Question:
Can anyone give me the name of a psychiatrist in Northern California?

I need a psych evaluation. The doctor that was recommended by my surgeon 1) cancelled my first appt the day before because of a family emergency and 2) didn't show up for my appt because of a family emergency for which I drove 180 miles and missed a day of work. Since I will not go back to that office, I need another doctor for the evaluation. There is none in my area of Modesto or Merced that will take me for a one day evaluation. Does anyone know of someone in the bay area that will do the evaluation for the gastric by-pass surgery? Please email me for any suggestions [email protected]    — blank first name B. (posted on September 15, 2002)

September 15, 2002
Karen Schanche is a WLS-friendly therapist in San Francisco. In fact, she and I had the same surgeon! However, she had the DS, and I had RNY. She can be reached at (415) 455-4915. I have Blue Cross California PPO, and my insurance paid for 50% of my psych consult. Good luck!
   — Julie K.