full of young, liberal doctors and nurse practitioners. I have no specific info, but I will bet there are doctors there as well. I know there are doctors that serve Las Vegas and Santa Rosa one day a week (from Santa Fe) that will recommend.

But if you live in east of the mountains you are probably a screwed goose. And then there is Farmington and it probably no fun finding a doc there either.

[coolslayer]

Please see my "Are you looking for a doctor to recommend MMJ?" thread.

[skydivr]

I called about twelve numbers.They were the doctors that my insurance company would pay for. Most of these doctors had an answering machine, and some were part of a group practice and had a receptionist. I told them right up front what my condition was, that I wanted to be evaluated for medical marijuana, and if the doctor was willing to do that then he could call me back.

I got three calls back and I saw a doctor the next day. These were all psychiatrist MD's. This was in Santa Fe. Still, if I could locate three doctors in one day it is possible.

Dr. Stoller has been mentioned. He is in Santa Fe and is a great fellow. I know that there are three nurse practitioners, three doctors, and three psychiatrists in the Santa Fe area that are willing to consider it as well. I am sure that Albuquerque has many more than Sante Fe, and I have heard of one doctor in T or C. I know that my old doctor in Las Cruces would recommend it for me, and I would suspect she would not hesitate if she knew that a person had a legal qualifying condition. Silver City is just stuffed full of young, liberal doctors and nurse practitioners. I have no specific info, but I will bet there are doctors there as well. I know there are doctors that serve Las Vegas and Santa Rosa one day a week (from Santa Fe) that will recommend.

But if you live in east of the mountains you are probably a screwed goose. And then there is Farmington and it probably no fun finding a doc there either.

i live in las cruces could you maybe point me toward your doctor here? you can send me a pm to skydivr1(at)hotmail(dot)com
much appreciated!!

[coolslayer]

i live in las cruces could you maybe point me toward your doctor here? you can send me a pm to skydivr1(at)hotmail(dot)com
much appreciated!!

Already sent one,I do believe.

[skydivr]

thanks to everyone. the information gotten so far has been a tremendous help. this could possibly be the most helpful and empathetic community there is and it is a testament to the goodness that still remains in people in this time when most would ignore a cry for help in any form.

thanx

[coolslayer]

That is true.When you get your card,you can join another helpful group.

[4kristin]

i too live in Las Cruces and am a candidate for the medicinal marijuana program. but, i'm having a hard time finding a doc to prescribe it for me. to anyone who knows a doctor in the area; would you be willing to share your knowledge with me? i would greatly appreciate any help. thanks... kautry(at)nmsu(dot)edu

[allegrobay]

I also just moved to las cruces and i would love to find a doctor to give me MM, ive never been prescribed it before.. could someone help me out?