Depression is a very serious issue, one that should not be taken lightly. A 10 minute conversation with a doctor seems a bit hasty to me as well. I agree with Aimee that you see a Psychologist. Psychiatrists are pill pushers as well. They look at physical symptoms more than emotional situations. There may be an underlying reason for your depression that has nothing to do with your medical problems, not that it isn’t the reason.

Good luck and let us know how things are going.

p.s. there are a lot of anti-depressants on the market today. Research them well before you take any of them.