Hadar Spivak M.D. Bariatrics Bariatric Center

My experience with Dr Spivak and his team has been nothing but positive. From the moment I entered into the office for my consulation to today(9 months post lap-band) I have felt comfortable and confident I made the correct decision to pursue bariatric surgery and in having selected Dr. Spivak complete my procedure. I have recommended him to my friends and will continue to recommend him to anyone who asks.

Great wellness program organized and led by Wanda Chase. She's great! Very helpful...The staff is very helpful. Ask questions always.

Dr. Spivak and his staff are very professional from the first initial visit, the surgery date, and post surgery visits. Dr. Spivak and his staff are very interested in my well being both mentally and physically. I would highly recommend Dr. Spivak if you are considering a weight loss surgery. My decision to use him and have the lap band surgery has changed my life completely. I regained the confidence and energy I once had in my young years when I did not have a weight issue. Thank you and your team--Dr. Spivak.

Dr Spivak has been wonderful, before, during and after surgery. I recommend the lap band surgery highly.

I have the best Lap-Band doctor in the world, Dr. Hadar Spivak. Dr. Spivak provides the perfect combination of caring treatment and professional medicine. Before I got the Lap-Band, I had consultations with both Dr. Spivak and Dr. Speigle. Although both seemed very capable, there was something about Dr. Spivak that made me know he was the right one. Every aspect of his doctor/patient relationship has been a wonderful experience for me. This includes relating to him as a person and also all those in his office. The doctor who delivered my daughter was great but her office staff was terrible. Dr. Spivak’s office staff is professional, kind, and understanding. I never hesitate to call and talk with them about anything. rnrnWith Dr. Spivak, I have lost 95 pounds and no longer have to take my high blood pressure medicine or my diabetes medicine. I am able to be much more active and participate fully in the joy of raising my 4 year old!rnrnI think it takes a very special person to effectively treat the physical and emotional issues of bariatric patients. Dr. Spivak is very, very special.rnrnTonya Kenedarn

I had my surgey 4 years ago. I came to see Dr.Spivak recently, and he and his staff was the same great people as they were from the beginning. They answered all of my questions and concerns, told me about the Wellness Program and since I live out of state gave me the directors card and said they have a Yahoo Communication group to help those that can not come to the program regularly or live out too far which was awesome. I lost 90 pounds with my lap-Band and I am so glad. I have struggled with my weight all of my life because food is my addiction. My only regret is I wish I would have gotten the Lap-Band earlier in my life.

I cannot say enough about Dr Spivak. He did not rush me at all when me and my husband went to go visit him. He cared about me as a patient. He is so caring. The staff is great. And the support group is great to. I am so blessed to have found such a great place to go rnfor my surgery. And the support after your surgery is so great to. I was banded on April 3rd. I have lost 63 pounds to date. The support group is great to. It will help you with everything on questions and also to have that support that you need. I consider everyone there a friend. Stacey

As some of you may know I am the Director of Dr.Spivaks Wellness Program held every First and Third Tuesdays there at his office. I just wanted to give you an update and invite all of you who has never been to the program to please come out and let our newly banded family hear your stories. OR, if you have had the lap band and are at a plateau, come out and let our encouragement and knowledge help you get back on track. We have had lots of people who have lad the surgery in the past and was at a stand still, they came to the meeting once and are now losing weight again, we see them at every meeting now.I am so proud of ALL of our attendees!!rnrn I too, am one of Dr.Spivaks many satisfied patients as well. What made me choose Dr.Spivak out of the other 4 doctors I visited (since I was cash pay)?? His experience, his kind heart, the ability to make you feel at ease and one of the most important things ...hope... he gave me hope...something that none of the other doctors gave me. I was at the lowest point of my life at 330 pounds and in extremely poor health. With the creators of the lap band, Dr.Spivak and my hard work and determination, I have lost a total of 165 pounds. I have went from a very unhealthy size 28 to a very strong healthy size 6. No, I am not skinny or thin, my bone structure will not allow this and plus everyone is different, but I am extremely happy with my results in losing 11 sizes!! rnrnI have not had any complications with my band. I have been very compliant with the rules Dr. Spivak has put for everyone.I feel since he was the first doctor in Texas to preform the band and has basicly trained all the other doctors, what better doctor to go to, as well as his knowledge is MY power to succeed! rnrnSince my weight loss, I have had so many opportunitiespass my way.I went to the greatest Plastic Surgeon in Houston, Dr.Lior Heller, I had a breast lift and augmentation as well as a small tummy tuck. I have been on the TV Show called Modern Beauty, I have made a commercial for On-Q. And I am part of one of the largest modeling companies, this is just to mention a few.The life I have now, was not even in my wildest of dreams. It has helped my self esteme and self confidence.rnrn Now, my goal is share my story, to let people know there is \"Hope\", there is a way out and it does work. To educate about obesity and the underlying causes, its effects on us mentally, physically and emotionally as well as its effects on our loved ones. There are so many people out there so quick to judge someone on their size and looks, with out even knowing the \"cause\". In my case, I was robbed and beaten for 12.00,I had 2 back surgeries and a knee surgery, this 3 1/2 year ordeal made the weight pack on. But to other I was lazy, they would say \"Just push away from the table\", well, that did not do anything but make the depression worse.rnrnIn closing, I would just like to state, Dr.Spivak, his entire office staff, the Wellness Program is a great combination. I wish every one the very best of success and I hope to meet you all at the Wellness Program. rnrn'WE ALL WALK WITH THE BAND FOR A NEW QUALITY OF LIFE\"rnrnSincerely,rnWanda ChasernBanded:5.19.2005 at 330 poundsrnTotal Weight Loss: 165

Dr. Spivak is very professional and seems to care a great deal in finding the best way to help his patients. After my surgery though, I have not seen him, only his staff. I love his staff though. Very caring and willing to take the time to answer any questions. When I had my surgery, Dr. Spivak did not have a great aftercare program. Since then it looks like he has put a little more focus on that which makes me wish I had waited just a little longer before getting the surgery. I can recommend Dr. Spivak but I would strongly encourage anyone to really look at the aftercare of any doctor since really that is the most important aspect of the surgery. Anyone can put a lapband in...it's the follow up that will either make you successful or not.

He was great. Very kind and concerned. Very thorough with pre-op testing.