Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
hs-CRP is a marker, not a diagnosis
Repeat out-of-range values before you rebuild your identity around a number.
Clinical scope of Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing in Broward County
Iron deficiency brain fog is a medical problem we measure.
TSH in psychiatric evaluation is common because hypothyroidism mimics mood/cognitive complaints.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
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South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Fort Lauderdale presentations. Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
History first.
Pick the smallest panel that could change the plan.
Access from Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale (Broward County) has about 183,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 20 minutes from Las Olas, Port Everglades, and the downtown medical district.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Fort Lauderdale patients who drive 20 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
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.
Vitamin D treated as a personality.
How Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing is structured
Crisis path unchanged.
Document limitations.
Pick the smallest panel that could change the plan.
Discuss cost/coverage.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Document assay.
Ferritin with context of inflammation.
Privacy of genetic data.
Fasting when lipids/glucose needed.
Clinical FAQ
Do labs replace a psychiatric diagnosis?
No.
Can I draw near Fort Lauderdale?
Usually yes.
Thyroid?
TSH/free T4 when indicated.
Do you treat based on Instagram optimal ranges?
No. We use clinical context.
Vitamin D religion?
We treat deficiency, not a fandom.
Adrenal fatigue?
Not a diagnosis we sell.
Do you serve downtown Fort Lauderdale?
Yes. Our Hollywood office is about 20 minutes from downtown Fort Lauderdale, and we offer telehealth appointments for busy downtown professionals.
Can you help with work-related anxiety and burnout?
Absolutely. We see many Fort Lauderdale professionals dealing with workplace stress, burnout, and performance anxiety. Our evaluations identify root causes and create targeted treatment plans.
Next step
Call (888) 307-2199 to hold an appointment for Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing. Mention Fort Lauderdale so staff can plan in-office versus Florida telehealth for the first visit.
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
Related care
Same service, other cities
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.