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Dr. Colin Harris, MD

Dr. Colin Harris, MD

Spine Surgeon
769 Northfield Ave, LL8, West Orange, NJ
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).

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About Dr. Colin Harris

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).

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Lower back pain
Spinal fusion
Lower back pain
Spinal fusion

Office locations

Total Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (1 of 6)
769 Northfield Ave, LL8, West Orange, NJ 07052
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Total Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (2 of 6)
1789 Sheepshead Bay Rd, Brooklyn, NY 11235
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Total Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (3 of 6)
2510 Westchester Ave, Ste 100, Bronx, NY 10461
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Total Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (4 of 6)
1444 E St Georges Ave, Linden, NJ 07036
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Total Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine (5 of 6)
10-37 US 46, #2023, Clifton, NJ 07013
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29 E 29th St, Bayonne, NJ 07002
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Education and background

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Board certifications

  • American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

Education and training

  • Medical School - New York Medical College, Doctor of Medicine
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Residency in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Rush University Medical Center, Fellowship in Orthopedic Spine Surgery
  • Columbia University (Bachelor's)

Professional memberships

  • American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • North American Spine Society

Awards and 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

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1194979435

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Dr. Colin Harris has 6 office locations, including in Bayonne, Brooklyn, Bronx, Linden, Clifton, and West Orange, view full addresses on Dr. Harris's profile.

Which board certifications does Dr. Colin Harris have?

Dr. Colin Harris is certified by American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Colin Harris?

Dr. Colin Harris frequently sees patients for Back Pain, Back Problems, Neck Pain, Sciatica, and Spine Deformation / Scoliosis . You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Colin Harris on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Colin Harris speak?

Dr. Colin Harris speaks English.

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