Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
hs-CRP is a marker, not a diagnosis
Lauderhill draw sites are used so you are not driving 18 minutes for a needle if a local lab will do.
Clinical scope of Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing in Broward County
B12 psychiatric testing when risk factors exist.
Root cause psych labs still require a root-cause differential, not a shopping cart.
Parking, hours, and video visits
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Lauderhill include Inverrary, the 441 commercial spine, and central Lauderhill. ZIP codes 33311, 33313, 33319 map to this service-area page.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Lauderhill patients who drive 18 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
History first.
Send to a draw site near 33311 when possible.
Clinical FAQ
Insurance?
Varies by test. We discuss non-covered costs.
Iron?
Ferritin when the story fits.
Can labs be wrong?
Yes. We repeat when needed.
Is GeneSight required?
No.
Thyroid?
TSH/free T4 when indicated.
How soon results?
Depends on the lab. We schedule a results visit.
Does Dr. Chatelier understand Caribbean cultural views on mental health?
Yes. Dr. Chatelier is Haitian-American and deeply understands the cultural perspectives on mental health common in Caribbean communities. She provides respectful, culturally aware psychiatric care.
How far is Lauderhill from your office?
Our Hollywood office is approximately 20 minutes from Lauderhill via University Drive or 441. Telehealth is available for patients who prefer virtual visits.
Neighborhoods and ZIPs: 33311, 33313, 33319
Lauderhill (Broward County) has about 74,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 18 minutes from Lauderhill Mall and the Inverrary corridor.
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.
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Hormone numbers without a psychiatric exam.
Indications and differentials
Fatigue, cold intolerance, hair loss, or weight change suggesting thyroid/iron.
Abnormal prior labs without interpretation.
Perimenopausal or hypogonadal clues.
Treatment-resistant depression with never-checked B12/ferritin/TSH.
Clinical benefits of a complete Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing plan
Hormone labs timed correctly.
Clear normal-does-not-mean-imaginary talk.
Telehealth results if you are in Florida.
Avoid duplicate testing already done last month.
You keep copies.
Stressors we document in Lauderhill
Wellness clinic ignored lithium levels.
Insurance surprise bill.
Supplement list of 19 bottles from a Facebook group.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
If Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing is the right next step, schedule a 60–90 minute intake with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC. Same-week telehealth follow-ups are used after the diagnostic visit when clinically appropriate.
After Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing is scheduled, complete intake forms once. Repeating the same history at every visit is what we are trying to avoid.
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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.