Dr. Dena Harris, MD

Dr. Dena Harris, MD

OB-GYN
NY
4.92
“Dr. Dena Harris is the best doctor I’ve ever seen; she’s personable and compassionate. Dr. Harris listens attentively, and answers questions with great clarity.”
Stephanie C.March 3, 2026
Highly recommended
98% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes

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What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.92

Average wait time

4.67

Bedside manner

5.00
“Dr. Dena Harris is the best doctor I’ve ever seen; she’s personable and compassionate. Dr. Harris listens attentively, and answers questions with great clarity.”
Stephanie C.March 3, 2026Video visit
“Dr. Harris is the most compassionate physician I have ever met; she listens attentively and answers questions with great clarity. I Highly recommend Dr. Harris.”
Stephanie C.December 16, 2024Video visit

About Dr. Dena Harris

Dena Harris, MD is a Board Certified Gynecologist and bio identical hormone replacement therapy specialist currently concentrating her practice in chronic sexual, vulvar, and pelvic pain, as well as general, adolescent and menopausal gynecology. She was a medical pioneer, as the first OB/GYN in the SOHO area and also one of the first female OB/GYNs in private practice in New York City. After becoming partners with Dr. Deborah Coady in 1980, she co-founded SOHO OB/GYN women’s health care center. She graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania in 1972, and received her medical degree from Hahnemann Medical College (now part of Drexel University) in 1976. Dr. Harris completed her internship and residency at NYU Medical Center, where she is currently affiliated as a Clinical Assistant Professor. In 1991, Dr. Harris co-authored Recovering from a Hysterectomy. Dr. Harris is currently a fellow of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the International Society for the Study of Vulvovaginal Disease for her original research on vulvodynia-related small fiber neuropathy. She is an active member of the International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health, International Pelvic Pain Society, National Vulvodynia Association and The New York Gynecologic Society. Dr. Harris has devoted her 30 year career to providing quality medical care. She combines excellent diagnostic and therapeutic skills while exercising great empathy and compassion for her patients. She has been named to the Top Doctors lists in New York by both New York Times Magazine and Super Doctors, as well as America’s Top Doctors through Castle Connolly for over 10 years. Please be aware of our late cancellation / No-show policy: If you do not come to your appointment or cancel with less than 24 hours notice, then a $75 charge will be applied.

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Popular visit reasons

Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Birth Control / Contraception
Endometrial Biopsy
Gynecology Consultation
Menstrual Cramp(s)
OB-GYN Consultation
Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
Vasomotor Symptoms
Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
Birth Control / Contraception
Endometrial Biopsy
Gynecology Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Board certifications

  • American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Education and training

  • Medical School - Drexel University, Doctor of Medicine
  • New York University Medical Center, Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • New York University Medical Center (Internship)

Awards and publications

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Female

NPI number

1487727210

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.67
Bedside manner
5.00
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Thorough and complete. The Dr. spent plenty of time speaking to me outside the physical exam.
The best doctor I have ever been to. Really cares - helps in every way. Excellent!
Dr. Dena Harris is the best doctor I’ve ever seen; she’s personable and compassionate. Dr. Harris listens attentively, and answers questions with great clarity.
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Dr. Harris is the most compassionate physician I have ever met; she listens attentively and answers questions with great clarity. I Highly recommend Dr. Harris.
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Feel very comfortable with Dr Harris. She is personable and knowledgeable. Not many Drs around that have such a background with replacement hormones.
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Amazing thank you
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Dr. Harris is extremely thourough and spends as much time as necessary to ensure that your appointments serves all your needs & answers all of your question. She has an incredibly kind and warm bedside manner and I would recommend her to my friends & family.
Excellent as always! Dr. Harris is thorough, compassionate, smart. She's been my doctor for many years including my pregnancy and delivery. I trust her and are extremely comfortable with her.
Dr. Harris has a extremely caring manner. She is attentive and answers her patients questions. She is knowledgeable and reassuring. i recommend her highly.
Through & compassionate
Menopause can be a challenging time in your life, but having the right doctor can make a big difference in how successfully you'll be able to cope. Dr. Dena Harris is the most knowledgeable and sympathetic doctor whom you can discuss symptoms and treatments. She is up to date with the latest developments and validates what we are going through. While dealing with physical and emotional changes that come with menopause it becomes necessary to have a great doctor by your side and mine is Dr. Dena Harris.
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Which board certifications does Dr. Dena Harris have?

Dr. Dena Harris is certified by American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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

Dr. Dena Harris frequently sees patients for Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam, Birth Control / Contraception, Gynecology Consultation, OB-GYN Consultation, and Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI). You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Dena Harris on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Dena Harris speak?

Dr. Dena Harris speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Dena Harris in reviews?

48 patients have reviewed Dr. Dena Harris. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.67/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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