Psychiatrist for Margate, FL
Same-day visits are often possible
See us in our Fort Lauderdale office or by video anywhere in Florida, including Margate. Ages 6 and up. We take Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and most major insurance plans. Se habla español.
Psychiatric Care for Margate
We see patients in Margate from age 6 through adulthood. We don’t have an office in Margate, so you can see us by video or at our Fort Lauderdale office. Margate is about 12 miles from our office, roughly 24 minutes without traffic.
Call (754) 270-6322 or request an appointment online. We’re open Monday through Saturday, 9 to 5, and same-day visits are often possible.
Ways to See Us from Margate
- 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 Margate is in range.
Getting here from Margate
Most people take Atlantic Boulevard or Commercial Boulevard east, then head south to Oakland Park Boulevard and east toward the beach. We also see patients throughout Broward County by video.
What Margate Patients Usually Ask About
Finding a psychiatric clinic
We’re an outpatient psychiatric practice with psychiatrists, psychiatric nurse practitioners, a physician assistant and licensed therapists. You can see us in Fort Lauderdale or by video.
Adult psychiatry
Most of our Margate patients are adults looking for help with depression, anxiety or mood swings. Many have tried medication before and want someone to take a fresh look.
If you’ve tried treatment before
Bring a list of what you’ve taken and how it went. That history helps your provider avoid repeating what didn’t work.
Same-day visits
If things are getting worse and you can’t wait weeks, call in the morning. Same-day visits are often possible Monday through Saturday.
How We Can Help
Psychiatric evaluations, Medication management, Telehealth visits, Therapy, ADHD assessments, Same-day appointments.
We treat depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, insomnia, substance use disorders, OCD. If you’re not sure what you need, start with a psychiatric evaluation.
Getting Started
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.
Common Questions
Do you have an office in Margate?
No. Our office is in Fort Lauderdale at 3015 N Ocean Blvd, Suite C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, about 12 miles away.
I’ve tried several medications. Can you help?
Yes. Your provider will review what you’ve tried and look at other options, which might include different medications or adding therapy.
Do you offer therapy?
Yes, but our therapists stay busy, so ask about openings when you call.
Can I see you by video?
Yes, as long as you’re in Florida during the visit.
What should I bring to my first visit?
Your ID, insurance card and a list of current medications.
Nearby Areas
We also see patients in Coral Springs, Pompano Beach, Sunrise, and anywhere else in Florida by video. See all the areas we serve.
In crisis? Call or text 988, or call 911 if it’s an emergency. For local help in Broward County, 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, 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.