Psychiatrist for Lauderhill, FL
Same-day visits are often possible
See us in our Fort Lauderdale office or by video anywhere in Florida, including Lauderhill. Ages 6 and up. We take Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare and most major insurance plans. Se habla español.
Seeing a Psychiatrist from Lauderhill
Lauderhill is about 9 miles from us, roughly 18 minutes without traffic. We don’t have an office in Lauderhill, 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 Lauderhill Patients Usually Ask About
Getting seen quickly
Same-day visits are often possible during business hours. Call early in the day and we’ll see what’s open.
Medicaid
We accept Medicaid and Medicare, along with most major commercial plans.
Ongoing care
We treat depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and substance use, with follow-ups by video or in the office.
Switching psychiatrists
Some people in Lauderhill come to us after their old provider retired, moved or stopped taking their insurance. If that’s you, bring your medication list and pharmacy information. We’ll do a full evaluation first, then pick up where your care left off or adjust it.
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 Lauderhill is in range.
Driving from Lauderhill
Take Sunrise Boulevard east to I-95, go north one exit to Oakland Park Boulevard, then east. See telehealth psychiatry in Broward County for nearby cities.
What We Offer
Patients from Lauderhill come to us for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and psychosis, substance use disorders, ADHD, PTSD, insomnia. Services include Psychiatric evaluations, Medication management, Same-day appointments, Therapy, Telehealth visits, Addiction treatment.
Not sure where to begin? A psychiatric evaluation is the usual first step.
Questions from Lauderhill Patients
Do you have an office in Lauderhill?
No. Our office is in Fort Lauderdale at 3015 N Ocean Blvd, Suite C101, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308, about 9 miles away.
Can I get a same-day appointment?
Often, yes, Monday through Saturday, 9 to 5.
Do you take Medicaid?
We do, along with Medicare, Tricare and most private plans.
Do you offer therapy?
Yes, though therapist openings vary. Ask when you call.
Do you treat substance use?
Yes, including Suboxone and other medication-assisted treatment.
How to Book
Our team is led by Dr. Murtaza Ali and Dr. Andrew Rucker, and several of our providers and staff speak Spanish (meet the team). We take Medicare, Medicaid and most major plans, and we have sliding-scale rates if you’re paying yourself (insurance details). Once you reach out, we’ll check your insurance, send your intake forms and confirm the time and type of visit with you.
Other Cities Near Lauderhill
We also see patients in Plantation, Sunrise, Wilton Manors, 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 Broward 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 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.