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Medical marijuana is currently legalized in two-thirds of US states. However, policy-makers have outpaced clinical research and have thus created a critical mismatch between state legalization and the lack of knowledge and education among physicians. As more states loosen their legislation surrounding marijuana use, health-care providers are increasingly expected to advise patients regarding its potential health benefits and safe use. Despite the growing public interest, medical teaching and training at the medical school and post-graduate levels are widely lacking.
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Le-Short, C., Narouze, S.N. (2021). The Demand for Medical Cannabis Education. In: Narouze, S.N. (eds) Cannabinoids and Pain. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-69186-8_3
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