How much weight

Does the psych eval hold on the surgery process?  I had mine yesterday, and although I dont have any major issues, I a little concerned.  I had a brain injury 5 years ago, and so im a little slow, and have some trouble learning, and remembering.  The dr yesterday kept saying how important is was to learn the diet, and to remember to do certain things.  He said I had a low IQ, and was concerned how I would be able to handle eating.  Can you be too dumb to have surgery?

Some surgeries are easier to live with than others, I think.
I can't see which type of surgery you are working towards, but there is a very real difference between RNY, VSG, Lap-Band and DS as far as post surgical eating (and supplementing) goes.
For me (DS), the most difficult thing is remembering to get all my supplements in every day.
The rest is a piece of cake (pun intended).  Protein and fatsfirst, then complex carbs, then simple carbs (plus water throughout the day)
I don't think that anyone who is capable of jumping through all the hoops that insurance companies require would be too dumb for surgery, but you do need to be very aware of what the post operative nutritional requirements are, and stick with them.
If you haven't heard of the DS, I suggest you visit the Duodenal Switch Forum for some information.
Hope you are successful in your endeavors.....

I can't imagine that this would prevent you from having surgery.  If your doctor can provide a list of foods that are good for you and that you should focus on eating, and can provide instructions on what vitamins to take and how often, I would think that you would still be be able to follow the
required post-op diet.  Perhpas if your doctor or the psychologist are truly concerned you could suggest having lists to follow as a way fro you to be sure you know what you can and cannot eat...

As the previous poster pointed out, depending on which surgery you  have the number and type of rules are different (there are more food-related rules for RNY, and more vitamin rules for DS).  If you have the band, it has the fewest rules (but requires the "fills" and the weight comes off much more slowly).

Lora

Not to sound like a smarty pants, but how did you know you had an appt with the psych? Or remember to bring your insurance card? etc!  It's because you have adapted. Just because you have had a brain injury doesn't mean you will not be able to function for this or any other change in your life. You might have to make more notes, keep a separate organizer for just your surgery/meds/vitamins/appts, but you will be able to do it. And if the psych you went to yesterday can't understand that, find one that will. Also, physical/occupational therapy visited me post-surg in my hospital room. You should be able to work with them even after going home.

You'll be fine, just fight for what you want and don't give up!  Good luck!