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James Harris, M.D.
Azalea Orthopedics
Orthopedics: Surgery of the Knees and shoulders, Pediatrics, Sports Medicine
Tyler, Nacogdoches
Most recent review: 1 year ago
4.9
1K Ratings
444 Comments
Dr. James Harris specializes in orthopedic surgery with an emphasis on sports medicine, hips, shoulders, knees, robotic and arthroscopic surgery. He’s Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
4.9
1K Ratings
444 Comments
Dr. James Harris specializes in orthopedic surgery with an emphasis on sports medicine, hips, shoulders, knees, robotic and arthroscopic surgery. He’s Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
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Dr. James Harris specializes in orthopedic surgery with an emphasis on sports medicine, hips, shoulders, knees, robotic and arthroscopic surgery. He’s Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery.
For over 20 years, Dr. Harris has been a staple of the East Texas Medical Community. Before his time with Azalea, Dr. Harris spent a year in Sydney, Australia completing a fellowship where he specialized in sports medicine and complex knee injuries. Before traveling to Australia, Dr. Harris studied as an orthopedic resident in New Orleans at the Tulane School of Medicine. While in Louisiana, he trained at Shrine Crippled Children’s Hospital where he specialized in pediatric orthopedic surgery.
After years of providing top quality patient care and excellent customer service, Dr. Harris is highly respected and widely regarded as a top surgeon in East Texas.
Dr. Harris is certified to perform total knee replacement using Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Technology.
CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES
Fellow American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, 1989
Diplomat American Board of Orthopedic Surgery, 1987
SPECIALIZATIONS
Sports Medicine
Knees
Shoulder
Pediatrics
EDUCATION
Fellowship:
North Sydney Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Center
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Sports Medicine and Knee Surgery
1989
Residency:
Tulane University School of Medicine & Affiliated Hospitals
New Orleans, Louisiana
1981 – 1985
Hughston Sports Medicine Clinic and Hospital
Columbus, Georgia
Sports Medicine
June 1984 – December 1985
University of Southern California
Downey, California
Adult Rehabilitation & Reconstruction, Spinal Cord Injuries
January 1984 – June 1984
Shrine Crippled Children’s Hospital
Shreveport, Louisiana
Orthopedic Pediatrics
June 1983 – December 1983
Internship:
University of Michigan- St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Surgery
1979 – 1981
Medical Education:
University of Texas, Medical Branch
Galveston, Texas
1975 – 1979
Undergraduate Education:
University of Texas
Arlington, Texas
Bachelor of Science in Biology
1972 – 1975
Temple Junior College:
Temple, Texas
1971 – 1972
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Dr Harris is great
Great doctor and sincere plus caring
One of the best visits I’ve ever had with the doctor. He took his time and explained to me all the possible issues and the possible remedies. I am not easily impressed professionally, but I was very impressed by this doctors visit and would highly recommend Dr. Harris to anyone Needing his professional help.
Took time to listen, explained well, and answered my questions
He is such a caring and gentle Doctor, thank you so much for seeing and taking care of me.
He very professional
Awesome
Great exam and history, wonderful bedside manner.
One of my very favorite doctors. He is a good communicator, and listens! Highly recommend!!
Very through and confident which put me at ease Very pleased. Herman