Introduction

Five years ago, I too may have espoused opinions that medical marijuana was a lie, but after continual experiences in the ED and talking to cancer and geriatric patients, I found that Cannabis could be a tool to reduce patient suffering.

I began researching Cannabis and speaking with patients to understand more about this unusual plant, and I was compelled to change my perspective. I sincerely believe my colleagues can (and I urge them to) do the same: Listen to patients and other respected physicians who are seeing patients who use Cannabis and read the research. You may be surprised.