5SWAN provides a fully digital telemedicine platform that connects German patients eligible for medical cannabis with licensed physicians for video consultations, electronic prescription generation, and secure transmission to partner pharmacies. The service includes home delivery of the medication and optional follow‑up visits for dose adjustments and prescription renewals, all compliant with German medical regulations and GDPR.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Patients with chronic or severe conditions often face long wait times, travel burdens, and limited specialist availability when seeking a medical cannabis prescription in Germany. Traditional in‑person appointments can delay access to therapy, especially for those living far from qualified physicians or specialized clinics.
Solution
5SWAN delivers a fully digital, telemedicine workflow that connects patients with German‑licensed physicians experienced in cannabis therapy. After a brief online registration and health questionnaire, patients schedule a 25‑minute video consultation where a doctor evaluates eligibility and designs a personalized treatment plan. If approved, the physician issues a compliant prescription that is transmitted securely to a partner pharmacy of the patient’s choice. The medication is then shipped discreetly to the patient’s home or made ready for pickup. Ongoing care is maintained through optional follow‑up video visits and electronic renewal of prescriptions, ensuring continuous access without leaving the house. All interactions comply with German medical regulations and data‑privacy standards.
Target Audience
The service targets German patients with chronic pain, neurological, gastrointestinal, psychiatric or palliative conditions who qualify for medical cannabis and prefer remote, physician‑guided care. It also serves caregivers seeking a streamlined prescription and delivery process.
Features
- Secure video‑consultation platform with end‑to‑end encryption and role‑based access controls.
- Network of board‑certified German doctors specialized in medical‑cannabis indications (pain, neurology, psychiatry, etc.).
- Automated health questionnaire and electronic health record integration to streamline clinical assessment.
- Digital prescription generation and FHIR‑compatible transmission to selected partner pharmacies.
- Home‑delivery logistics coordinated with certified pharmacies, offering discreet packaging and tracking.
- Structured follow‑up schedule with optional video appointments for dose adjustments and prescription renewals.
- Transparent, itemized pricing model displayed during booking, with no hidden fees.
- Compliance with German drug‑prescription law and GDPR‑aligned data handling.