Medical Cannabis in Alberta
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Medical cannabis can provide relief for people suffering from nausea, pain, and low appetite.
Cannabis has two primary active ingredients: THC and CBD:
- THC causes a kind of “high” that alters your emotions, behaviour, and conscious thought process
- CBD is commonly associated with pain relief, relaxation, and improved sleep
Many strains of cannabis exist, each with its own balance of THC and CBD. Since the effects of each strain can vary greatly from one to the next, finding the right strain for your needs and temperament is vital for effective treatment.
Schedule an appointment with a medical doctor today and learn more about what types of medical cannabis might be right for you.
The Consultation
In order to purchase medical cannabis through Optimum Wellness, you’ll need a prescription from a medical doctor. Appointments take place over the phone, and are covered by Alberta Health Services.
Your doctor will ask you a series of questions to determine your candidacy for medical cannabis. If you are an appropriate candidate, your doctor will then write you a prescription and one of our educators will put you in touch with a licensed producer so that you can purchase the appropriate product for your needs.
The Diagnosis
Much of the research supporting the use of medical cannabis is still relatively new, so some doctors may be reluctant to prescribe it. The best ways to increase your chances of getting a prescription for medical cannabis are to provide documentation supporting your experience and be honest about your medical history so that your doctor can make an informed decision.
During your appointment, talk to your doctor about:
- How your condition or its symptoms impact your life
- The other therapies you’ve tried (and how they may have failed to provide adequate results)
- Your plan for using medical cannabis responsibly (including how you plan to consume it)
Medical Cannabis FAQ
FAQs
What Can Medical Cannabis Be Used to Treat?
Ongoing research is investigating the potential for medical cannabis to help with symptoms of:
- Alzheimer’s
- Loss of appetite and eating disorders
- Cancer
- Chron’s disease
- Autoimmune diseases (including MS and HIV/AIDS)
- Epilepsy
- Glaucoma
- Muscle spasms
- Nausea
- Pain (acute or chronic)
- Seizures
- Wasting syndrome
- Various mental health challenges
Does Alberta Health Cover My Purchase of Cannabis Products?
Alberta Health services only covers the cost of your appointment. They will not cover the costs of any medical cannabis products you purchase in the event that your doctor writes you a prescription.
How Can I Learn More or Schedule My Appointment?
Easy! Call Telehealth at 1-855-563-0667 to find out more about how we may be able to help you.
Can I Buy Medical Cannabis Without a Prescription?
Yes. You can purchase medical cannabis without a prescription at a cannabis store. However, to claim the prescription through your benefits you’ll need a prescription written by a medical doctor.
How Often Do I Need to Get My Prescription Renewed?
If your doctor writes you a prescription for medical cannabis, you will need to book a renewal once every three months to continue being able to purchase it. We follow the same process for booking renewals as we do for setting up initial appointments.
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I was referred by a friend to Jency Henry Physiotherapist at Macleod trail Optimum for my back pain. She is amazing, she knows what she is doing. She was explaining during the assessment and treatment session about what are my issues and what needs to be treated or taken care. I was very satisfied about her approach in treating my pain. I came to understand about my body better like my weakness and tightness. I feel very light as if most of my weight has been off from my back after my session.
Shirley V.
Just have to thank Dr. Nina!!! The chiropractic care I receive is outstanding and with such precision and creativity! I have an autoimmune condition called Scleroderma which causes extreme mis-alignment and muscle/joint pain. After an adjustment I feel amazing and helps me to cope with the symtoms so I don’t have to take pharmaceuticals that often. Also, I notice my low blood pressure is back to normal since I have been seeing Dr. Nina. I am so relieved I can start up my adjustments again. I have referred my nieces, my sister, and my friend and they all are of the same opinion!! Dr. Nina is my Chiropractor for life!!!
Corinne C.
I highly recommend Nicole, I had my first massage with her today and it was very relaxing and took a lot of the stress out of my body from the last few months. I felt very comfortable with Nicole, she is easy going, respectful and professional. It was just the perfect combination of touch and light conversation at the right time. I will most definitely be going back to Nicole in the future.
Viv
Made the mistake of going to another provider based on them open on Saturday, what a mistake. Minimal relieve and care. I returned to Dr. Jamie Mulholland in Airdrie and what a difference. Hips line up, pain on standing gone, not hunched over due to lower and upper back pain, headaches relieve in the first visit back to Dr. Jamie. Won’t venture away again.
Mike V.
Realiza of Sunridge location is highly recommended for her massage skills. She takes time to understand client’s concern and offers an effective approach to address them.
Katherine
I’ve been a patient of Dr. Jackie Fairbourn for over 8 years and I highly recommend her as an amazingly gifted healing facilitator. She continues to impress me with her openness to adding gentle healing approaches to her extensive chiropractic skill set. Lately I have particularly enjoyed the tension-relieving benefits resulting from receiving Body Code, Emotional Code and now, Network Care. I appreciate her calm, informed and intuitive healing support.
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