Integrative Medicine Webinar: CBD 101 - An introduction to Cannabidiol (CBD) in Clinical Practice
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Event Details
Presented by: Joshua Sosnow, DVM
This session offers a practical, clinician-friendly overview of cannabinoids, with a focus on cannabidiol (CBD). We’ll walk through the basics of the endocannabinoid system and how it functions in veterinary patients, then dive into what that means for real-world use. The course will also cover how CBD is processed in the body, current legal considerations, and when it may (and may not) be appropriate to consider CBD as a therapeutic option. We’ll wrap up with key dosing guidelines and patient management tips to help you feel more confident navigating this evolving area in practice.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the basic function of the endocannabinoid system and its role in animal health.
- Recognize when CBD may be an appropriate therapeutic option, including key legal considerations.
- Describe how CBD is metabolized and apply practical dosing and patient management strategies.
For More Information:
Dr. Sosnow is a native of Arizona, growing up near the Catalina Mountains in Tucson. He attended Occidental College in Los Angeles and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He then went on to attend the joint-degree program at Oregon/Washington State Universities where he earned his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. After graduating from Veterinary school Dr. Sosnow spent 13 months training at the Animal Medical Center (www.amcny.org) in New York City. During his study at the Animal Medical Center he completed rotations in Cardiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Internal Medicine and Surgery...just to name a few! After completing his residency in New York City, Dr. Sosnow worked at a well-established animal hospital in Scarsdale, NY where he built a loyal following of clients. After several years in New York, he and his wife decided they'd had enough of the cold weather and moved to Phoenix, Arizona. In 2004 Dr. Sosnow purchased North Scottsdale Animal Hospital where he is committed to turning his dreams into reality. His areas of special interest include: Dermatology, Internal Medicine, Allergy Treatment, Gastrointestinal Diseases and Infectious Diseases.