Seeking~Clarity 5 Posted May 1, 2014 HI, Im JUST starting out. Had my consult YESTERDAY and already have my phych eval for Monday. What kind of testing do they do?? Anyone local in my area?? Shelly Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Linda Hyden 1 Posted May 1, 2014 Truthfully, I don't recall much about my psych eval except filling out some papers that gained an insight into what I knew and whether I was ready for the procedure. I spoke a few moments with a counselor but could not understand most of what he said cause he spoke so softly. I kept asking him to speak up but he really never did. From what I could tell, it wasn't much and nothing I would be too worried over. Just know that you want to do this, that you have tried everything in the past with none to limited success, don't want to go out sick and fat, and you aren't hoping this will kill you. By the way, who is your doctor? I used Dallas Bariatric- Dr Jayseelan - at Forest Park Medical. Had my one week check yesterday and so far lost 21 lbs and all is well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
itsmekarenlee 129 Posted May 11, 2014 Hi I'm near Denton, tx. My husband and I are doing this together, hopefully done next month. He's getting a sleeve, I'm.getting rny because if herd and hernia. What are you two getting/got? I'm not finding too many support groups or mentors around here. Our surgeons office has one that meets up twice a month but we missed the first one. Hopefully we'll make the next. Our dr is dr provost in Denton. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Seeking~Clarity 5 Posted May 12, 2014 Truthfully, I don't recall much about my psych eval except filling out some papers that gained an insight into what I knew and whether I was ready for the procedure. I spoke a few moments with a counselor but could not understand most of what he said cause he spoke so softly. I kept asking him to speak up but he really never did. From what I could tell, it wasn't much and nothing I would be too worried over. Just know that you want to do this, that you have tried everything in the past with none to limited success, don't want to go out sick and fat, and you aren't hoping this will kill you. By the way, who is your doctor? I used Dallas Bariatric- Dr Jayseelan - at Forest Park Medical. Had my one week check yesterday and so far lost 21 lbs and all is well. HI Linda, The eval was very simple. I had about 700plus true and false questions and then spent about 30 minutes with the counslor. Quit painless. I was deemed a bit crazy..no suprise there..lol. Naw..he said nothing to hold me back from succeeding in my goals. I am using Dr.Kennedy she is in Plano,Rockwall and Dallas. My Gyn Dr. actually used her and gave me the referrel,so I feel quit comfortable with her. Actually,the whole staff in Rockwall just rocks. They are a pretty fun and caring group of ladies. They have a once a month support group and also a awesome workout guy that has classes right there at the office. His goal is to get our core strength to where it should be. I look forward to getting back into weightlifting as I did eons ago. How are you recovering?? Thats a great loss so far!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Seeking~Clarity 5 Posted May 12, 2014 Hi I'm near Denton, tx. My husband and I are doing this together, hopefully done next month. He's getting a sleeve, I'm.getting rny because if herd and hernia. What are you two getting/got? I'm not finding too many support groups or mentors around here. Our surgeons office has one that meets up twice a month but we missed the first one. Hopefully we'll make the next. Our dr is dr provost in Denton. HI!! Ohh how cool that you are both doing it together. That is a great support right there!! I am having the sleeve done. My Dr. felt that was the best for my situation. I was told that its quit helpful to attend the groups. I will definitaly be going to what my office offers. I hope to have mine done in mid/late June to early July. I have alot of kid activity going on. End of school year stuff and one graduating high school. I actually almost feel bad because I just bought Hawaiian falls passes and the kids are SO excited to go ALL the time. I am hoping that maybe on the second week of recovery I can at least go a veg in the shade. Good luck and keep in touch!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
itsmekarenlee 129 Posted May 12, 2014 Maybe this will encourage you..... the coach on my daughter's volleyball team just had it done last Monday. I couldn't even tell he had surgery on Saturday. His wife had it too but it was fine on Wednesday and a revision from Lap band to sleeve and I could tell she had something done with her abdomen but didn't know what. I found out after the game. Everyone is different though. Determination plays a role too. Get up and walk as much as you can and you'll heal faster imo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Seeking~Clarity 5 Posted May 12, 2014 Maybe this will encourage you..... the coach on my daughter's volleyball team just had it done last Monday. I couldn't even tell he had surgery on Saturday. His wife had it too but it was fine on Wednesday and a revision from Lap band to sleeve and I could tell she had something done with her abdomen but didn't know what. I found out after the game. Everyone is different though. Determination plays a role too. Get up and walk as much as you can and you'll heal faster imo. OH THAT is wonderful to hear. I want to start with Water aerobics too,so hoping incisions heal quick so I can get in water. Thanks!! 1 itsmekarenlee reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
