Debra Kimless, M.D. graduated magna cum laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Muhlenberg College with a double major in Natural Sciences and Biology. She earned her medical degree from Rutgers, completed her residency at Temple University Hospital, and is a board-certified Anesthesiologist with subspecialty certification in Pain Medicine. She is also certified by the American/International Lifestyle Medicine Board and is a certified principal investigator.
Dr. Kimless has been active in the medical cannabis field since 2013, working across a wide range of areas including cultivation, processing, formulation, testing, patient care, and research. She advises industry companies on developing novel formulations targeted for specific medical conditions, creates protocols, obtains IRB approvals, conducts clinical trials, and helps publish study results. In addition, she serves as the head of clinical research at an academic medical center and as a scientific advisor for a cannabis investment company.
Through her work with over 500 patients, Dr. Kimless has helped individuals achieve health goals using nutrition and medical cannabis. She is recognized as one of the few expert physicians who deeply understand the therapeutic potential of cannabis and the endocannabinoid system.
A passionate educator, Dr. Kimless lectures globally, including as a speaker on the Holistic Holiday at Sea, where she shares evidence-based knowledge and advocates for de-stigmatizing medical cannabis.
Exploring Minor Cannabinoids: Understanding CBD, CBDA, DELTA-8 THC, and Beyond
In this informative lecture, Dr. Kimless will delve into the hemp derived cannabinoids. She will explain the definition of hemp, why it matters, what the minor cannabinoids are, how they used and what are the possible benefits, precautions and risks.
Medical Cannabis: Myth or Medicine
In this presentation, Dr. Kimless will discuss the history of medical cannabis use, the science of cannabis and the bioactive molecules found in the plant, including cannabinoids and terpenes. The importance of understanding dosage forms and delivery methods will be explained and case reports and clinical trials will be showcased.
Individual Consultations and/or Workshops:
Email: Info@Holisticholidayatsea.com or call 305-928-1098 ext. 1003 with questions and to reserve your spot in advance.
WORKSHOP: What Your Nose Knows
We will explore the world of terpenes, the molecules that create the scent and taste to the cannabis plant. We will learn how they interact with our body. We will then use our nose to sniff out how terpenes makes each of us feel. Using your nose will help to guide you towards the strain or cultivar that could be beneficial for you.
$175/person, 90 minutes
Space is limited to 15 participants
Private Session: Holistic Health Consultation
Utilizing a whole foods plant-based diet, cannabinoids, herbs and medicinal mushrooms for optimal well-being, this consultation will include going over a medical history, current medical conditions and medications, defining health goals, and making health changes.
$ 350/person, 60 minutes
ADD ONS: Targeted Pain Treatment
$75 – 1 Treatment
$210 – 3 Treatments
$325 – 5 Treatments