If you’re in need of medical marijuana treatments, the first step is finding a certified medical professional registered with the state’s program. Our database connects you with doctors in and around Forest Hills who are qualified to provide a cannabis treatment recommendation.
Here is some information about how you can register for New York’s medical marijuana program.
Before visiting a doctor, determine if you have a condition that qualifies you for New York’s program. Your medical records should reflect that you have one of the following disorders or symptoms:
The Health Department also added any condition for which opioids could be prescribed as qualifying conditions in July 2018.
Not all physicians in New York state are certified to prescribe medical marijuana. They need to:
If your doctor doesn’t meet these criteria, they can easily go through the course to become qualified. However, not all doctors wish to register with the program.
If your PCP falls into that category, search our directory to find a doctor near you who can help. The state requires you have a long-standing relationship with your physician before they can make a marijuana recommendation, so make an appointment today.
After you receive your medical marijuana recommendation, you must complete an online application with New York’s program. This application must include:
If you believe medical marijuana could improve your quality of life, get started today. Use our site to find a doctor near you who is qualified to recommend you for the state’s cannabis program.
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