Medicinal Cannabis and Hemp CBD Prescription Applications.
Below is a list of reference material which may assist you/your doctor in completing your medicinal cannabis or Hemp CBD Prescription application.
Refer to more information at www.alivetherapies.com.au/medical-marijuana-cbd-hemp/
Alive Radiant Therapies endorse an Integrative Medical Approach to treatment of diseases and consider Medicinal Cannabis and Hemp CBD as just one of these tools to assist clients to achieve Total Body Wellness. www.alivetherapies.com.au/total-body-wellness/
Use the information below to learn about Medical Cannabis (Marijuana) and Hemp CBD usage, prescriptions and current Australian Legislation.
As from 1 June 2016 and amended on 22 February 2017, the Federal Government enabled the use of Medicinal Cannabis as Schedule 8 Drug and Hemp CBD (Cannabidiol) as a Schedule 4 Drug. The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is responsible for the licencing of manufacturers and approving product for sale or import. The State Health Departments have then enacted the process for obtaining a prescription for a chronic and seriously ill Australian.
In order to qualify for a medical cannabis (marijuana) or hemp CBD prescription, patients must meet the state law and then obtain a further Therapeutic Goods Administration approval.
According to the Queensland Health website: www.health.qld.gov.au/public-health/topics/medicinal-cannabis/
Download: Queensland Health Medicinal cannabis access and use in Queensland document.
Medicinal cannabis may be approved if you have already tried the conventional treatments available for a reasonable period of time and these have failed, or if the effects of the conventional treatment proves to be intolerable for you. Your doctor will need to provide scientific evidence that the proposed type of medicinal cannabis is effective for your condition or symptoms.
There are 3 ways to access medicinal cannabis:
- specialist doctors can prescribe specific products to treat groups of patients with particular conditions (patient-class prescriber pathway) www.health.qld.gov.au/public-health/topics/medicinal-cannabis/clinicians/patient-class-prescribers
- your general practitioner or medical specialist applies for approval to prescribe medicinal cannabis treatment just to you (single-patient prescriber pathway) www.health.qld.gov.au/public-health/topics/medicinal-cannabis/clinicians/single-patient-prescribers
- if you meet the eligibility criteria for current clinical trials in Queensland.
The Office of Drug Control lists all Manufacturers and importers of medicinal Cannabis and Hemp CBD. www.odc.gov.au/importers-and-manufacturers-medicinal-cannabis-products
One of the importers listed is Health House International a Pharmacy run by Paul Mavor. Importers of CanniMed from Canada www.healthhouse.com.au/. info@healthhouse.com.au P. +618 9444 2444 www.cannimed.ca/ www.mcra.org.au
You cannot legally produce your own cannabis for medicinal use. Queensland does not have an amnesty scheme.
Once Queensland Health and the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) have approved the application to prescribe, your doctor can legally import medicinal cannabis under the Special Access Scheme (Category B) or use the services of a licenced Pharmacy importer. Local product is still being approved by the TGA.
Medicinal cannabis is not on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) so you will need to pay for all expenses.
How to access a prescription.
- Talk to your doctor about whether medicinal cannabis may be suitable for your condition or symptoms. You will need to give informed consent.
- If your doctor believes that it would be effective, they can contact Queensland Health for approval to prescribe.
- If Queensland Health approves the application, your doctor then applies to the TGA for approval to allow supply of the product
- Once the TGA has approved, your doctor arranges for a pharmacist to dispense the medication for you.
Conditions that may benefit:
Current limited evidence suggests that medicinal cannabis may be suitable to treat:
- severe muscular spasms and other symptoms of multiple sclerosis
- chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting
- some types of epilepsy with severe seizures
- palliative care (loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, pain).
There is no evidence that medicinal cannabis is an effective treatment for cancer. You should not:
- consider medicinal cannabis as an alternative treatment for cancer
- defer or compliment the standard treatment for any disease with the use of medicinal cannabis.
Rural and remote patients
If you live in a rural or remote area, access to medicinal cannabis will be through either your GP or a specialist. You may be able to access specialist consultations through a telehealth service. Generally, your GP will prescribe medicinal cannabis in consultation with the specialist.”
Application for a Medicinal Cannabis Approval – Single Patient prescriptions.
Form at www.health.qld.gov.au/public-health/topics/medicinal-cannabis/clinicians/single-patient-prescribers
Section 1. Prescriber Details GP or Specialist
Section 2. Patient details.
Section 3. Patient informed Consent.
Section 4. Health Conditions requiring treatment with Medicinal Cannabis.
Give full history showing first line of treatment has not been completely successful because the patient has not responded in expected normal ways. To support this application always obtain a Specialists report covering the first four questions as outlined in Section 4 even if the Specialist does not support the use or trial of medicinal cannabis for the patient.
Aim of the treatment should be considered in line with recommendations from the Manufacturer and research articles of other trials throughout the world. Research www.theroc.us/research-library
Below is one possible example of the supporting research article for the patient.
GP and Medical Specialist Cannabis Training to support the application.
- GP and Medical Specialist Cannabis training can be obtained by registering at www.theroc.us/practitioner-portal/register
- Australian Cannabis Training can be obtained at www.unitedincompassion.com.au/Medical-Practitioners and www.sydney.edu.au/lambert/how-to-get-medicinal-cannabis.html
- Dr. John Teh. in Brisbane is a Cannabis Clinician +61449 663 086 PO BOX 340 Ashgrove QLD 4060
- Paul Mavor, Pharmacist Health House International is an authorised importer of CanniMed product from Canada. Many studies have found the combined use of Medicinal Cannabis Oil with THC could be used at night while the Hemp CBD oils could be used during the day. It is often considered the first three months is used to stable and monitor the efficacy of treatment plan before stabilising a further nine months trial period. Consider applying for a twelve month treatment programme.
Section 5. Medicinal Cannabis Products.
Please refer to the approved manufacturers and authorised importers.
The Office of Drug Control lists all Manufacturers and importers of medicinal Cannabis and Hemp CBD. www.odc.gov.au/importers-and-manufacturers-medicinal-cannabis-products
One of the importers is:
Health House International a Pharmacy run by Paul Mavor. Importers of CanniMed from Canada www.healthhouse.com.au/. info@healthhouse.com.au P. +618 9444 2444 www.cannimed.ca/ www.mcra.org.au
Talk with Paul Mavor about the treatment plan using the CanniMed products.
Talk with Dr John Teh www.drteh.com/ is a registered Doctor and a cannabis clinician. He will assist your GP to make the application. Ph 0431 976 986. Email info@drteh.com
Talk with many of the Australian research websites listed below.
Section 6. Storage of Medicinal Cannabis. Consider answering No to this section.
Section 7. Nominated Pharmacist. Consider Paul Mavor who is well researched.
Australian Reference and Research.
www.unitedincompassion.com.au/Medical-Practitioners Australian Research website
www.sydney.edu.au/lambert/how-to-get-medicinal-cannabis.html Clinical trials training and Lambert Initiative for Cannabinoid Therapeutics University of Sydney.
www.mcuainc.org.au/patientregister.html# The Medical Cannabis Users Association of Australia.
State health Department requirements for Patient prescriptions.
www.medicalcannabisqld.wixsite.com/medicalcannabisqld/home/
www.medicalcannabiscouncil.org.au/ Peak body for the industry.
www.mcra.org.au/ Medical Cannabis Research Australia. Paul Mavor Pharmacist Perth.
www.mcra.org.au/data/MCRA%20NASEM%20Cannabis%20Report%202017.pdf
www.cannabissupport.dev.mudbath.com.au/workplace-and-clinical-resources/ncpic-training/
www.positivechoices.org.au/students/cannabis-factsheets
www.search.abc.net.au/s/search.html?collection=abcall_meta&query=medicinal+cannabis&form=simple
www.abc.net.au/news/2017-06-12/the-fight-for-sam-goddards-recovery/8600456/
www.search.abc.net.au/s/search.html?collection=abcall_meta&query=sam+goddard&form=simple
www.tmconsultancy.com.au/ Justin Sinclair consultancy, research and training.
Australian company and service providers
www.drteh.com Dr John Teh is a registered Doctor and a cannabis clinician. He will assist your GP to make the application. Ph 0431 976 986. Email info@drteh.com
www.healthhouse.com.au/ Paul Mavor Pharmacist Perth Email info@healthhouse.com.au Imports CanniMed Oils from Canada. TGA Approved.
http://www.hempfoods.com.au/ Supplier of Hemp seed product for consumption.
www.communitybasedispensary.org/ product descriptions
www.buddingtech.com/ Start up innovations and consultancy
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WBaZzn9wcM&feature=youtu.be/ Wadzy Cannabis Coop Educ
Australian Government websites.
www.tga.gov.au/how-become-authorised-prescriber/
www.tga.gov.au/form/authorised-prescribers/
www.health.qld.gov.au/public-health/topics/medicinal-cannabis/ QLD site
www.odc.gov.au/importers-and-manufacturers-medicinal-cannabis-products
www.odc.gov.au/summary-licences-granted
Overseas Reference and Research.
www.theroc.us/practitioner-portal This is one site where the Doctors registers for dosage instructions, training and contraindications.
www.theroc.us/research-library global research by disease
www.learngreenflower.com/ global research and media information
www.kalytera.co/dr-raphael-mechoulam/ 40 years of original research in Israel.
www.israel21c.org/the-israeli-pharmacologist-who-kick-started-marijuana-research/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/?term=medicinal+cannabis USA Research
Overseas company and service providers
www.themedicalcannabisinstitute.org/product/clinical-cannabinoid-medicine-curriculum-2/ training
www.elixinol.com/ Hemp CBD supplier
vwww.vimeo.com/search?q=elixinol
www.gwpharm.com/Epidiolex.aspx/ Epilepsy drugs
https://www.canna-tech.co/ Sydney conference February 2018.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNT8Zo_sfwo Medicinal Cannabis and Parkinson’s Disease. To calm PD tremoring and dyskinesia. Riding with Larry Smith, USA.
Anxiety Research
www.greencamp.com/cbd-for-anxiety/
www.greencamp.com/marijuana-and-anxiety/
www.strongcbdoil.com/depth-look-link-cbd-anxiety/
www.pharmahemp.store/blog/can-cbd-help-anxiety-depression/
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28268256 Emotions
www.nature.com/npp/journal/v36/n6/abs/npp20116a.html
Generalised Social Anxiety Disorder
www.mentalhealthdaily.com/2016/02/24/cbd-oil-for-anxiety-is-cannabidiol-an-effective-treatment/
Hemp CBD aids the healthy workings of the Endocannabinoid System (Nerve System)
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Wen lu
05:12 24 Dec 22
Other worldly healing.Professional and knowledgable healer. Integrated myofascial massage. Definitely worth it. A real energy shift.
Luke Archer
03:39 22 Dec 22
Robert is an incredible healer. His knowledge of how to help the body, mind and soul to work in harmony is far beyond what the mind alone can comprehend. Coupling this with his personal experience is a recipe for Miracles to unfold.
Dolores Cummins
23:56 05 Dec 22
Robert is wise, professional and well informed in his therapeutic work. I would recommend him to those wishing for a deep awakening experience.
Woman Shine
08:09 26 Aug 22
Today I had a massage with Robert Vicary from Alive Therapies which was out of this world!I broke my left arm 3months ago and had been in constant pain, unable to sleep. Tonight I feel no pain and even had a nanna nap.I feel a renewed sense of purpose and passion to live my life to the full. Thankyou so much Robert. You are an Angel.
Amanda Cremonini
23:46 09 Jul 22
Robert is a very skilled practitioner and I don't think I've ever received such a thorough and complete treatment before whereby all facets of the body are integrated so expertly.I would say Robert isn't your typical or mainstream remedial massage therapist. But for anyone wanting to explore other aspects of their well-being, including spiritual health, Robert is absolutely your go-to practitioner. Thank you Robert for all of your skills and knowledge - it was enlightening ✨
Aidan Memery
02:37 15 Jun 22
Robert is astounding, has provided the first lasting relief for my shoulder in 15 years after just 2 sessions.
Angus Macqueen
04:21 05 Jan 22
I have had one session with Robert so far. I have Parkinson's Disease, moderately advanced, and the driver for me w as to review any aspects other than medications that might be incorporated into my efforts to minimise the symptoms of the condition.I underwent a therapeutic remedial massage desi.gned to help establish a baseline for my condition , upon which an integrated medical approach to treatment might be anchored.I look forward to working with Robert to test this approach..
Noela Macqueen
22:44 04 Jan 22
Alive Radiant Therapies provides an excellent experience that can IF ONE WISHES help to draw together many aspects of one's being. Robert is caring, client focused and multi skilled, he has no hesitation to recommend other practitioners when necessary. I will continue to work with Robert for as long as is needed.Yours sincerely Noela Macqueen.
Helen McN
06:57 02 Jan 22
A true body healer. It was a great experience to have a professional work on my body who could tell me why different areas were sore/tight and then to release these areas. I went from feeling like a person who had been shrink wrapped to an revitalised person after my sessions with Robert. He is a true healer of the body.
Toby Carrigan
03:07 23 Nov 21
Rob is an exceptional man and a fantastic massage therapist - he is kind, compassionate and an all-around great bloke - cannot recommend his services enough!
Jone Walker
04:39 07 Oct 21
Robert is super talented at this stuff, he's intuitive and incredibly knowledgeable about what makes the human body function. Highly recommend.
Terry Hitzke
22:23 14 Sep 21
If you are looking for a caring, attentive and experienced practitioner then this is the clinic for you.Robert is happy to pass on his wealth of knowledge during treatments and his gentle but effective touch has soothed many of my complaints.Highly recommended.
Shirley McGregor
23:13 27 Aug 21
This interactive session with Robert was very enlightening. I shall be returning again to receive maximum benefit and more understanding on how to release blockages in my own body and thus create healing.
Elizabeth May
07:38 25 Jul 21
I received expert and kind treatment and would definitely recommend Robert's services again.
Lynn May
05:10 17 Jul 21
Quality of Life Changing ExperienceI have been having massages for years - what Robert provides is so much more. He's removed blocks that have been there for years - and after a week they have not come back despite a stressful lifeI love that he explains what he is doing and teaches you to do it for yourself so you can continue to make progress on your own
Gary Pedler
12:55 11 Jul 21
I've recently been massaged by Robert Vicary at this clinic. I found Robert to be very knowledgeable, very effective and enthusiastic about his craft. I was impressed at his skill level and the relatively few years he's taken to achieve it. Naturally I'd recommend anyone to him.
Hannah Michelmore
04:15 30 Jun 21
I have been visiting Robert for reflexology massage for many years now and he has done wonders for my Crohn's Disease/Anxiety. His massage warms up/calms my entire body and relaxes all of the tension and stress that can build up with my daily struggles. He is so passionate about what he does and has extensive knowledge on natural healing and spirituality. He is always teaching me positive ways of being and thinking and has helped me grow as a young woman. Robert is so amazing that everyone in my family is hooked!
Ray Rogers
02:41 23 Jun 21
My wife and I attended ART recently and were very satisfied and happy with the professional and friendly service provided. The willingness to explain all processes and procedures and answer all and any questions was appreciated.
Elisabeth Coyne
08:00 21 Jun 21
Very detailed and tailored massage and reflexology, feel great after. Lovely environment and very professional massage and communication. Recommend for any one with specific problems as beautifully focused approach.
Mark Thomas
03:52 10 May 21
I have been seeing Robert for over five years.His goal is help people get out of pain and then to maintain it.He is dedicated and passionate about helping people to live a healthier and happier life. This is what he does very well.
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21:11 04 May 21
Robert is not just a massage therapist. He genuinely cares about his clients welfare, and shares his holistic approach and intuitively knows how to help. If your back feels like a twisted train track, book an appointment today!
wendie hirsch
05:41 09 Mar 21
I often visit Robert Vickary for therapeutic massage treatment and have never met another professional with more detailed knowledge of the parts of the anatomy that he deals with. Robert is very professional and I always depart feeling better after his treatment for which I am grateful. I highly recommend him.
Ross Slavov
04:51 05 Mar 21
I went to see Robert for chronic back pain and after just one treatment i can cay that I'm almost pain free and feel amazing. I would definitely go again and would be recommending to my friends and family
Toni Janke
23:23 23 Feb 21
Rob is an amazing professional therapist who has extensive knowledge and expertise in healing the body and assisting with aligning the body's energy. He has a non-intrusive, gentle and loving way of working with the mind, body and spirit. He is very welcoming and made me feel relaxed and calm at a deep level. I would highly recommend him.
Rosemary Rands
05:53 05 Jan 21
Robert knows his stuff! I felt at home as soon as I walked in the door and I left floating on a cloud as I let it all go whilst reconnecting to my mind body and soul. Thank you Robert and I can't wait to go back next week!
Michael Percival
05:26 09 Oct 20
Robert definitely has a healing gift. His unique treatment worked for me. Robert has a genuine good feeling for people and is very positive and encouraging.
Gaibrielle Scaglione
14:21 15 Sep 20
Robert 's knowledge and technique has given excellent results - even after my first session I can feel a huge difference.A heads-up to those who haven't had myofascial release done before: It is uncomfortable AND totally worth the discomfort for the results.
Tarita Botsman
03:23 27 Aug 20
Incredible massage work and highly recommended! Book in with Robert today. His work is SO needed in the world right now. A day after my massage I felt renewed, refreshed, revived but a week later I feel 10 years younger! On an energetic level - I have remembered who I am, and why I am here. Thank you for your healing hands, energy, guidance, wisdom and knowledge. It is so gratefully received and I would like to acknowledge the huge difference you are making to so many people. Thank you Robert.
Sylvia Robinson
02:13 02 Jun 20
Robert has a fantastic knowledge of the body and muscle systems - and his treatments have always worked for me and my husband. highly recommended indeed..
Mary Dilleen
06:38 07 Apr 20
Robert is a very caring and skilled healer who has an extraordinary breadth of knowledge in the field of 'total' health and well-being. I don't think there are many things Robert doesn't know about! I highly recommend Robert for anyone who is wanting to explore more about themselves and their true potential.
Kathryn Walker
06:24 14 Mar 20
Robert at Alive Therapies is amazing at what he does! He could find all my aches and pains in my body and treat them . He is very professional and so talented at what he does!!!!!!
El Ka
01:54 11 Mar 20
Robert is an amazing therapist who looks at the big picture in life and in treatments. It is a real privilege to have someone so knowledgeable, progressive and kind in Brisbane. The time and thought he has taken to respond to his reviewers is testament to his calibre. Thank you for being a teacher as well as a therapist, Robert.
lezley stewart
12:58 02 Mar 20
Robert's was the best massage I have ever had. He was extremely thorough and explained why he was massaging all areas. I thoroughly recommend Robert to anybody contemplating a remedial massage. Wonderful treatment. Thank you very much, Robert.
Gary Stone
08:50 24 Feb 20
Rob Vicary is master therapist. His knowledge of the human body and our energy systems is amazing . He has relaxed my whole system and relieved me of much distress . Thanks Rob .
Paula Dilleen
22:30 21 Feb 20
Some years ago, I took my now 17 year old sons to Robert for a massage. They were very unhappy and nervous about the whole business. They came away from the experience saying that they would like to go back for a cup of tea and a chat!Since then, many rugby mishaps and duelling brother incidents later, Robert has worked wonders with both their bodies and their attitudes.From my personal perspective, I go into Robert's clinic all misshapen and with ill-defined issues and come out feeling like I have been seen, heard and realigned.I cannot recommend Robert highly enough.
Jo Haines
01:38 27 Oct 19
Thankyou so much Robert for amazing reflexology and massage that absolutely frees all the knots and blockages leaving you blissfully relaxed. The Universe always leads me to exactly where I need to go and I certainly recommend Robert for his healing and wisdom. Jo
Joe Quarmby
09:09 24 Oct 19
Robert is awesome, such an amazing person who is very skilled at what he does.
Natalie Kl
08:49 22 Oct 19
Very enjoyed the treatment and happy that the pressure in my back and pain in my hands was gone after the treatment.
LLD
09:49 16 Oct 19
Robert helped me when all of a sudden I had "wry neck" It was incredibly painful, I could hardly move my head. One visit and I was well on my way to recovery. He also helped with muscle issues related to a broken leg I had earlier in the year. I am so glad I found him. Feeling so much better! Thanks Robert!
Gemma Rivers
10:09 17 May 19
I cannot more highly recommend Robert’s treatments. To say he is a massage therapist is massively understating what his treatments entail. It is a total body rejuvenation. He uses incredible intuition and technique to really unblock the painful areas in your body and get you moving physically and emotionally again. You will not regret seeing him!!
Valerie Dickson
12:27 04 Apr 19
Robert Vicary is a gifted healer with many years experience. His healing hands, depth of knowledge & great techniques, plus his positive, caring attitude, combine to make his massages exceptional. Thank you, Robert. .
Thea Biesheuvel
23:14 12 Mar 19
Tender, loving care over all my aches and pains with empathy layered on. What could be better? The physical and psychological effects long outlast the treatment
Angela Mangano
13:13 05 Mar 19
Highly recommend remedial message and energy work with Robert at Alive Radiant Therapies. He is very intuitive and knows how to tap in to aches and pains. I have been a client for a few years and he is amongst the best of the best! I often leave feeling like I might float home. Thank you for the great work you do Robert. You offer a great service and I commend you on your natural healing abilities.
Jim Cohen
03:35 24 Jan 19
Turned up at Radiant Therapies :a) wound up like a clockb) expecting an easy relaxing massage Well, I have to say, because of my poor condition, relaxing is not what I got. An hour of full participation in my therapy, as opposed to lying back expecting Robert to do all the work, made things fall into place. Yes, there were parts of me that needed a bit more coaxing to release tension than others but when complete, I felt like I had been given a kick-start into a new me! Well done Rob, you are a master
