With over two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Goldstein is the CEO and co-founder
of Goldstein Wellness and serves as the Medical Director/Owner of Canna-Centers
Wellness & Education. Her patient roster, numbering over 20,000 individuals, includes
more than two thousand children who have benefited from medical cannabis under her
care.
A graduate of UMDNJ/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. Goldstein initially found her passion in pediatric medicine. Her tenure at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), where she ascended to the position of Chief Resident, provided a solid foundation for her future endeavors. She later worked as Critical Care Transport Attending Physician at CHLA and Pediatric Emergency Attending Physician at LA County/USC Medical Center.
Dr. Goldstein's journey into the realm of cannabis-based medicine began in 2008 when she witnessed the transformative impact of cannabis on a suffering friend. This pivotal moment steered her career trajectory towards exploring the medicinal potential of cannabis, ultimately establishing her as a foremost expert and pioneer in the field.
A graduate of UMDNJ/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. Goldstein initially found her passion in pediatric medicine. Her tenure at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), where she ascended to the position of Chief Resident, provided a solid foundation for her future endeavors. She later worked as Critical Care Transport Attending Physician at CHLA and Pediatric Emergency Attending Physician at LA County/USC Medical Center.
Dr. Goldstein's journey into the realm of cannabis-based medicine began in 2008 when she witnessed the transformative impact of cannabis on a suffering friend. This pivotal moment steered her career trajectory towards exploring the medicinal potential of cannabis, ultimately establishing her as a foremost expert and pioneer in the field.
With over two decades of clinical experience, Dr. Goldstein is the CEO and co-founder
of Goldstein Wellness and serves as the Medical Director/Owner of Canna-Centers
Wellness & Education. Her patient roster, numbering over 20,000 individuals, includes
more than two thousand children who have benefited from medical cannabis under her
care.
A graduate of UMDNJ/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. Goldstein initially found her passion in pediatric medicine. Her tenure at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), where she ascended to the position of Chief Resident, provided a solid foundation for her future endeavors. She later worked as Critical Care Transport Attending Physician at CHLA and Pediatric Emergency Attending Physician at LA County/USC Medical Center.
Dr. Goldstein's journey into the realm of cannabis-based medicine began in 2008 when she witnessed the transformative impact of cannabis on a suffering friend. This pivotal moment steered her career trajectory towards exploring the medicinal potential of cannabis, ultimately establishing her as a foremost expert and pioneer in the field.
A graduate of UMDNJ/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. Goldstein initially found her passion in pediatric medicine. Her tenure at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA), where she ascended to the position of Chief Resident, provided a solid foundation for her future endeavors. She later worked as Critical Care Transport Attending Physician at CHLA and Pediatric Emergency Attending Physician at LA County/USC Medical Center.
Dr. Goldstein's journey into the realm of cannabis-based medicine began in 2008 when she witnessed the transformative impact of cannabis on a suffering friend. This pivotal moment steered her career trajectory towards exploring the medicinal potential of cannabis, ultimately establishing her as a foremost expert and pioneer in the field.
Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Goldstein has authored acclaimed books such as
"Cannabis Revealed" and "Cannabis is Medicine," the latter being translated into
multiple languages, including Spanish and Czech. Collaborating with Cannformatics,
she has spearheaded groundbreaking research, notably co-authoring three seminal
papers employing pharmacometabolomics to evaluate the impact of medical cannabis
treatment in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. These studies represent a
significant milestone in medical research, offering objective evidence of the efficacy of
personalized cannabinoid therapy.
Dr. Goldstein's impact transcends the clinical and research realms. She actively advocates for improved access and understanding of cannabis-based treatments, serving on the boards of the International Alliance for Cannabinoid Medicines and Autism Safe Haven. As the Medical Advisor to Weedmaps and Cannformatics, her expertise plays a pivotal role in advancing cannabinoid medicine.
Recognized globally for her pioneering work in treating children with advanced cancers using cannabis, Dr. Goldstein gained widespread acclaim through the Netflix documentary "Weed the People." Her advocacy extends to popular television platforms like "The Doctors," where she tirelessly educates about medical cannabis use for children facing serious conditions.
In addition to her media engagements, Dr. Goldstein is a sought-after speaker at prestigious medical conferences worldwide, delivering keynote addresses at events such as the Portugal Medicinal Cannabis Conference and United in Compassion in Sydney, Australia. She also serves as the Medical Advisor to the annual CannMed conference, where her Medical Practicum attracts practitioners from around the globe eager to glean insights from her expertise and experience.
Dr. Goldstein's impact transcends the clinical and research realms. She actively advocates for improved access and understanding of cannabis-based treatments, serving on the boards of the International Alliance for Cannabinoid Medicines and Autism Safe Haven. As the Medical Advisor to Weedmaps and Cannformatics, her expertise plays a pivotal role in advancing cannabinoid medicine.
Recognized globally for her pioneering work in treating children with advanced cancers using cannabis, Dr. Goldstein gained widespread acclaim through the Netflix documentary "Weed the People." Her advocacy extends to popular television platforms like "The Doctors," where she tirelessly educates about medical cannabis use for children facing serious conditions.
In addition to her media engagements, Dr. Goldstein is a sought-after speaker at prestigious medical conferences worldwide, delivering keynote addresses at events such as the Portugal Medicinal Cannabis Conference and United in Compassion in Sydney, Australia. She also serves as the Medical Advisor to the annual CannMed conference, where her Medical Practicum attracts practitioners from around the globe eager to glean insights from her expertise and experience.
Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Goldstein has authored acclaimed books such as
"Cannabis Revealed" and "Cannabis is Medicine," the latter being translated into
multiple languages, including Spanish and Czech. Collaborating with Cannformatics,
she has spearheaded groundbreaking research, notably co-authoring three seminal
papers employing pharmacometabolomics to evaluate the impact of medical cannabis
treatment in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. These studies represent a
significant milestone in medical research, offering objective evidence of the efficacy of
personalized cannabinoid therapy.
Dr. Goldstein's impact transcends the clinical and research realms. She actively advocates for improved access and understanding of cannabis-based treatments, serving on the boards of the International Alliance for Cannabinoid Medicines and Autism Safe Haven. As the Medical Advisor to Weedmaps and Cannformatics, her expertise plays a pivotal role in advancing cannabinoid medicine.
Recognized globally for her pioneering work in treating children with advanced cancers using cannabis, Dr. Goldstein gained widespread acclaim through the Netflix documentary "Weed the People." Her advocacy extends to popular television platforms like "The Doctors," where she tirelessly educates about medical cannabis use for children facing serious conditions.
In addition to her media engagements, Dr. Goldstein is a sought-after speaker at prestigious medical conferences worldwide, delivering keynote addresses at events such as the Portugal Medicinal Cannabis Conference and United in Compassion in Sydney, Australia. She also serves as the Medical Advisor to the annual CannMed conference, where her Medical Practicum attracts practitioners from around the globe eager to glean insights from her expertise and experience.
Dr. Goldstein's impact transcends the clinical and research realms. She actively advocates for improved access and understanding of cannabis-based treatments, serving on the boards of the International Alliance for Cannabinoid Medicines and Autism Safe Haven. As the Medical Advisor to Weedmaps and Cannformatics, her expertise plays a pivotal role in advancing cannabinoid medicine.
Recognized globally for her pioneering work in treating children with advanced cancers using cannabis, Dr. Goldstein gained widespread acclaim through the Netflix documentary "Weed the People." Her advocacy extends to popular television platforms like "The Doctors," where she tirelessly educates about medical cannabis use for children facing serious conditions.
In addition to her media engagements, Dr. Goldstein is a sought-after speaker at prestigious medical conferences worldwide, delivering keynote addresses at events such as the Portugal Medicinal Cannabis Conference and United in Compassion in Sydney, Australia. She also serves as the Medical Advisor to the annual CannMed conference, where her Medical Practicum attracts practitioners from around the globe eager to glean insights from her expertise and experience.