OVERVIEW

Florida Medical Marijuana Course for MMTC Medical Directors is organized by Florida Hospital Association (FHA).

Issue Date: January 3, 2018
Reviewed and Updated: October 2020
Expiration Date: December 31, 2021

Target Audience:
The required course for Allopathic (MD) and Osteopathic (DO) physicians serving as MEDICAL DIRECTORS for MMTCs in Florida.

Course Description:
This course, presented by Florida Medical Association and Florida Osteopathic Medical Association, addresses the relevant laws and rules that govern physicians who intend to serve as a Medical Director for a Medical Marijuana Treatment Center (MMTC) in Florida. Allopathic and Osteopathic physicians who choose to serve in this capacity are required to complete this course and pass the post-test during each licensure term. This course is offered to satisfy a statutory requirement and does not reflect specific endorsement of the usage of marijuana as a medicine.

CME Objectives:

After completing this activity, learners will be able to:

• Discuss relevant state rules and regulations governing medical marijuana in Florida

• Identify the allowable conditions and delivery mechanisms for medical marijuana in Florida

• Recognize the legal restrictions and parameters that physicians must observe when certifying patients as eligible for medical marijuana in Florida

• Recognize the role and responsibilities assigned to a physician serving as a Medical Director for a Medical Marijuana Treatment Center in Florida.