# #education | Sandra Milena Carrillo Gomez MD MHSM Med. Cannabis Specialist > **Author:** Benjamin Caplan, MD (ABFM Board Certified, MA Lic. #240562, NPI: 1962722637) > **Publisher:** CED Clinic (https://cedclinic.com) > **Canonical URL:** https://cedclinic.com/education-sandra-milena-carrillo-gomez-md-mhsm-med-cannabis-specialist/ > **Published:** 2026-06-17T17:07:00-04:00 | **Last Modified / Clinically Audited:** 2026-09-08T20:22:51-04:00 > **Clinical Summary:** Cannabis medicine specialist education advances at international research summits. Clinical updates and trends for prescribers. --- ✦ New CED Clinical Relevance #67 Notable Clinical Interest Emerging findings or policy developments worth monitoring closely. ResearchPolicyIndustryNeurologyMental HealthSafetyDosing Clinical Summary # Clinical Summary This article reports on presentations from a [Cannabis Research](https://cedclinic.com/pediatric-cannabis-certification-care-children/) Summit in Toronto where global leaders in [medical cannabis](https://cedclinic.com/therapeutic-benefits-of-thc/) discussed current research trends and clinical developments in the field. While specific study details are not provided in the available summary, such international forums typically address emerging evidence on [cannabinoid pharmacology](https://cedclinic.com/cannabinoid-drug-interactions-clinical-evidence/), clinical efficacy across therapeutic domains, standardization of dosing and product quality, and integration of cannabis into evidence-based practice protocols. These summits serve an important function in synthesizing scattered literature and establishing consensus on best practices, which directly impacts how clinicians can confidently counsel patients on appropriate [cannabis use](https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-cardiovascular-health-insights-2024/), potential drug interactions, and realistic therapeutic expectations. For physicians considering cannabis in their practice or managing patients currently using cannabis products, participation in or review of evidence discussed at such summits provides access to vetted clinical perspectives that can inform decision-making beyond individual studies. Clinicians should seek out summit proceedings and educational resources from recognized [cannabis medicine](https://cedclinic.com/essential-oils-industrial-hemp-antimicrobial-benefits/) specialists to stay current with evolving clinical standards and safety data in this rapidly advancing field. Dr. Caplan’s Take “What strikes me about these summits is that we’re finally seeing serious clinicians from multiple countries comparing notes on outcomes rather than ideology, which is where the field needs to be—but we’re still operating with significant gaps in prospective, controlled human data, particularly around long-term safety in specific populations like adolescents and pregnant patients.” Clinical Perspective 💊 While educational initiatives and expert summits on [medical cannabis](https://cedclinic.com/therapeutic-benefits-of-thc/) are valuable for advancing the field, clinicians should recognize that consensus on optimal dosing, formulation, drug interactions, and patient selection criteria remains limited despite increased professional dialogue. The heterogeneity of cannabis products, variable cannabinoid profiles, and lack of standardized clinical trial evidence mean that even specialist-led discussions may not resolve fundamental uncertainties about efficacy and safety for most conditions. Additionally, regulatory frameworks and product availability vary significantly by jurisdiction, creating gaps between what specialists discuss in high-income settings and what is actually accessible or safe to recommend in typical clinical practice. Healthcare providers should view such educational resources as part of ongoing professional development rather than definitive guidance, while maintaining realistic expectations about the strength of evidence supporting medical [cannabis use](https://cedclinic.com/cannabis-cardiovascular-health-insights-2024/) and remaining cautious about marketing claims or premature clinical adoption. A practical approach involves staying informed through credible sources, clearly documenting the evidence limitations when discussing cannabis with patients, and 💬 Join the Conversation Have a question about how this applies to your situation? [Ask Dr. Caplan →](https://benjamincaplan.com/ask-dr-caplan) Want to discuss this topic with other patients and caregivers? [Join the forum discussion →](https://cedclinic.com/interact/discussion-forums/forum/cannabis-related-research/) Have thoughts on this? 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