The Doctor's Lounge Podcast brings medical experts from around the globe to answer your questions about cannabinoids. The Doctor's Lounge is hosted by Mary Clifton, M.D., a board-certified, licensed, internal medicine doctor. She is a best-selling author and consultant and a highly recognized expert and speaker on the impacts and applications of CBD and Cannabis. She is a sought-after speaker with an impressive list of former clients and speaks at major cannabinoid events around the world, including Africa, Europe and Asia. 

About the Guest

Dr. Rachna Patel is a world-recognized expert in the field of Cannabinoid Medicine. She completed her undergraduate studies at Northwestern University (IL) & earned her medical degree from Touro University (CA).

After spending time training as an emergency medicine doctor and working with patients to help alleviate pain, Dr. Patel ventured into the field of Cannabinoid Medicine in 2012.  

In 2014, she started her own practice so that she could offer people care they otherwise didn't have access to. Her consultations have helped thousands of patients relieve their symptoms, transform their health & live a better quality of life with Cannabinoid products.

Now, on a mission to impact lives beyond her lifetime, she's published a book in partnership with Penguin Random House, reviews articles for Insider Inc., has established a YouTube channel with over 1 million views, and most importantly dedicates her time to educating other medical professionals about Cannabinoids.

For more info, visit www.DrRachnaPatel.com

Timestamps:

[07:09] THC use in cancer: slowing growth, mitigating chemotherapeutic symptoms, and palliative care

[11:47] Your skin and cannabinoids: helping with acne, psoriasis, hyperkeratinization, and any skin inflammation. Tips on combining topical cannabinoids to quell irritation with retinols (OTC beauty products with vitamin A derivatives) and retinoids such as Retin-A (tretinoin) or Differin (adapalene).

[16:45] Cannabinoids and the immune system: its ties to inflammation

[20:58] Nausea and loss of appetite: where is it coming from?

[22:33] Neurotransmitters and cannabinoids: how serotonin comes into play. How about hormonal imbalances?

[32:09] Combined CBD and THC for chronic pain. What about tolerance development?

[42:32] Maintenance of healthy sleep patterns with cannabinoids. What about the different sleep waves and dreaming?

DISCLAIMER- This podcast is done in collaboration with the National Association of Cannabis Businesses, Csequence, and cbdandcannabisinfo.com. The information on this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.