Many surgical procedures require a psychological evaluation before moving forward — not as a barrier, but a tool to ensure you are fully prepared for the changes ahead and set up for the best possible outcome.
At Nuvera Mind, we conduct thorough, respectful presurgical evaluations that meet the requirements of your surgical team while keeping your experience at the center.
Book an AssessmentBariatric Surgery Evaluation
Bariatric surgery is one of the most effective long-term interventions for obesity-related health conditions — and psychological readiness is a key factor in long-term success. Most bariatric programs require a presurgical psychological evaluation to assess a patient's understanding of the procedure, readiness for lifestyle change, and any psychological factors that may benefit from support before or after surgery.
Our bariatric evaluations are thorough and supportive, not gatekeeping. Our goal is to help you understand what lies ahead and ensure your surgical team has the information they need to support you well.
The evaluation typically includes:
- Clinical interview covering your history with weight, dieting, and prior treatments
- Review of eating behaviors, body image, and relationship with food
- Assessment of mood, mental health history, and current psychological functioning
- Evaluation of motivation, expectations, and understanding of the procedure
- Screening for conditions that may benefit from pre- or post-surgical support
- A written report delivered to your surgical team
Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) Evaluation
Spinal cord stimulator implantation is an evidence-based intervention for chronic pain, and psychological evaluation is a standard part of the implantation process. Research consistently shows that psychological factors — including mood, coping style, and expectations — play a significant role in SCS outcomes, making a thorough presurgical evaluation an important part of your care.
Our SCS evaluations assess psychological readiness, identify factors that may influence outcomes, and provide your pain management or neurosurgery team with a clear, actionable report.
The evaluation typically includes:
- Comprehensive clinical interview and pain history
- Assessment of mood, anxiety, and psychological functioning
- Evaluation of coping strategies and pain catastrophizing
- Review of substance use history and current use
- Assessment of expectations and understanding of the procedure
- A written report delivered to your referring provider
Organ Transplant Evaluation
Organ transplantation requires a lifelong commitment to medical adherence, lifestyle management, and follow-up care. Transplant programs require a psychological evaluation to assess a candidate's readiness, support system, understanding of the process, and any psychological or behavioral factors relevant to transplant candidacy and long-term success.
We conduct these evaluations with sensitivity to the weight of this moment in a patient's life, while providing the comprehensive assessment your transplant team needs.
The evaluation typically includes:
- Detailed clinical interview and psychosocial history
- Assessment of understanding of the transplant process and post-transplant requirements
- Evaluation of psychiatric and psychological history and current functioning
- Review of substance use history and sobriety (where applicable)
- Assessment of social support, coping, and adherence history
- Screening for cognitive concerns that may affect post-transplant self-management
- A written report delivered to the transplant team per program requirements
What to Expect
Presurgical evaluations at Nuvera Mind are typically completed in one to two appointments. Following your evaluation, a written report will be prepared and sent directly to your surgical or referring provider. Turnaround times are designed to avoid delays in your surgical timeline. If your surgical program has specific report requirements or forms, please let us know at the time of scheduling and we will accommodate them.
For Patients
If your surgeon or care team has referred you for a presurgical psychological evaluation, we are here to make the process straightforward. This is not a test you pass or fail — it is a conversation designed to support your care.[Book an Appointment] or contact us with any questions.
For Referring Providers
We welcome referrals from bariatric programs, pain management specialists, transplant teams, and primary care providers. Please visit our Provider Referral page to submit a referral digitally, or contact us directly to discuss a patient's needs.
