Summary

Dr. Lora Brown is among the first state-approved medical marijuana physicians in Florida who can recommend medical cannabis for patients suffering from symptoms related to debilitating medical conditions such as: multiple sclerosis, ALS, PTSD, Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, glaucoma, AIDS and HIV, severe muscle spasms, seizures/epilepsy and cancer.When used correctly with proper dosing, medical marijuana is safe and can be effective for patients of all ages.Dr. Brown has a respected 17-year background in the field of interventional pain medicine. During her career, she has seen the ravaging effects of opioid medication abuse in Florida. She was a vocal proponent for regulations to curb abuse. She has served on the Florida governor’s Drug Policy Advisory Council. She was the medical director of the non-profit educational campaign called WAKE UP!, which focused on educating teens and communities about the dangers of prescription drug abuse.Dr. Brown is excited to be able to offer medical cannabis to her patients. She studies the medical and political history associated with its use and strongly believes in medical cannabis as a safe and potentially effective tool for many of her patients.Dr. Brown is passionate about learning. The field of medical cannabis and endocannabinoid research is rapidly evolving. Dr. Brown remains at the forefront by attending several scientific seminars every year and reading related clinical journals weekly.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 28 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch School Of Medicine
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Access Marijuana RX (AMRX)

625 6th Ave S Ste 475St Petersburg, FL 33701

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St Petersburg , FLJupiter , FLJupiter , FLMiami , FL
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch School Of Medicine Med School: University of Miami Med School: SUNY Health Science Center at Stony Brook, NY Med School: Windsor University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Lora Brown

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Golden Rule - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Progressive
  • State Farm
  • State Farm - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Lora Brown has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Lora Brown has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Acute Pain
  • Arthritis
  • Back Pain
  • Cancer Pain
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Pain
  • Primary Headache Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Texas Medical Branch School Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. Lora Brown affiliated with?
Dr. Lora Brown is affiliated with Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital.
Where is Dr. Lora Brown's office located?
Dr. Lora Brown's office is located at 625 6th Ave S Ste 475, St Petersburg, FL, 33701.

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