Pages tagged “student”
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Happy Holidays from ACS!
The Association of Cannabinoid Specialists wishes you a warm, peaceful, and merry holiday season. Let's reflect on some of the accomplishments we've made together in 2024.
Written by Kelsey Engvik
December 10, 2024 -
5 Things Medical Students Should Know About Medical Cannabis
With 10+ years counseling patients on the use of medical cannabis, here are 5 tips I wish I had known earlier in my career.
Written by Adam Abodeely
November 12, 2024 -
Member Spotlight: Bria Brumfield
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself.
A: My name is Bria N. Brumfield. I am 23 years old with a Bachelors of science in Health Science from Spelman College. I am currently receiving my Master of Science in Biotechnology & Medical Cannabis Therapy while being a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator at Lurie Children’s Hospital in Chicago, IL.
Written by Kelsey Engvik
November 05, 2024 -
Psychedelics: A Clinical Perspective
On Tuesday, October 22, 2024, the Association of Cannabinoid Specialists welcomed Eugene Vortsman, DO to present on Psychedelic Medicine: A Clinical Perspective.
Written by Kelsey Engvik
October 28, 2024 -
Member Spotlight: Alicia Schaal, BSN, RN, PHN
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself.
A: My name is Alicia Schaal, I am a health care professional, and I'm the owner and CEO of Midwest Cannabis Professionals, LLC, a medical cannabis consulting company based in Minneapolis, MN.
Written by Kelsey Engvik
September 17, 2024 -
Opportunities for Pharmacists in the Cannabis Industry: How to be Prepared
While cannabis as medicine is not new, the healthcare provider’s venture into the cannabis industry may be a new journey for many. In state medical marijuana programs doctors are the people who “recommend” cannabis (presently there is no actual prescription for cannabis).
Written by Megan Peterson
August 20, 2024 -
Overview of Minor Cannabinoids, Terpenes, and Potential Uses
On July 23, 2024, the Association of Cannabinoid Specialists was proud to invite ACS President and Founder Jordan Tishler, MD back to the podium as he presented on an Overview of Minor Cannabinoids, Terpenes, and Potential Uses.
Written by Kelsey Engvik
July 25, 2024 -
Communicating Cannabis Use Before Surgery
On June 18, 2024, the Association of Cannabinoid Specialists was proud to host the symposium “Communicating Cannabis Use Before Surgery”, featuring Deondra Asike, MD, double board certified in anesthesiology and pain medicine. In this symposium, Dr. Asike discusses the risks associated with cannabis use before surgery.
Written by Kelsey Engvik
June 20, 2024 -
Ask Us Anything: A Student Education Forum
On March 26, the Association of Cannabinoid Specialists (www.cannaspecialists.com) hosted an event in conjunction with the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy. The event was career focused and used an Ask Us Anything template with questions submitted by students prior to the event.
Written by Kelsey Engvik
April 01, 2024 -
Ask Us Anything: Career Event
The Association of Cannabinoid Specialists (ACS) hosted its inaugural "Ask Us Anything" event in collaboration with the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy's Graduate Studies in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics (MCST) program.
Written by Kelsey Engvik
March 26, 2024