ARE YOU A CANDIDATE FOR BARIATRIC SURGERY?
Let us help you take the next step.
Bariatric surgery is a life-changing decision. Ensure you're truly ready with Monarch Counseling. As your Northern Colorado partner, we offer independent psychological evaluations to make sure you are fully prepared, confirm your readiness, and give your surgery the best foundation for long-term success.
Bariatric Surgery Readiness Assessments at Monarch
Monarch can help you gain the confidence you need to take the next step in your health journey.
The decision to have weight loss surgery is noe one to be taken lightly. Many surgeons require potential surgical candidates to undergo a psychological readiness examination whereby an independent examiner will assess your capacity to make significant and lasting lifestyle changes.
This is what freedom feels like
are you ready for it?
Why Do I Need An Assessment Before Surgery?
A bariatric readiness evaluation is a psychological assessment conducted before bariatric surgery to determine if a person is mentally and emotionally prepared for the procedure and its required lifestyle changes. It is a proactive step to ensure that individuals are understand all the physical and emotional changes associated with bariatric surgery.
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Assess Psychological Preparedness
Bariatric surgery involves significant and lasting changes to eating habits, lifestyle, and body image. The evaluation aims to ensure individuals understand and can adapt to these changes.
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Identify and Evaluate Coping Mechanisms
Bariatric surgery psychological readiness evaluation assesses an individual's ability to handle stress, manage emotions, and cope with the challenges of post-surgical life.
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Identify Significant Mental Health Concerns
An evaluation helps identify any underlying mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, or eating disorders, that could affect surgical outcomes or post-operative adjustment.
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Ensure Realistic Expectations Understanding
A readiness assessment helps confirm that individuals have a clear understanding of the surgery, its potential risks and benefits, and the necessary long-term commitment.
What does a Bariatric Readiness Assessment Involve?
Clinical Interview
Discussions about eating habits, weight history, mental health, and motivations for surgery.
Thorough Psychological Testing
Standardized questionnaires to assess mood, personality, and eating behaviors.
Evaluation of Support Systems
Assessment of the individual's social support network.
Why Is a Bariatric Readiness Assessment Important?
A bariatric readiness evaluation is vital because it ensures you're mentally and emotionally equipped for the significant life changes ahead, leading to a higher chance of successful, long-term results.
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Improved Surgical Outcomes
Addressing psychological factors can increase the likelihood of successful weight loss and long-term health improvements.
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Better Post-Operative Adjustment
Addressing psychological factors can increase the likelihood of successful weight loss and long-term health improvements.
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Reduced Risk of Complication
Identifying and managing mental health conditions can minimize the risk of post-operative complications.