Careful evaluation
We review your symptoms, history, and past treatment before suggesting a plan.
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Schizophrenia & psychotic disorders
Medically reviewed by Yenny Porrata DNP, FNP, PMHNP, BC - Adult Psychiatry
Structured, supportive care including symptom management, medication review, and functional recovery goals.
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What to expect
A clear plan
Options, benefits, and possible side effects are explained in plain language.
Ongoing follow-up
The plan is reviewed at each visit and adjusted to your response, routine, and goals.
Understanding this condition
Schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders can involve hallucinations, fixed beliefs that are not shared by others, disorganized thinking or speech, and a reduction in motivation, emotional expression, and social engagement.
Care is structured, respectful, and practical. Early and consistent treatment is associated with better long-term function, and family involvement is welcome when the patient wants it.
How this condition is evaluated and treated
Comprehensive evaluation
Medical causes, substance use, mood episodes, and medication effects are all considered before a diagnosis is settled.
Antipsychotic management
Medication choice weighs effectiveness against side effects such as weight, movement, and metabolic changes, with monitoring built into follow-up.
Function and support
Treatment goals include sleep, daily structure, work or school participation, and coordination with family and other providers.
Common signs and symptoms
- Hearing voices or seeing things others do not
- Strong beliefs that others are watching, following, or plotting
- Speech that becomes hard to follow or disorganized
- Withdrawal from friends, family, work, or school
- Reduced motivation, self-care, or emotional expression
- Sleep reversal and increasing suspicion of others
When to schedule an evaluation
Seek evaluation promptly for new hallucinations, marked suspicion, or disorganized thinking. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if there is risk of harm to the person or others.
Call 786-542-5766Frequently asked questions
Can people with schizophrenia work and live independently?
Many do, particularly with consistent treatment, stable sleep, and support. Goals are set individually.
Do antipsychotics require monitoring?
Yes. Weight, metabolic labs, and movement side effects are monitored during ongoing treatment.
Can family be involved?
Yes, with the patient's consent. Family understanding often improves consistency of care.
Areas served
Schizophrenia & psychotic disorders — care across South Florida.
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Miami-Dade County
Broward County
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786-542-57661840 W 49th St. Suite 717, Hialeah, FL 33012
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