going for phyc eval

[Guest Bobbye1948]

I am going on Monday for my phyc evaluation. I really dont know what to expect but I guess I am as ready as I can be.

I was reading about the vertical lap band surgery and was confused. What is the difference between the both of them. Does anyone know? Right now I am calm and ready to get this all started. I went to the seminar and am going to another on the 8th. I have emailed someone there that has used the same dr. and had lap band done in Oct of last year. I will get to talk to her and get some more first hand information. I am really looking forward to having the surgery.

I just feel it is right for me. I want to be healthy and thin. I just cant imagine that I will be able to go into a regular ladies depart ment and find my clothes. I am really getting pumped.

[lynnt1215 1]

hey, bobby.

I kbnow how you feel, i have all final appts this wee and hope all clearances go through, surgery is set for 3/19....with Dr. Gail Wynn in Delaware

I am also looking forward to getting out of the women's clothing section and hit the misses. it has been too long in the 2x size.

Hope all goes well.

[kathystrick 3]

Hi Bobby!

I had my psych eval last week and it was pretty simple really. He just asked me questions about diet and exercise, my support network, and how I am dealing with the emotional things that make me eat in the first place. Not nearly as bad as I expexted. I know some people on here have had to answer extensive questionaires and stuff. Don't be too worried. You'll do fine.

Good luck!

[*susan* 1,709]

The biggest part of the psych. eval is filling out the paperwork before hand. Like Kathy said, they basically want to make sure you have a good support network, you understand what you are committing to and that you are ready, willing and able to make the commitment so it will work for you.

I have gone from a 30 womans and am currently in an 18. I can actually find clothes at stores other than Avenue and Lane Bryant. I have to tell you, it is wonderful.

[Tweety/Pat 1]

My Pych test was just a chat. He wants to know if you are aware of what is done, how it is done, and you have to stand firm. I went in there telling him I have researched it for about 1 yr, and I even said I could give you the operation I know so much he laughed. They ask you if you go into depression, he asked me if I was ever abused and he then asked if I ever thought about suicide. I said laughing if I dont get approved for this operation you will see depression and suicide. laughing he said you have a great personality, I said thank you and he said he would write the letter tomorrow. Just stay confident

[Guest Bobbye1948]

Thanks everyone for giving me a 'heads up' for my evaluation tomorrow. I dont think I am really worried just anxious. I am going to tell them just like it is and hope that will do. I am a pretty positive person so I dont think I will have trouble.

Thanks for all the good wishes.

Bobbye