Hadar Spivak M.D. Bariatrics Bariatric Center

Dr.Spivak performed my surgery in May of 2005 and was awesome! He is always very kind and positive, always having a smile on his face. His office staff is always friendly and helpful. I could not have picked a better surgeon to do my surgery! I have lost over 70 pounds and still feel I can come see him with any questions or concerns I may have.

I can not say enough great things about Dr. Spivak he gave me my life back. This journey has been an unforgetable experience that I would do all over again in a heart beat! Thank you Dr. Spivak and staff for all of your support!

Just found out Dr. S has moved back to Isreal and is no longer practicing in Houston. Houston just lost one of the best bariatric surgeons anywhere. I have nothing but good things to say about him and his staff.

I went to Dr. Spivak because that's who banded both of my parents and I went to his seminar 100% sure I was going to be banded as well. That all changed as soon as this brilliant Doctor started talking about the gastric sleeve. He presents all your options out there on the table, is realistic about what you can expect and he let's you make the decision about what is right for you. Brenda in his office is the best thing since sliced bread! I've called her with the craziest pre-surgery questions or questions regarding things I have read on the boards...she always tells me what's what and does so in a respectful manner and she always has time for me. What an awesome person! She's a true patient advocate and Dr. Spivak has found gold by having her. I will update more on my after-surgery experience but right now I couldn't ask for anything better.

I first met Dr. Spivak at his Saturday seminar. He was very thorough and did not hide anything about the surgery. After my surgery i was rushed back to the OR because I had a blood vessel in my stomach burst. I was throwing up blood thru my mouth and nose. Dr. Spivak was there for me. He did not leave my side.He came and saw me at least twice per day and was very positive about my recovery. His staff has been very nice and helpful as well.

First I must state that Dr. Spivak did my LapBand surgery and I have had better than expected results. I researched several surgeons in the Houston area, attended several seminars and consultations with different surgeons and also read all the reviews on the different message board about WLS surgeons. I was most impressed with Dr. Spivak's experience and the number of WLS he has perfomed. I chose to go with experience, especially after my consultation which left me feeling that the Dr. Spivak and his staff really cared about my success and are accessible when I need them. I called so many times with questions after my surgery and I always received an answer immediately.

I have had several adjustments, because I wanted this lap band tool to work. I certainly didn't want to have the surgery and then just cheat or refuse to come in to maintain this band. The adjustments have been appropriate, and I continue to adjust as needed to maintain my weight goal.

I am very please with my choice in both having the surgery and the surgeon.

I have always had a positive experience during office visits both before and after surgery. The staff and office manger, Brenda, are absolutely wonderful, and most helpful. Rachel has been most helpful and always encouraging.

If you have any doubts, I highly recommend Dr. Spivak.

Umm, nothing negative I could say. This was the best decison I made.

Dr. Spivak and his office staff are really great! It has been 3 years since my lapband surgery, I have reached my goal and am now maintaining. I have only had good positive experiences with Dr. Spivak and staff. I have able to have adjustments as needed. I highly recommend Dr. Spivak to anyone considering WLS.

Dr. Spivak was wonderful.rnStill wonderful.rnGreat.rnHe a great Doctor.rnHe put alot of emphasis on after care.rnYes his after care is quick and easy.rnYes he explained everthing about the risk.rnHe is a Wonderful Docter.rnAll of them.

My first impression was that he was quick to the point and I liked that and that impression has not changed over the last 9 years since my lap band surgery. His office and staff is the absoulte best. I have never had to wait in the waiting room and it is always in and out. I have had only one complication and Dr Spivak was at my beckoned call. I went back in for gall bladder removal and he was just as good the second time around. He always shows an interest in me and my well being taking time to listen to any concern I may have. On a scale of one to 10 he is at the top and his mannerisms are great. I would like to say something negetive but there has not been anything negetive for me. My goal was to have this surgery in an attempt to curtail my appetite. I never wanted to diet and never have. I lost 40 lbs without trying and then have slowly lost another 50 for a total of 90. No dieting and can eat anything. I stay away from breads and eat other things slowly. I have found the best form of dieting is an exercise regiment on a schedule.

I chose Dr. Spivak after seeing results on a bypass and band patients. I'm glad I chose him. He is wonderful. The only regret I have is not chosing to do my bypass surgery sooner. I will tell you that you will not a better Doctor or staff than right here. They treat you with respect and encouragement. If you are thinking of weight surgery don't hesitate. Dr. Spivak will take very good care of you before and after surgery. I have no regrets on what I chose.

He was very approachablernIn addition to being approachable, he is extremely knowledgablernHis staff are professional and nicernI like everything about Dr. Spivak. He and his staff came in to his office twice on a weekend to give me an unfill.rnHe informed me of the support group and has lterature in his office. I would rate him a 10.