Understanding the Law for Physicians

The purpose of this page is to address some of the Frequently Asked Questions from Physicians regarding Medical Marijuana Laws.

I am a board certified physician. What are the laws in my state for recommending medical marijuana to a patient?

Laws for medical marijuana vary from one state to another. It is important that you are aware of the specific laws in the state in which you practice. Please click below to be directed to medical marijuana resources specific to your state:

Alaska

Do you have any additional resources for understanding the law in my state?

For additional information on the medical marijuana laws in your state, NORML, Americans for Safe Access, and Medical Marijuana ProCon are all excellent resources.

I would consider recommending medical marijuana, but have never done so before. Where do I begin?

Begin by reviewing the Benefits of Medical Marijuana. Next, review the law for recommending medical marijuana in your state. Remember that the law differs from one state to another, so be sure to read the law specifically for the state in which you practice. Lastly, you may wish to seek legal advice from a professional.

What do other physicians think of recommending medical marijuana?

Just as with any course of treatment, opinions on the use of medical marijuana differ.

For a sampling of different physician opinions, please click here to be directed to Physician's Views on Medical Marijuana, provided by Medical Marijuana ProCon.

Click here for a comprehensive list of Peer Reviewed Medical Studies on Marijuana, also available on Medical Marijuana ProCon.

What if I have questions that are not addressed here?

At AoMMC, we are here to help. If you have questions that are not addressed on our website, please e-mail us at community@aommc.org. We will do our best to find the answer and post it on our site for future reference.