New York Medical Cannabis Certification Evaluations
Book an initial medical cannabis evaluation or renewal by video with Barbara W. Turpin, DNP, APRN. Self-pay telehealth visits are available for eligible adults 18 and older who are physically in New York at the time of the visit.
Certification depends on an individualized clinical evaluation and is not guaranteed. Patients must be physically located in New York at the time of the visit.
Clear steps. Personalized care.
From online scheduling to clinical recommendations, you'll know what to expect.
Book your visit
Choose an initial evaluation, renewal, or clinical follow-up. Complete the secure intake and review the visit and refund terms before booking.
Meet your provider
Discuss your symptoms, treatment history, goals, medications, and relevant risks during a real-time video evaluation.
Receive next steps
When clinically appropriate, your practitioner may issue a NY certification through MCDMS and securely provide your document and instructions.
Choose the visit that fits your needs.
Professional evaluation fees, not a fee for a guaranteed certification.
Initial Evaluation
30-minute new-patient medical cannabis evaluation
Book initial evaluation →Renewal Evaluation
20-minute reassessment of clinical benefit, continued need, and safety
Book renewal →Clinical Follow-Up
20-minute evaluation of treatment response and tolerability
Book follow-up →Payment, cancellation and refund policy
Eligible self-pay patients pay the full visit fee at booking. Completed visits are nonrefundable, including when certification or renewal is clinically inappropriate. Cancel at least 24 hours before the visit for a full refund, or reschedule the same visit type and transfer your payment. For a cancellation or reschedule less than 24 hours before the visit, or a missed visit, THP retains $50 and refunds the rest to the original payment method. A new booking is paid separately. You must be 18 or older and physically in New York during the visit. If you are not physically in New York at the visit time, it is treated as a late cancellation. If THP accepted your booking in error, you receive a full refund. If THP cancels or a technical issue on our side prevents the visit, choose a full refund or reschedule at no additional cost.
A certification is not guaranteed. Read the disclosed cancellation and refund policies during booking.
Care guided by clinical experience and judgment.
Barbara W. Turpin, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, FNP-C, CCRN
Founder and CEO of Trinity Health Plus, Barbara provides individualized clinical evaluations with an emphasis on whole-person care, medication safety, and informed treatment decisions.
Your visit is an opportunity to review symptoms, prior treatments, potential benefits, and important risks. Certification is issued only when clinically appropriate.
Explore appointments →Before your appointment
Can I get a New York medical cannabis certification online?
Eligible patients can meet with a certifying clinician by video. Your clinician reviews your health history, medications, and safety considerations and may issue a certification if clinically appropriate. Learn more from the New York Office of Cannabis Management.
How long does a New York medical cannabis certification last?
Your clinician sets the expiration date, up to one year. Check the date on your certification and schedule a renewal evaluation before it expires if you need continued care.
Is there a New York State registration fee?
New York State does not charge a patient registration fee for its Medical Cannabis Program. Trinity Health Plus charges for the clinical evaluation.
What should I have ready for my video visit?
Have a government-issued photo ID, a current list of medications and supplements, and any relevant treatment records you already have. For renewal, have your current certification and expiration date available.
Do I have to be in New York during the video visit?
Yes. This service is for eligible adults physically located in New York during their evaluation. Your provider will verify your location and identity.
Is medical cannabis certification guaranteed?
No. The practitioner reviews your clinical history and safety considerations and determines whether certification is appropriate.
Do I need a specific diagnosis?
New York allows authorized practitioners to consider medical cannabis for any condition they determine clinically appropriate. The condition and expected benefit must still be evaluated and documented.
What happens if I'm certified?
THP securely sends your certification document and instructions. You can present the certification and required identification at a licensed New York medical cannabis dispensary.
What if certification is not recommended?
Your clinician will explain the decision and discuss next steps. The fee covers the completed clinical evaluation and is nonrefundable.
Ready for a thoughtful clinical evaluation?
Choose an appointment type above to schedule your secure telehealth visit with Trinity Health Plus.
See appointment options →Adults 18+ only · Provider discretion applies · No guarantee of certification