Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Antidepressant and mood-stabilizer management in Broward County
Insurance coverage of a medication is not the same as a clinical indication.
Clinical scope of Medication Management in Broward County
Telehealth medication management still requires Florida presence, identity check, and a visit note.
Antidepressant management includes adequate dose/duration, activation screening, and suicide-risk follow-up after initiation.
18-minute path to the Hollywood office
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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.
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.
Side effects were dismissed because the PHQ-9 improved two points.
Plantation FAQs for Medication Management
What is GeneSight?
A pharmacogenetic panel that may adjust probabilities for certain antidepressants. It does not diagnose ADHD or depression.
Do you monitor antipsychotics?
Weight, A1c, lipids, and neurologic side effects are part of the protocol.
Do you prescribe benzodiazepines long-term?
Rarely, with a documented indication and a taper orientation. They are not a standing plan for GAD.
What about pregnancy?
Tell us before a prescription is sent. Some agents need specialist coordination.
Where is the office for in-person med checks?
7603 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood, FL 33024 — about 18 minutes from Plantation.
Will I get a refill without a visit?
Not as a routine. Monitoring interval is part of the prescription.
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.
DSM-5-TR framing for med side effects help
Not indicated as a replacement for inpatient care when risk is high.
Not indicated for out-of-state telehealth prescribing.
Bridge care after hospitalization until a stable outpatient cadence exists.
Polypharmacy review when the list exceeds what the diagnosis can justify.
Monitoring and safety in Medication Management
Missed labs = delayed titration.
Lithium: level, TSH, creatinine, pregnancy test as indicated.
Stimulants: BP/HR, sleep, appetite, PDMP, diversion discussion.
Informed consent stored in the chart.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
South Florida heat, hurricane disruption, shift work, and multigenerational households show up in Plantation presentations. Medication Management intake asks about those stressors explicitly.
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.
Reconcile the current list, including OTC, cannabis, and hormones.
Telehealth visits verify Florida location.
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.
Start with one thorough Medication Management evaluation rather than a series of 15-minute check-ins. Book at (888) 307-2199 or online.
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.