Author: United Patients Group

Dr. Mary Clifton proudly joins a new breed of physicians entering the cannabis space.  These are doctors who are not content with writing a simple annual certificate.  While many patients are often thrilled to not only live in a legal state but to get a doctor who will write the state required “cert”; Dr. Mary Clifton likes to talk to her patients about their new experience with an ancient plant. In this unscripted and informative interview, John and Dr. Clifton discuss cannabis, the good, the challenges and the future.  They discuss her entry to medicine, her current career goals and…

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In this compelling interview, John Malanca (https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/) hosts Paul Bregman, MD as he discusses his battle with a late diagnosis of Bi-Polar type Two at age 41 at the pinnacle of his career as a radiologist.  He discusses the isolation, personal care concerns, electric shock therapy and his use of inhalation THC in the treatment of this challenging disorder. Mental Illness remains a taboo topic and is particularly challenging for professionals who ultimately suffer under the strain and stress of their chosen careers.  In this podcast, John discusses the moment Paul Bregman, MD was essentially “diagnosed” by a colleague during…

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Learn more at: http://www.eckfeldt.com/ https://www.thinkingoutsidethebud.com/ Join John Malanca and his special guest Bruce Eckfeldt as they explore the economics of cannabis. Explore the advantages and challenges of cannabis as a business in this fascinating conversation about both the medicinal and recreational ramifications of cannabis in the marketplace. Visit us at: https://www.unitedpatientsgroup.com (https://www.unitedpatientsgroup.com/) Follow our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn_Rews_k-L0_0F73JSBDxg Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/upatientsgroup Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UnitedPatientsGroup/ source

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Cooking with Cannabis: Thanksgiving Edition featuring Dope Dinners Boston with Edgard and Anna Hunt Join John Malanca for an interactive food experience!  UPG proudly hosts husband and wife team Anna and Edgard, Founders of Dope Dinners Boston (@dopedinnersboston (https://www.instagram.com/dopedinnersboston) ) who walk John through a dope cooking class!  We’ve given you the ingredients list (see below), so follow along.  This Thanksgiving will be like no other. Edgard, an Executive Chef and his wife Anna have delighted sophisticated diners in the greater Boston area with cannabis infused gourmet meals, drinks, desserts and more.  Now you can follow John, step by step…

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 Join John Malanca (https://unitedpatientsgroup.com) as he sits down with Unity Formulas founder, Jerrik Keller as they discuss Cannabis and Autism. Jerrik and Unity Formulas has been working hand in hand with Autism families and groups such as Autism Safe Haven. Jerrik donates 15 % of ALL proceeds to Autism Safe Haven! Thank you Jerrik! Unity Formulas are nurse formulated products designed to target specific symptoms such as Autism. The combined wisdom of CBD, CBG, CBDa, CBGa, CBN, and terpenes are harnessed to create these specialized blends. Our CBD & CBG are both Whole Plant Spectrum and organic ethanol extracted.  Unity…

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Dr. Daniel Stein, a respected Neurologist opens up to United Patients Group John Malanca (https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/) , as he discusses incorporating eastern and holistic medicine into traditionally trained physicians’ and healthcare professional practice.  He acknowledges that talented doctors bring a combination of the art and science of medicine—which is particularly important when introducing cannabis therapy to western-trained physicians. Dr. Daniel Stein is one of John Malanca’s favorite go-to Neurologists, who came to the cannabis space a bit later in his professional career as he took note of his patients reported improvement on cannabis.   After researching and learning the science behind…

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John Malanca interviews Mary Biles (https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/) , a Harper-Collins Published Author of “The CBD Book.  The Essential Guide to CBD Oil”  (https://www.amazon.co.uk/CBD-BOOK-Mary-Biles/dp/0008403066/ref=nodl_) Mary Biles, a former English teacher and journalist with a rich employment and educational history, assisted her dear friend in the care of her mother who suffered from Pancreatic Cancer.  Distressed by her suffering, the family decided to try cannabis which they found to be helpful.   Mary, impressed by the efficacy of CBD, like many curious cannabis professionals, began to study the Endocannabinoid system and went on a quest to inform and promote use of this powerful…

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UPG Founder John Malanca (https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/) interviews Michael Patterson, the CEO of US Cannabis Pharmaceutical Research and Development LLC (US Cannabis), a privately-held, developmental consulting firm which was established in 2014 with the mission of moving society forward through legalized cannabis. Watch and listen in as John and Michael discuss the current state of cannabis therapeutics, government regulations, along with medical professional and pharmaceutical interests in consistent dosing and standardized medicine.  Additionally, Michael is an internationally recognized speaker, subject matter expert in the global cannabis/hemp/CBD industry, and published author. Michael is a member of the Scientific Advisory Board for Akers Bioscience,…

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#pets (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/pets) #cannabis (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/cannabis) If you have pets, you’ll want to see this interview with John Malanca (https://unitedpatientsgroup.com) and Dr. Gary Richter, M.S., D.V.M., C.V.C., C.V.A. , #1 Amazon Best-Selling Author, The Ultimate Pet Health Guide. https://drgaryrichter.com (https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqazctS2JkSGVtbmdncjVuUHh0RkVlQzdOZTdxUXxBQ3Jtc0tsdG82T0c2XzZvZ3ZzY1FrQ3dnMVk2RFRKNGlFaDYzSTZ3bGZtRENUMG82c2o3VGc1Z3lvWl9rNFhsMUgxMTJKdWdaVzBVajlxVXlLRnF1R09maDMtUUhCbThBeUpscmF4Wkl0ejBQc3ZzdjVLVTJaWQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fdrgaryrichter.com) Check out these resources: The Ultimate Pet Health Guide available on Amazon LongevityForPets.com HolisticVetCare.com Ultimate Pet Nutrition (ultimatepetnutrition.com) Veterinary Cannabis Society (vcs.pet) Dr. Gary Richter is a graduate of the University of Florida with a B.S. in animal science, an M.S. in veterinary medical science, and a doctorate of veterinary medicine with honors. From 2002 to 2021, he was the owner and…

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Dr. Patricia Frye, an integrative expert in cannabis and its action in auto-immune disease, is called upon by patients whose bodies are seemingly attacking themselves. This bizarre action by our own defense mechanism is often misunderstood and poorly treated. In this UPG podcast, John Malanca (https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/) discusses cannabis and treating diseases when the battleground is within ourselves.  Most of us have heard of the struggles and often devastation caused when, for some unknown reason, approximately 10 million patient’s bodies attack themselves. This broad-brush term “auto-immune” means the individual has little defense against a disease which has attacked them. In this…

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Join John Malanca (https://unitedpatientsgroup.com/be_informed_be_well/) as he discusses both the impact of cannabis on sexuality and the use of cannabis for sexual enhancement.  His guest, Chelsea Cebara, is a professional sex educator who has been helping people combine cannabis and sex since 2010. As a Medically Certified Cannabis Consultant she untangles the complex issues surrounding both of these “taboo and stigmatized” topics.   Sex is a taboo subject for most adults.  Sadly, we rarely speak about sex or our sex life even with our partners.  Cannabis, by its effect on a variety of receptors, has the ability to increase intimacy, decrease…

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