Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Iron deficiency and brain fog: measure, don't meme
Inflammation markers do not license an unproven protocol.
Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing for Aventura patients
Root cause psych labs still require a root-cause differential, not a shopping cart.
GeneSight testing in Hollywood is optional and post-failure, not a rite of intake.
Parking, hours, and video visits
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Aventura patients who drive 20 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Treat, refer, or watch — with a date.
Document limitations.
Indications and differentials
vitamin D depression labs still needs a hypothesis.
Fatigue, cold intolerance, hair loss, or weight change suggesting thyroid/iron.
Perimenopausal or hypogonadal clues.
Failed antidepressant trials considering pharmacogenetics.
Visit flow for Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Do not stack 12 supplements the same week as a new antidepressant without a reason.
History first.
Send to a draw site near 33160 when possible.
Discuss cost/coverage.
Access from Aventura
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Aventura patients who drive 20 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
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Aventura sits in Miami-Dade County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
Supplement list of 19 bottles from a Facebook group.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Do not ignore lithium levels for a wellness panel.
Cost consent.
Refer critically abnormal (e.g., severe anemia, thyrotoxicosis).
No 80-marker default.
Book Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
If Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing is the right next step, schedule a 60–90 minute intake with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. Same-week telehealth follow-ups are used after the diagnostic visit when clinically appropriate.
After Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
Related care
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Clinician: Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. Last medical review: 2026-09-21.
Florida telehealth psychiatry is available to established and new patients located in Florida at the time of the visit, subject to licensure and clinical appropriateness. An in-person evaluation at the Hollywood office may be recommended when a physical exam, vital signs, or a more complete diagnostic interview is needed.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. It does not establish a provider-patient relationship. Always seek care from a qualified clinician for questions about a medical or psychiatric condition. If you are in crisis, call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department.