Psychiatrist for Boynton Beach, FL
Same-day visits are often possible
See us in our Fort Lauderdale office or by video anywhere in Florida, including Boynton Beach. Ages 6 and up. We take Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and most major insurance plans. Se habla español.
Seeing a Psychiatrist from Boynton Beach
Boynton Beach is about 30 miles north of us, so most patients here do their routine visits by video and come down for injections or when they’d rather be seen in person. We don’t have an office in Boynton Beach, so you can see us by video or at our Fort Lauderdale office. We see kids from age 6, teens and adults.
To book, call (754) 270-6322 or send us a request. Office hours are Monday through Saturday, 9 to 5. Same-day visits are often available.
What Boynton Beach Patients Usually Ask About
Schizophrenia and psychosis
We treat schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders with careful medication management. For many patients, a long-acting injection every few weeks is easier than daily pills. We give Invega, Abilify Maintena, Uzedy and Haldol Decanoate at our office.
Mood disorders
Bipolar disorder and major depression need steady follow-up. We keep visits regular and order labs when your medication calls for it.
Older adults
We see many older adults and pay close attention to other medications and health conditions before changing anything.
Video or Office Visit?
- 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 Boynton Beach is in range.
Driving from Boynton Beach
Take I-95 south to Oakland Park Boulevard, then go east. It’s about 42 minutes without traffic. We also see patients throughout Palm Beach County by video.
What We Offer
Patients from Boynton Beach come to us for schizophrenia and psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, substance use disorders, ADHD. Services include Psychiatric evaluations, Medication management, Long-acting injections, Telehealth visits, Same-day appointments, Therapy.
Not sure where to begin? A psychiatric evaluation is the usual first step.
Questions from Boynton Beach Patients
Do you have an office in Boynton Beach?
No. Our office is in Fort Lauderdale at 3015 N Ocean Blvd, Suite C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, about 30 miles away. Video visits are available anywhere in Florida.
Do you give long-acting injections?
Yes, at our Fort Lauderdale office: Invega, Abilify Maintena, Uzedy and Haldol Decanoate.
Can family be involved in care?
Yes, with the patient’s permission. Family often plays a big part in treating psychosis.
Can medication management be done by video?
Yes. Most follow-ups can happen by video, with labs at a nearby lab your insurance takes.
Do you see older adults?
Yes. We see adults of every age.
How to Book
Bring your ID, your insurance card and a list of the medications you take. We’ll verify coverage ahead of time and send intake forms to fill out before the visit. Most plans are accepted, including Medicare and Medicaid, and self-pay patients can ask about sliding-scale rates (insurance).
Care is led by Dr. Murtaza Ali and Dr. Andrew Rucker. Some of our providers and front-desk staff speak Spanish. Meet our providers.
Other Cities Near Boynton Beach
We also see patients in Lantana, Delray Beach, Lake Worth Beach, and anywhere else in Florida by video. See all the areas we serve.
We’re not an emergency service. If you’re thinking about hurting yourself, call or text 988 any time. In Palm Beach County, 211 can connect you with local resources.
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, Hindi and Hebrew. 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 and Hebrew
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.