Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
GeneSight after failed antidepressant trials
Pharmacogenetics does not override a bipolar screen.
Clinical scope of Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing in Broward County
Ferritin and fatigue belong in psychiatry when the history fits.
Pharmacogenetic testing changes probabilities for some drugs.
How Plantation patients actually get here
ZIP 33311 is the lead postal code listed for Plantation. Mail-order labs and pharmacy routing still use the patient's actual address, not this page's city token.
Plantation (Broward County) has about 92,000 residents. The nearest Peace & Heart Wellness exam room is the Hollywood office, about 18 minutes from Westfield Broward and the University Drive medical corridor.
Crisis path unchanged.
Give timing/fasting instructions.
Access from Plantation
Plantation sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
Neighborhoods we hear from most in Plantation include Plantation Acres, Jacaranda, and the Broward Boulevard professional district. ZIP codes 33311, 33313, 33317, 33322 map to this service-area page.
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Plantation patients who drive 18 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Lab used to avoid talking about trauma or alcohol.
Indications and differentials
Metabolic monitoring on SGAs (that's also med management).
Heavy menses plus brain fog.
Not indicated: weekly wellness draws.
Before blaming 'just anxiety.'
Clinical FAQ
Insurance?
Varies by test. We discuss non-covered costs.
What if labs are normal?
We still treat the psychiatric diagnosis if it is there.
Office for interpretation?
18 min from Plantation if in-person.
Thyroid?
TSH/free T4 when indicated.
How soon results?
Depends on the lab. We schedule a results visit.
Can I draw near Plantation?
Usually yes.
How long is the drive from Plantation?
Our Hollywood office is approximately 15-20 minutes from Plantation via 595 or Broward Boulevard. Telehealth is also available for follow-up appointments.
Do you take a functional approach to psychiatry?
Yes. Beyond traditional medication management, we investigate root causes including hormone levels, thyroid function, and nutritional deficiencies — an approach Plantation patients particularly value.
Monitoring and safety in Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing
Results appointment.
Document assay.
Fasting when lipids/glucose needed.
Hypothesis in the note before the order.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Questions about insurance, labs, or whether Functional Psychiatry & Lab Testing can be done by video: call (888) 307-2199 before you book so the visit type matches the clinical need.
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.
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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.