Hadar Spivak Bariatric Surgeon M.D.

First impression was great. Went over exactly what the surgery would entail. Staff was very friendly. Had another surgeon at first, but was not willing to work with me on getting insurance approval. Dr. Spivak's office worked with me very easily. I would not hesitate to recommend him and his staff.

Dr. Spivak and his team were FANTASTIC during the whole process of getting Approved for surgery and were very Helpful after Surgery as well. rnrnI highly recommend Dr. Spivak to anyone looking for a WLS Surgeon.

I was so impressed with Dr. Spivak. He and his staff took time with me and didn't make me feel like I was being pushed into doing this. It's been almost 6 months since my surgery and I feel wonderful. I have lost about 45 lbs. People always stop me and they can't believe I have lost so much. I just smile and say call Dr. Spivak in Houston. I have three children and thanks to him I will be here for years to watch them mature and maybe see grandkids one day. Thanks, Dr. Spivak. I love ya'll.

Dr. Spivak and his staff are wonderful. No matter how many times I called them, they always seemed to have time for me as if I was their only patient. My first impression of Dr. Spivak was great. He answered all my questions in terms that I could understand. His surgical competence and bedside manner was great. He made me feel comfortable about my decision to have the RNY surgery. In fact, I have recommended him to my Mother and Aunt who will have their surgeries early next year.

Well, what can I say about this GOD SEND OF A GUY............He's the best there is, he really cares about his paitents.........Then there is his staff..........MAN, they answered every question I had, no matter how many times I called........heheheheh..........I would also like to say thanks to the staff at Park Plaza Hospital in Houston................

First impression was Dr. Spivak is very professional and successful. Over time I became more and more convinced he is one of the top bariactric surgeons in the country. His staffs kind, informative and very helpful. I disliked nothing and Spivak or his staff. Aftercare is everthing it needs to be from them and is structured. Spivak very clearly told me a few times the risk of the surgery. Overall If your considering surgery Dr. Spivak shopuld be at the top of your list. He is very kind andvery experienced. I paid cash and had been saving for it and he even gave me a discount of of his personal fees to help me get the surgery. He really cares!

My first impression of Dr Spivak was that he was soft spoken, but very caring and intelligent. He's a terrific Dr and knows all there is to know about the band. I was impressed with the fact that he does more bands than bypass's and that his speciality and training are in Lap surgery's. In addition everyone in his office is just as caring and helpful as he is. Anytime I call with a question I can get a quick answer-which is so nice.rnrnI can't say enough good things about him, or his practice. He does have several seminars weekly that are free and has also begun seeing paitients after the seminar for the inital consultation. HIs seminar is very throughouh and he makes a point not to steer his paitients towards one proceedure or another, letting them make the choice.rnrnI've heard about a lot of very skilled and wonderful surgeons who are lacking in bedside manner, but he certainly is not the case. He's highly skilled and trainined in both current porcedures as well as the ones not done anymore and his is very warm and caring bedside.rnrnThe only thing lacking that I can think of is that I would benefit from a more structed diet after surgery. Now it may be becuase my insurance is rare in that it requires no counseling, nutiritonal consultations etc, I'm not sure. He does provide a list of foods and at which point you can have them, but I did have to call the office to get a little more guideance myself. Which really isn't a problem, its available, you just have to ask for it.

I can not say enough about Dr Spivak and his team - What a great group of health professionals. rnBecause I was from many miles away, I arrived for my first consultation early and had the opportunity to meet many patients of Dr. Spivak - both the RNY and Lap Band. To me talking to them was the best advertising anyone can do - 100% of them were happy with the surgery and the surgeon! rnrnSince my surgery, the care and concern have been especially good and I am now an advocate here in my hometown for Lap Band procedures.rnrnMany thanks for the caring and courteous services.

What was your first impression of him/her? rnHe seemed kind and sincere.rnrnHow did your impression change over time? rnHe is cares about his patientsrnrnHow would you describe his/her office staff? rnSo kind and possitivernrnWhat did you like least about him/her? rnCan't complainrnrnWhat should future patients know about him/her? rnYou're in the best hands!rnrnHow much does he/she emphasize aftercare?rnVery much! He know's what he is telling you.rn rnHow did he/she address the risks of surgery?rnPlain and simplern rnHow would you rate him/her overall? rnAn A+rn

I liked Dr. Spivak immediately. Although I knew he had said the same thing a million times to other patients, I did not feel rushed or inconsequential. The pros and and cons of the procedure were clearly explained. I left the initial consultation feeling armed with enough information to make a clear decision.

A few days after surgery I had a question about my blood pressure medicine. I called his answering service and he responded right away. I was impressed!!

The office staff was just as kind and extremely informative. I have called the office with questions and anyone there seems to be trained well enough to be of assistance.

I would certainly recommend Dr. Spivak to others. My experience has been quite favorable.