Join us for an in-depth conversation led by Dr. Rob Silver
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 9:00am PT VIRTUAL EVENT! Join us for the Quarterly Cannabis Coffee Chat
Big or Small, All Animals Can Benefit From Cannabis
This month's coffee chat is dedicated to the large animal and equine lovers, but don't be surprised if we end up discussing all animals! We have invited Dr. Rob Silver to discuss equine specific studies, provide feedback regarding dosing, review isolates versus broad spectrum versus full spectrum products, as well as his experience with the acidic cannabinoids in horses. All VCS Members are welcome to attend this coffee chat and learn something new along the way
Dr. Robert Silver is a 1982 graduate of Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. He received his Master’s Degree in cardiopulmonary physiology in 1976, and his Bachelor’s degree with honors in Animal Science in1974, also from CSU.
Dr. Silver is currently adjunct faculty at both the Chi University and at Lincoln Memorial University’s College of Veterinary Medicine.
Considered one of few true experts in veterinary cannabis, Dr. Silver has authored the popular book: “Medical Marijuana and Your Pet”. A second book, Pet Health Guide to Cannabis and Medicinal Mushrooms is pending publication. It will provide an integrative health guide for veterinary conditions that are responsive to cannabis, as well as a guide to both internet and dispensary products for pets.
Additionally, Silver has contributed 4 textbook chapters in two Springer publications on veterinary cannabis therapeutics in the past few years. Dr Silver has written a peer-reviewed article in www.Animals.com titled: “The Endocannabinoid System of Animals”.
Dr. Silver is currently president of the American College of Veterinary Botanical Medicine and Past-President of the Veterinary Botanical Medical Association. He has served on the Board of Directors of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association and with the Hemp Feed Coalition. Dr Silver is a founding member of the Veterinary Cannabis Society and a member of the Cannabis Clinicians Society.
Dr. Silver is currently Chief Veterinary Officer for Real Mushrooms, a Canadian medicinal mushroom company. Dr Silver served as Chief Medical Officer of RxVitamins for the past 25 years until the company was sold in 2021. Dr Silver served as Chief Veterinary Officer for one of the largest vertically integrated hemp companies in the United States from 2014-2020.
AS A MEMBER OF VCS, MAKE SURE YOU TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUR BENEFITS!
Our volunteers work hard to frequently update content on our membership pages, so be sure to visit often for additional information and resources.
Events & Opportunities for Members
For industry members, we want to promote your product-neutral activities, job postings, and events related to veterinary medical cannabis. Please email us your relevant information so we can share them on social media, and soon, in our upcoming Opportunities page for members. (see below)
If you have published, or are mentioned in an article, or have articles to be considered for our curated research library, please send the relevant information and the link to admin@veterinarycannabissociety.org
VCS has several active committees where members can engage and share their ideas and unique areas of expertise. If you are looking to get more involved and want to collaborate with other members, consider volunteering for one of our committees (Education, Advocacy, Development). Email any requests to admin@veterinarycannabissociety.org
VCS has several active programs, (Externship, Scholarship, Survey-based research) as well as new programs launching in 2023 (Veterinary School Outreach and Seal of Approval). If you have any ideas for additional programs, would like some more information, or would like to volunteer to assist in any of these, please email programs@veterinarycannabissociety.org
Benefits & Discounts (dependent on membership level)
Discounts on select RACE-Approved CE courses for veterinary professionals
Quarterly coffee chats
Access to our regularly updated curated research library and peer-reviewed journal articles
Access to our ever-expanding library of videos, podcasts, and written educational material
Listing in the VCS cannabis practitioner directory, available to the public for those who are looking for cannabis-savvy veterinary professionals
Advocacy information and updates on local, state, and federal developments
Monthly newsletter
Align with like-minded pet lovers and colleagues in the only professional organization in this field in the United States
Be on the cutting edge of veterinary medicine!
Coming soon in 2023:
Opportunities page for members only, listing events, job postings, speaking opportunities, etc.
Veterinary technician specific content
Lecture content for pet parents and product industry professionals
Internal forum for information sharing and networking between members
Case report library for and from members
Be sure to check your membership dashboard often for newly added resources!
