Articles
Perioperative cannabis education
General educational articles for patients preparing for surgery and clinical teams building perioperative screening workflows.
For patients
Why Telling Your Surgical Team About Cannabis Use Matters
Many patients hesitate to tell their surgical team about cannabis use. Here is why disclosure matters for anesthesia and pain planning — and how to start the conversation.
Cannabis and Anesthesia: What Patients Should Know Before a Procedure
A plain-language overview of why anesthesiologists ask about cannabis use, common patient concerns, and questions worth bringing to your pre-op visit.
Cannabis, Pain Management, and Recovery After Surgery: What to Expect
General education on discussing pain management plans with your surgical team if you use cannabis, when to flag inadequate pain control, and what to expect during recovery.
For clinical teams
Perioperative Cannabis Use: A Framework for Surgical Teams
An overview for surgeons and anesthesiologists on why structured cannabis screening matters perioperatively and a practical three-domain framework for clinical teams.
Building a Cannabis Use Disclosure Protocol for Your Surgical Department
An operational guide for department leaders on implementing standardized cannabis intake questions, EHR documentation, staff training, and quality measurement.