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Weight Loss Psychological Clearance Evaluations.
Gastric Sleeve.
Gastric bypass surgery refers to a surgical process in which the stomach is divided into a small upper pouch and a much larger lower "remnant" pouch and then the small intestine is rearranged to connect to both.
+ What to expect
These can be done through Tele-Health via ZOOM app remotely from your home! Your evaluation will include an assessment by a trained psychologist. The psychologist will go over medications, past important mental & medical history, & will administer self measures, & also have you do a few psychological measures as well. These assessments typically take anywhere from 45 mins to 2 hours.
Lap Band.
A laparoscopic adjustable gastric band, commonly called a lap-band, A band, or LAGB, is an inflatable silicone device placed around the top portion of the stomach to treat obesity, intended to decrease food consumption.
FAQ’S
+ Report Process
After your measures are scored, The Dr. generates a personalized report & it is promptly sent to your referring physician within 24-48 hours. If there are any indiscrepancies you will be contacted and steps will be taken to correct the report.
Lipo/Tummy Tuck.
Abdominoplasty or "tummy tuck" is a cosmetic surgery procedure used to make the abdomen thinner and more firm. The surgery involves the removal of excess skin and fat from the middle and lower abdomen .
+ Why do I need it?
Most major insurance companies now require psychological clearance before the surgery is completed. A pre-surgical evaluation is a means of ensuring that you are set up for future success with your Lap-Band surgery. It assesses different aspects of pain and the surgery itself including: • Behavior • Emotions • Development • Current life circumstances • Motivation for the surgery • Expectation for the surgery To begin, most psychologists will start with your previous and current behaviors regarding your Lap-Band surgery. You may be interviewed extensively about your previous pain management attempts, weight loss attempts, medications, and your exercise routine. These indicators can demonstrate whether you have adopted a healthy lifestyle that can contribute to greater success and better outcomes when used in combination with the Lap-Band surgery. From there, the psychologist might assess your cognitive understanding of pain management, obesity, and the Lap-Band surgery. They are looking to ensure that you understand how weight loss occurs and what the risks are for the surgery. This is also an excellent time for them to review your coping skills and how those play into your weight loss management goals. They will also examine your current life circumstances including any stressors that could contribute to an unsuccessful outcome with your surgery. Last but not least, your pre-surgical evaluation will go over your motivation for wanting the Lap-Band surgery and help you to manage your expectations for the outcome. This is an important step to prevent disappointment and unrealistic expectations regarding the weight loss and lifestyle difference that you may see following the surgery. Assessing this part of your psyche allows you to truly evaluate whether this surgery is something that you want and need for your health
