Your Doctor Won't Talk About Medical Cannabis? Five Questions That Change That

Dr. Joseph Rosado addresses why many physicians remain silent on medical cannabis, citing gaps in medical education, legal concerns, and persistent stigma as key barriers. The article explores what current evidence actually supports regarding cannabis therapeutics and provides five strategic questions patients can ask to initiate informed discussions with their healthcare providers. By understanding doctors' hesitations and armed with evidence-based talking points, patients can transform the conversation around medical cannabis into a productive dialogue about potential benefits, risks, and drug interactions that affects their specific health conditions.