jenni612 4 Posted December 4, 2012 what can I expect at these apps? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FLORIDAYS 3,040 Posted December 4, 2012 Since all Drs are different I couldnt begin to tell you what to expect. But I will tell you what mine entailed. The Psych visit was about an hour. Upon arrival I completed a long questionairre mostly about how I react to FILL IN THE BLANK situations, lifestyle and relationship questions... nothing hard to answer. Then I was seen my the Dr who basically asked me why I wanted to take the drastic step of surgery, what I expected from it and how it would be different from previous weight loss attempts. I felt he was basically making sure I was doing it for the right reasons and for me and not some idealistic pipe dream. The NUT was about 2 weeks before surgery. She went over the pre op liquid diet, the post op liquid diet, mushies and gave me a plan based on the number of calories I needed to shoot for which turned out to be higher than my dr and I agreed upon after surgery when I was ready to start solids at week 4. She also gave me the portion sizes I was allowed to eat and told me if I needed anything she was a phone call away. It was pretty clear and I did what she told me. I never called her again but on my monthly visits I woould ask my Dr specific questions and he would give me hints and suggestions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
line-dancer 810 Posted December 4, 2012 the same thing here shrink was cash only 275 no insurance...boo hoo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BandedCandace 105 Posted December 4, 2012 my psych eval was 2 hours long. I feel the same way as FLORIDAYS, I think it's primarily to make sure you are aware of the lifestyle change and that you are mentally ready. I was nervous as hell for mine because I have been on anti depressants for years and I was worried that would affect their decision. Mine went good and I am sure yours will too. I was so nervous though..I have everything in a folder and I even got a yellow folder because i thought it was more happy than a regular one..crazy i know haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jenni612 4 Posted January 2, 2013 I just did my psych consult and it was painless! 45 mins and just assuring I'm able to make good decisions, have good support, and I am committed to the new lifestyle! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
