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Howard Harris, M.D.
Texas Orthopedic Specialists
Orthopedics, General Surgery, Sports Medicine: Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Arthritis, and Arthroscopic Surgery
Bedford, TX
Most recent review: 1 week ago
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4.9
625 Ratings
231 Comments
Dr. Howard W. Harris is board-certified with the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and Subspecialty Board-certified in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. His practice and expertise focus on shoulder pain and treatment, as well as sports-related injuries, dysfunction, and arthritis of the shoulder.
4.9
625 Ratings
231 Comments
Dr. Howard W. Harris is board-certified with the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and Subspecialty Board-certified in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. His practice and expertise focus on shoulder pain and treatment, as well as sports-related injuries, dysfunction, and arthritis of the shoulder.
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Dr. Howard W. Harris is a highly regarded expert in shoulder repair and reconstruction. Whether you are suffering from shoulder arthritis, pain, and instability, sports injury, or fracture, his training and experience can get you back to the activities you love.
Dr. Harris was born and raised in North Texas. He received his undergraduate degree from Southern Methodist University and then attended medical school at UT Southwestern Medical Center. From there, he completed an orthopedic surgery internship and residency at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Harris obtained additional fellowship training at the internationally renowned American Sports Medicine Institute with Dr. James Andrews and Dr. William Clancy, as well as an orthopedic trauma fellowship in Hanover, Germany.
Dr. Harris is board-certified with the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons and Subspecialty Board-certified in Orthopedic Sports Medicine. He is licensed in the state of Texas and is a diplomat of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, a Candidate Member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Association, and a member of the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Orthopedic Trauma Association. His practice and expertise focus on shoulder pain and treatment, as well as sports-related injuries, dysfunction, and arthritis of the shoulder.
Dr. Harris is actively involved with the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Arthritis Foundation, and many school outreach programs. He serves as the team physician for Euless Trinity High School and Faith Christian School.
Specialty:
Specializing in Shoulder Injuries, Shoulder Arthritis, Arthroscopic Surgery, and Sports Medicine
Training:
Orthopaedic Surgery Sports Medicine Fellowship
- American Sports Medicine Institute – Birmingham, AL
Orthopedic Surgery Residency
- University of Alabama at Birmingham Medical Center
Medical School
- UT Southwestern Medical Center – Dallas, TX
Undergraduate
- Southern Methodist University – Dallas, TX
Certifications:
Board-Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons
Sub-Specialty Board Certified in Orthopedic Sports Medicine
Memberships:
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Candidate Member, American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons Association
American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine
American Sports Medicine Fellowship Society
American College of Sports Medicine
AO Alumni Association
Orthopaedic Trauma Association
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Courteous, thorough, on time, cares!
Found Dr. Harris to be very pleasant and very informative. He did an excellent job discussing my fracture and how to care for it.
Dr. Harris knows his stuff. We like that he gets right to the issue to fix it.
Dr Harris was the name that came up every time I asked who is the best shoulder surgeon. Several friends have had great out comes with Dr. Harris.
Great doc. Great communicator.
Dr. Harris and staff were very prompt, efficient and kind. Once again, we are pleased with his professional service.
Very pleased
Very up front about my problem and what he thought the best course of action should be. I will keep him informed about progress with some PT.
Dr. Harris was very professional and helped with my shoulder pain. He listened and was very caring.
Very personablr