Cannabis, marijuana, is legal in the states of Washington, Oregon, and Colorado for both medical and recreational use. Is it as benign as proponents say? No. Are the warnings of "Refer Madness" true? No. On January 21st, 2017 at the Washington AGD Educational Center we will talk about what is true about the benefits of medical marijuana. We will also talk about the harm it can do, especially to young people. This discussion is based on current science. 

Few dentists or other healthcare practitioners understand what cannabis does, positive or negative. The cannabinoid system in the human body is enormously important in controlling such diverse mechanisms as pain, mood, and inflammation. Hacking this system with cannabis drugs can be beneficial and it can be dangerous.  Learn how it works and what we actually know.   In the morning I will explain the essentials of the pharmacology and physiology of cannabis. I will then talk about the relevance to treatment both from a dentist's perspective and an anesthesiologist's perspective.  Blaine Chatterton is a chronic pain patient and marijuana consultant. He will talk about his real life experience and his experience as a consultant for people seeking relief. In the afternoon, William Griesar, PhD, Neurophysiology WSU Vancouver, will lead an exploration of the science of cannabinoids. Included is Jeff Leake, MFA regarding the effect of these drugs on artists developing works of art. Ram Kandasamy, PhD will discuss his latest research on cannabinoids. Cole Dawson, undergraduate, WSU Vancouver, will be leading an examination of brain specimens. At the end of the day there will be a panel discussion to answer your questions. The most critical information that we all should know as doctors, patients, and parents will be available to you.

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