Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Controlled-substance monitoring in Hollywood
Missed monitoring labs pause titration. That is safety, not punishment.
Clinical scope of Medication Management in Broward County
Refill-only care is not offered. If you need only a refill, you still need a monitoring interval.
Tapering is scheduled. Paroxetine, venlafaxine, benzodiazepines, and stimulants each have different withdrawal physics.
Indications and differentials
Perinatal prescribing only with risk-benefit counseling.
Taper request that requires a medical schedule.
Need for metabolic or neurologic monitoring on an existing antipsychotic or mood stabilizer.
Bridge care after hospitalization until a stable outpatient cadence exists.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Opioid + benzo overlap is treated as a safety event.
Alcohol withdrawal is not managed as an anxiety refill.
MAOI diet and washout rules if that class is ever used.
Clozapine: ANC monitoring — we refer if we cannot meet the REMS cadence.
How Medication Management is structured
Check labs due for the current class.
Document why a requested stimulant or benzo was declined.
No-show after a high-risk start triggers outreach.
Decide: continue, adjust, switch, or taper — one primary change when possible.
Parking, hours, and video visits
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Hollywood presentations. Medication Management intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Hollywood patients who drive 0 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
No-show after a high-risk start triggers outreach.
Confirm the target symptom and the diagnosis it belongs to.
Clinical FAQ
What is PDMP?
Florida's prescription drug monitoring program. We check it before controlled substances.
What is GeneSight?
A pharmacogenetic panel that may adjust probabilities for certain antidepressants. It does not diagnose ADHD or depression.
Do you work with my therapist?
With consent, yes. Medication does not replace psychotherapy when both are indicated.
What labs do I need?
Depends on the drug: TSH, lithium level, A1c, etc. We will list them in the plan.
Where is the office for in-person med checks?
7603 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 — about 0 minutes from Hollywood.
Do you treat insomnia with medication only?
No. We look for apnea, circadian issues, alcohol, and psychiatric drivers.
Where is your Hollywood office?
Our office is located at 7603 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024. We're easily accessible from I-95, the Turnpike, and US-441.
Do you serve Hollywood Beach residents?
Yes! We serve all Hollywood neighborhoods including Hollywood Beach, Hollywood Hills, Emerald Hills, and surrounding areas.
Next step
Request a Medication Management visit by calling (888) 307-2199 or using the booking form. Bring current medications, prior labs, and a list of what has already been tried.
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Medication 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.