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Why Is a Psychological Evaluation Required Before Gastric Sleeve Surgery?
A psychological evaluation is an important part of the pre-operative assessment for bariatric procedures, including gastric sleeve surgery. While the focus is often on physical readiness, your emotional and psychological well-being is just as crucial for long-term success.
🧠 The Purpose of the Psychological Evaluation
Bariatric surgery is not just a physical transformation — it also requires significant behavioral and emotional adjustments. The psychological evaluation helps determine whether you are mentally and emotionally prepared for the lifestyle changes that follow surgery, such as:
- Adhering to a new diet
- Incorporating regular physical activity
- Managing emotional eating triggers
- Coping with body image changes
- Adapting to social or relationship shifts after weight loss
This evaluation helps ensure you’re not only a good candidate physically — but also mentally and emotionally.
🩺 What the Evaluation Involves
The psychological assessment typically includes:
- A clinical interview with a psychologist or licensed mental health professional
- Review of your mental health history (e.g., anxiety, depression, eating disorders)
- Discussion of current emotional well-being and stressors
- Standardized psychological questionnaires or tests, when applicable
- Exploration of your motivation for surgery and expectations about results
The evaluator may also ask about past weight loss attempts, support systems, and any behaviors that may need to be addressed post-surgery (e.g., binge eating, substance use).
✅ What Happens After the Evaluation?
The mental health professional will provide a written report to your surgical team. This report may include:
- Confirmation of psychological readiness
- Recommendations for pre- or post-op counseling
- Tools to help manage emotional or behavioral challenges
- Strategies for coping with stress, cravings, or setbacks
If any issues are identified, your care team may suggest additional support before surgery to improve your long-term outcomes.
💶 Gastric Sleeve Surgery in Turkey – €3,000 All-Inclusive
At CosmetoCity, we provide gastric sleeve surgery in Antalya and Istanbul for just €3,000. Our team offers comprehensive support — including pre-op psychological assessments, dietary guidance, and lifetime aftercare — to help you succeed.
All-inclusive packages include:
- 🏥 Surgery, anesthesia & hospital stay
- 🧪 Pre-op testing (including psychological evaluation)
- 🏨 Hotel accommodation & private transfers
- 💊 Post-op medication & customized diet plans
- 💬 English-speaking coordinators
- 📞 Lifetime follow-up support
🧘 Final Thoughts
The psychological evaluation is a key part of preparing for gastric sleeve surgery. It helps ensure you're ready for the emotional, behavioral, and physical transformation ahead. With the right mindset, support, and medical team, you can achieve lasting weight loss and a healthier, more confident life.
📞 Want to know more about the pre-op process or what support is included in your package?
Contact CosmetoCity today for your free consultation, and let us walk with you every step of the way — from psychological readiness to lifelong success.