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Corner of Flornanda Rd and NE 20th Ave

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DocMJ Fort Lauderdale serves the surrounding areas of Knoll Ridge, Lake Estates, Landings, South Corals, and Oakland Park. Book a risk-free consultation today.

Address

1919 NE 45th St, Suite 117, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Commercial east to 18th Ave. Make a right turn and go down to the next light which is 45th Street. Make a left turn onto 45th Street proceed 1/4 mile look to your left . We are the Red and Black Bldg.

Directions(754) 300-1215

Office Hours

  • Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm

 

Customer Reviews

Excellent4.8 Based on 309 reviews fromCarlos TCarlos T ★★★★★ Excellent renewal appointment with Dr Russo! Very thorough discussionChelsea GimenezChelsea Gimenez ★★★★★ Sharon is amazing and will always be there to help and make you feel welcome! Dr. Russo is attentive, knowledgeable and cares about his patients!Response from the ownerHello Chelsea! Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Sharon and Dr. Russo have made you feel welcome and well-cared for. Your kind words mean a lot to us! Paul HardingPaul Harding ★★★★★ Sharon was so very helpful and informative. I will be happy to return.Response from the ownerHello Paul! Thank you for your kind words about Sharon! We're delighted to hear that she provided helpful and informative assistance. We look forward to your return and being of service to you again! R.V. EaglesR.V. Eagles ★★★★★ Polite, professional, knowledgeable, and kind. 10 out of 10 recommend.Response from the ownerThank you for your high praise! Politeness, professionalism, knowledge, and kindness are our priorities. We're here to provide the best care and support. Your trust and satisfaction mean a lot to us! Al OAl O ★★★★★ Doctor Shaw was very informational and answered every question I had, great energy very helpful! What a wonderful experience. Mrs Sharon, the receptionist, is super helpful as well and a wonderful person! Would definitely recommend. Thank youResponse from the ownerHello Al! Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! Dr. Shaw's informative and helpful approach, as well as Ms. Sharon's assistance, are greatly appreciated. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We're here for you anytime you need us! Edwin MendezEdwin Mendez ★★★★★ Sharon is the best and most helpful and professional. Dr. Russo is great and very helpful also.Response from the ownerHello Edwin! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience at our Fort Lauderdale office. Thank you so much for your nice comments about Sharon and Dr. Shaw! We'll be sure to let them know you appreciated their service. Thank you for being a DocMJ patient! Lisa ALisa A ★★★★★ With the stress and strain of everyday life, it's a real pleasure when you have an appointment with a doctor that listens and has a way of calming you. Thank you for that Dr Russo.Today was my first telephone appointment and while it was incredibly convenient, I must admit I missed out on seeing and chatting with Sharon in the office. I've never experienced a more professional, helpful and hilarious doctor's office staff member. Sharon's the best!Response from the ownerHello Lisa! Hello Lisa! Thank you for your heartfelt review! Dr. Russo's compassionate care is truly appreciated, and we're glad to provide convenience. Sharon is indeed a gem in our team, and your kind words brighten our day. We're here to support you, whether in-person or over the phone. Thank you for choosing us! Mark SantanaMark Santana ★★★★★ Response from the ownerHello Mark! Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review! We sincerely appreciate you for being a DocMJ patient! Joy DanielsJoy Daniels ★★★★★ I felt very comfortable from the Administrator Ms Edwards and in with Dr Russo. He took the time to reveiw my intake form clearly and listed to me in reference to all my medical issues. They both took very good care of me and helped me to understand the process in and out of the office. Thank you Ms Edwards and Dr Russo.Response from the ownerHey Joy! Thank you so much for your nice comments about Sharon and Dr. Russo! We'll be sure to let them know you appreciated their service. Thank you for being a DocMJ patient! jo jojo jo ★★★★★ This office was such a pleasure to deal with. Sharon is an absolute delight to work with and was extremely helpful.Dr Shaw is very knowledgeable and gave me some great suggestions. I certainly will recommend this office to friends and family.Response from the ownerHey Jojo! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your kind words about Sharon! We'll be sure to let her know! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience at our Fort Lauderdale office. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us here on Google! Jay Saboe-RodriguezJay Saboe-Rodriguez ★★★★★ Great officeEasy to get toThey made the process to get my card so easyDr. Russo was really helpful and knowledgeableSHARON IS AWESOME!!!!I love this officeResponse from the ownerHello Jay! We're so happy you enjoyed your experience at our Fort Lauderdale office! Thank you so much for your nice comments about Sharon and Dr. Russo! We'll be sure to let them know you appreciated their assistance. Thank you for being a DocMJ patient! James GalvinJames Galvin ★★★★★ Great doctors. Great staff. Great experience!Response from the ownerHello James! Thank you so much for your kind words and positive feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with our doctors and staff. Providing exceptional care is our top priority, and we're here to support you in every way we can. If you ever need further assistance or have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out. Your well-being is important to us! Craig ElliotCraig Elliot ★★★★★ I would like to thank. Dr. Sofat and Sharon for the wonderful service they provide, they care about their patients and that is totally awesome.Response from the ownerHello Craig! Thank you so much for your heartwarming review! We're truly fortunate to have Dr. Sofat and Sharon as part of our team, and we're thrilled to hear that you've received wonderful service from them! Thank you for choosing DocMJ! william smithwilliam smith ★★★★★ I love the fact that u guys exist..ur really helpful with recommendations n always take such great care of my family n I.. we have been going to ur office for many years now n I wouldn't change a single thing about my experience coming there..u guys are very friendly n well knowledgeable on what's out there in the way of meds.. please keep up the great work u do! Not all hero's wear capes! LolResponse from the ownerHello William! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your heartwarming review! We're deeply touched by your kind words and your loyalty over the years. It's our privilege to serve you and your family, and we're thrilled to have been part of your journey. We're here to provide you with the best care and support, and we're truly grateful for your trust. You're absolutely right; not all heroes wear capes, and your appreciation fuels our dedication to making a positive impact. Please know that we're here whenever you need us! Elliot MarkovitzElliot Markovitz ★★★★★ I met with Dr. Russo, via video, this morning for recertification. Dr. Russo had originally certified me. The appointment went very well. Very friendly and professional.Response from the ownerHello Elliot! Thank you so much for your nice comments about Dr. Russo! We'll be sure to let him know you appreciated his assistance. Thank you for being a DocMJ patient! Traci DavisTraci Davis ★★★★★ Love Dr. Russo. He's the best!Response from the ownerHello Traci! Thank you for taking the time to give us such an exceptional Google review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated by all of us here at DocMJ. Traci Grossman, MDTraci Grossman, MD ★★★★★ Dr. Russo made the process very comfortable. He explained all the options as we discussed my particular medical needs. Great staff who walked me through the registration. Grateful for the straightforward, simple approach. Thanks!Response from the ownerHello Dr. Grossman! Thank you so much for your nice comments about Dr. Russo! We'll be sure to let him know you appreciated his assistance. Thank you for being a DocMJ patient! Bingo BangoBingo Bango ★★★★★ Doctor Russo is awesome! He is exceptionally knowledgeable and helpful.Response from the ownerHey there! Thank you for taking the time to give us such an exceptional Google review! Your feedback is greatly appreciated by all of us here at DocMJ. Jipsy Troche NoriegaJipsy Troche Noriega ★★★★★ Response from the ownerHello! Thanks so much for giving our office in Ocala a 5-star review! We truly appreciate your feedback. IVA PALKANINOVAIVA PALKANINOVA ★★★★★ I love my doctor.Response from the ownerHello Iva! We're so happy to hear you enjoy your time with Dr. Shaw! We'll be sure to let her know you appreciate her assistance! TaylorTaylor ★★★★★ Highly recommended! Entire team is great.Response from the ownerHello Taylor! We truly appreciate your feedback and are so happy your experience with us was positive. If you have any questions or concerns in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at (888) 908-0143. We strive to ensure our patients receive the best care possible at all times and we're always happy to help! Dee GeeDee Gee ★★★★★ Response from the ownerHey Dee! Thanks so much for giving our office in Fort Lauderdale a 5-star review! We truly appreciate your feedback. Marissa WMarissa W ★★★★★ Dr. Shaw was great!Response from the ownerHello Marissa! We LOVE Dr. Shaw! We sincerely appreciate you taking the time to let us know. We sincerely appreciate you for being a DocMJ patient! Louise BodozianLouise Bodozian ★★★★★ I am a New Patient at DOCMJ FTL and my experience there was Awesome Dr Shaw is very knowledgeable and showed Compassionate Care towards me but Ms Sharon is an Amazingly Blessed Soul come touch her because she is Real. Ms Sharon gives the Truth about cannabis products and your condition. Sharon is an very Big Asset to the Cannabis industry.Response from the ownerHey there, Louise! Welcome to the DocMJ family! We truly appreciate your awesome props for Sharon and Dr. Shaw and are so happy your experience with us was positive. If you have any questions or concerns in the future, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at (888) 908-0143. We strive to ensure our patients receive the best care possible at all times and we're always happy to help! Toni WhelanToni Whelan ★★★★★ Think Dr Shaw is very friendly and informativeResponse from the ownerHello Toni! We're so happy to hear Dr. Shaw was able to offer friendly and informative assistance during your appointment with us! We thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us. It is greatly appreciated by all of us here!

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  • Automatic Renewals Every 70 days, Up to State Maximum of 7 Months
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  • **One-Time Processing Fee of 2.9%.
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$189 7 months**

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  • Money-Back Guarantee If You Do Not Receive a Recommendation
  • Full Medical Cannabis Recommendations
  • Automatic Renewals Every 70 days, Up to State Maximum of 7 Months
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Medical Marijuana Card Application

See if you Qualify

Try our easy pre-qualification exam to see instantly if you may qualify for a medical marijuana recommendation today!

Under Florida law, these conditions are eligible for a medical marijuana card:

PTSD

A disorder in which a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event.

Epilepsy/Seizures Disorders

A transient occurrence of signs and/or symptoms due to abnormal excessive or synchronous neuronal activity in the brain.

Parkinson's Disease

A disorder of the central nervous system that affects movement, often including tremors.

Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

A disease in which the immune system eats away at the protective covering of nerves.

Crohn's Disease

A chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the lining of the digestive tract.

Glaucoma

Eye conditions marked by increase intraocular pressure that can cause blindness.

Chronic muscle spasms

Sudden, involuntary movement in one or more muscles.

HIV/AIDS

Human immunodeficiency virus that over time causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Nervous system disease that weakens muscles and impacts physical function.

Cancer

Disease caused by an uncontrolled division of abnormal cells in a given part of the body.

Chronic nonmalignant pain

Pain unrelated to cancer that persists beyond the usual course of disease or injury.

Additionally, Florida law allows a physician to certify patients for a medical marijuana card after diagnosing them with “other medical conditions of the same class”.

Meet our Medical Professionals

We are proud to offer our patients world-class care at an affordable price. Our physicians and Mental Health Counselors are experienced, experts, and caring.

juliana pineider

Juliana Pineider, MD

Juliana Pineider, MD

Licensed in the State of Florida, Texas
Internal Medicine
Medical School Education:
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
Residensy / Post Graduate:
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

salah mankash

Salah Mankash, MD

Salah Mankash, MD

Licensed in the State of Florida
Emergency Medicine & Surgery
Medical School Education:
University of Sharjah, Sharjahm United Arab Emirates
Residensy / Post Graduate:
University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

thomas derbes, md

Thomas Derbes, MD

Thomas Derbes, MD

Licensed in the State of Florida
Emergency Medicine / Neurology / Interventional Pain Management
Medical School Education:
University of Mississippi Medical School
Residensy / Post Graduate:
Tulane Medical Center

scot lance, md

Scot Lance, MD

robert dotson, md

Robert Dotson Jr, MD

Robert Dotson Jr, MD

Licensed in the State of Florida, Tennessee, Washington State
Ophthalmology
Medical School Education:
University of Tennessee Center for Health Sciences College of Medicine
Residensy / Post Graduate:
University of Tennessee

richard boyett, md

Richard Boyett, MD

Richard Boyett, MD

Licensed in the State of Florida, Louisiana, Alabama
Family Medicine
Medical School Education:
Louisiana State University, Shreveport, LA
Residensy / Post Graduate:
Louisiana State University, Shreveport, LA

leslie herzog, do

Leslie Herzog, DO

Leslie Herzog, DO

Licensed in the State of Florida
Family Medicine
Medical School Education:
Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residensy / Post Graduate:
Southeastern Medical Center

laura preston, md

Laura Preston, MD

Laura Preston, MD

Licensed in the State of Florida
Internal Medicine
Medical School Education:
University of Liege, School of Medicine
Residensy / Post Graduate:
Danbury Hospital, Danbury, CT

joseph rosado, md

Joseph Rosado, MD

Joseph Rosado, MD

Licensed in the State of Florida, Michigan, Puerto Rico
Internal Medicine
Medical School Education:
Universidad Central del Este San Pedro de Macoris
Residensy / Post Graduate:
Hospital Metropolitano, San Juan, PR

frank mendicino, md

Frank Mendicino, MD

Frank Mendicino, MD

Licensed in the State of Florida
Internal Medicine
Medical School Education:
University of Padova, Italy
Residensy / Post Graduate:
Lincoln Hospital, Bronx, NY

charles nutinsly, do

Charles Nutinsky, DO

Charles Nutinsky, DO

Licensed in the State of Florida, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Ohio
Internal Medicine & General Surgery
Medical School Education:
College of Osteopathic Medicine & Surgery - Des Moines, IA
Residensy / Post Graduate:
General Surgery, John F Kennedy Hospital, Stratford, NF

andrea zotovas, md

Andrea Zotovas, MD

Andrea Zotovas, MD

Licensed in the State of Florida
Internal Medicine & Pain Management
Medical School Education:
American University of the Carribean School of Medicine
Residensy / Post Graduate
American University of the Carribean School of Medicine

heather samuelson, md

Heather Samuelson, MD

Heather Samuelson, MD

Licensed in the State of Ohio, Florida, Georgia
Internal Medicine & Pediatrics
Medical School Education:
St. George's University School of Medicine, Great River, NY & Grenada, West Indies
Residensy / Post Graduate:
WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital

charlene shaw, do

Charlene Shaw, D.O.

Charlene Shaw, D.O.

Licensed in the State of Florida & Pennsylvania.
Internal Medicine, Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Medical School Education:
Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
Residensy / Post Graduate:
Mount Sinai / Miami Heart Institute, Miami, FL

elise zahn, do

Dr. Elise Zahn, D.O.

Dr. Elise Zahn, D.O.

Licensed in the State of Florida, Georgia, Michigan, South Carolina, Massachusetts
Internal Medicine & Emergency Medicine
Medical School Education:
Nova-Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residensy / Post Graduate:
St. John Oakland Hospital, Michican

nathaniel miller, do

Nathaniel Miller, D.O.

Nathaniel Miller, D.O.

Licensed in the State of Florida
Emergency Medicine
Medical School Education:
Michigan State University, College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residensy / Post Graduate:
Henry Ford Hospital, Clinton Township, MI

jack rothman, md

Jack Rothman, M.D.

Jack Rothman, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida
Diplomate, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Medical Education and Residency:
State University of New York, Upstate Medical Center

donald mars, md

Donald Mars, M.D.

Donald Mars, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency: University of Miami School of Medicine – Miami, FL
Parkland Memorial Hospital

ross glider, do

Ross Glider, D.O.

Ross Glider, D.O.

Licensed in the State of Florida Board Certified in Internal Medicine Medical Education and Residency: College of Osteopathic Medicine & Surgery – Des Moines, IA Saddlebrook General Hospital – Saddlebrook, NJ

peter calkin, do

Peter Calkin, M.D.

Peter Calkin, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida
Board Certified in Anesthesiology
Medical Education and Residency:
Kansas City University of Medicine and BioScience

jerold derkaz, md

Jerold Derkaz M.D. CCHP

Jerold Derkaz M.D. CCHP

Licensed in the State of Florida
Medical Education and Residency:
University of Vermont College of Medicine
Brown University Surgery and Medicine

shirley zelikovsky, md

Shirley Zelikovsky, M.D.

Shirley Zelikovsky, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Board Certified in Family Medicine Medical Education and Residency: Touro College – Technion School of Medicine – New York, NY North Shore University Hospital – Glen Cove, NY

marc puchir, do

Marc Puchir, D.O.

Marc Puchir, D.O.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Long Island Jewish Medical Center – New Hyde Park, NY

carlos levy, do

Carlos Levy, D.O.

Carlos Levy, D.O.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency:
Southeastern College of Osteopathic Medicine – North Miami Beach, FL Southeastern Medical Center –North Miami Beach, FL

irwin landau, md

Irwin Landau, M.D.

Irwin Landau, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency: Universidad Central del Este San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Newark, NJ

stephan salcedo, md

Stephen Salcedo, M.D.

Stephen Salcedo, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency: University of Santo Tomas – Sampolac, Manila, Philippines Northside Medical Center – Youngstown, OH

denise schow, md

Denise Schow, M.D.

Denise Schow, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency: University of Minnesota Medical School – Minneapolis, MN University of Minnesota Family Medicine –Minneapolis, MN

antonio ben monson md

Antonio Ben P. Monson, M.D.

Antonio Ben P. Monson, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Board Certified in Internal Medicine Medical Education and Residency

wenting zheng smith, md

Wen Ting Zheng-Smith, M.D. PhD

Wen Ting Zheng-Smith, M.D. PhD

Licensed in the State of Florida Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology Embryologist, Androgist, Endocrinology and Lab Technology Medical Education and Residency

marisa magsino, md

Marissa Magsino, M.D.

Marissa Magsino, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency: University of the East (UERM), Quezon City, Philippines University of Medicine and Dentistry, Newark, NJ

john batts, md

John Batts, M.D.

John Batts, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Board Certified in Emergency Medicine Medical Education and Residency: University of Florida – Gainesville, FL

robert eckert, md

Robert Eckert, M.D.

Robert Eckert, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Certified by American Board of Family Medicine Medical Education and Residency: University of California, Davis School of Medicine University of California, Davis Medical Center

michael belotti, do

Michael Belotti, D.O.

Michael Belotti, D.O.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine – Philadelphia, PA Humana Hospital / Palm Beaches – West Palm Beach, FL

louis frosch, do

Louis Frosch, D.O.

Louis Frosch, D.O.

Licensed in the State of FloridaMedical Education and Residency: Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine – Parker, CO St. Petersburg General Hospital Family Medicine Residency

carlos romero, md

Carlos Romero, M.D.

Carlos Romero, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency: University of Buenos Aires: Premedical School and School of Medicine – Buenos Aires, Argentina Winthrop University Hospital – Mineola, New York

frank russo, md

Frank Russo, M.D.

Frank Russo, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency: Universidad Del Noreste Escuela De Medicina – Tampico, Mexico New York Medical College – New York, NY

ronald cirillo, md

Ronald Cirillo, M.D.

Ronald Cirillo, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Medical Education and Residency: La Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, Guadalajara, MX Lutheran Medical Center – Brooklyn, NY

atul sofat, md

Atul Sofat, M.D.

Atul Sofat, M.D.

Licensed in the State of Florida Board Certified by American Board of Family Medicine Medical Education and Residency: Dayanand Medical College and Hospital – Ludhiana, Punjab, India Hunterdon Medical Center – Flemington, NJ

Meet Our Online Mental Health Counselors

rochelle powell, lcsw

Rochelle Powell, LCSW

Rochelle Powell, LCSW

License # SW16663

School: Master’s in Clinical Social Work and Social Policy & Administration, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL

paula arce, lmhc

Paula Arce, LMHC

Paula Arce, LMHC

License #MH13714

School: Master’s of Science in Psychology in Mental Health Counseling at Carlos Albizu University, Miami, FL

sunny bowers, lpcc

Sunny Bowers, LPCC

Sunny Bowers, LPCC

License #: E.1901113

School: Master’s of Education in Clinical Counseling, Malone University, Canton, OH

Frequently Asked Questions

What is your refund policy?

We aim to be as transparent as possible with our refund policy. It is as follows:

  • Cancel within 24 hours of joining our services — 100% refund.
  • Cancel after 24 hours – 100% refund minus $25 fee.
  • Reschedule/no-show/cancel appointment less than 48 hours prior – $50 fee.
  • Once a recommendation is issued after your exam, our services are non-refundable in any way.

Do I have be concerned about any privacy issues if I receive an evaluation or recommendation?

No, your visit is protected under privacy laws.

Do I have to be 18 to receive a recommendation?

No, if you are younger than 18 you can receive an evaluation if you are accompanied by a guardian. Pediatric patients must have a guardian call to book an appointment with us at 888-908-0143.

How Much Does a Medical Marijuana Card Cost?

Your medical recommendation cost from us is $189. This covers our initial exam, recommendation and 70-day renewals.
We also have Easy Monthly Payments. Please visit our Pricing page for more information.

Can I receive my recommendation on the first visit?

Yes! A certified physician can activate your Full-THC Medical Cannabis or Low-THC Cannabis order once they have completed an exam and confirmed that you qualify. At this time, you’ll receive your Patient ID number.

What conditions qualify for a medical cannabis recommendation?

Click Here to take our Eligibility Survey and schedule your appointment.

Am I guaranteed to receive a medical marijuana recommendation?

NO. While we do offer a money back guarantee if you do not receive a recommendation, we DO NOT guarantee that you will receive a recommendation. You can only receive a recommendation if your doctor determines you have a qualifying condition as defined by Florida law, and that the benefits of using medical marijuana outweigh the risks.

Do I have to pay an evaluation fee if I do not qualify for a medical marijuana recommendation?

No, you will be refunded in full!!

How long does it take to get a medical marijuana recommendation?

Approximately 15 minutes! Come in for your exam, and if you qualify, your physician will immediately add you to the Office of Medical Marijuana Use Registry.
To get your card and begin treatment after you receive a recommendation, you must pay a fee to the state and upload a passport photo to apply for the card. This can be done through the email you received after you obtained your recommendation. To get more information, or to complete a paper application, click here.

Who is Eligible for Medical Marijuana in the State of Florida?

Speaking with our Florida medical marijuana doctors, you will discuss your particular situation and need, but there are two general requirements for any patient to be given a medical marijuana recommendation and obtain a card from the State: You must be either a permanent or temporary resident within the State of Florida to both receive and maintain your MMJ card from the state. This card is utilized at medical marijuana dispensaries throughout the state, and will only work in Florida dispensaries. Cards issued in other states may not apply, nor may a card issued in Florida apply in other states. You must be diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition by a certified doctor. Beyond the enumerated list below, the law allows a terminal condition diagnosed by a physician, or other debilitating conditions of like, kind, or class such as depression, anxiety, and migraines.

Will My Florida Medical Marijuana Card Work Anywhere in the State?

Florida patients who have received their Florida medical cannabis card may purchase at any state-licensed dispensary. Regardless if your card was issued by medical marijuana doctors in Miami Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Tampa, Orlando, or anywhere within the State of Florida, as a Florida resident you would qualify to purchase medical marijuana.

Can I Travel Across State Lines With Marijuana If I Have A Card?

As of now, No. Federal law prohibits carrying marijuana across state lines. It would be considered drug trafficking.

Can I Use My Florida Medical Marijuana Card in Other States?

While medical marijuana remains a Schedule I narcotic at the federal level it has been legalized for some states. Many have agreements between them to allow out-of-state medical marijuana cards. This is known as “reciprocity.” Florida does not yet offer reciprocity, that is, those with out-of-state medical marijuana cards cannot use them in Florida. However, Floridians can use a medical marijuana card in some other states with certain guidelines. Read on to learn which states allow the use of your Florida medical marijuana card. Read more here.