Reviewed 2026-09-21 · DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Side-effect management that names the actual syndrome
You should be able to name the drug, the target symptom, the main risks, and the next lab date.
Clinical scope of Medication Management in Broward County
Best-practice med management is boring: lists, labs, and dates.
ADHD titration follows a confirmed differential. Heart rate, sleep, appetite, and diversion risk are part of the visit.
In-office versus Florida telehealth
Parking at 7603 Davie Road Extension is on site. Pompano Beach patients who drive 28 minutes should plan for weekday 9:00–17:00 hours; Saturday is by appointment only.
Pompano Beach sits in Broward County. County-level resources (crisis lines, hospital ERs, IOP programs) are discussed during Medication Management when a higher level of care is safer than outpatient titration.
Document why a requested stimulant or benzo was declined.
Send the prescription to a named pharmacy; document the pharmacy.
Monitoring and safety in Medication Management
Lithium: level, TSH, creatinine, pregnancy test as indicated.
Opioid + benzo overlap is treated as a safety event.
MAOI diet and washout rules if that class is ever used.
Alcohol withdrawal is not managed as an anxiety refill.
Indications and differentials
Perinatal prescribing only with risk-benefit counseling.
Bridge care after hospitalization until a stable outpatient cadence exists.
Taper request that requires a medical schedule.
Intolerable side effects that might respond to dose change, switch, or adjunct.
Pompano Beach 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.
What is PDMP?
Florida's prescription drug monitoring program. We check it before controlled substances.
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 28 minutes from Pompano Beach.
Do you prescribe benzodiazepines long-term?
Rarely, with a documented indication and a taper orientation. They are not a standing plan for GAD.
What insurance do you accept for Pompano Beach patients?
We accept most major insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross, United, and more. Call (888) 307-2199 to verify your specific plan before your first visit.
Can you prescribe medication at the first appointment?
After a thorough psychiatric evaluation, Dr. Chatelier may recommend medication as part of your treatment plan. Initial evaluations typically last 60-90 minutes to ensure we understand your complete picture.
From intake to follow-up: Medication Management
Decide: continue, adjust, switch, or taper — one primary change when possible.
If prior authorization is required, start it the same day.
Counsel on onset, alcohol, driving, pregnancy, and overdose risk.
Share the plan with the therapist when consent exists.
Schedule with Dr. Dorothy Chatelier, DNP, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC
Crisis now is 988 or the ER — not the booking form. For non-urgent Medication Management, use (888) 307-2199 during weekday hours.
If Medication Management 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.
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.