Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Medication management from the Hollywood medical home
We measure what the drug can harm: sodium, TSH, lipids, A1c, weight, AIMS, pregnancy — class by class.
Medication Management for Cooper City patients
Psych med management includes saying no when the requested drug does not match the diagnosis.
Telehealth medication management still requires Florida presence, identity check, and a visit note.
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.
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Confirm the target symptom and the diagnosis it belongs to.
If side effects appear, do not wait for the next quarterly slot — tighten follow-up.
What we rule in — and rule out
Not indicated as a replacement for inpatient care when risk is high.
Hypnotics only after sleep differential, not as a standing nightcap.
Intolerable side effects that might respond to dose change, switch, or adjunct.
ADHD medication only after the evaluation supports ADHD over mimics.
Questions we hear about Medication Management
What labs do I need?
Depends on the drug: TSH, lithium level, A1c, etc. We will list them in the plan.
Do you prescribe benzodiazepines long-term?
Rarely, with a documented indication and a taper orientation. They are not a standing plan for GAD.
Can you help me taper?
Yes. Tapers are scheduled by drug class. Do not stop MAOIs, benzos, or paroxetine abruptly on your own.
How often are visits?
Tighter after a start or change; wider when stable and labs are current.
Where is the office for in-person med checks?
7603 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 — about 14 minutes from Cooper City.
What is PDMP?
Florida's prescription drug monitoring program. We check it before controlled substances.
Is Cooper City close to your office?
Very close — our Hollywood office at 7603 Davie Road Extension is about 10 minutes from Cooper City via Stirling Road or Griffin Road.
Do you work with families?
Yes. We provide psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adults, and can coordinate care with family therapists for a comprehensive approach.
From intake to follow-up: Medication Management
Document why a requested stimulant or benzo was declined.
If prior authorization is required, start it the same day.
Decide: continue, adjust, switch, or taper — one primary change when possible.
Check labs due for the current class.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Benzodiazepines: indication, duration limit, taper language.
New antidepressant: short-interval follow-up for activation and SI.
Alcohol withdrawal is not managed as an anxiety refill.
MAOI diet and washout rules if that class is ever used.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Medication Management, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
After Medication Management is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
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.