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Dr. Thomas Harris, MD

Dr. Thomas Harris, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Harris, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in San Diego, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Eisenhower Medical Center and Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

5395 Ruffin Rd Ste 201 San Diego, CA 92123

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Dr. Harris' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Harris

3.2

20 ratings, 7 with a written review
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Beth – Nov 01, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 20, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Palm Desert CA – Feb 08, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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Wayne W. in San Diego, CA – Aug 11, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
10 people found this helpful
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MB in La Quinta, CA – Feb 06, 2017
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What went well
  • 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
6 people found this helpful
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San Diego, CA – Aug 12, 2016
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
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John Doe in San Diego County, CA – Feb 12, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Thomas Harris, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in San Diego, CA and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Eisenhower...read more
  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Sports Medicine

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  • Naval Medical Center San Diego

    Residency Hospital
  • University Hospital S Tx Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • University Tx Med Branch Hosps

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch

    Medical School, 1971
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Locations

Practice

Synergy Orthopedic Specialists Inc.5395 Ruffin Rd Ste 201 San Diego, CA 92123
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sharp Coronado Hospital

    250 Prospect Pl
    Coronado, CA 92118

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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  • Eisenhower Medical Center

    39000 Bob Hope Dr
    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
    Recipient of 38
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

    751 Medical Center Ct
    Chula Vista, CA 91911
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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