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Bio
Dr. Colin B. Harris is a fellowship-trained, board certified orthopedic spine surgeon with over 15 years of experience treating spinal disorders in New York and New Jersey. A graduate of Columbia University and New York Medical College, Dr. Harris completed his orthopedic surgery residency at UMDNJ – New Jersey Medical School at University Hospital in Newark, NJ, followed by a prestigious fellowship in spine surgery at Rush University in Chicago, IL, one of the nation’s leading spine programs.
Dedicated to patient-centered care, Dr. Harris tailors surgical and non-surgical treatment plans to each individual, using the most modern, minimally invasive techniques available. He believes in educating his patients thoroughly about their spinal condition, treatment options, and recovery pathways to restore function and improve quality of life.
A recognized leader in minimally invasive spine surgery, Dr. Harris teaches lateral lumbar surgery (XLIF) techniques to surgeons worldwide and has been at the forefront of introducing motion-sparing procedures and robotic-assisted surgery to the New York metropolitan area. He actively incorporates disc replacement surgery and advanced navigation technologies into his practice to achieve faster recoveries and superior outcomes.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Harris is involved in orthopedic and spine surgical education, having instructed residents and medical students throughout his career. He has published multiple peer-reviewed research articles in the fields of orthopedic and spine surgery and remains active in national professional societies, including the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (AAOS), North American Spine Society (NASS), and Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (SMISS). He also serves as faculty at the Orthopedic Summit in Evolving Techniques (OSET).
Dr. Harris sees patients at both New York and New Jersey locations and is proud to be part of the renowned spine team at Total Orthopedics & Sports Medicine.
Education
Rush University Medical Center, Shriners Hospital for Children - Research Fellowship
Chicago, IL
August, 2009 - July, 2010
Fellowship-Spine Surgery, Scoliosis and Spinal Deformity
Fellowship Director: Howard S. An, MD
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New York, New Jersey Medical School - Internship & Residency
Newark, NJ
July, 2004 - June, 2009
Internship, Department of Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery - Residency, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Chairman: Joseph Benevia, MD
Inclusive Dates: July 2004 - June 2009
New York Medical College - Medical Education
Valhalla, NY
May, 2004
MD
Columbia College of Columbia University - Pre-Professional Education
New York, NY
May, 2010
Bachelor of Arts: Biological Sciences
Affiliations
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
North American Spine Society
The Society for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Faculty, Orthopedic Summit in Evolving Techniques (OSET)
Clinical Educator in Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery
Publications
International Journal of Spine Surgery
Enhanced Risk Stratification for Short-Term Complications Following Vertebral Augmentation for Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures.
Clinical Spine Surgery
Identification of Risk Factors for Readmission in Patients Undergoing Anterior Cervical Discectomy Fusion: A Predictive Risk Scale.
The Journal of Spinal Chord Medicine
Micromonas micros: A rare anaerobic cause of late implant failure following spinal surgery
Springer Open
Lumbar Spine Injuries in Sports: Review of the Literature and Current Treatment Recommendations
The Spine Journal Online
Use of stand-up magnetic resonance imaging for evaluation of a cervicothoracic injury in a patient with ankylosing spondylitis
National Library of Medicine
Mortality risk after head injury increases at 30 years
Instructor and presenter on lateral lumbar interbody fusion (XLIF), minimally invasive spine techniques, and robotics in spine surgery at national orthopedic and spine conferences, including OSET and SMISS.
