Medical Cannabis Birmingham
If you are living with a chronic health condition that has not responded to conventional treatments, medical cannabis may be an option worth exploring.
The Oakley Medical Practice works alongside medecan to help patients access specialist medical cannabis consultations where appropriate. Through our referral pathway, eligible patients can be assessed by experienced clinicians who specialise in medical cannabis treatment.
Whether you are seeking support for chronic pain, neurological conditions, anxiety, PTSD, insomnia or other qualifying conditions, our team can help guide you through the referral process.
What Is Medical Cannabis?
Medical cannabis is a prescription-only medicine that has been legal in the UK since 2018 when prescribed by a specialist clinician.
Unlike recreational cannabis, medical cannabis is prescribed within a regulated healthcare setting and is used as part of an individual treatment plan following a clinical assessment.
Medical cannabis products may contain cannabinoids such as CBD (cannabidiol) and THC (tetrahydrocannabinol). These compounds interact with the body’s endocannabinoid system and may be considered as part of a wider treatment approach for certain patients.
The type of medication prescribed, if appropriate, will depend on your symptoms, medical history and the outcome of your specialist consultation.
Who May Be Eligible for Medical Cannabis Treatment?
Medical cannabis is not suitable for everyone and eligibility is assessed on an individual basis. It may be considered for a wide range of chronic physical and mental health conditions, including certain women’s health conditions where symptoms continue to have a significant impact on quality of life despite conventional treatment. For example, some women experiencing persistent menopausal symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety or low mood may be suitable for assessment if conventional treatment options have not provided adequate relief.
Patients may be considered for treatment if they:
- Have a diagnosed medical condition
- Continue to experience symptoms that affect their quality of life
- Have previously tried at least two conventional treatment options
- Meet the clinical criteria following a specialist assessment
Every patient is different, which is why all referrals are reviewed individually by a specialist clinician before any treatment decisions are made.
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Conditions That May Be Supported by Medical Cannabis
Medical cannabis clinics may assess patients with a wide range of chronic and complex conditions.
Chronic Pain
Conditions that may be considered include:
- Chronic pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Arthritis
- Neuropathic pain
Neurological Conditions
- Multiple sclerosis
- Parkinson’s disease
- Epilepsy
- Neurological pain conditions
Mental Health Conditions
Conditions that may be considered include:
- Anxiety
- PTSD
- ADHD
- Insomnia and sleep disorders
Gastrointestinal Conditions
These may include:
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Crohn’s disease
- Ulcerative colitis
Women’s Health Conditions
Conditions that may be considered include:
- Endometriosis
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Severe menstrual pain (dysmenorrhoea)
- Adenomyosis
- Vulvodynia
How the Referral Process Works
Accessing a specialist medical cannabis consultation through Oakley Medical Practice is straightforward.
Step 1: Speak to Our Team
Contact Oakley Medical Practice to discuss your symptoms and medical history. We can help determine whether a referral may be appropriate.
Step 2: Referral to medecan
If suitable, we can refer you to medecan for a specialist consultation.
Step 3: Specialist Assessment
A specialist clinician will review your medical history, previous treatments and current symptoms before discussing potential treatment options.
Step 4: Ongoing Care and Monitoring
If treatment is considered appropriate, any prescribing and ongoing monitoring will be managed by the specialist team, ensuring your care remains safe and clinically supervised.
Why Choose Oakley Medical Practice?
At Oakley Medical Practice, we understand how frustrating it can be to live with persistent symptoms that affect your quality of life.
By working alongside medecan, we help patients access specialist medical cannabis consultations through a trusted referral pathway, providing support throughout the process and helping patients explore all available treatment options.
If you would like to learn more about medical cannabis referrals in Birmingham, please contact our team today.
remain essential throughout the programme. Our doctors and nurse prescriber will give you practical lifestyle and dietary advice.
Yes. Medical cannabis has been legal in the UK since 2018 when prescribed by an appropriately qualified specialist clinician.
Eligibility is assessed on an individual basis. Patients will usually have a diagnosed medical condition and have previously tried conventional treatment options before being considered for specialist assessment.
Specialist clinics may assess a range of conditions including chronic pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia, migraines, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, insomnia, neurological conditions and certain inflammatory conditions.
Referral requirements can vary. Oakley Medical Practice can discuss the process with you and advise on the most appropriate next steps.
No. Oakley Medical Practice does not prescribe medical cannabis. Prescribing decisions are made by specialist clinicians following a full assessment.
You will be invited to attend a specialist video consultation where your medical history, symptoms and previous treatments will be reviewed.
Some patients with chronic pain may be considered for treatment following a specialist assessment. Suitability is determined on an individual basis.
Some patients seek specialist consultations regarding anxiety symptoms. Any treatment decisions are made following a detailed clinical review.
Yes. Patients in Birmingham may be able to access specialist medical cannabis consultations through referral pathways such as the one offered by Oakley Medical Practice and medecan.
Consultation fees can vary depending on the provider and treatment pathway. Medecan can provide the most up-to-date information regarding consultation costs.
Yes. Any treatment prescribed will be overseen by a specialist clinician, with ongoing monitoring and follow-up appointments where required.
