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Dr. Colin Harris, MD

Dr. Colin Harris, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Colin Harris, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Paramus, NJ and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK Medical College in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities Morristown Medical Center and Chilton Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Practice

3025 Paramus Park Mall Ste 200 Paramus, NJ 07652

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Dr. Harris' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Harris

4.7
14 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Great doctor
Dr. Harris did my surgery and my life was forever changed for the better. I now have an emergency and where he was practicing has closed down with petty bureaucracyIn Atlantic health. They won’t share where he’s going and my other orthopedic (who did my hip replacement believes the issues are coming from my lower back). I am hoping Dr. Harris sees this and tries to contact me, so I can see him asap. The issues I am having is Atlantic Health is keeping me from my doctor when I need medical attention. I am not starting over with a different doctor. Dr. Harris has great bedside manner, lets his patients finish talking and engages in conversation of options. Jagmom3 @ me dot com
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
1 other person found this helpful
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Diane Lifrak – Mar 09, 2025
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The best
Dr. Harris did my spinal fusion in 2012 in Syracuse NY. He diagnosed the problem fixed it and I was able to get back to doing my everyday activities. In my personal opinion I would recommend Dr. Harris to anyone.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Eric Higby – Apr 24, 2024
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I met with Dr. Harris to discuss my on going lower back problem. He went over the options with me and made sure I knew there where other options besides surgery. As my condition worsened it was clear that surgery was the best option for my case. He went over the procedure with my wife and I in detail. Then I just had to wait for Insurance approval to proceed. On the day of surgery everything went smoothly. I do not remember talking in the post surgery recovery room, but my wife says he was very informative on everything I should be doing over the next few days. He personally called me a couple of days after surgery to follow up with how I was doing. His bed side manner was very calm and confident through the entire process and he was always available to answer any questions or concerns we had. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Harris to anyone in need of a spine specialist/surgeon.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Kenneth Epperly – Sep 19, 2020
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Excellent including all the staff. Dr Harris is very informative and takes the time you need to understand your issue. He has helped me tremendously and now my pain levels are such an improvement and I can get back to being active.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Sep 24, 2019
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Dr. Harris is a cut above the rest. Superior in his approach, he is a sincere, professional practitioner of a very sensitive protocol. And, yet, I come away from my appointments feeling confident that he did not short change or rush through the process.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Omar S. Nuriddin in Irvington, NJ – Mar 06, 2019
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Dr. Harris is an accomplished professional thoracic surgeon. He was able to repair my broken back after a serious M/C accident. I consider myself fortunate to have been under his expert care. He is genuinely concerned about my recovery, and takes the time to explain the operation, and my recovery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Richard Thoren in Metuchen, New Jersey – Mar 21, 2018
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Dr. Harris has been wonderful since day one! I needed surgery and he was honest and fully devoted to seeing me receive the best treatment and care possible.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Sheri June in Syracuse, NY – Jan 06, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Each patient is given a thorough evaluation to determine the source of pain and then to discuss the least invasive treatment options that are most likely to offer a solution to their spinal problem. Dr. Harris works closely with non-surgical...read more

biography

Dr. Colin Harris is a board certified orthopedic spine surgeon experienced in the treatment of a wide range of spinal disorders. He has a special interest in spine trauma, minimally invasive and motion-sparing spine surgery techniques, and spinal...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Neurosurgery

  • Diagnostic Radiology

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  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Residency Hospital

  • Rush Medical College

    Fellowship Hospital, 2010

  • University Of Medicine And Dentistry Of Nj

    Residency Hospital, 2009

  • New York Medical College

    Medical School, 2004

  • Columbia University, New York

    Undergraduate School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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    Locations

    Practice

    Atlantic Medical Group Orthopedics at Paramus3025 Paramus Park Mall Ste 200 Paramus, NJ 07652
    1
    (201) 267-6898
    University Ob/Gyn Associates (Om)140 Bergen St Newark, NJ 07103
    2
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    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: closed
      • Wed: closed
      • Thu: closed
      • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: closed
      • Sun: closed
    • Directions
    (973) 972-5350
    Chilton Medical Center97 W Parkway Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
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    (973) 831-5063
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