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Health conditions that impact quality of life can be both disruptive and frustrating. While pharmaceuticals may offer temporary relief, they often come with side effects and the risk of addiction.
According to a recent survey of our patients, medical cannabis is being used to treat anxiety, pain, stress, insomnia, and for general relaxation and enjoyment, among other reasons, all without the side effects associated with pharmaceuticals.
Your Sanctuary Wellness Institute medical marijuana doctor has extensive experience with medical marijuana certifications and will make sure you're well-informed and comfortable with the process in Pennsylvania.
Call us at (412) 213-8120 or book online to get started.
Quick & Simple Process
Book online or call us at (412) 213-8120 to schedule an appointment with one of The Sanctuary’s licensed medical marijuana doctors. You will also need to fill out a short form to register online with the state and obtain your Patient ID number before booking.
Meet with one of our doctors in person or via a teleWellness appointment for your medical marijuana evaluation. If your doctor determines that you qualify for Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program, they’ll submit your certification to the PA Department of Health.
Once your doctor certifies you for medical cannabis, you’ll receive a confirmation email listing next steps, which include paying a $50 registration fee. Most patients receive their MMJ cards within two weeks of registration.
To be eligible for a medical marijuana card in Pennsylvania, you must be diagnosed with one of the state's qualifying conditions. Those conditions are as follows:
The Sanctuary Wellness Institute is proud to be working with medical wellness physicians who are experts in their field. Combining their expertise with a compassionate, informative and helpful approach to patient care allows us to provide an exceptional teleWellness patient experience.
Among our expert physician staff we have Dr Moday, author of The Immunotype Breakthrough and Dr Sundar an international speakers.
These guys are amazing. They truly did help me. I have no complaints. Thank you to the state of Pennsylvania and everybody involved.
Ace B.
That dr morgen was great answered my questions before I could ask loved it being a long time smoker she knew exactly what I needed.
Michael O.
I renewed with them twice now and found them to be very professional and efficient. My doctor each time was friendly and actually listened.️
Mike P.
606 Liberty Avenue, suite 407,
Pittsburgh, PA, 15222
Phone: (412) 213-8120
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Take Baum Blvd and Bigelow Blvd to Sixth Ave 14 min (4.5 mi) Head northwest on Station St toward N Euclid Ave 118 ft Turn left at the 1st cross street onto N Euclid Ave 0.4 mi Turn right onto Baum Blvd Pass by Chipotle Mexican Grill (on the left in 1 mi) 1.3 mi Use any lane to turn right onto N Craig St 0.2 mi Continue straight onto Bigelow Blvd 2.5 mi Continue straight onto Bigelow Sq 335 ft Turn right onto Sixth Ave 3 min (0.3 mi) Turn left onto Liberty Ave 58 sec (0.1 mi) Drive to your destination 23 sec (187 ft).
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Head south on Wilson Ave toward W Burgess St 5 sec (121 ft) Turn left at the 1st cross street onto W Burgess St 41 sec (0.2 mi) Take Federal Street Ext, Federal St and N Commons to Market St 9 min (2.0 mi) Turn right onto Perrysville Ave 187 ft Continue straight onto Federal Street Ext 0.3 mi Continue onto Federal St 0.6 mi Turn left onto N Commons 0.3 mi Slight right onto S Commons 0.1 mi Turn left onto Federal St 0.2 mi At First National Bank, continue onto 6th St Brg/Roberto Clemente Brg 0.2 mi Continue onto 6th St 0.2 mi Drive to your destination 24 sec (187 ft) Continue straight onto Market St 69 ft Turn left Destination will be on the left 118 ft.
| New | Renew | |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Marijuana Certificate | $149 | $89 |
| Additional State fee | $50 | $50 |
| Total | $199 | $139 |
Pennsylvania has over 150 cannabis dispensaries. As a registered patient or caregiver, you can buy oils, topicals, tinctures, vapes, cannabis flower, and more. Each cardholder can possess up to a 90-day supply of cannabis products at once. Some of the best dispensaries around Pittsburgh, PA include:
In 2016, the passage of Act 16 (also known as the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Act) established the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program. To be eligible, patients must receive a doctor's recommendation and register with the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
Once a patient is approved by the state, they’re issued a medical marijuana card that they can use to purchase medical cannabis from licensed dispensaries.
Pennsylvania medical marijuana cards must be renewed on an annual basis. To renew your card, follow the steps below:
Caregivers obtain medical cannabis for minors, homebound adults, and other patients who cannot get it themselves. In Pennsylvania, a caregiver may care for as many patients as they want. To be eligible, you must be a PA resident over the age of 21.
To become a caregiver in Pennsylvania, follow the steps below:
440,949
This number represents 0.3% of Pennsylvania's total population.9,203
PA medical marijuana patients can purchase and possess up to 23.7 oz over a 90-day period.1,929
All formulations of medical cannabis are available in PA.180
The average price of an ounce of cannabis in Pennsylvania is approximately $356.33
Home cultivation of medical cannabis is not legal in PA.$6.8 - $15.7 per gram of cannabis flower
Medical cannabis purchases are not subject to excise tax in Pennsylvania.No risk guarantee - get approved or your money back!
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The Sanctuary Wellness Institute can connect you with a medical marijuana doctor. Call (412) 213-8120 today to set up a virtual appointment with a certified physician.
Medical marijuana applicants in Pennsylvania are not required to undergo a background check. However, those applying to be caregivers must complete one. Furthermore, they must not have been convicted of a crime involving the sale or possession of drugs, narcotics, or any other controlled substance in the last five years.
Yes, partnering with The Sanctuary allows you to complete the entire process of obtaining your MMJ card online. First, one of our doctors will connect with you virtually to certify you for medical cannabis. Then, once you’re approved, you’ll be able to complete the registration process on the Pennsylvania Department of Health website.
Yes, qualifying minors can use medical cannabis as long as a registered caregiver buys it for them.
The Pennsylvania Department of Health charges $50 for medical marijuana cards. Both patients and caregivers pay this fee. If you participate in a government program such as Medicaid, PACE/PACENET, CHIP, SNAP, or WIC, you may be eligible for a free card.
Once you’ve registered with the Department of Health and paid the fee, you should receive your medical marijuana card in the mail within two weeks.
No, you cannot enter a Pennsylvania dispensary without a valid MMJ card and photo identification.
Medical marijuana cardholders in Pennsylvania can possess up to 90 days' worth of medical cannabis products at once.
Whether you can use your Pennsylvania MMJ card in another state will depend on that state's reciprocity laws. Some states accept out-of-state medical cards, while others don’t.
No, recreational cannabis is illegal in Pennsylvania.
To renew your Pennsylvania medical card, you must get recertified by a medical marijuana doctor, which can be done through The Sanctuary. Additionally, you must pay the state's $50 renewal fee.
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