Bariatric Surgery Evaluations

Dr. Warning-Probst conducts psychological assessments for adolescents who want to undergo bariatric surgery.

The evaluation process is individually based but, generally includes:

  1. Interview in which you meet with Dr. Warning-Probst to discuss your concerns and your child’s background history.

  2. Contact with your child’s teachers and care providers (e.g., pediatrician, therapist, etc.).

  3. Testing session where Dr. Warning-Probst administers standardized measures related to weight loss, personality, intellectual functioning, and emotional well being. There is normally one testing session for a total of 2-3 hours.

  4. Feedback session in which you meet with Dr. Warning-Probst to go over results from the evaluation as well as appropriate recommendations.

  5. Written report will be provided to you within 2-3 weeks following the feedback session.