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Marijuana Doctor Bethesda, MD

MD Medical Marijuana Card

New Patients $149
Renewals $99
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Maryland-licensed physicians
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New Patients $149
Renewals $99
Get you MMJ Card
Telehealth appointment
Helpful, real person support
Maryland-licensed physicians

Pay in 4 installments. Call to use Afterpay

Call with questions or to schedule by phone (240) 232-6645

Medical Marijuana Card in Maryland

7815 English Way Bethesda, MD 20817

Since 2019, The Sanctuary Wellness Institute has helped thousands of patients connect with Maryland-licensed physicians who are authorized to provide medical cannabis certifications in accordance with Maryland medical cannabis law and Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) regulations.

All medical cannabis evaluations and certifications are conducted by Maryland-licensed healthcare providers registered with the Maryland Cannabis Administration.

Maryland Medical Marijuana Card

The Sanctuary Wellness Institute does not issue medical marijuana cards. Patient registration approval, optional physical ID card requests, and access to the state patient portal are handled directly between the patient and the Maryland Cannabis Administration through the official Maryland medical cannabis registration system.

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Address: 7815 English Way Bethesda, MD 20817
Phone: (240) 232-6645

Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Directions to Our Bethesda, MD Office

Get on VA-267 E/Dulles Greenway in Leesburg from VA-7 E 43 min (36.9 mi) Head north on N Cameron St toward E Piccadilly St 105 ft Turn right after United Bank (on the left) 0.1 mi At the traffic circle, continue straight onto National Ave 0.4 mi Continue onto VA-7 E/Berryville Ave Continue to follow VA-7 E Pass by Stop And Shop (on the right) 36.0 mi Use the right 2 lanes to take the Dulles Greenway ramp to Dulles Airport/Washington Toll road 0.3 mi Continue on VA-267 E to Bethesda. Take exit 39 from I-495 N 31 min (31.2 mi) Continue onto VA-267 E/Dulles Greenway Toll road 11.9 mi Keep left to continue on VA-267 E Toll road 7.8 mi Keep right at the fork to stay on VA-267 E Toll road 5.3 mi Use the right 2 lanes to take the EXIT 18 B/I-495 N exit toward Baltimore 0.7 mi Merge onto I-495 N Entering Maryland 4.8 mi Take exit 39 to merge onto MD-190 W/River Rd toward Potomac 0.8 mi Follow River Rd and Seven Locks Rd to English Way in Potomac 3 min (1.3 mi) Merge onto MD-190 W/River Rd 0.1 mi Use the middle lane to continue on River Rd 0.1 mi Turn right onto Seven Locks Rd 0.9 mi Turn left onto English Way 479 ft Turn right at the 1st cross street to stay on English Way Our office will be on the right.

Get on US-40 E from E Patrick St and S Jefferson St 6 min (1.5 mi) Head west on E Patrick St toward N Market St 0.6 mi Turn left onto S Jefferson St 0.7 mi Continue onto US-340 W 0.1 mi Use the right lane to merge onto US-40 E via the ramp to I-270 S/I-70 0.1 mi Follow I-270 S to Democracy Blvd in Potomac. Take exit 1 from I-270 Spur S 30 min (31.6 mi) Merge onto US-40 E 0.3 mi Keep left to continue on I-270 S 30.3 mi Use the right lane to take the 270 Spur exit toward North Virginia/Washington/Interstate 495 S 0.5 mi Continue onto I-270 Spur S 0.2 mi Take exit 1 for Democracy Blvd 0.2 mi Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Democracy Blvd West and merge onto Democracy Blvd 295 ft Follow Democracy Blvd and Seven Locks Rd to English Way 6 min (2.3 mi) Merge onto Democracy Blvd 0.9 mi Turn left onto Seven Locks Rd 1.3 mi Turn right onto English Way 479 ft Turn right at the 1st cross street to stay on English Way Our office will be on the right..

Head northeast toward US-29 S 19 s (0.2 mi) Follow US-29 S and I-495 W to MD-190 W/River Rd in Potomac. Take exit 39 from I-495 W 31 min (25.5 mi) Merge onto US-29 S 15.7 mi Slight right to merge onto I-495 W toward Bethesda/Northern Virginia 9.3 mi Take exit 39 for MD-190 W toward Potomac 0.6 mi Take Seven Locks Rd to English Way 3 min (1.2 mi) Use the right lane to turn left onto MD-190 W/River Rd 256 ft Use the middle lane to continue on River Rd 0.1 mi Turn right onto Seven Locks Rd 0.9 mi Turn left onto English Way 479 ft Turn right at the 1st cross street to stay on English Way Our office will be on the right.

How to Get a Medical Marijuana Card in Bethesda, MD

Step 1 is to book an appointment with your SWI medical marijuana doctor

Register with the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA)

Create a patient account with the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) through the official state registration portal. There is no fee to register with the state. Patients may optionally request a physical medical cannabis ID card for $25 after approval.

Step 2 is to meet with your SWI medical marijuana doctor

Schedule an Evaluation with One of Our Certified Physicians

Schedule an appointment online or call (240) 232-6645 to meet with a Maryland-licensed doctor. The physician will review your medical history and determine whether you qualify for medical cannabis under Maryland law.

Step three: Visit dispensary near you to obtain medical marijuana product

Receive Your Medical Cannabis Card

Once approved, the physician submits your medical cannabis certification through the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) system. Once your certification is active, you may legally purchase medical cannabis at licensed dispensaries using your MCA patient ID number. You may optionally request a physical medical cannabis ID card from the MCA for a $25 fee.

Maryland Medical Marijuana Qualifying Conditions

Under Maryland law, patients may qualify for medical cannabis if they are diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition or another condition that a Maryland-licensed healthcare provider determines may benefit from medical cannabis treatment. Common qualifying conditions recognized under Maryland’s medical cannabis program include:

Maryland does not maintain a restrictive or closed list of qualifying conditions. Instead, eligibility is determined through an individualized medical evaluation conducted by a provider registered with the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA). A patient may qualify if the provider determines that medical cannabis is clinically appropriate for their condition.

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Our Maryland Medical Marijuana Doctor

The Sanctuary Wellness Institute works with Maryland-licensed doctors who are authorized to evaluate patients for eligibility for medical cannabis certification under Maryland law and Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) regulations.

Dr. Christopher Hall, MD Medical Marijuana Doctor

Dr. Christopher Hall, MD

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Medical marijuana card cost in Maryland

How Much Does a Maryland Medical Marijuana Card Cost

Fee Type Paid To
Physician evaluation (new patient) Sanctuary / Physician – $149
Physician evaluation (renewal) Sanctuary / Physician – $99
MD MMJ card fee (State fee)* Maryland Cannabis Administration - $25

* State fees, including any optional medical cannabis ID card fees, are paid directly to the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) and are not collected or controlled by The Sanctuary Wellness Institute.

How to Register with the State for Medical Marijuana in MD

  1. Create an Account with the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA): Submit a patient registration through the official Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) online portal. During registration, you will be asked to provide basic identifying information to create your patient profile.
  2. Verify Your Email Address: After submitting your registration, the MCA will send a verification email to the address you provided. You must confirm your email address to activate your account and proceed with the medical cannabis certification process.

Where Can You Buy Maryland Medical Marijuana?

There are 90+ licensed cannabis dispensaries operating across Maryland, giving registered patients and caregivers access to a wide range of state-approved medical cannabis products, including:

  1. Cannabis flower
  2. Edibles
  3. Vape products
  4. Topicals and concentrates

Under Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) regulations, registered patients may purchase and possess up to 120 grams of usable cannabis flower OR its equivalent, which is defined as up to 36 grams of THC within a 30-day rolling period. Purchases are tracked through the state system to ensure compliance with Maryland law.

About the Maryland Medical Cannabis Program

Maryland’s medical cannabis program was established in 2014 through the passage of House Bill 881, creating a regulated system that allows eligible patients to legally access medical cannabis for therapeutic use.

To participate in the program, patients must receive a medical cannabis certification from a Maryland-licensed healthcare provider registered with the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA). After obtaining certification, patients complete registration with the MCA to become authorized participants in the state program.

Once registered, patients may legally purchase medical cannabis from state-licensed dispensaries throughout Maryland, in accordance with MCA regulations and purchase limits.

About the Maryland Medical Cannabis Program

How to Renew Your Card in Maryland

In Maryland, patient registrations remain active for multiple years, but medical cannabis certifications must be renewed annually by a licensed healthcare provider to maintain uninterrupted access to medical cannabis.

  1. Schedule Your Annual Recertification Appointment with the Sanctuary: Book your renewal appointment online or call (240) 232-6645 to speak with The Sanctuary Wellness Institute. You’ll meet with a Maryland-licensed doctor who will review your condition and determine whether continued medical cannabis use is appropriate.
  2. Update Your Certification Through the MCA System: Once approved, the doctor will submit your annual medical cannabis recertification directly through the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) system. There is no state fee required for annual recertification, unless you choose to request a physical medical cannabis ID card, which carries a $25 optional fee paid directly to the MCA.
  3. Continue Accessing Medical Cannabis: Once your recertification is active, you may continue purchasing medical cannabis using your MCA patient ID number. A physical ID card is optional and may be ordered through the MCA portal if desired.

How to Become a Medical Marijuana Caregiver in MD

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A medical cannabis caregiver is an individual authorized to assist a registered patient with the purchase, transportation, or administration of medical cannabis.

In Maryland, caregivers must be at least 21 years old and registered with the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA).

  1. Submit a Caregiver Application: Create and submit a caregiver registration through the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA) online portal. During registration, you will be asked to provide identifying information required by the state.
  2. Receive Caregiver Approval: Once approved by the MCA, you will be issued a caregiver identification number, which allows you to legally assist a registered medical cannabis patient.

Understanding the Potential Side Effects of Medical Marijuana

Chronic or heavy use of medical marijuana may lead to long-term health effects. These can differ based on the method of consumption, frequency of use, and the THC-to-CBD ratio. Long-term side effects may include:

  • Respiratory issues: Smoking cannabis regularly may irritate the lungs and lead to chronic bronchitis or coughing. Alternatives such as vaporizers, edibles, or tinctures are generally less harmful to respiratory health.
  • Tolerance and dependence: Over time, frequent users may develop tolerance, requiring higher doses for the same therapeutic effect. In some cases, mild withdrawal symptoms—such as irritability, sleep problems, or cravings—can occur upon discontinuation.
  • Cognitive impact: Prolonged use, particularly starting at a young age, may affect learning, memory, and concentration.
  • Mental health concerns: Individuals predisposed to anxiety, depression, or psychotic disorders may experience worsened symptoms with high-THC cannabis use.
  • Motivational changes: Some users report reduced motivation, energy, or productivity—often referred to as “amotivational syndrome.”

Medical marijuana can be a valuable part of a personalized treatment plan when used responsibly and under medical guidance. Understanding both the benefits and potential side effects allows patients to make safe, evidence-based decisions about their care.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can connect with a Maryland medical marijuana doctor by contacting The Sanctuary Wellness Institute. Give us a call at (240) 232-6645 to schedule an online appointment with a licensed physician.

Yes, you can get a Maryland MMJ card online. The state allows marijuana evaluations to be conducted virtually.

There is no cost to register with the state patient registry. Patients may optionally request a physical medical cannabis ID card for $25 through the MCA portal after approval.

It can take up to 30 days for the MCA to mail your MMJ card to you, but you can print your medical marijuana certification and use it as a temporary card in the meantime.

Yes, minors are eligible to receive medical marijuana cards in Maryland, but they must have a parent or legal guardian serve as their caregiver.

According to Maryland law, medical cardholders can buy up to a 30-day supply of cannabis at once, which is defined as up to 120 grams of dried flower or 36 grams of THC from a licensed dispensary.

Adults who’re at least 21 years old can purchase recreational cannabis from Maryland dispensaries, but you cannot purchase medical cannabis products without a valid MMJ card.

In Maryland, a registered medical marijuana patient is allowed to cultivate up to four cannabis plants.

No, Maryland does not recognize medical marijuana cards issued by other states.

The answer as to whether you can use your MD medical card in another state will depend on the state you're visiting. Some states honor out-of-state cards, while others don't. Be sure to check other states’ reciprocity laws before traveling.

Yes, adults who’re 21 and older can legally purchase, possess, and grow recreational cannabis in Maryland.

In Maryland, a medical marijuana card only has to be renewed every six years, but patients must get recertified for medical marijuana treatment annually.

To renew your Maryland medical marijuana card, you must first schedule a renewal evaluation with a medical marijuana doctor, which you can do through The Sanctuary. Once you get certified for medical marijuana, you can submit a renewal form through the MCA portal.

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