Who you might meet at Releaf

One of the more common questions our new patients have is: "Who will I meet at Releaf?"

It's a great question and one worth answering in detail. 

While each patient's experience is unique, every treatment plan is overseen by one of the GMC-registered specialists, who are supported by nursing and GP staff. Together, they make up our world-class clinical team of more than 25 health professionals.

Who are the doctors at Releaf, and how do they help?

At Releaf, your medical cannabis treatment journey starts with an initial consultation with one of the GMC-registered specialists we’ve handpicked to join our team. 

Each specialist comes from diverse backgrounds in medical specialities, including rheumatology, neurology, pain management, and psychiatry, and they truly are the heartbeat of Releaf. 

You can request to see any one of our specialists, or we can help you select the best fit for your health needs and goals.

Headed up by Dr. Sue Clenton (Medical Director/Oncology Specialist), our clinical team includes:

Why do I need to see a specialist, and not just a GP?

Under the current UK regulations, cannabis-based treatment options can only be prescribed for the first time by a specialist doctor. The reasoning behind this decision is due to the complex nature of medical cannabis treatments and the need for a doctor with specialised knowledge in this area.

Your treatment plan will then be reviewed by our Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) before your medical cannabis prescription is confirmed and sent to our pharmacy partner, Xeal Dispensary.

Once your treatment plan has been confirmed, you may have follow-up appointments with your chosen specialist or another member of our clinical team, including GPs and prescribing nurses.

What is the Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), and why is it important?

Our MDT includes members of the clinical team and support staff who work collaboratively to provide comprehensive patient care. Instead of relying on just one nurse, doctor, or specialist to oversee your treatment, our MDT brings together expertise from all members to create a well-rounded, personalised treatment plan based on your specific health needs.

How does the Patient Support Team assist you?

As with the Releaf clinical team, our Patient Support Team is always here to help - our friendly, knowledgeable staff are dedicated to your care. They are ready to help with:

• Initial inquiries
• Appointment management
• Answering any questions you may have about your treatment or prescription
• Or any general questions about medical cannabis treatment in the UK

Our Patient Support Team is here to make your experience with Releaf as smooth, stress-free, and easy as possible. They act as the bridge between you and your clinical team - no matter if you have just begun your journey with medical cannabis or are a long-time patient at Releaf, our team is always available to provide support, every step of the way.

You can contact the Patient Support Team through:

• Email: support@releaf.co.uk
• Phone: +44 (0) 20 3657 3346
• Or through our contact page: https://releaf.co.uk/contact

Why Releaf?

As the fastest-growing and most trusted private medical cannabis clinic in the UK, Releaf is leading the industry in providing affordable, accessible, safe, and effective cannabis-based treatment options for patients UK-wide. 60,000+ UK residents have already discovered Releaf, and you can join them. 

We understand that starting a new treatment can feel daunting, and that’s completely understandable.

Here at Releaf, we are passionate about providing compassionate care, education, and ongoing support to all patients. Our number one priority is patient safety and treatment success, and we work hard to ensure that every Releaf patient has access to the highest-quality medical cannabis care.

Want to learn more?

Head to our medical cannabis eligibility checker - it takes all of 20 seconds to complete, and once finished, you will have a much fuller understanding of whether medical cannabis treatment is right for you. 

Check out the rest of our New Patient blog series to find quick, easy to understand content on all there is to know about medical cannabis treatment in the UK. We also have our fully stocked education section and blog, which is updated daily to bring you the most up-to-date information on everything medical cannabis UK.