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MorseLife Residents Discover from page 1 certified cannabis physician in Florida since 2016 and joined
Celebrating Environmental Awareness from page 1 the Florida Atlantic University faculty as a clinical affiliate
Led by Melanie Bone, MD, FACOG, director of assistant professor in 2021, where she teaches medical
cannabinoid-based therapies at MorseLife Health System, students about cannabis.
the medical team is at the forefront of this groundbreaking “Cannabis doesn’t provide a cure. It doesn’t make a
approach. Dr. Bone consults with patients to determine diagnosis go away after taking the medication for a period of
the proper dosage, tolerance level, and best method for time. Cannabis provides a treatment to alleviate and reduce
administering the treatment. This varies patient to patient symptoms of conditions such as insomnia, chronic pain,
and is reevaluated and adjusted as necessary. and anxiety,” Dr. Bone said. “Cannabis offers a fantastic
Prior to beginning cannabinoid-based therapy, the alternative to addictive opioids and antidepressants, all while
education component is essential so patients, their families, increasing our residents’ quality of life.”
and doctors can assess the pros and cons to make an informed MorseLife’s cannabinoid therapies are just one example
decision. That’s why events such as National Hemp Day are of how the health system is redefining senior care, helping
important to showcase options and benefits. Residents can residents live with comfort, dignity, and improved quality
explore their curiosities and overcome the stigmas and fears of life.
associated with using medical cannabis. Dr. Bone has been a Photo Credit: Kristen Evans/MorseLife

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