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Posted • RedLeaf Fitness] Ep. 48 | Dr. Evan Lewis Neurologist on Cannabis & Psychedelics in Medicine⁠
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Neurologist and Clinical Neurophysiologist with expertise in pediatric neurology and epilepsy. He is the founder & medical director of the Neurology Centre of Toronto (NCT) and VP Psychedelic Neurology Clinical Services at Numinus – a Canadian company focused on psychedelic research and therapeutics. He is an Assistant Professor with the Department of Pediatrics at the Hospital for Sick Children and the University of Toronto.⁠
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Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS): www.maps.org⁠
Canadian Psychedelic Company: Numinus-https://numinus.ca⁠
Book: How to Change your Mind by Michael Pollen⁠
https://www.amazon.ca/Change-Your-Mind-Consciousness-Transcendence/dp/1594204225⁠
Here is his TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DrM90dg5t4⁠
Media: General Info on Psychedelics⁠
New York Times – Front Cover: May 11, 2021 (https://www.nytimes.com/2021/05/09/health/psychedelics-m**a-psilocybin-molly-mental-health.html)⁠
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Rick Doblin (Head of MAPS) & M**A (best synopsis of M**A): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q9XD8yRPxc8 ⁠
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Pay for your healthcare services using crypto-currency!
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NCT accepts $ADA, $BTC, and $ETH for select uninsured (non-OHIP) services & fees.
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Visit our website to learn how you can pay using our accepted crypto-currencies!
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https://crypto.nctvirtual.com
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Are you a young person with epilepsy, looking for something fun to do this summer? Don't miss this epic lineup! Our community partners, , are offering a series of exciting workshops this summer for high school-aged youth with epilepsy.
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Registration is still open for remaining sessions! Contact [email protected] for more information and to reserve your spot.
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The quote by Dr. Edward Boyden describes the human brain as an ever-evolving enigma. Neurology and neuroscience are one some of the fastest growing, and most dynamic disciplines in the world. The brain is a beautifully complex organ, which presents both challenges and tremendous hope for the future.
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Dr. Boyden is an American neuroscientist working on brain mapping and analyzing to create new therapies for neurology and psychiatry. His approach is to look for the ground- truth understanding of living systems. He is currently recognized for his work on optogenetics.
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Mirror HR is a product Microsoft employees developed across the globe engaged in a volunteer hackathon. Aydin was one of 2 kids that tested this out during the hackathon and after.
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The app sends an alert when an anomaly is detected and helps healthcare workers detect seizures.
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To learn more about Aydins story check out the link in our bio. 🔷

NCT now officially accepting - ( ), ( ), ( ) - for select services.
Check out the new payment page!

https://crypto.nctvirtual.com/

Cryptocurrency at NCT NCT strives to be at the forefront of innovation. Accepting cryptocurrency is a way to move with our patients into the future.

We are excited to announce that NCT now accepts select virtual currencies as payment! We will accept Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Cardano (ADA)*
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NCT will be accepting these currencies as payment for select uninsured services (I.E non-OHIP payments).
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We strive to always be on the cutting edge of neurological care & research, as well as current technologies and advancements in science. Additionally, this will provide NCT clients an additional avenue to treatment, thus further enhance their patient experience.
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We look forward to continually advancing our patient services, as well as technological abilities. We always put our patients first!
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Education is the key to moving the needle forward for

Cannabis is medicine. Just ask the parents of children with seizures | The Star I will do my best to respond rather than react to the April 27 opinion piece by Jeff Macintyre titled “Cannabis not ready to be called a medicine, yet.” I am a pediatric neurologist and epilepsy specialist by training, with over 500 adult and pediatric patients in my practice currently being tre...

Bicycle Day marks the anniversary of the discovery of Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (L*D) by Albert Hoffman - April 19, 1943. In acknowledgment Hoffman’s discovery, we would like to share a quote from Albert Hoffman’s book “L*D—My Problem Child”.
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This is from the transcript of the day Hoffman discovered and tried L*D.
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“Now, little by little I could begin to enjoy the unprecedented colors and plays of shapes that persisted behind my closed eyes. Kaleidoscopic, fantastic images surged in on me, alternating, variegated, opening and then closing themselves in circles and spirals, exploding in colored fountains, rearranging and hybridizing themselves in constant flux. It was particularly remarkable how every acoustic perception, such as the sound of a door handle or a passing automobile, became transformed into optical perceptions. Every sound generated a vividly changing image, with its own consistent form and color.”
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Psychedelics are emerging as a promising therapeutic in the treatment of PTSD, depression, substance abuse and more. Please visit www.MAPS.org to find out more.
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Medical Cannabis Treatment for Pediatric, Drug-Resistant Epilepsy: An Overview & Summary for those New to the Conversation In order to help readers gain a perspective on the available literature, we have summarised the key studies and evidence to-date regarding the use of medical cannabis for epilepsy

We would like to share this amazing new podcast with everyone. Doctor Vs Comedian is hosted by pediatric neurologist Dr Asif Doja, and comedian Ali Hassan. Each host will pick a topic from the other co-host’s wheelhouse and the expert on that topic then discusses it.
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Tune in April 9th to listen to the first episode, and subscribe to the podcast to be alerted when new episodes are released.
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Available on Apple podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to you podcasts
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We are proud to announce the opening of the Virtual Rapid Access Clinic for Tics & Tourette Syndrome on April 23, 2021.
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All assessments are covered by OHIP; there are no extra fees or charges.
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This special clinic utilizes a team-based, virtual approach to provide comprehensive, efficient and quality care.
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All patients and families first attend a live education session where they get a chance to learn about Tics & Tourette, talk about their stories, meet our physician and therapist and ask questions.
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Patients will also learn about a unique form of therapy called Cognitive Behavioural Intervention for Tics (CBIT) which is offered by our partner practice, MindFit by Dr. Kim Edwards.
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Thereafter, patients are assessed by our Pediatric Neurologist in a separate, comprehensive consultation and are provided with an individualized treatment plan. All of this takes place in the comfort the patient’s own home.
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What do you need to be seen in the virtual clinic?
— A referral from your healthcare provider (nurse practitioner or doctor) is required. Check out www.NCTvirtual.com (link in bio) for our referral form and more info.
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Happy Purple Day to all our Epilepsy Warriors! 💜
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Check out the 'Live with Lily' programming. A series organized by that raises epilepsy awareness through puppetry. NCT's Dr. Lewis features on the latest episode(at 16:41)!
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The video can be accessed via the link in bio! Stay
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We are thrilled to share the UK Medicinal Cannabis Summit 2021 with everyone! NCT Director Dr. Evan Lewis will be speaking alongside a plethora of other keynote speakers and experts.
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The event will take place on April 15th, and will span 3 sessions:
• Evidence and Real World Data
• Cannabinoids in Practice
• Cannabinoids in Epilepsy
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Speakers will also include representatives from the National Health Service (NHS), and National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)!
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Check out the link in our bio for more information and registration!
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NCT Virtual is happy to announce two wonderful additions to our team, Physician Assistants Elle Ahsan and Caitlin Lakos.
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Elle has recently joined our team working within the daily clinic of NCT as well as the Virtual Rapid Access Clinics as well. She is a Physician Assistant (PA) with a passion for neurology and psychiatry. Elle obtained a Bachelor of Science (HON) at York University where she majored in biology, with a particular emphasis on cell/molecular biology and physiology. She later obtained a Bachelor of Education at Western University and has been actively involved in science pedagogy for the past decade. In 2020, she completed her professional training in the Physician Assistant program at University of Toronto
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Caitlin is a Physician Assistant (PA) with a passion for pediatrics and a special interest in pediatric neurology. Caitlin completed her undergraduate education at McMaster University studying kinesiology with a focus in sports injury and concussion management. In 2018, she completed her professional training in the Physician Assistant program at the University of Toronto. In addition to working with the team at NCT, she also works in the Neonatal ICU at McMaster Children’s Hospital. Caitlin is excited to join the NCT team to help provide increased access to high quality, evidence-based care.
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NCT Virtual strives to increase our team’s multidisciplinary skill set to ensure the highest quality care for our patients. We know that the addition of these two highly skilled PAs will benefit NCT patients and the team as a whole.
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The Virtual Rapid Access Clinics at NCT were designed in response to these concerns.
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Rapid access to consultation has decreased wait times at NCT while maintaining a strong degree of comprehensive and quality care.
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Register for rapid access, same-day appointment at: nctvirtual.com.
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Clinics include: epilepsy, concussion, headache/migraine and medical cannabis for neurologic disorders. More clinics coming soon: MS, Tics & Tourette and New-Onset Seizures.
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The average person residing in Ontario waits 98 days to see a neurologist after being referred.
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Register for rapid access, same-day appointment at: nctvirtual.com.
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Clinics include: epilepsy, concussion, headache/migraine and medical cannabis for neurologic disorders
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Source: CMAJ 2020 September 14;192:E1081-2. doi: 10.1503/cmaj.1095896
CMAJ 2020 September 14;192:E1081-2. doi: 10.1503/cmaj.1095896

Long wait times worsen outcomes and negatively impact mental health and the economy
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Register for rapid access, same-day appointment at: nctvirtual.com.
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Clinics include: epilepsy, concussion, headache/migraine and medical cannabis for neurologic disorders.
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Source: CMAJ 2020 September 14;192:E1081-2. doi: 10.1503/cmaj.1095896
CMAJ 2020 September 14;192:E1081-2. doi: 10.1503/cmaj.1095896

Our community partners, Epilepsy Toronto, are set to launch a new program in 2021. UPLIFT (Using Practice and Learning to Increase Favourable Thoughts) is an 8 week, mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural therapy program for people living with epilepsy or their caregivers, that improves depression, and overall psychological quality of life.  The sessions teach valuable coping strategies and topics include coping and relaxing, monitoring thoughts, and preventing future low moods. 
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Participants must:
* be at least 18 years old
* have epilepsy, seizures, or a seizure disorder; or be a caregiver for someone who is
* and be struggling with depression or anxiety.
If you are interested in joining one of Epilepsy Toronto's free UPLIFT groups or learning more about this program, please check out the link in our bio to complete an UPLIFT Form.  You will then be contacted by members of the Epilepsy Toronto staff.
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Great Opportunity at for a 2020 Physician Assistant graduate.

is expanding and looking for a Physician Assistant to immediately join our team. See LINK IN BIO.
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This individual MUST be a graduate of the 2020 PA program from McMaster or University of Toronto.
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Applicants should be prepared to be challenged, work hard, take on responsibility and begin a meaningful adventure into subspecialty neurologic practice. This position will push you but will bring out the best in you.
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Find out more: http://indeedhi.re/3qzfsF0 (link in bio)
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We would like to announce to everyone a study pertaining to chronic daily headache (CDH), with is looking to recruit youth advisors ages 13-18. The 12-15 recruits would be asked to contribute a total of 3 hours, taking place as 2 90-minute sessions on December 5th and 12th. The study is being done collaboratively with the University of Manitoba, University of Calgary, and Canadian Childhood Cannabinoid Clinical Trials (C4T). Recruits would be compensated $25/hour for the 3 hours of time spent.
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The sessions would be completely online, so all that is needed is a computer. Youth advisors will be meeting with the rest of the research team, which includes other researchers, as well as a physician, pharmacist, and psychologist.
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The goal of this project is to increase the influence and input of children and adolescence into (1) the development of clinical research on cannabis health products for the treatment of chronic daily heaches, and (2) c0-design an intervention for migraine in the emergency department, specifically regarding which novel treatment should be evaluated next.
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This is an incredible opportunity for youth to give their input and have it translated to real-world actions in a meaningful way that could potentially help millions. For more information feel free to DM us or contact the Project Coordinator Zina Zaslawski via the email [email protected]
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Great new resource available Neurology Centre of Toronto

Link here: https://bit.ly/357PPkv

More medical information.
This is a great resource we developed at the clinic that summarizes commonly used cannabis oils available in Canada.

Link: https://neurologycentretoronto.com/.../Medical-Cannabis...

Note: NCT has no financial ties to any of the companies listed in this document. No one company was particularly singled out to appear in this document for any particular reason.

We are excited for NCT Director Dr. Evan Cole Lewis’ new position on the CPASS advisory board in the UK. He is truly paving the way for medical cannabis on a global scale!
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CPASS stands for Cannabis Patient Advocacy & Support Services.
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CPASS is a cross-sector collaborative initiative providing education, advocacy and support for patients and healthcare professionals for cannabis-based treatments within the patient’s care pathway.
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For more information, visit the CPASS website (link in bio)
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NCT's Dr. Lewis contirbutes to this insightful article on Medicine in the context of in NOW Magazine. Never a better time to learn about virtual care at Neurology Centre of Toronto. Visit us online as well to find out more about the Virtual Rapid Access Clinics (www.nctvirtual.com)

https://nowtoronto.com/lifestyle/health/healthcare-telehealth-online-coronavirus

Health-care services grow online amid the coronavirus pandemic - NOW Magazine Telehealth has gained footing in just about every clinical department from cardiology to dermatology in Canada

NCT Virtual updated their phone number.

Looking forward to supporting MedCan with a talk on and medical .
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For more info about MedCan’s great work and support for families with epilepsy, check the website (Link in Bio): https://medcansupport.co.uk
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