Psychiatrist for Oakland Park, FL
Same-day visits are often possible
See us in our Fort Lauderdale office or by video anywhere in Florida, including Oakland Park. Ages 6 and up. We take Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and most major insurance plans. Se habla español.
Mental Health Care for Oakland Park Residents
We see patients in Oakland Park from age 6 through adulthood. We don’t have an office in Oakland Park, so you can see us by video or at our Fort Lauderdale office. Our office sits right on Oakland Park Boulevard, about 3 miles from the center of Oakland Park, so you’re only a few minutes away.
You can reach us at (754) 270-6322, Monday through Saturday from 9 to 5, or request a visit online. Ask about same-day openings.
Services
The first visit is usually a full evaluation. After that, care can include Therapy, Psychiatric evaluations, Medication management, Same-day appointments, ADHD assessments, Telehealth visits. Read more about our care across Broward County.
Conditions we see most: anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, PTSD, insomnia, substance use disorders, OCD.
What Oakland Park Patients Usually Ask About
Anxiety therapy
Therapy for anxiety is the top search that brings Oakland Park residents to us. We have licensed therapists, but their calendars fill fast, so ask about openings. A psychiatric provider can help in the meantime.
Close enough to walk in for appointments
Because you’re so close, office visits are easy. Many patients still use video when work or family makes the trip hard.
ADHD in adults
A lot of adults find out they have ADHD after their child is diagnosed, or when work gets harder to manage. We do adult ADHD assessments and talk through medication and non-medication options.
Sleep and stress
Ongoing stress often shows up as poor sleep first. Your provider will look at both together.
Your Options
- By video: telehealth works on a phone or computer, with nothing to download. You just need to be somewhere in Florida.
- In person: our office is at 3015 N Ocean Blvd, Suite C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308.
- At home: in-home visits are a private-pay option. Call to find out if Oakland Park is in range.
Directions
Just head east on Oakland Park Boulevard. We’re near the beach end, at North Ocean Boulevard.
Booking Your First Visit
After you call or send a request, someone from our office gets back to you to check your insurance, email your intake paperwork and lock in a time. Insurance we accept includes Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana and Optum (details). No insurance? Ask about sliding-scale pricing.
Dr. Murtaza Ali and Dr. Andrew Rucker lead a team of psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, a physician assistant and therapists. See who you might see. Hablamos español.
FAQ
How far is your office from Oakland Park?
About 3 miles, roughly 7 minutes. We’re at 3015 N Ocean Blvd, Suite C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308.
Do you offer anxiety therapy?
Yes, when a therapist has an opening.
Can I see a psychiatrist the same day?
Often, yes, depending on openings and your insurance.
Do you see children?
Yes, from age 6.
Which insurance do you take?
Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana and Optum.
We Also Serve
We also see patients in Wilton Manors, Fort Lauderdale, Lauderhill, and anywhere else in Florida by video. See all the areas we serve.
Emergency? Call 911. For a mental health crisis, call or text 988. Broward County residents can also dial 211.
Who You'll See
Your care is with our team of physicians, psychiatric nurse practitioners and a physician assistant. Visits are available in English, Spanish, Russian, Urdu and Hindi. Our staff can help you choose someone who's a good fit.
Dr. Andrew C. Rucker, DOPsychiatrist
Dr. Murtaza Ali, DOAddiction specialist and family physician
Dr. Heather Brathwaite, PhD, PMHNP-BCPsychiatric nurse practitioner
Michelle KovalPsychiatric nurse practitioner. Speaks Russian
Neal Fouke, PAPsychiatric physician assistant
Muhammad Nawaz, PMHNP-BCPsychiatric nurse practitioner. Speaks Urdu and HindiRequest an Appointment
Tell us how to reach you. Our team calls back the same business day, Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Your appointment is confirmed once staff call you to set the time and place.
Prefer to talk to someone? Call (754) 270-6322.
Our Office
3015 N Ocean Blvd, Ste C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308. Phone: (754) 270-6322. Open Monday to Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM. Video visits are available anywhere in Florida. Directions and parking.