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Samar Harris, M.D.
Gastroenterologist
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Dr. Harris is a board-certified gastroenterologist with a focused interest in motility and functional disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. She performs routine GI procedures such as upper endoscopy, push enteroscopy and colonoscopy in the diagnosis, screening and surveillance of gastrointestinal diseases and cancers. In addition, she also specializes in interpreting esophageal manometry, BRAVO, impedance ph studies, anorectal manometry and smart pill. She is fluent in English. She is a member of the ACG, ANMS, AGA and TSGE.
Education
Medical School: Trivandrum Medical College
Residency: Mayo Clinic ( internship), University of Missouri Columbia (residency)
Fellowship: UT Southwestern Medical Center
Why did you choose to specialize in Gastroenterology?
Gastroenterology is a field of internal medicine which is unique in many aspects.
In addition to being a rare combination of both procedural and clinical skills, the practice of gastroenterology involves diseases of multiple organ systems. As Hippocrates is famously quoted to say, ” All disease begins in the gut”, then what could be more fascinating than the study and practice of gastroenterology.
Do you have a specialty of interest in Gastroenterology?
My interest in Gastroenterology is in motility and functional disorders of the gut. These include esophageal dysmotility, gastroparesis, functional dyspepsia, cyclical vomiting syndrome, dyssynergic defecation, small bowel dysmotility, short gut syndrome, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth. I also have experience with the management of POTS and gastrointestinal symptoms.
Do you fluently speak any other languages in addition to English?
Hindi, Malayalam
What do you and your family enjoy doing in your spare time?
I enjoy travelling, spending time with family, cooking for friends and family, exploring new campsites.
Awards and Accreditation:
Invited speaker for local conferences, travel awards during fellowship ( AASLD and Salix Fellowship2Leadership travel grant)
Certifications
- Board Certified in Gastroenterology
- Board Certified in Internal Medicine
Professional Affiliations
- American College of Gastroenterology
- American Gastroenterological Association
- Texas Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
- American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society
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Reviews
From the moment I walked into the office, I felt welcomed, they all are so sweet .Doctor Samar absolutely amazing. Thank you so much ❤️
Dr. Harris is easily to explain situations with, but I wa.nfed to ask more.
I can’t type; I broke my shoulder that afternoon
I can’t type; I broke my shoulder that afternoon
On my 2nd visit i felt that Dr. S Harris really cares for her it's he listens yo them,gives you a chance to ask questions even if she has to refer you out, I was even ask if I had a problem with da Dr.being a male. I give Dr. S Harris 5 STARS
I've never been more pleased than with Dr Harris. I felt like she really cared and worked hard to find answers for my problem. I have more to do but I feel like I'm at the right place at the right time to get my answer.
Great appointment with Dr. Harris. Very knowledgeable, attentive and compassionate. Staff was very helpful and friendly as well. I’m so very happy I’ve been given the opportunity to work with Dr. Harris to sort out some of my issues.
Great appointment with Dr. Harris. Very knowledgeable, attentive and compassionate. Staff was very helpful and friendly as well. I’m so very happy I’ve been given the opportunity to work with Dr. Harris to sort out some of my issues.
Dr. Harris is wonderful! She has helped me a 1000%. With my issues.
Dr. Harris took the time to hear me. Nowhere along the time she was with i never felt rushed.
I had an excellent experience with Dr. Samar Harris. She was thorough, helpful, thoughtful and curious. Highly recommended.
Very pleasant atmosphere and helpful. Dr Harris took her time and really explained things to me. I would recommend her to others.
I highly recommend Dr. Harris. She listens and explains everything in laymen’s terms. Very caring and understanding. She has been so helpful in directing me to a surgeon. Highly recommend Dr. Harris
Dr. Harris was very thorough. She listened intently and is working with me to try and diagnose issues.
First time seeing doctor Harris. Appreciated that she took time to ask and listen to me about past health issues. She suggested our next step that I felt comfortable with.
Dr Harris not only looked at everything in the notes from our previous Dr and test but asked us for details not in the notes to help get a better clearer picture of what was going on. She really listened and has a great bed side manner. She quickly figured out the other Dr diagnosed her wrong.
An extremely empathetic and knowledgeable doctor who will listen to your concerns. I’ve been a patient for over 10 years. I would not consider going to anyone else after everything that we’ve been through together. Dr Harris is a rare find!
Dr. Harris is very attentive. She acts with urgency and concern. The facility is always clean. Been going there for over 20 yrs.
Dr. Harris and all of her staff at the procedure facility were top notch. I felt comfortable from walking in to the procedure room. Now her staff at her office weren’t so friendly or acknowledging of patients walking in. I had to make my presence known and they just seemed unhappy to be there. That won’t stop me from coming to see her again.
I am so grateful to have found her to be my doctor. She listens to my concerns. She goes into detail about things which I really appreciate. And she’s actually trying to fix the problem.
Dr. Harris is great. Very thorough and proactive. I would highly recommend her.
Friendly staff, short wait time before procedure, made me feel comfortable and answered all my questions and concerns.