About Dr. Ryan Marek
Focus areas
Bariatric Pre-Surgical Psychological Assessment
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Identity
Gender
MaleSexuality
StraightEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Dr. Ryan Marek
Please note: we cannot accept Magellan insurance plans.
Dr. Marek is one of the leading experts in pre-surgical psychological evaluations. He is the author of *Psychological Assessment of Surgical Candidates: Evidence-Based Procedures and Practices* and actively contributes to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, advancing training and science related to bariatric surgery. In addition to pre-surgical evaluations, his clinical training has focused on assessing the intersections of medical, psychological, and social factors to help individuals in medical settings achieve successful outcomes. Trained by some of the leading experts in psychological assessment, he is also skilled in conducting disability/worker's compensation evaluations, pre-employment screening, and general psychodiagnostic assessments.
Dr. Marek earned his PhD and Master's in Clinical Psychology from Kent State University and holds a Bachelor's degree from John Carroll University. His research program centers on understanding how psychological factors influence medical outcomes. He has published over 60 peer-reviewed articles, primarily on pre-surgical psychological evaluations and their predictive value for various outcomes. Dr. Marek applies his research to help patients manage risk factors before and after surgery to promote positive results. He has a particular interest in psychological assessment and extensively uses and studies the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory (MMPI) in both research and clinical practice. Recognized by several national organizations, he has received early-career research awards for his contributions to pre-surgical psychological evaluations. Currently, he is a Principal Investigator on innovative psychological interventions for Type 2 Diabetes and serves as an Associate Editor for the journals *Psychological Assessment* and *Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases.*
What should a new client know about working with you?
I enjoy helping getting my clients ready for their surgery! Often times, my clients have never seen a psychologist before and tend to share how easy and enjoyable it was to work with me. I am kind, empathetic, and want to help you get to where you get cleared for surgery! I am in-network with various insurances and can also accept credit cards for cash pay.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our sessions usually include meeting via tele-health for 1 hour where we chat about your history and your current functioning. I then conduct about 1-2 hours of psych testing (non-neuro). I typically have a report ready for your surgeon within 24 hours.
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In-network insurances
Dr. Ryan Marek has +26 in-network plans.
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $500 for 120 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
I accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, PPO plans. If your insurance is connected to a BCBS Magellan plan, unfortunately I cannot accept that insurance at this time.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Kent State University, PhD in Clinical Psychology
- Kent State University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
- John Carroll University (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association
- American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery
Awards and publications
- Marek, R.J., Ben-Porath, Y.S., Panigrahi, E., & Pona, A.A. (in press). Further Evidence Regarding the Convergent and Discriminant Validity of Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-3 (MMPI-3) Scores in the Presurgical Psychological Evaluation of Patients Seeking Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.soard.2024.01.006
- Pona, A., Marek, R.J., Panigrahi, E., & Ben-Porath, Y.S. (2023). Examination of the Reliability and Validity of the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-3 (MMPI-3) in a Preoperative Bariatric Surgery Sample. Journal of Clinical Psychology in Medical Settings, 30(3), 673-686. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10880-022-09908-2
- Marek, R.J., Ben-Porath, Y.S., & Heinberg, L.J. (in press). Six-Year Postoperative Associations Between the Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory – 3 (MMPI-3) and Weight Recurrence, Eating Behaviors, Adherence, Alcohol, Misuse, and Quality of Life. Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.soard.2023.12.008
NPI number
1235721739
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What languages does Dr. Ryan Marek speak?
Dr. Ryan Marek speaks English.