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James Harris Jr.

James Harris Jr., MD

General Surgery

Accepting New Patients
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Infant 0-2
  • Child 3-12
  • Adolescent 13-17
  • Young Adult 18-25
  • Adult 26-64
  • Older Adult 65+

Languages

  • English

Gender

Male

Johns Hopkins Affiliations:

  • Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty

Locations

  1. Medical Arts Building - Columbia
    • 11085 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 103, Columbia, MD 21044
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Expertise

Education

  • Residency: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Surgery, 2014
  • Medical Education: David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, MD, 2007

Board Certifications

  • Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2014

Insurance

Please contact the location directly to confirm your health plan is accepted.
Search plans
  • Aetna
  • CareFirst
  • Cigna
  • First Health
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • HealthSmart/Accel
  • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
  • MultiPlan
  • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
  • Point Comfort Underwriters
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)

Ratings & Reviews

4.9 out of 5

144 ratings, 51 reviews

The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

Overall Rating by Patient
Provider Listened Carefully
Provider Explained Things Clearly
Provider Knew Medical History
Provider Showed Respect
Provider Spent Enough Time
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    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Very happy with dr. Harris

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/10/2026

    Very good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/6/2026

    Dr Harris took his time with me. I fint feel rushed. He explained options well. I didn't feel pressured to ho with surgery at this time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    Personable, knowledgeable, thoughtful, good listener, Interested and thoughtful about my concerns

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    This was my 1st consultation with Dr. James Harris, and it went well. It went much better than expected. He took the time to listen, and he went above and beyond to pre-order a test that was incomplete/inconclusive from a prior health organization. I greatly appreciate his work ethic.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    Dr Harris is an amazing surgeon. I was very fortunate to have him as my surgeon

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/23/2026

    The doctor was delayed in surgery so the visit started late. He exuded confidence and competence. He answered questions, explained what would happen in the surgery I would have and had a gentle, caring presence.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    Dr. Harris is clearly a very knowledgeable and competent physician with great communication skills.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/20/2026

    He is excellent and very professional surgeon

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Dr Harris is a phenomenal doctor. Very thorough kind and professional. He was also personable as well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Long wait time before I saw the Doc, almost an hour

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/13/2026

    Dr. Harris and His Young Assisted Med Student Are Very Polite, Professional and Patient as Well as Thorough.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/9/2026

    I'm glad that Dr. Harris was available to help with my medical concern.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/6/2026

    Dr Harris and his was great!!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/30/2025

    Very good. Doctor had reviewed medical history prior to first visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Great job

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Knowledgeable and professional, good bedside manner so to speak.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/16/2025

    Dr Harris provided excellent care. He listened to me and addressed my concerns about my medical condition.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    The provider was great, knowledgeable. The issues I had pertained to waiting an hour and a half to be seen.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/9/2025

    Dr Harris spent extensive time explaining complex issues related to my health and potential results and side effects from decisions that I make.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    I like that Dr. Harris wasn't gun ho into jumping and recommending surgery and have an ultrasound done to see exactly what is going on with my gallbladder problem.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    My experience with Dr. Harris was very professional, he was courteous, respectful, knowledgeable and communicative.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/4/2025

    This was a first visit. Provider was courteous, friendly, interested in my case and listened to my responses with attention. I was seriously impressed.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/14/2025

    Exc care and very professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/7/2025

    This was a consult appointment and went well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/30/2025

    Dr. Harris may be the best surgeon I've ever dealt with and there have been many in my experience. Dr. Harris had a clear understanding of my particular needs and dealt with me in the best possible manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Friendly, articulate, professional, thorough, listened to me and described my options

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/23/2025

    Very easy to talk to. He pointed out options available to me but did not push me to choose any one.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/16/2025

    Dr. Harris communicates clearly and effectively, yet with sensitivity. He is an exceptional listener, and I feel totally confident with any care I may receive from him. Very courteous.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/5/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Dr Harris was excellent.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Very courteous, good article listening skills , I felt very comfortable there

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/2/2025

    Doctor Harris was truly one of the most professional and kind doctors I have encountered. He was very patient and kind answering all my questions. He thoroughly explained what my surgery entailed. I had much confidence in his expertise, and felt that he truly cared.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Excellent!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Dr Harris is a talented surgeon and has the best interest of his patients. A very helpful person and tremendous person.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/26/2025

    Dr Harris performed an appendectomy on me 2 years ago. That is why I made an appointment with him when my PCP referred me to a general surgeon.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/22/2025

    Very kind nice disposition very kind doctor and truthful and explained everything where I wouldn't understand

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    Unfortunately this is the second time that I had to have surgery and Dr. Harris. He's a great surgeon. He's very good at what he does. He's supportive, listens to your concerns and cares for his patients.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/19/2025

    He is the best!!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    He was courteous, knowledgeable, friendly, attentive, great bedside manner.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/12/2025

    He took the time to listen to me and explain everything about my concerns.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    I was seen before my appointment time. That meant my time was valuable. Dr. Harris took into account my recent surgery and impact and of another invasive surgery in my he same general area. Interaction with the resident, [staff] was also positive.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/5/2025

    Great first visit. He listened to understand. He performed a physical. He provided easy to understand options and recommendations.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/29/2025

    Dr. Harris is an excellent physician and speaks to you in language you can understand. He listens and offers different options. He is a people's physician.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/18/2025

    Extremely attentive to my needs

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/8/2025

    Excellent

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Dr Harris is an excellent surgeon and an exceptional professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/1/2025

    Dr Harris instills confidence that as a patient you interacting with a consummate professional

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/6/2025

    Dr. Harris is always great!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/2/2025

    Dr. Harris explained my cancer that was easy to understand.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/22/2025

    He is excellent!! I have told friends and family, DR. Harris saved my life and if they ever need surgery, he is the one!!