“Cannabis Medicine” with Kevin P. Hill, M.D., M.H.S

In a comprehensive dialogue, Dr. Mark Gold converses with cannabis expert Dr. Kevin Hill to explore the clinical implications of cannabis use, focusing on its increasing potency over time and the implications for public health and addiction treatment. Dr. Hill recounts his journey from premed to cannabis specialization, sparked by his work in a partial hospital program helping patients with cannabis use disorders. He highlights a significant evolution in understanding cannabis use disorders, with recent statistics indicating that 30-35% of adult users may develop such disorders, soaring from the previously noted 10%. This rise correlates with the increased potency of cannabis strains currently available, which contain much higher THC levels than in past decades, raising alarms regarding potential health risks.