Dr Benjamin Caplan, MD

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I’m Dr. Benjamin Caplan, a Family Physician with a unique focus on Cannabis Medicine. Whether you’re a patient, a fellow healthcare provider, a researcher, or simply curious about the world of medical cannabis, I invite you to explore my journey, my work, and the innovations I’m passionate about. From research to patient care, from digital platforms to educational endeavors, I strive to make a meaningful impact in this evolving field. Please feel free to explore, learn, and reach out with any questions or thoughts. Thank you for visiting!

With over twenty years of dedicated practice, my classical training has been the foundation for applying evidence-based standards to the treatment of medical cannabis patients. Being named one of the 100 most influential individuals in cannabis was an honor, but I see it more as a testament to the collective efforts of many in this growing field.

My work has been a journey of research, patient care, and the development of new formulations. Through continuous exploration, I’ve gained insights into the nuances of cannabis medicine. I’ve served as Principal Investigator for multiple studies and have had the privilege to publish in esteemed journals like the New England Journal of Medicine. My ongoing research aims to understand the therapeutic benefits of medical cannabis for a growing population of patients, both nationally and internationally.

I founded CED Clinic and EO Care, Inc., two organizations that reflect my commitment to patient care and digital education. Since 2017, CED Clinic has become a leading medical cannabis clinic in Massachusetts, providing care to both adult and pediatric patients. Approximately 25,000 patients have received medical care through CED clinics, a responsibility I take very seriously.

Before CED Clinic, I oversaw the clinical care of many patients and collected data from an additional 250,000 medical cannabis patients. This experience has been both enlightening and humbling.

In 2020, I helped to launch EO Care, Inc., a digital health company focused on making cannabinoid-based treatments more accessible and affordable. The goal is to provide a responsible and ongoing cannabis care partnership for those suffering from chronic pain, sleeplessness, and anxiety.

My latest project is the creation of the world’s first walled-garden AI librarian. This innovation is designed to make the CED Clinic Library, the world’s largest collection of its kind, accessible to anyone interested in learning more about cannabis medicine. Through a chatbot interaction, individuals can query the library, even if they don’t necessarily understand scientific jargon.

I also founded CED Foundation, a source for peer-reviewed cannabis literature, and Solo* Sciences, a cannabis technology company, which has since been sold to Akerna, Inc. My educational background includes Williams College, Tufts University School of Medicine, and residency in Family Medicine at the Boston Medical Center. I’ve also had the privilege to work with the Beth Israel Lahey Health Network, Boston Medical Center, and participate in a P-01 Group Project Grant for the International Consortium for Brain Mapping.

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