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Medical Marijuana Services

Compassionate Care for Patients Seeking Medical Cannabis

At Cardona Direct Primary Care, we provide compassionate, evidence-based care for patients who may benefit from medical marijuana. Our experienced physician, Dr. Sharon Reinertsen Garland, is a certified medical marijuana provider in the state of Florida, ready to guide you through the process of obtaining or renewing your certification.

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Sharon Reinertsen Garland, MD

Board Certified Family Medicine

Qualified Medical Marijuana Physician

Schedule Your Evaluation

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Contact our office today to schedule a medical marijuana evaluation and explore how this natural treatment may help improve your quality of life.

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What We Offer

New Patient Evaluations: $175

Dr. Garland will evaluate your medical history, current conditions, and symptoms to determine if you are eligible for medical marijuana certification under Florida law.​

 

​Re-Certification Evaluations: $150

For patients who already hold a medical marijuana card and need to renew their certification.

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The Certification Process

  1. Initial Evaluation: During your appointment, Dr. Garland will review your medical history and discuss your symptoms and treatment goals.

  2. Determining Eligibility: Based on Florida's criteria, Dr. Garland will determine if you qualify for medical marijuana.

  3. Registry Enrollment: If you qualify, Dr. Garland will enter your information into the Florida Medical Marijuana Use Registry. You will receive an email to complete your registration.

  4. Obtain Your Card: After completing your registration, you’ll receive your medical marijuana card, which is valid for 7 months. You’ll need to complete a re-certification every 210 days to continue accessing medical marijuana.

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Conditions Eligible for Medical Marijuana in Florida

According to Florida law, patients may qualify for medical marijuana if they have been diagnosed with one or more of the following conditions:

  1. Cancer

  2. Epilepsy

  3. Glaucoma

  4. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

  5. Crohn’s Disease

  6. Parkinson’s Disease

  7. Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

  8. Anxiety

  9. Insomnia

  10. Chronic nonmalignant pain (caused by a qualifying medical condition)

  11. Other debilitating medical conditions comparable to those listed

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How Medical Marijuana Works

Medical marijuana works by targeting the endocannabinoid system, which helps regulate key bodily functions. THC and CBD, the main cannabinoids in marijuana, interact with CB1 and CB2 receptors to provide relief from symptoms like pain, inflammation, nausea, and anxiety, depending on the medical condition being treated. Scientific research supports its therapeutic use for conditions like chronic pain, anxiety, seizures, and more.

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