Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Medication management from the Hollywood medical home
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.
What Medication Management actually includes
Antidepressant management includes adequate dose/duration, activation screening, and suicide-risk follow-up after initiation.
Booking a med check is booking a medical visit, not a vending machine.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Valproate: level, LFTs, CBC, pregnancy counseling.
Missed labs = delayed titration.
New antidepressant: short-interval follow-up for activation and SI.
Hyponatremia: BMP in older adults on SSRIs when symptoms fit.
Indications and differentials
Polypharmacy review when the list exceeds what the diagnosis can justify.
Taper request that requires a medical schedule.
Not indicated for out-of-state telehealth prescribing.
Not indicated to supply controlled substances without a supporting diagnosis and monitoring plan.
Access from Coconut Creek
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.
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Coconut Creek sits in Broward 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.
You fear dependency, so you skip doses and then crash, which looks like 'nonadherence.'
From intake to follow-up: Medication Management
Document why a requested stimulant or benzo was declined.
Review PDMP and allergies.
Reconcile the current list, including OTC, cannabis, and hormones.
If side effects appear, do not wait for the next quarterly slot — tighten follow-up.
Clinical FAQ
Do you prescribe stimulants?
When the evaluation supports ADHD and PDMP/safety checks pass. Not from a questionnaire alone.
Can you help me taper?
Yes. Tapers are scheduled by drug class. Do not stop MAOIs, benzos, or paroxetine abruptly on your own.
Do you monitor antipsychotics?
Weight, A1c, lipids, and neurologic side effects are part of the protocol.
Do you prescribe benzodiazepines long-term?
Rarely, with a documented indication and a taper orientation. They are not a standing plan for GAD.
How often are visits?
Tighter after a start or change; wider when stable and labs are current.
Can I refuse a medication?
Always. Informed consent includes the option of no medication.
Do you evaluate menopause-related mood changes?
Yes. Many Coconut Creek patients come to us specifically for the intersection of hormonal changes and mood disorders. We offer comprehensive hormone panels alongside psychiatric evaluation.
How do I get to your office from Coconut Creek?
Our Hollywood office is about 25-30 minutes via 441 or the Turnpike. First evaluations are in-person; many follow-up med checks can be done via telehealth.
Book Medication Management
After Medication Management is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Medication Management. Mention Coconut Creek so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
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.