Surterra Wellness Appoints Florida Physician as Medical Director

As a doctor of osteopathic medicine and passionate patient advocate, Dr. Bottaro supports a holistic and compassionate approach to his patients’ health and wellness. Dedicating much of his practice to education on the safety, effectiveness, and diverse applications of medical cannabis, he has provided thousands of patients in Florida with cannabis assessments. Dr. Bottaro also has conducted groundbreaking research on the efficacy of cannabinoid-based treatment and its beneficial outcomes with multiple publications pending.

 

In his role as Surterra’s Medical Director, Dr. Bottaro will provide counsel across the company’s research and development team and other departments, guide access to the most robust clinical studies and references, and help educate Surterra’s Wellness Center associates. While his value inside the company will be significant, his role as an active clinical physician and cannabis provider empowers his ability to increase awareness of the benefits of cannabis products within the medical community and with consumers.

 

“I’m thrilled to join Surterra as Medical Director and it is a privilege to help expand awareness and appreciation for the health and wellness benefits of cannabis. As a clinical physician who has treated thousands of patients during my career, I’ve seen first-hand the benefits of cannabis and positive impact on the quality of life for individuals who struggled on their prescriptions,” said Dr. Bottaro. “I chose to work exclusively with Surterra because the company stands apart in the cannabis industry, and our values are aligned in advocacy and developing the highest-quality cannabis products designed to provide a variety of benefits to consumers and patients. I am passionate about advancing education, R&D, and clinical perspectives in understanding the potential of cannabis, which could promise to be an improved alternative to pharmaceuticals such as opioids, sleep aids, and others.”

 

Dr. Bottaro completed a dual bachelors degree in biochemistry and cellular physiology from Fairfield University and Franciscan University of Steubenville. He then continued his education at Duke University and Lake Erie College of Medicine, graduating with dual degrees in a Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine and a Master’s in Healthcare Administration, later finishing a Master’s in Business Administration and a Master’s of Public Health.