The Online Reserve system is now available at all Solevo locations. Following the direction from both the CDC and the state health department in relation to the current COVID-19 pandemic, our development team has launched the first version of our new Online Reserve system.

Solevo Wellness is a medical facility. With that, we see all types of conditions and sicknesses inside our facilities. Due to the recent Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we want to ensure the safety and health of all patients, vendors and employees of Solevo Wellness.  

So far roughly 150,000 Pennsylvania residents have registered for the state’s new medical marijuana program.  That number is growing. However, some patients do still have questions about how to get PA medical marijuana ID card needed to purchase medical products from dispensaries like ours. process. One of the most common questions we hear is about the age requirement.

Did you know there are more than 28 million small business in the United States? In fact, small businesses make up 99.7 percent of all U.S. business, according to the Small Business Administration. Solevo Wellness is just one of them. However, operating a medical marijuana business is a bit different than the normal small business.

We recognize there are a lot of patients who want to call Solevo Wellness. In fact, we get up to 100 calls per day and roughly 3,000 calls per month to all our locations. It can be hard to keep up with the call volume, but we’re doing our best to manage a patient support system with the help of our Patient Support team. Our Patient Support Coordinator often hears the same common questions from patients who call Solevo regarding inventory and product specifics, hours, PA medical marijuana program questions, and more.

Have you visited one of the Solevo Wellness dispensary locations recently and wondered why there weren’t more medical marijuana products to choose from?

One of the most important parts about operating a dispensary in the state of Pennsylvania is remaining in stock on the medical products that our patients need as part of their care and treatment regimens. We want nothing more than to have a full menu to show our patients, and to remain in stock on those products. Unfortunately, what seems like it should be the simplest part of the process can oftentimes be the most challenging. As the state continues to face an ongoing dry leaf shortage, there are a number of factors we’re working through on a weekly (and daily!) basis.

In November we rolled out a new menu format to our medical marijuana menus. The new menu featured some changes that our patients have long been asking for, including filtering options and easy access to THC and CBD ratios and other cannabinoid content. Perhaps even more importantly, the new menu format is compatible with electronic ordering which is arriving at long last!

As medical marijuana continues to gain acceptance in Pennsylvania and across the nation, more information on medical marijuana vs street marijuana continues to arise. With more information and widespread acceptance, there are also more studies and even some potential risks arising, such as the vaping health risks that were announced this past fall. Understanding the differences in medical marijuana vs street marijuana will help you make safe choices when it comes to treating your PA medical marijuana approved conditions.

At Solevo Wellness, we recognize the importance of being able to communicate with patients both inside and outside of our dispensaries. However, we also recognize that there can be some challenges that come along with a growing PA medical marijuana program and patient base.

As a new year approaches, West Virginia medical marijuana is getting closer to becoming available for West Virginia residents. In fact, on December 19, 2019, the West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR) Bureau for Public Health will begin accepting applications for growers, processors, dispensaries, and laboratories. The application period will be open for 60 days, ending on February 18, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. EST, and no additional applications will be accepted after that date. The West Virginia medical marijuana program is making small but positive steps in the right direction for a successful program launch.

There are now over 250,000 registered patients in the PA Medical Marijuana program and 147,000 active card holders. One thing that we often hear from our patients is a desire to see lower PA dispensary prices. While likely not to the degree that all would wish, we are seeing prices come down. Here’s what we’re doing beginning in December with the old Solevo Spotlight items based on results from our recent patient survey.

If you’re new to the world of medical marijuana, you might be wondering what cannabis concentrates are. And if you’ve been using concentrates for a while now, they’re probably pretty familiar to you. Cannabis concentrates, just like concentrates of anything else, are obtained through an extraction process and contain all the good parts of medical marijuana without the excess packaging (flowers, stems, etc.). They are available in a wide array of forms such as oils, wax, glass, shatter, and oral tinctures. Keep reading to learn 5 things you may not know about cannabis concentrates.

You might have noticed some big changes in recent weeks to the online menu for the Squirrel Hill dispensary. We have been developing a new menu format that will work in sync with future electronic in-dispensary ordering. After listening to patient feedback and beta-testing, we launched the new menu for our Squirrel Hill location on November 4, 2019. The new menu for the Cranberry dispensary will be available in the coming weeks. [Update: The new menu format launched for the Cranberry dispensary on November 27, 2019.]

Danielle Bryant is a Patient Care Consultant (PCC) at our Squirrel Hill location. She has been working with Solevo Wellness since December of 2018. At Solevo, Danielle is known for being talkative and really taking the time to get to know our patients well, including what medicine helps each of them and what she thinks they might like. To those closer to her, she is also known for her touching story of being a kidney donor.

With the growing popularity of CBD infused products and PA medical marijuana, there has been increased confusion about the differences in a CBD store and a Pittsburgh medical marijuana dispensary. For those who are new to medical marijuana, CBD and THC are both cannabinoids found in medical marijuana. There are differences between the two. One notable difference is that CBD does not produce a psychoactive effect, while THC may. There are also many differences in a CBD store vs. a medical marijuana dispensary.

Whether you’re interested in tips on vaping for beginners or are more experienced at vaping as part of your medical marijuana treatment plan, there are many helpful tips and tricks out there. With recent vaping health risks coming out across national news, it’s important that all patients stay informed about how to vape properly.

The Greensburg dispensary will be taking a different path than the Squirrel Hill and Cranberry area dispensaries. Get the details and what it means for our patients.

All pharmacist consultations at Solevo Wellness are with one of our licensed pharmacists. Led by Richard Greer, our team has experience in clinical pharmacies, community pharmacies, and pharmacy benefits management. Get to know our medical marijuana pharmacists, including background, interests, hobbies, and more.

Vaping health risks have been an ongoing topic in the national news recently, and we’ve been receiving many patient questions and concerns about their medical marijuana. Trying to understand these risks and how or if they affect you and your medical marijuana can be confusing. Pennsylvania is taking every precaution available to reduce any vaping health risks and ensure the purity and safety of all products sold in PA medical marijuana dispensaries.

We’re getting ready for a new electronic savings program that we hope will be simple, help our patients save some money, and keep us compliant with all necessary rules and regulations. Read on for more info on the dispensary loyalty program we’re preparing to start October 1st at the Squirrel Hill and Cranberry area dispensaries!

Known to some of you as DabGirlMichelle, Michelle joined the Solevo team last year as we were gearing up to open our Greensburg facility. She is a cannabis enthusiast and if you couldn’t tell by her social media handle, she is a huge fan of concentrates. Michelle wows our Greensburg patients with her smile, shining personality, and wonderful recommendations.

Although understudied in overall cannabis research, flavonoids benefits are key to whole plant medicine or the entourage effect—the synergistic effect of all parts of the plant working together to maximize health benefits. Basically, the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

The dry leaf section of dispensary menus at Solevo and across the state has been looking light over the last week or two. Let’s talk about what’s going on and what can be done.

At Solevo Wellness, we hear many encouraging stories about medical marijuana treatment and how it’s impacting so many lives today. This story of Joe’s journey with medical marijuana for epilepsy and other conditions is truly heartwarming. Pediatric care is of the utmost importance at Solevo, and the mission of our Pediatric Program is to be a resource for all topics relating to medical marijuana for children. Read on to hear how Joe’s mother details the steps in his journey and the healing that medical marijuana treatment has brought the Faust family thus far. 

Hello Solevo Family! Welcome to July’s “Meet the Team” with Cranberry’s own Ali Budz! Ali joined Solevo in Fall of 2018 and quickly became an integral part of the Cranberry team. Having prior experience managing a vape shop, Ali brings a level of expertise that is appreciated by PCCs and patients alike, especially when it comes to concentrates. Her kind demeanor and willingness to help has provided many patients with comfort and trust in medical marijuana. Get to know her a little better below. 

It’s been a little over three years since Governor Tom Wolfe signed a bill to legalize the use of medical marijuana for approved conditions in Pennsylvania. Since April 2016, there has been a vast improvement in the accessibility to medical marijuana and Pennsylvania medical marijuana dispensaries.

As warmer weather approaches, we must remember that our medicine can feel the changes as well. There are certain do’s and don’ts of marijuana storage and overall tips and tricks for keeping your medical marijuana as fresh as possible.

It’s been a minute since we’ve done one of these, but we’re back for “Meet the Team” with a Solevo OG, if you will. Erin Rodgers has been with Solevo Wellness since we first opened in February 2018. Known for her thorough and insightful consultations, Erin has used her extensive knowledge to help countless patients at our Squirrel Hill location. Her smile and quick wit also put a smile on their faces. Learn a little more about her below.

When you hear about medical marijuana for PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Most likely, PTSD from serving in the military.  A large number of PTSD cases are associated with the military. However, there are also many cases of PTSD right here at home hurting many people who have never served. Every year on June 27, we recognize this day as PTSD Awareness Day. We’re grateful to have medical marijuana as a treatment option for PTSD in Pennsylvania for both veterans and non-veterans.

Many people are surprised to learn that we already have chemicals within our own bodies that mirror the effects of marijuana use. These chemicals are internally produced and make up our three-part system, the endocannabinoid system, along with its complementary receptors and enzymes.

Spring is here, April showers have paved the way for beautiful May flowers and here at Solevo Wellness we want to help our patients get into the spirit of Spring. Below are five strains that are certain to put a little “Spring” in your step.

*Strains below may or may not be available on today’s menu, for more information see our location menus.

Hello Solevo Family! Today we are celebrating World Book Day by bringing you our 5 favorite books for cannabis education. If you’re a reader, or if you just want more education on your medication, this is definitely for you!

If you’ve ever visited our Cranberry location, you know her as the smiling face standing at Station 3! With her vast knowledge and obvious passion for medical marijuana, it is no mystery why Andi’s patients and coworkers find her positive energy infectious. 

Want to learn more about Andi?

Are you curious about topical forms of medical marijuana, but aren’t sure where to begin?

Topicals have changed how patients are consuming their medical marijuana, but there are some questions surrounding the types of topicals, if they are psychoactive or if they even enter the bloodstream. Although there is no short answer, we are here to help differentiate and educate…

Spring is finally making its way to Pittsburgh, and you know what that means… time for spring cleaning. Whether you love to clean or absolutely loathe it, there is something refreshing about warm weather and a clutter-free home.

Looking for strains to get the productivity flowing and the vacuum moving? Here they are…

Have you ever looked closely at the label of your medical marijuana? If you have, you might have noticed a section for the terpene profile. This profile is specific to that particular strain and can fluctuate in percentages from phenotype to phenotype. Those of you familiar with Whole Plant Medicine know these terpenes help to produce an entourage effect, but did you know they all do something a little bit different?

Today we’re going to talk about Linalool & Limonene, two of the more well-known terpenes.