A study of the “Training and Practices of Cannabis Dispensary Staff” published in” Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research” reports that 94% of dispensary staff provide specific cannabis advice to patients. Only 55% report some formal training for their position and only 20% report some medical or scienti [Read More]
Dr. David Zainey
Vaping Related Illnesses
According to news reports, a case of vaping related illness has been reported in Clark County, Ohio as well as a number of other cases throughout the state. This may cause concern for our patients who have chosen to vape. In an effort to keep our patient’s informed, here are the current CDC rec [Read More]
What is holistic medicine used for?
Holistic medicine focuses on healing the mind, body, and spirit by concentrating on the whole person, not just the symptoms of illness or disease. Holistic medicine does this by attending to the overall health of a patient, including the environmental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of one’s b [Read More]
Benefits of Medical Cannabis
Medical cannabis, more commonly known as medical marijuana, refers to marijuana that is prescribed by a qualified medical professional to relieve or treat symptoms of a specific illness or condition. If you have been diagnosed with a qualifying condition and believe that medical marijuana may prove [Read More]
Complementary Medicine vs. Alternative Medicine
Many people confuse complementary medicine and alternative medicine. Indeed, both are grouped under the umbrella of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). Both refer to the use of nontraditional therapies. However, when these methods are used in conjunction with traditional medical care, [Read More]
Medical Marijuana vs. Cannabinoids
Thanks to its widespread adoption across the nation, medical marijuana seems to be in the news a lot these days. Discussion sometimes centers around “cannabinoids,” “THC,” “CBD,” and more. So, what’s the difference between all these terms? And what’s their relationship to medical marijuana? C [Read More]
How Can Medical Marijuana Help With Chronic Pain in Ohio?
Medical marijuana has made a tremendous headway as a medical treatment over the past few decades. Several studies have proven medical marijuana to be a safe and effective treatment for a variety of illnesses and conditions. One of these conditions is chronic pain. There are a variety of ways to [Read More]
The Typical Medical Marijuana Patient in Ohio by Dr. David Zainey
1. Fighting Misconceptions: As the Ohio Medical Marijuana program rolls out, we would like to dispel some of the misconceptions about who is seeking to use medical marijuana and provide factual information to the general public about who the people using this therapy really are. Patients may be of [Read More]
