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treatment path will be based on the cases practice. This is done by using our patient Since they have a national network of patients respond best to, and this allows
of other medical professionals treating engagement tools and patient portal.” physicians participating, its national me to provide options that may better suit
similar patients,” explains James West, West created the concept because he offices are located in Dallas, Texas. each patient.”
Arfinn CEO and founder. believed that there was currently not However, there are many participating Dr. Hashim calls cannabis an exciting
The website officially launches in enough information regarding the benefits physicians in Florida including Mark N. field and the more he can learn about what
January 2019, with limited access to the of medical marijuana (and its dosing) for Hashim, M.D., who has a practice in both works well, the better he is able to achieve
data, but analytics regarding cannabis effi- physicians and patients. Hudson and Tampa, FL. a positive result for his patients and
cacy treatments began in December. “We wanted to provide physicians a way Dr. Hashim prides himself in using his improve their quality of life.
Medical professionals using the website to collaborate on best practices, conduct education as an Anesthesiologist and Pain "This is a revolutionary idea that will
www.arfinnmed.com have access to a their own clinical trials, and do what they Management physician to help patients not only benefit the cannabis patients, but
dashboard showing their patients’ do best, which is make sure patients have treat their qualified condition and help will help guide physicians on decisions
cannabis treatments and efficacies. access to the best possible treatments them eliminate prescription medications. about treating various ailments,” he adds.
“We also provide analytics on patient available,” he says. Dr. Hashim has presented at numerous
demographics and treatment outcomes so Access to the website is free for physi- medical conferences teaching his peers For more information, visit
physicians know exactly what treatments cians. In addition, West says that they offer how to utilize cannabis to treat patients www.arfinnmed.com. Dr. Hashim’s office is
work best in their own practice,” says its users discounts on a variety of products and improve their quality of life. located at 7412 Community Court, Hudson,
West. “Physicians are able to engage and to help grow their practice, as well as “As a cannabis physician, it is such a FL 34667 and 3314 Henderson Blvd,
keep in contact with patients regarding ancillary products like videos of general relief to have a portal to share with other Suite 104, Tampa, FL 33609.
their treatment outcomes, increasing the information regarding medical marijuana physicians about conditions and out-
probability that patients return to their to be shown in waiting rooms. comes,” he says. “I am able to see what

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