Cannabis Therapy in Veterinary Medicine (PDF)

Stephen Cital is a research focused veterinary technician specialist with multiple certifications in anesthesia and pain management. His regular position is at Stanford University/Howard Hughes Medical Institute in the Department of Neurobiology. He enjoys teaching and serves on advisory boards for veterinary technology colleges, lectures internationally, has served on multiple scientific advisory boards for cannabis based companies and is an independent cannabinoid researcher.



Katherine Kramer, DVM, DABVP (Canine & Feline Practice), CVA, CVTP, Fear Free Certified Professional-A graduate of the University of Georgia. Katherine joined the VCA-Canada Vancouver Animal Wellness Hospital in 2011 and became medical director in 2018. As a small animal integrative veterinarian, incorporating cannabis in her practice has been a natural progression and has resulted in her becoming a vocal proponent for the research and use of cannabis as a therapeutic instrument for companion animals. In addition to lecturing and consulting work, Katherine currently serves as a director of the Canadian Association of Veterinary Cannabinoid Medicine.



Liz Hughston is the Co-Founder of the Veterinary Cannabinoid Academy and practices as a relief veterinary technician, trainer, and consultant in the San Francisco Bay Area. Since her graduation from Foothill College in 2006, Liz went on to become certified as a VTS in both Small Animal Internal Medicine and Emergency and Critical Care in 2012. Liz is dedicated to advancing veterinary nursing through training, mentorship, and support and speaks frequently at regional, national, and international veterinary conferences. In addition to her relief work, speaking, and consulting, Liz is honored to serve as a Past President of the Academy of Internal Medicine Veterinary Technicians.



James S. Gaynor completed his undergraduate degree from The Colorado College in 1983 and received his veterinary degree (DVM) from The