Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Hormone panels that do not skip the mental-status exam
You can refuse labs and still receive an evaluation.
Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing for North Miami Beach patients
TSH in psychiatric evaluation is common because hypothyroidism mimics mood/cognitive complaints.
Psychiatric lab testing is not a personality quiz.
From intake to follow-up: Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Do not stack 12 supplements the same week as a new antidepressant without a reason.
Results visit.
Document limitations.
Pick the smallest panel that could change the plan.
How North Miami Beach patients actually get here
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.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. North Miami Beach patients who drive 24 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Send to a draw site near 33160 when possible.
Discuss cost/coverage.
What we rule in — and rule out
Perimenopausal or hypogonadal clues.
Patient request after counseling on limits.
Not indicated: proving you are 'not crazy.'
Neuropathy plus metformin plus mood.
Questions we hear about Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Crisis?
988/ER, not a draw center.
Iron?
Ferritin when the story fits.
Genetic privacy?
We treat it as sensitive data.
Who interprets?
Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC.
Can I draw near North Miami Beach?
Usually yes.
Insurance?
Varies by test. We discuss non-covered costs.
Can North Miami Beach residents use your Hollywood office?
Yes. Our Hollywood office is about 15 minutes from North Miami Beach via I-95. We also offer telehealth for routine medication management and follow-up appointments.
Do you understand immigration-related mental health challenges?
Yes. We see many patients dealing with adjustment stress, anxiety related to immigration experiences, and intergenerational trauma. Our evaluations consider these cultural and social factors alongside clinical symptoms.
Access from North Miami Beach
ZIP 33160 is the lead postal code listed for North Miami Beach. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
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Neighborhoods we hear from most in North Miami Beach include Eastern Shores, Fulford, and the U.S. 1 commercial strip. ZIP codes 33160, 33162, 33169, 33179 map to this service-area page.
A $2,000 panel with no interpretation.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Start with one thorough Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
Request a Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing 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.
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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.