Dr. Janice Makela
Cited as an expert in Forbes · Published in KevinMD
About Me
Experienced Physician: I am ABIM board-certified in Internal Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Care, and Geriatric Medicine. As a dedicated physician with over 20 years of experience in academic hospitals, veteran’s hospitals, hospices, nursing homes, and home care, I treated thousands of patients in almost every setting.
Knowledgeable Expert: With in-depth knowledge of the Endocannabinoid System and expertise in Medical Cannabis, I offer trusted guidance in this evolving field.
Skilled Communicator: From lecturing in academia to navigating difficult conversations in hospice, I’ve honed the skills needed to make complex and emotional topics understandable.
Cannabis in Clinical Practice: What Every Clinician Needs to Know
Almost every clinician has patients who use cannabis. This means that, more than ever, clinicians need to know how to treat patients who use cannabis.
Updated with evidence, clinical guidance, and research published through 2026
This 4.25-hour course offers AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and ANCC contact hours. The training emphasizes practical decision-making, risk reduction, patient communication, documentation, and shared decision-making strategies that can be applied immediately in clinical practice.
Free Clinical Cannabis Training
Watch a free clinical training: The Hidden Clinical Impact of Patient Cannabis Use: What Every Clinician Needs to Know
My Services
I am available for your educational and legal medical expert needs, offering both in-person and virtual services.
Medical Expert / Case Review: Professional medical case analysis.
Medical Education and Lectures: Custom lectures for senior facilities, clinics, and healthcare systems.
Personal Training in Cannabis Medicine: Personalized, customized training for the clinician who wants to take better care of their patients who use cannabis.