CALLING ALL TEXANS!! (in the Houston area)

[ArizonaBandit 0]

I think I will be relocating to the League City area. I already have gone on the internet finding information but would like some feedback from someone who lives or has visited the area.

Specifically:

Schools

Crime

Locals

History

Businesses

Proximity to the Bay/Gulf

How "nice" is the area? (ie is it more upscale, middle of the road, or downhill?)

Any information you can give me is greatly appreciated!

and most importantly.... band docs in the area?? accept Mexico patients?

Thanks in advance!!!

[ArizonaBandit 0]

Ummmmm, find it hard to believe no one has been/lived/visited Houston area??? Pearland, Sealy, Etc.

[Lu Ann 0]

I sent you an email, but maybe you didn't get it...? My son is the Asst. Police Chief at League City, and his wife is a school teacher. Very nice upsale city, with lots of shopping, and 30 min, from Galveston Beach. Traffic is hectic as in most larger cities. But, all in all, you will love it.

As far as lap band...I am using Dr. Spivak...www.bandmd.com

He comes highly recommended, and several on the Forum have used him. Very compassionate person, and staff is awesome.

Feel free to ask any questions about the area....

Lu Ann

[ArizonaBandit 0]

Thanks LuAnn!!! I emailed you back! Sorry, I didn't check my email!!

Thanks again, I look forward to chatting with you with my many questions!!!

[alatina 1]

I llive in Houston but not near League City-unsure of the area.Houston is a HUGE city-I live on the NW side near willowbrook mall-takes me over an hour to get to galveston which I hate because I love the beach.Good lUck in your new home.

[txbldhnds 0]

I think you will love League City. It has really grown in the past 15 years from a blue collar suburb of Houston to a town on its own with an upscale image connected to the many marinas there. It still has a small town feel to it but is well-situated in relation to shopping, tourism, recreation, and the world famous medical center (hopefully you will only need it for your fills). It is hot and HUMID! Good thing it is close to the bay and the gulf--great breezes there.

Houston is huge, as mentioned in another reply, but you can get to most everything within 40 minutes from League City unless you hit rush hour.

I live in a neighboring small town, La Porte, where I am a teacher.

Dr. Spivak is, IMO, the best. That being said, I am still waiting for my surgery. I have "shopped around" for several years and he will be doing my surgery this summer.

So c'mon over to Texas, like some of us say, "I wasn't born in Texas, but I got here as soon as I could."

[Lu Ann 0]

"I wasn't born in Texas, but I got here as soon as I could."

Me too! Where men are men, and women are glad of it!

Dr. Spivak is my surgeon too. I am hoping for June 18th...good to meet you.

[Donna Alpers 1]

Well I can't tell you much about League City, but I can say that Dr. Spivak is wonderful. He did my band on June 1st and I love it. I go next week for my first postop visity. I am down about 14 lbs.

[Guest purple1919]

HELLO, I ALSO HAVE AN APPT. SEPT 1 WITH DR. SPIVAK I JUST WENT TO THE SEMINAR A COUPLE OF DAYS AGO, dO YOU KNOW FROM SEPT 1 HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO WAIT FOR SURGERY

[Cyndilou_77536 0]

I also had my banding in TJ Mexico and live in the Houston area. It is my understanding that Dr. Spivak does NOT do fills if your surgery was in Mexico. Is this correct or does anyone know for sure. I am not due for my first fill for another 3 weeks.

Please let us know!...........

[Dena 2]

I had my seminar and consult with Dr. Spivak on Aug. 19th, got my approval from the insurance on Aug. 31st, am having my UGI and blood work done on Sept. 7th and my surgery is scheduled for Sept. 19th!

I loved Dr. Spivak and everyone in his office has been wonderful!!!!

[lctexas 0]

Hello I live in League City also I have a company in League City. I love it here. It is great nice people and I always feel safe. Great schools. Everything that you need is close by. As far as Dr. Goes I went with Dr Spivak. I loved him and his staff. Please email if you are looking for friends in the area. Stacey angelspetboutique@gmail.com:thumbup: