Weight loss surgery not only causes many changes in the body, but the mind as well. A person's mental health is just as important as their physical well being. To achieve optimal health, one must take a proactive to improve his or her lifestyle. Although most patients will experience mood improvements after weight-loss surgery, some will become depressed due to food withdrawal that they experience from a reduction of their favorite foods.
The bariatric surgery psychologist can help educate and prepare both you and your family for the changes that accompany weight loss, and assist you in following the post-operative guidelines. Remember, once you are in the bariatric surgery program, you and the specialists form a team with the purpose of achieving your sustained weight loss, improvement or resolution of serious medical conditions and increase the quality of your life. Because morbid obesity is a chronic disease, frequent and long term contact with your surgeon and regular follow-up visits are very important for a good outcome. The goal is to live better, healthier and longer.
Dr. Carmencita Lanez Dr. Carmencita Lanez is a psychiatrist, who has vast experience in pre-op evaluation for bariatric patients and psychological clearances. Dr. Carmencita Lanez has been working with Mehta Bariatric Center for 2 years. She is very accommodating with scheduling last minute visits and is very reputable in the medical community.
Dr. Carmencita Lanez
162 Main St.
Metuchen, NJ 08840
Phone: (732) 205-1610
FAX: (732) 205-1621 |
