Attitudes towards medical marijuana use are changing. With state legislature legalizing cannabis for qualified patients, this opens the door for those suffering to find relief. Staten Island residents can now apply for their medical marijuana card if they meet the state’s criteria.
To determine if you’re a candidate for the New York Medical Marijuana Program, you’ll have to meet with a state-approved medical practitioner.
The conditions listed under the Compassionate Care Act are limited to those that the state feels would benefit from medical cannabis. These include those suffering from:
Conditions that cause patients to struggle with severe symptoms like seizures and chronic pain can also qualify. Be sure to check to see if your condition qualifies you.
Meeting with a certifying physician is the first step to obtaining your medical marijuana card. This ensures that only those who benefit from its use receive this treatment.
The doctor you meet with must be registered with the state and legally able to provide certifications. Be sure to check ahead before making an appointment.
The doctor will need you to provide two things:
During your appointment, the doctor will assess if cannabis is a good treatment option for you. If they feel that it is, you’ll get a written certification verifying they’ve approved your use with the Department of Health. You can then fill out an MMJ card application on the DOH website.
As New York’s City’s southernmost borough, Staten Island has access to some of the finest doctors in the world. If you don’t want to cross into the city, there are excellent options closer to home. MarijuanaDoctors.com can help you narrow your search results and find doctors less than five miles away.
Check out the New York Department of Health’s website, which lists all registered doctors who have agreed to let their information be made public. Most Staten Island doctors are listed under Richmond County. You’ll find a range of specialties to choose from.
If leaving home is not an option for you, telemedicine appointments are available with some of the area’s best doctors. Discuss your condition in the privacy that only your home can provide using online video feeds.
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