Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Controlled-substance monitoring in Pembroke Pines
Florida location is verified on telehealth visits before a prescription is sent.
Clinical scope of Medication Management in Broward County
Functional psychiatry does not mean 'no medication.' It means medication plus the labs that could change the choice.
Leftover 'affordable refill' slugs are not a cash-pay promise.
Labs, scales, and follow-up cadence
Lithium: level, TSH, creatinine, pregnancy test as indicated.
Clozapine: ANC monitoring — we refer if we cannot meet the REMS cadence.
Formulary alternatives offered without pretending they are identical.
Opioid + benzo overlap is treated as a safety event.
Clinical FAQ
Do you prescribe benzodiazepines long-term?
Rarely, with a documented indication and a taper orientation. They are not a standing plan for GAD.
Do you prescribe stimulants?
When the evaluation supports ADHD and PDMP/safety checks pass. Not from a questionnaire alone.
Do you work with my therapist?
With consent, yes. Medication does not replace psychotherapy when both are indicated.
What is GeneSight?
A pharmacogenetic panel that may adjust probabilities for certain antidepressants. It does not diagnose ADHD or depression.
What labs do I need?
Depends on the drug: TSH, lithium level, A1c, etc. We will list them in the plan.
How often are visits?
Tighter after a start or change; wider when stable and labs are current.
How close are you to Pembroke Pines?
Our Hollywood office is approximately 10 minutes from central Pembroke Pines via Pines Boulevard or Sheridan Street. We also offer telehealth for maximum convenience.
Do you serve Century Village Pembroke Pines?
Yes, we serve many patients from Century Village and specialize in age-related mood changes, medication management for seniors, and hormone therapy.
Visit flow for Medication Management
Share the plan with the therapist when consent exists.
Document why a requested stimulant or benzo was declined.
Telehealth visits verify Florida location.
Set the next visit before the bottle runs out.
Indications and differentials
Not indicated for out-of-state telehealth prescribing.
Perinatal prescribing only with risk-benefit counseling.
Not indicated as a replacement for inpatient care when risk is high.
Bridge care after hospitalization until a stable outpatient cadence exists.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Pembroke Pines (Broward County) has about 171,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 12 minutes from Pembroke Lakes Mall corridor and Century Village.
Commute noise on I-95 and the Turnpike changes whether an in-office Medication Management visit is realistic this week. Telehealth is used when the clinical exam does not require the office.
If prior authorization is required, start it the same day.
Document why a requested stimulant or benzo was declined.
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.