Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Body confidence that does not deny medical risk
Body confidence work does not mean we ignore A1c.
Clinical scope of Wellness & Weight Management in Broward County
Functional weight testing is hypothesis-driven, not a catalog of 80 biomarkers.
Holistic weight care means whole-person, not unregulated.
Clinical FAQ
Who is the clinician?
Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC.
Hormone weight loss?
Labs if indicated. Hormones are not a fat-melting SKU.
Will you weigh me every visit?
Only if it is clinically useful and not harmful to your eating-disorder recovery.
Insurance?
Verify. Metabolic meds and visits have different coverage rules.
Crisis / medical instability?
ER. Especially with restriction and electrolyte risk.
Is this a weight-loss spa?
No. It is psychiatric and metabolic overlap care.
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.
Visit flow for Wellness & Weight Management
Screen restriction, binge, purge, laxatives.
Decide: therapy, dietitian, med switch, anti-obesity med, or higher care.
Safety if BMI or vitals are unsafe.
Set behavior metrics, not only pounds.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Document why a requested product was refused.
Sleep screen.
Privacy around weighing.
A1c/lipids/TSH as indicated.
DSM-5-TR framing for stress eating program
Patients who want monitoring, not a challenge.
Not indicated as IV slimming.
Not indicated as cosmetic rapid loss.
PMDD-related intake changes.
Parking, hours, and video visits
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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.
Do not start a crash diet in active eating disorder.
Refer out when the case is primarily endocrine or bariatric.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Start with one thorough Wellness & Weight Management evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Wellness & Weight Management, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
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.