Western Path Healing Center offers virtual office visits via our HIPAA-compliant patient portal. Our patients can now see the doctor at a convenient time from the comfort of home.
Western Path Healing Center was created out of a desire to serve Montana's medical cannabis (marijuana) patients. Founded by medical professionals experienced in cannabis therapeutics, Doctor Laura and Nurse Karen look forward to guiding you on your medical cannabis journey!
Due to legislative changes May 2023, providers across the state can now certify only 38 patients per calendar year before being subjected to a medical board investigation and associated cost. This is a truly disappointing change, pushing physicians and patients out of the medical program toward the highly taxed recreational program. We will continue to provide care to patients, within the new restrictions, but please accept our apologies in advance if we are capped out toward the end of the year.
"The department shall provide the board of medical examiners with the name of any physician who provides a written certification for 39 or more patients within any given calendar year. The board of medical examiners shall review the physician's practices in order to determine whether the practices meet the standard of care. The physician whose practices are under review shall pay the costs of the board's review activities."
§ 16-12-509, MCA
Amended by Laws 2023, Ch. 743,Sec. 7, eff. 5/22/2023.
Mont. Code § 16-12-509
Wait, isn't marijuana legal now?
"Adult-use" programs are different than medical programs in many ways. Many patients choose to continue in the medical program in order to maximize product choices, avoid exorbitant taxes and maintain peace-of-mind.
If you have one of the following qualifying conditions, please contact us for more information on how we can help you become a certified Medical Marijuana patient. By Montana law, only Montana residents with a qualifying debilitating medical condition can be certified to be in the medical marijuana program. Check out the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services website for answers to common questions and forms at the DPHHS website for more information on your Montana Medical Marijuana Card.
Before your appointment, be sure to collect medical records documenting one of the following qualifying debilitating medical conditions, as well as a list of your current medications, so your doctor appointment can go more smoothly. You can also request records be sent directly to us from previous clinics. Rest assured we respect your privacy when it comes to medical records, and we utilize bank-grade encrypted computer technology to protect your information. Doctor Laura and Nurse Karen will work with you to navigate the process of obtaining your Montana Medical Marijuana Card.
Montana Medical Marijuana Qualifying Conditions
Cancer, glaucoma or positive status for human immunodeficiency virus, or acquired immune deficiency syndrome when the condition or disease results in symptoms that seriously and adversely affect the patient’s health status
Cachexia or wasting syndrome
Severe chronic pain that is persistent pain of severe intensity that significantly interferes with daily activities as documented by the patient's treating physician
Intractable nausea or vomiting
Epilepsy or an intractable seizure disorder
Multiple sclerosis
Crohn’s disease
Painful peripheral neuropathy
A central nervous system disorder resulting in chronic, painful spasticity or muscle spasms
Admittance into hospice care
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
We will work together with you to make sure you get the highest quality, compliant certification!
