We continue to educate the community about the use of Medical Marijuana (Cannabis) so patients can access this medication without stigma.
Mission Statement
Southern Comfort Marijuana Clinic services a void in medical care addressed from the perspective of a Family Medicine Physician. Our goal is to give people access to an integrated therapy of Medical Marijuana (Cannabis) for their debilitating conditions, in a non-judgmental fashion backed by science. We strive to make the experience personal and educational, as we can understand each person’s journey through illness deserves respect, and maintain that dignity in a comforting style.
Our Vision
Accessibility. Affordability. Advocacy. We continue to educate the community and professionals about the use of Medical Marijuana (Cannabis) so patients can access this medication without stigma. We provide the highest quality of medical services to legitimize the use of Medical Marijuana for the benefit of greater success for our patients. Our diligence in learning the ever-changing rules and our goal to simplify the process have led to greater efficiency in our workflow resulting in cost savings relayed to our patients. Our vision for Southern Comfort Marijuana clinic is to be a recognized name and partner for an integrated medical approach to common health needs.
Who We Are
Our providers include knowledgeable Family Practice and Urgent Care doctors who are certified to recommend marijuana as required by regulations provided by the State of Florida, the Florida Board of Medicine, and the Florida Constitution. We ensure that you are receiving affordable & efficient medical evaluations with any of our responsible providers.
Our goal is to increase the quality of life for our patients by providing a low cost, focused, and non-intrusive integrative treatment option. As part of our mission, we strive to operate our business with vendors that respect patient privacy, and no patient health information is shared with a third party.
Services
Our professional and caring Physicians and Medical Assistants provide education on Medical Marijuana (Cannabis) therapy, including a comprehensive discussion on the rules, dosing, delivery methods, use strategy, and what to expect at the dispensaries for an individualized treatment plan. As product specialists,’ our staff provides additional learning resources and financial savings tips when purchasing Cannabis, and relay information on complementary products and local services available. We are comfortable guiding the patient’s experience with our knowledge of Florida’s legal steps in obtaining the Certification and providing consultation to how best use the medication.
Jessica Collins McCain, MD
Physician
I’m Dr. Jessica McCain, a native to Fort Pierce and a Family Practice physician. I returned to my hometown and family out of pride and the desire to help my community. The healthcare world is getting more complex at every turn, and it takes a lot of time and effort to keep up with advances in science and public policy. Since the Amendment 2 passed with 71% agreement, resolving that medical marijuana is a viable treatment for many people’s ills, I have been working hard to learn more about this topic for my patients in need. I realized that there are many people who would benefit from this option, and became co-founder of Southern Comfort Marijuana Clinic. I hope that you find what you are looking for, whether it only be for information or access to the medicine through our clinical services. – JCM
Dr. McCain is a graduate of Florida State University as summa cum laude (with greatest honors) with a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science and minor in Chemistry. She received her Medical Doctorate degree from Saint George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada with magna cum laude honors. This opportunity allowed her to experience healthcare in a variety of settings including the West Indies, New York, and Miami. Dr. McCain is board-certified in Family Practice after completing residency at Saint Vincent’s Medical Center in Jacksonville. Dr. McCain currently has privileges at Lawnwood Regional Medical Center to serve as her patient’s advocate, previously worked at Whole Family Health Center, and is in the process of opening the next phase of her Southern Comfort Healthcare system, a ‘Direct Primary Care’ style clinic.
Read more about Dr. McCain
Dr. McCain is a graduate of Florida State University as summa cum laude (with greatest honors) with a Bachelor’s in Exercise Science and minor in Chemistry. She received her Medical Doctorate degree from Saint George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada with magna cum laude honors. This opportunity allowed her to experience healthcare in a variety of settings including the West Indies, New York, and Miami. Dr. McCain is board-certified in Family Practice after completing residency at Saint Vincent’s Medical Center in Jacksonville. Dr. McCain currently has privileges at Lawnwood Regional Medical Center to serve as her patient’s advocate, previously worked at Whole Family Health Center, and is in the process of opening the next phase of her Southern Comfort Healthcare system, a ‘Direct Primary Care’ style clinic.
Matt Tedder
Office Manager / Wellness Coordinator
About Matt...
Matt Tedder has spent over a decade in the cannabis industry. From Ft. Pierce originally, he moved out west and found himself immersed in Colorado’s medical and recreational cannabis programs. From cultivation to sales, he was a part of every facet of the industry and is thrilled to bring his knowledge to the team. He has a Bachelors in Organizational Management which he received from Indian River State College. On his off time, he is an aspiring writer, an accomplished musician and an eternal traveler of the road.
Chelsy Mayo
Patient Coordinator
Chelsy was born in Torrington, CT. She has her AA in Journalism from IRSC. In her spare time, she enjoys baking and reading. She is currently living with her family and her 2 pets, her cat Luna and her dog Peluche.
Prior to joining the Southern Comfort team, Chelsy worked in the restaurant industry. One day, she hopes to continue towards a bachelor’s degree at IRSC for baking and pastry.
About Chelsy...
Chelsy was born in Torrington, CT. She has her AA in Journalism from IRSC. In her spare time, she enjoys baking and reading. She is currently living with her family and her 2 pets, her cat Luna and her dog Peluche.
Prior to joining the Southern Comfort team, Chelsy worked in the restaurant industry. One day, she hopes to continue towards a bachelor’s degree at IRSC for baking and pastry.
Juan Salazar
Medical Assistant
Originally from Cali, Colombia, Juan first arrived in Jupiter, Florida in 1999. One of his proudest moments was when he became an American citizen in 2018. He received a Bachelors in Political Science from the University of Florida, but pursued a career in wildlife and forestry sciences working as a Grizzly/Black Bear Technician for Raincoast Conservation Foundation as well as Auburn University. From then he went on to work for a few locally based aquaculture facilities eventually starting his own aquarium business. Most recently he worked for a medical marijuana dispensary for 2 years as a budtender where he was introduced into the industry. He is familiar with a wide range of cannabis products and their different medical applications.
About Juan...
Originally from Cali, Colombia, Juan first arrived in Jupiter, Florida in 1999. One of his proudest moments was when he became an American citizen in 2018. He received a Bachelors in Political Science from the University of Florida, but pursued a career in wildlife and forestry sciences working as a Grizzly/Black Bear Technician for Raincoast Conservation Foundation as well as Auburn University. From then he went on to work for a few locally based aquaculture facilities eventually starting his own aquarium business. Most recently he worked for a medical marijuana dispensary for 2 years as a budtender where he was introduced into the industry. He is familiar with a wide range of cannabis products and their different medical applications.
Daniela Torres
Patient Coordinator
Please Welcome Daniela to the SoCo Team!
About Daniela...
Michael Burns
Information Technology