Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
top rated med management with PDMP and lab surveillance
Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC prescribes within Florida PMHNP-BC scope. Every start, stop, and taper is documented with indication and monitoring.
Medication Management for Aventura patients
Antipsychotic monitoring is metabolic and neurologic, not just 'mood better / worse.'
Functional psychiatry does not mean 'no medication.' It means medication plus the labs that could change the choice.
Protocol elements we do not skip
QTc risk: ECG when combining high-risk agents.
Lithium: level, TSH, creatinine, pregnancy test as indicated.
Missed labs = delayed titration.
Stimulants: BP/HR, sleep, appetite, PDMP, diversion discussion.
Questions we hear about Medication Management
What if side effects start this week?
Call the office. Do not wait for a distant follow-up if symptoms are severe. ER for emergency symptoms.
Are leftover 'affordable refill' URLs a discount?
No. They are retained slugs. Billing follows insurance contracts.
Can you prescribe if I am traveling?
Only if you are physically in a state where we are licensed — currently Florida telehealth.
How often are visits?
Tighter after a start or change; wider when stable and labs are current.
Do you prescribe stimulants?
When the evaluation supports ADHD and PDMP/safety checks pass. Not from a questionnaire alone.
What labs do I need?
Depends on the drug: TSH, lithium level, A1c, etc. We will list them in the plan.
Is your practice discreet for Aventura patients?
Absolutely. We maintain strict HIPAA compliance, and our telehealth option ensures complete privacy. Many Aventura patients prefer virtual appointments from their residence or office.
Do you address image-related anxiety and mood disorders?
Yes. We treat the full spectrum of anxiety and mood disorders, including those related to social pressure, perfectionism, and performance expectations common in high-achieving communities.
Visit flow for Medication Management
Document why a requested stimulant or benzo was declined.
Reconcile the current list, including OTC, cannabis, and hormones.
If prior authorization is required, start it the same day.
Send the prescription to a named pharmacy; document the pharmacy.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Medication Management visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
ZIP 33160 is the lead postal code listed for Aventura. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
If prior authorization is required, start it the same day.
Revisit the original diagnosis if two classes have failed.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33160, 33180
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Aventura include The Waterways, Williams Island, and the Biscayne Boulevard corridor. ZIP codes 33160, 33180 map to this service-area page.
Aventura sits in Miami-Dade County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Medication Management when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
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.
Cannabis and alcohol were left off the medication list as if they were not psychoactive.
Next step
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Medication Management. Mention Aventura so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
Start with one thorough Medication Management evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
Related care
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.