Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Medication management from the Hollywood medical home
Missed monitoring labs pause titration. That is safety, not punishment.
Clinical scope of Medication Management in Broward County
Telehealth medication management still requires Florida presence, identity check, and a visit note.
Booking a med check is booking a medical visit, not a vending machine.
From intake to follow-up: Medication Management
If side effects appear, do not wait for the next quarterly slot — tighten follow-up.
Revisit the original diagnosis if two classes have failed.
Telehealth visits verify Florida location.
Confirm the target symptom and the diagnosis it belongs to.
Indications and differentials
A DSM-5-TR diagnosis that has an evidence-based pharmacologic option the patient wants to consider.
Failed or partial response to a current agent after an adequate trial.
Need for metabolic or neurologic monitoring on an existing antipsychotic or mood stabilizer.
Not indicated for out-of-state telehealth prescribing.
Questions we hear about 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.
Do you prescribe benzodiazepines long-term?
Rarely, with a documented indication and a taper orientation. They are not a standing plan for GAD.
Are leftover 'affordable refill' URLs a discount?
No. They are retained slugs. Billing follows insurance contracts.
What about pregnancy?
Tell us before a prescription is sent. Some agents need specialist coordination.
Will I get a refill without a visit?
Not as a routine. Monitoring interval is part of the prescription.
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.
Monitoring and safety in Medication Management
Formulary alternatives offered without pretending they are identical.
Valproate: level, LFTs, CBC, pregnancy counseling.
Opioid + benzo overlap is treated as a safety event.
SGAs: weight, A1c, lipids; AIMS on a schedule.
Access from Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Lauderdale-by-the-Sea patients who drive 28 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea presentations. Medication Management intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
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You have been on an SSRI for years with no documented target symptom and no trial of a therapeutic dose.
Book Medication Management
If you already have records from another psychiatrist, NP, or therapist, send them before Medication Management so the interview can start from data instead of from a blank page.
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.
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.