Why Medical Cannabis
Healing Naturally with Cannabis
Humans have utilized cannabis as a healing plant for thousands of years, with historical records tracing back to ancient China, India, Egypt, and the Middle East. Traditional medical systems incorporated cannabis to alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, soothe the nervous system, enhance sleep quality, and relieve digestive disorders. In the 19th and early 20th centuries, cannabis was commonly prescribed in Western medicine until modern regulations limited its use. Today, scientific research is rediscovering and validating many of these traditional applications, facilitating the renewed integration of medical cannabis into modern, patient-centered care.
Currently, the state of Hawaii has legalized the medical use of cannabis for patients with qualifying medical conditions. To obtain Hawaii cannabis cards, patients can undergo a cannabis evaluation for the following conditions:
- Severe Pain
- Severe Nausea
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Severe/Persistent Muscle Spasm, including Crohn's disease
- Glaucoma
- Cancer
- HIV/Aids
- Lupus
- Epilepsy/Seizures
- PTSD
- Other conditions as determined necessary by your primary care doctor.
Our Approach
Many patients use medical cannabis as an alternative, or in addition to, pharmaceutical medications to assist with symptom relief caused by their qualifying health condition. Cannabis is typically well-tolerated, and many patients are pleased to discover a natural and effective alternative to relying solely on pharmaceuticals. We are happy to assist patients through cannabis evaluations and provide guidance on obtaining Hawaii cannabis cards to determine if medical cannabis is appropriate for you and your condition.
Our Expertise
We have assisted hundreds of patients in navigating the process of obtaining their Hawaii cannabis cards and medical cannabis. Our staff is skilled in helping you create your application with the Hawaii Department of Health and will conduct a cannabis evaluation using your existing medical records to determine your eligibility for medical cannabis. If you haven't had your condition diagnosed by a doctor yet, we can help with this process as well (please note this will require a longer appointment and may involve obtaining your medical records, labs, or imaging).
Mobile or Virtual Visits
We offer mobile/ house call visits and telehealth appointments.
House calls are based on provider availability.
Initial appointments can be conducted virtually if you are able to provide medical records verifying your condition at the time of your appointment. Otherwise, you will need to schedule an in-person visit to establish care. When it's time to renew your card, you can choose to have an in-person or telehealth/virtual appointment.
Travel Fees for mobile visits are as follows:
<5 miles from Wailuku- $25
5-10 miles from Wailuku- $50
10-25 miles from Wailuku- $75
>25 miles from Wailuku- Please call us for a quote
*Mileage calculated from Wailuku Public Library
aPPOINTMENT TYPES
INITIAL CANNABIS EVALUATION- In person or telehealth- $105 plus travel fee (if applicable)
CANNABIS CARD RENEWAL- $105 for 1 year or $150 for 2 years (plus travel fee, if applicable)
CANNABIS CARD RENEWAL- $105 for 1 year or $150 for 2 years (plus travel fee, if applicable)
Complete your 329 application for Hawaii cannabis cards on the Hawaii Dept of Health Website prior to your appointment. Bring your medical records verifying your qualifying condition for a cannabis evaluation. We will review your qualifying condition and answer any questions you have about medical cannabis use during your appointment.
20 min
Application assist available for an additional $25 fee.
CANNABIS CARD RENEWAL- $105 for 1 year or $150 for 2 years (plus travel fee, if applicable)
CANNABIS CARD RENEWAL- $105 for 1 year or $150 for 2 years (plus travel fee, if applicable)
CANNABIS CARD RENEWAL- $105 for 1 year or $150 for 2 years (plus travel fee, if applicable)
If you received your previous Hawaii cannabis cards from our provider (Dr. Stephanie Dent DNP, APRN), be sure to schedule your renewal with us! You can renew for 1 or 2 years, as long as you are renewing for the same condition you were evaluated for during your cannabis evaluation. Appointments can be conducted in-person or via telehealth. Please call us before submitting your application if you have questions about your eligibility for a one or two year card upon renewal.
Application assistance is available for an additional $25 fee.
CANNABIS CARD EVALUATION PLUS QUALIFYING CONDITION EVALUATION
CANNABIS CARD RENEWAL- $105 for 1 year or $150 for 2 years (plus travel fee, if applicable)
CANNABIS CARD EVALUATION PLUS QUALIFYING CONDITION EVALUATION
Get a holistic workup to evaluate your condition through a cannabis evaluation. This option is for you if you have not previously had your qualifying condition assessed by a medical provider. Schedule an appointment with us to diagnose your medical condition and recommend a holistic treatment plan, which may include obtaining labs, imaging, and prior medical records. *Create your 329 application for Hawaii cannabis cards prior to your appointment.* 60 min - $250 plus travel fee if applicable. Application assistance is available for an additional $25 fee.