Cannabis in Healthcare: Understanding the Medical and Legal Landscape

Course overview

Upon completion of this activity, pharmacists will be able to: Describe the pharmacology and physiological effects of medical cannabis; Discuss the evolution of medical marijuana law in the United States; Review clinical indications and use of medical cannabis in different patient populations; Identify the legal issues for clinicians associated with medical cannabis use for patients; Explore strategies for communicating with patients about medical cannabis use. Upon completion of this activity, technicians will be able to: Describe the effects of medical cannabis; Discuss the evolution of medical marijuana law in the United States; Review clinical indications and use of medical cannabis in different patient populations; Identify the legal issues for clinicians associated with medical cannabis use for patients.