Bariatric Evaluations
The decision to pursue weight loss surgery is not an easier process for most. Many healthcare providers and insurance companies require a pre-surgical psychological clearance prior to being approved for weight loss surgery.
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Bariatric surgery is considered to be a major medical procedure that can dramatically change a person's life after surgery. The psychological evaluation seeks to ensure that the individual understands their expectations regarding the surgery and helps to identify psychological readiness for such a procedure.
Medical Evaluations
For individuals who have experienced neuropathic pain and have been unable to obtain relief from their symptoms from traditional means, there are medical and surgical procedures available.
The spinal cord stimulator, is the most commonly known available procedure, but requires a comprehensive psychological pre-surgical evaluation to determine a patient's ability to tolerate the implanted device.