Why Psychological Assessments Are Needed Before a Major Surgery
Understanding Medical Assessments |
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“The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease.” – William Osler
Psychological testing helps physicians predict how a patient may respond to a procedure and what challenges may arise. Typical medical patients that benefit from psychological screening and guidance are those dealing with:
For major operations, including plastic surgery, the assessment also accomplishes bringing awareness to the patient of the psychological risks that can arise following such a surgery. If such a problem occurs, the patient can receive the necessary recommendations, or treatment, to get the help that they may need. If you are in need of a medical assessment before receiving a surgical event, please contact me today.
Psychological Assessment of the Patient Undergoing Bariatric SurgeryUnlike traditional diets for which risks are low and discontinuation can occur at any time, bariatric surgery has inherent risks and requires highly restrictive, long-term behavioral changes afterward. Therefore, these patients typically are required to complete a thorough evaluation, including psychological assessment, to determine their appropriateness for surgery. Continue reading this article.
Spine Surgery & Preoperative Psychological AssessmentsFew spine surgeons appear to follow guideline recommendations for routine psychological screenings of patients before major back surgery. Efforts are needed to better recognize and appreciate how psychological factors and mental health can impact the success of these procedures. Continue reading this article.
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