The Cannabis Clinician's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis brings medical experts from around the globe to answer your questions about cannabinoids. This is hosted by Mary Clifton, M.D., a board-certified, licensed, internal medicine doctor. She is a best-selling author and consultant and a highly recognized expert and speaker on the impacts and applications of CBD and Cannabis. She is a sought-after speaker with an impressive list of former clients and speaks at major cannabinoid events around the world, including Africa, Europe and Asia. 

On this episode of The Cannabis Clinician's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis, host Mary Clifton, MD speaks with Sherry Yafai, MD, of The Releaf Institute, with a mission is to educate individuals on how to use cannabis products to accomplish their personal goals for medical treatment as well as decrease the number of pharmaceutical medications. This discussion is framed around bettering the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, be mitigating the muscular effects of Parkinsonism, as well as combatting cognitive symptoms and associated sleep disorders, all with cannabis. Dr. Clifton and Dr. Yates talk about the options for Parkinson’s patients to incorporate cannabinoids into their treatment protocol while considering the nuances of this disease.

Sherry Yafai, MD is a Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physician who transitioned into Cannabis Medicine in 2017. Dr. Sherry currently sits on the Board of the Society of Cannabis Clinicians and Women's Health & Wellness. She offers individual counseling, management of medications in a personalized, private practice. Dr. Sherry believes in empowering patients to participate in their care. Her approach is direct and action-focused. 

[04:06] Why “disrupt” a conventional medicine career in favor of cannabis?

[12:26] Pharmacological and non-pharmacologic approaches for Parkinson’s disease

[16:16] Night and sleep disturbances, and muscle stiffness in Parkinson’s

[23:16] Best consumption methods for Parkinson’s- with age considerations

[30:11] A Parkinson’s Cade Study: Analyzing breakthrough pain

[37:17] Risk evaluation

[47:20] Terpene benefits for Parkinson’s

Keywords: medical cannabis, cannabis, weed, THC, CBD, medical marijuana, mary clifton, dr. mary clifton, parkinsons,Cannabis Clinician's Lounge

DISCLAIMER- This podcast is done in collaboration with the National Association of Cannabis Businesses, Csequence, and cbdandcannabisinfo.com. The information on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis brings medical experts from around the globe to answer your questions about cannabinoids. The Doctor's Lounge is hosted by Mary Clifton, M.D., a board-certified, licensed, internal medicine doctor. She is a best-selling author and consultant and a highly recognized expert and speaker on the impacts and applications of CBD and Cannabis. She is a sought-after speaker with an impressive list of former clients and speaks at major cannabinoid events around the world, including Africa, Europe and Asia. 

On this episode of The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis, moderator Zachary Moore, PhD, Senior Director at Csequence, joins host Mary Clifton, MD, and Jeffrey S. Block, MD, a healthcare consultant specializing in botanical medicines and is the founder of Nurturing Nature Group. Today, they discuss all things relating to opioid abuse and how cannabis can mitigate cravings and withdrawals.

Jeffrey S. Block, M.D. is a nationally respected authority in both the health-care and natural earth sciences concerning botanical medicine education and research, and the principal partner  of Nurturing NatureGroup Consultants, a professional independent consultancy providing client organizations with advanced scientific guidance. This industry-wide consultancy provides insight by translating the evolving new science’s evidence-based objective data. These essential analyses benefit a client’s ultimate success by providing knowledge of critical competitive advantages needed to reach performance goals.

[07:50] Current opioid users and its potential misuse

[14:59] Ethics of withdrawal medication combined with cannabis

[22:11] Where to begin looking for specific treatment for back pain

[35:19] The future of legal cannabis prescriptions in substitution for opiates

[42:54] Clinics and their administration of opioids

[46:05] Discussing the chances of ending the national opioid crisis

DISCLAIMER- This podcast is done in collaboration with the National Association of Cannabis Businesses, Csequence, and cbdandcannabisinfo.com. The information on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. 

The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis brings medical experts from around the globe to answer your questions about cannabinoids. The Doctor's Lounge is hosted by Mary Clifton, M.D., a board-certified, licensed, internal medicine doctor. She is a best-selling author and consultant and a highly recognized expert and speaker on the impacts and applications of CBD and Cannabis. She is a sought-after speaker with an impressive list of former clients and speaks at major cannabinoid events around the world, including Africa, Europe and Asia. 

On this episode of The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis, moderator Zachary Moore, PhD, Senior Director at Csequence, joins host Mary Clifton, MD, and Patricia Frye, MD, an independent physician consultant who sees the value of cannabis and cannabinoid medication and the role they play in homeostasis and the management of pain and chronic disease. She is exceptionally experienced in guiding patients of all ages through the process of adding medicinal cannabis and other evidence-based methods to their therapeutic regimen.

​Dr Patricia Frye is an independent physician consultant who sees the value of cannabis and cannabinoid medication  and the role they play in homeostasis and the management of pain and chronic disease. She is currently evaluating and managing patients who are seeking medicinal cannabis either as a primary or adjunct therapy for illnesses such as chronic pain syndromes, neurodegenerative disorders, gastrointestinal disease, seizures, autoimmune disease, insomnia, cancer, anorexia, and mood disorders. While euphoria can be a respite for patients with high levels of stress or chronic pain, many forms of cannabis are non-impairing and can be beneficial to patients who are looking for symptom relief without the “high”, dizziness, or other side effects associated with Δ9-THC.

[03:22] The endocannabinoid system & the immune system interactions

[11:25] The innate v.s. adaptive immune systems

[16:19] Gastrointestinal autoimmune disorders and modes of administrations

[21:19] When smoking isn’t ideal as a mode of delivery 

[31:25] Classes of medications that may contraindicated cannabis

[40:15] CBD and its iterations in inflammatory skin conditions

DISCLAIMER- This podcast is done in collaboration with the National Association of Cannabis Businesses, Csequence, and cbdandcannabisinfo.com. The information on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. 

The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis brings medical experts from around the globe to answer your questions about cannabinoids. The Doctor's Lounge is hosted by Mary Clifton, M.D., a board-certified, licensed, internal medicine doctor. She is a best-selling author and consultant and a highly recognized expert and speaker on the impacts and applications of CBD and Cannabis. She is a sought-after speaker with an impressive list of former clients and speaks at major cannabinoid events around the world, including Africa, Europe and Asia. 

On this episode of The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis, moderator Zachary Moore, PhD, Senior Director at Csequence, joins host Mary Clifton, MD, and Dustin Sulak D.O., an osteopathic physician and founder of Integr8 Health and Healer.com, a medical cannabis education resource. Today they talk about all things dosing, titrations, and routes of administration for cannabis.

Dustin Sulak, D.O. is an osteopathic physician, licensed in Maine as a general practitioner. He is an expert in integrative medicine, the intelligent combination of conventional and alternative approaches to healthcare. He has long been fascinated by mind-body medicine, spirituality in healthcare, and natural approaches to promoting health and healing. He is an expert in cranial and biodynamic osteopathy, a clinical hypnotherapist, Reiki sensei, practitioner of chi kung and yoga, and has studied with numerous conventional and alternative healers and physicians.

Dr. Sulak’s clinical practice focuses on treating refractory conditions in adults and children.  He received undergraduate degrees in nutrition science and biology from Indiana University, a doctorate of osteopathy from the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, and completed an osteopathic internship at Maine-Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency.  Dr. Sulak is the founder of Integr8 Health and Healer.com, a medical cannabis education resource.  He is a passionate teacher of clinicians, patients and industry professionals, and sits on the board of directors of two nonprofits focused on cannabis education, The Society of Cannabis Clinicians and Patients Out of Time.

Timestamps:

[03:20] Introduction to Dr. Sulak- why cannabis?

[09:10] What to consider when recommending routes of administration- is one route better than the other?

[16:18] The best approach to titrations: why low and slow works for most

[21:09] The entourage effect: what is it? Sensitization of cannabis

[33:23] Avoiding tolerance

[37:16] Hormetic stressors: adaptive mechanisms in the body that improve your adaptation to cannabis

[46:20] Routes of administration for children and teens prescribed medical cannabis

[52:31] Which chronic diseases deserve more recognition under medical cannabis laws?

DISCLAIMER- This podcast is done in collaboration with the National Association of Cannabis Businesses, Csequence, and cbdandcannabisinfo.com. The information on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. 

The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis brings medical experts from around the globe to answer your questions about cannabinoids. The Doctor's Lounge is hosted by Mary Clifton, M.D., a board-certified, licensed, internal medicine doctor. She is a best-selling author and consultant and a highly recognized expert and speaker on the impacts and applications of CBD and Cannabis. She is a sought-after speaker with an impressive list of former clients and speaks at major cannabinoid events around the world, including Africa, Europe and Asia. 

On this episode of The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis, host Mary Clifton, MD, interviews Jake F. Felice, ND, LMP, a cannabis author, clinician, educator and consultant whose vision is to advance the science and practical application of cannabis for medical and recreational markets around the world.  This episode covers cannabis for self-care, assisting your endocannabinoid system (even without cannabinoids), and much more.

Jake F. Felice, ND, LMP is a cannabis author, clinician, educator and consultant whose vision is to advance the science and practical application of cannabis for medical and recreational markets around the world. Dr. Felice provides world class education experiences by speaking authentically about hemp and cannabis.  He consults with healthcare providers and the general public.  His Category 1 CME courses for doctors, nurses and pharmacists has now been translated into four languages.  Dr. Felice is the founder of Cannabis Matrix Consulting, LLC, and he maintains a regular cannabis blog at drjakefelice.com.

Timestamps:

[01:55] Cannabis as a self-care tool. What is an adaptogen?

[05:27] Where did the endocannabinoid system come from, evolutionarily? How do deficiencies in the endocannabinoid system manifest itself?

[11:20] Cannabinoids for releasing social anxiety

[15:11] Looking for fats with cannabinoids

[17:40] How to keep the endocannabinoid system maintained, and healthy- without cannabinoids

[28:11] Modifying your cannabinoid protocol for your patients

DISCLAIMER- This podcast is done in collaboration with the National Association of Cannabis Businesses, Csequence, and cbdandcannabisinfo.com. The information on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. 

The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis brings medical experts from around the globe to answer your questions about cannabinoids. The Doctor's Lounge is hosted by Mary Clifton, M.D., a board-certified, licensed, internal medicine doctor. She is a best-selling author and consultant and a highly recognized expert and speaker on the impacts and applications of CBD and Cannabis. She is a sought-after speaker with an impressive list of former clients and speaks at major cannabinoid events around the world, including Africa, Europe and Asia. 

On this episode of The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis, moderator Zachary Moore, PhD, Senior Director at Csequence, joins host Mary Clifton, MD, and Saj Razvi, LPC, the Director of Education at the Psychedelic Somatic Institute, a psychedelic therapy training institute. This episode covers PTSD and trauma, cannabis use with psychedelics, and educating practitioners on the therapeutic effects of psychedelics. 

Saj Razvi, LPC. is a psychotherapist and Director of Education at PSI, a psychedelic therapy training institute and psilocybin based intensive treatment program in Amsterdam. He was a clinical researcher in the MAPS Phase 2 trial of MDMA-assisted therapy. Saj is the primary author of the Psychedelic Somatic Interactional Psychotherapy (PSIP) treatment manual. He has taught trauma studies as faculty at the University of Denver as well as being a national topic expert for PESI education seminars focusing on complex trauma. Saj’s primary interest is in the development of psychotherapeutic interventions that maximize the healing capacity of psychedelic medicine, and the grass roots adoption of psychedelic therapy through the use of cannabis by private practice clinicians. 

Timestamps:

[03:25] Improving psychotherapy outcomes: What is the standard for treating PTSD and trauma?

[09:10] What role does cannabis play in therapy and in the realm of psychedelics?

[16:10] The safety of cannabis in comparison to other psychedelics

[21:45] Psychedelic Somatic Interactional Psychotherapy (PSIP): understanding how it is used and its evolution across the country

[30:00] Are there any particular cannabinoids that can have the same effect as cannabis for helping trauma?

[35:56] How different types of trauma are processed and expressed

[46:32] How can one communicate these ideas to their own physicians or therapists?

[54:41] Implementing the PSIP model for patients with deep trauma: what were the results?

DISCLAIMER- This podcast is done in collaboration with the National Association of Cannabis Businesses, Csequence, and cbdandcannabisinfo.com. The information on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis brings medical experts from around the globe to answer your questions about cannabinoids. The Doctor's Lounge is hosted by Mary Clifton, M.D., a board-certified, licensed, internal medicine doctor. She is a best-selling author and consultant and a highly recognized expert and speaker on the impacts and applications of CBD and Cannabis. She is a sought-after speaker with an impressive list of former clients and speaks at major cannabinoid events around the world, including Africa, Europe and Asia. 

On this episode of The Doctor's Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis, moderator Zachary Moore, PhD, Senior Director at Csequence, joins host Mary Clifton, MD, and Genester Wilson-King, MD, FACOG, a Board-Certified Obstetrician and gynecologist. As a nationally recognized speaker on cannabis use and wellness, Dr. Wilson-King presents on cannabis in obstetrics, gynecology, and for the aging patient. This episode covers sexual health, including precoital anxiety, menopause, STIs, and the data about cannabis as a positive factor in your sex life.

About the Guest

Genester Wilson-King, MD is a Board-Certified Obstetrician and gynecologist with over 25 years of clinical experience providing compassionate and research-driven care to patients. After years of working as a full-service OB/GYN, she founded Victory Rejuvenation Center (VRC), a private holistic and preventive medicine practice that provides life-transforming management modalities and customized medicines to patients. 

As the Medical Director of VRC, she helps her patients age gracefully and achieve holistic wellbeing. Her expertise focuses on plant-based medicine, integrated health, nutrition, supplements, cannabis education, and hormone balance. Dr. Wilson-King primarily uses compounded plant-based medicines (FDA approved) and pharmaceutical grade supplements.

Dr. Wilson-King is a clinician advocate and educator on medical cannabis. She has spent extensive time in processing facilities, labs, farms, and dispensaries across the country and in Israel. She is Co-Vice President of the Society of Cannabis Clinicians, a non-profit that works to empower and educate healthcare providers on the use of cannabis medicine. She is also on the Board of the Doctors For Cannabis Regulation (DFCR), the first and only national physicians’ association dedicated to the legalization and regulation of cannabis for adults. Advancing the DFCR’s commitment to addressing the disproportionate criminalization of cannabis use among communities of color and the nation’s poor, she regularly provides expert opinions for legal cases involving cannabis. 

As a nationally recognized speaker on cannabis use and wellness, Dr. Wilson-King presents on cannabis in obstetrics, gynecology, and for the aging patient. She has held dozens of seminars throughout the state of Florida on premenstrual syndrome management, menopause, bioidentical hormone therapy, and aging from a holistic perspective.

Timestamps:

[08:48] The history of the compassionate use of cannabis to mitigate illness symptoms

[12:57] Endocannabinoid system and sexual function: how do they tie physiologically?

[18:13] The use of cannabis before sex: what the data suggests. What if only one partner uses cannabis?

[27:03] Pre-coital anxiety: how, specifically, can cannabis help people relax?

[32:38] Exploring dosage titrations and delivery methods: how to find what works relative to your “endocannabinoid tone”

[40:04] Latest research on women’s sexual health and cannabinoids

[48:57] How to have direct conversations with young patients about STIs

[50:22] Cannabis use during menopause

The Doctor’s Lounge: Clinical Perspectives on Cannabis Podcast brings medical experts from around the globe to answer your questions about cannabinoids. Moderated by Dr. Mary Clifton, M.D., a board-certified, licensed, internal medicine doctor, produced in partnership and collaboration by the National Association of Cannabis Businesses (NACB), Csequence, (1:1 Marketing + Science-Based Education for Sales Enablement), and CBDandCannabisInfo.com, founded by Dr. Mary Clifton.

DISCLAIMER- This podcast is done in collaboration with the National Association of Cannabis Businesses, Csequence, and cbdandcannabisinfo.com. The information on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

The Doctor's Lounge Podcast brings medical experts from around the globe to answer your questions about cannabinoids. The Doctor's Lounge is hosted by Mary Clifton, M.D., a board-certified, licensed, internal medicine doctor. She is a best-selling author and consultant and a highly recognized expert and speaker on the impacts and applications of CBD and Cannabis. She is a sought-after speaker with an impressive list of former clients and speaks at major cannabinoid events around the world, including Africa, Europe and Asia. 

About the Guest

Dr. Rachna Patel is a world-recognized expert in the field of Cannabinoid Medicine. She completed her undergraduate studies at Northwestern University (IL) & earned her medical degree from Touro University (CA).

After spending time training as an emergency medicine doctor and working with patients to help alleviate pain, Dr. Patel ventured into the field of Cannabinoid Medicine in 2012.  

In 2014, she started her own practice so that she could offer people care they otherwise didn't have access to. Her consultations have helped thousands of patients relieve their symptoms, transform their health & live a better quality of life with Cannabinoid products.

Now, on a mission to impact lives beyond her lifetime, she's published a book in partnership with Penguin Random House, reviews articles for Insider Inc., has established a YouTube channel with over 1 million views, and most importantly dedicates her time to educating other medical professionals about Cannabinoids.

For more info, visit www.DrRachnaPatel.com

Timestamps:

[07:09] THC use in cancer: slowing growth, mitigating chemotherapeutic symptoms, and palliative care

[11:47] Your skin and cannabinoids: helping with acne, psoriasis, hyperkeratinization, and any skin inflammation. Tips on combining topical cannabinoids to quell irritation with retinols (OTC beauty products with vitamin A derivatives) and retinoids such as Retin-A (tretinoin) or Differin (adapalene).

[16:45] Cannabinoids and the immune system: its ties to inflammation

[20:58] Nausea and loss of appetite: where is it coming from?

[22:33] Neurotransmitters and cannabinoids: how serotonin comes into play. How about hormonal imbalances?

[32:09] Combined CBD and THC for chronic pain. What about tolerance development?

[42:32] Maintenance of healthy sleep patterns with cannabinoids. What about the different sleep waves and dreaming?

DISCLAIMER- This podcast is done in collaboration with the National Association of Cannabis Businesses, Csequence, and cbdandcannabisinfo.com. The information on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.