Opinion ID: 772834
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Heading Rank: 5

Heading: Dr. Bielefeld

Text: 39 Psychologist Dr. Marie Bielefeld saw Buxton for a period of years (it is not clear from the record) from at least 1993 through the end of 1994. In response to an inquiry regarding the nature of Buxton's mental impairment/disability, Dr. Bielefeld noted that Buxton's [m]ood is somewhat depressed.... There is somatic preoccupation which is not surprising given the nature of her physical disorders. Dr. Bielefeld further noted that Buxton's intellectual functioning was Normal, except during severe allergic reactions. Dr. Bielefeld noted Buxton's social isolation due to her allergic reactions to chemicals 4 . Dr. Bielefeld opined that At the present time, however, it is my impression that shecould not be placed in a job and maintain it for health reasons stated above. 40 In a letter written to Buxton's employer's disability insurer in 1995, apparently in response to a request for information, Dr. Bielefeld set forth some symptoms that Buxton had apparently relayed to her, and then opined: 41 Ms. Buxton has become depressed over the last few months. She is very discouraged about her medical condition.... Ms. Buxton is not well enough to work at this point. She does not have sufficient stamina and mental alertness to accomplish even a half day of work.... [CFS] and [CSS] are the obstacles to Ms. Buxton being able to perform gainful employment. Except for these medical problems, Ms. Buxton never demonstrated any problems on the job at Stouffer's that would inhibit her from future employment. 42