I can't find anyone to do a Psych Eval!

I am using Dr. Greenbaum for my surgery.  I have all my testing done EXCEPT my Eval.  I can't find ANYONE who will do one.  The list he gave me to call won't return my phone calls and I've looked online and called tons of PH.D.'s and L.C.S.W. AND M.S.W.'s

I'm beyond frustrated.  This is the ONLY thing standing in my way.  Does anyone have anyone they could suggest?  I live in the Willingboro/Burlington area.

I only know of ones that work out of Bergen County.... if traveling is not an issue I can help.  I'm a bariatric surgery coordinator.
What insurance do you have?
Did you call Dr. Greenbaum's office for help?  Usually the staff at the surgeon's offices can help guide you on where to go.

Take care and good luck!
Jan

Unless you have a particular history that dictates a Psychiatrist, a Psychologist will be accepted (watch the wording when looking)

I suggest contacting Michael L. Sakowitz, Ph.D. is a psychologist (NJ 35SI00148700) and member of Obesity Help's Mental Health Board. He has a few NJ locations. No matter where you are, I highly recommended going. 
 

In another post, someone recommended Dr Erika January - her office is in the medical arts building at Overlook Hospital in Summit.  Her phone number is 908-522-5794.

 

Another person to research would be Doctor Anthony Papciak

 

Here are more possible Doctors:

 

Psychiatrists    http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/NJ/a,list/type,35/

Psychologists http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/NJ/a,list/type,2/

 

I had called the surgeons office but TIna the coordinator was out and I'm super anxious to get the ball rolling. 

But as irony would have it I just recieved calls back from almost everyone I left messages with.  LOL  Now I have an appointment with Dr. Sanders for the 11th :)  

Thanks so much everyone!

I love these boards, theres never a shortage of help.  I can't wait until I can help someone too one day :)

CONGRATS on being able to see someone.

And just posting what you did has help more people then you can imagine!!

HI-
Im also in southern NJ, I'm going to Dr. Goldstein...but like you...how to find someone for the eval??  can you email me Dr. Sanders number, or tell me where he/she is located??

 

thanks!

 

 

Joianne,

it's not like the test is a written one you need to study for ;D. What they really are looking for is to see if you truly understand what you're in for, what you can and cannot expect from the tool, and WHY you're doing this - then you'll be ok.

If your 800 pounds and expect to be 100 pounds within 1 year so you can be a swim suit model and still be able to eat cookies and cake .. then, yeah you're probably fail. But if you're 300 pounds and want to lose at least 80 pounds just to be off your meds, and you don't care it takes 5 years and know it will take diet and excercise then you'll pass. Understand ?!?!?!? I hope I explained myself.

I know you'll pass and do well. Just be positive.

He is actually on the list that the practice gives out.  Here's his info.  He seems really nice.  He is located in Cherry Hill which is abou a half hour drive for me but worth it.  Almost noone takes my insurance (Familycare-United Health (former Americhoice)) so I have to pay cash for this.  He charges $150.00  Let him know I sent you :)

George Sanders PH.D. 856-424-6312

Thank you!  I did end up (after several hours yesterday) finding someone in marlton who takes my insurance.  I go on thursday!  i'll let you know my thoughts when i get done...

betsey

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