Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Med checks with a problem list, not a clipboard
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea patients (28 min to Hollywood) can split care: in-office labs, video titration when stable.
Clinical scope of Medication Management in Broward County
Genetic testing (pharmacogenomics) may change CYP2D6/2C19 probabilities. It is not a personality test.
Leftover 'affordable refill' slugs are not a cash-pay promise.
Protocol elements we do not skip
Benzodiazepines: indication, duration limit, taper language.
Informed consent stored in the chart.
New antidepressant: short-interval follow-up for activation and SI.
QTc risk: ECG when combining high-risk agents.
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea FAQs for Medication Management
Can you prescribe if I am traveling?
Only if you are physically in a state where we are licensed — currently Florida telehealth.
What is GeneSight?
A pharmacogenetic panel that may adjust probabilities for certain antidepressants. It does not diagnose ADHD or depression.
Are leftover 'affordable refill' URLs a discount?
No. They are retained slugs. Billing follows insurance contracts.
Do you prescribe benzodiazepines long-term?
Rarely, with a documented indication and a taper orientation. They are not a standing plan for GAD.
Will I get a refill without a visit?
Not as a routine. Monitoring interval is part of the prescription.
Where is the office for in-person med checks?
7603 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 — about 28 minutes from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea.
Are psychiatric services available near Lauderdale-by-the-Sea?
While we're not located in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, our Hollywood office is about 25 minutes away, and our telehealth platform makes follow-up care extremely convenient for coastal residents.
Do you address seasonal mood changes?
Yes. Seasonal affective patterns, including reverse SAD (summer-related), are recognized in our evaluations. Florida's unique climate patterns can affect mood differently than northern states.
DSM-5-TR framing for best psychiatrist for meds
Not indicated for out-of-state telehealth prescribing.
ADHD medication only after the evaluation supports ADHD over mimics.
Hypnotics only after sleep differential, not as a standing nightcap.
Taper request that requires a medical schedule.
How Lauderdale-by-the-Sea patients actually get here
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea 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.
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Set the next visit before the bottle runs out.
Confirm the target symptom and the diagnosis it belongs to.
Visit flow for Medication Management
Check labs due for the current class.
Review PDMP and allergies.
Revisit the original diagnosis if two classes have failed.
Reconcile the current list, including OTC, cannabis, and hormones.
Book Medication Management
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Medication Management can be done by video: call (888) 307-2199 before you book so the visit type matches the clinical need.
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.