University Orthopaedic Surgeons - Sevierville
1130 Middle Creek Rd
Sevierville, TN 37862
Hand Reviews
“Dr. Harris is remarkable. I had an accident six years ago where I severed my right arm. I was taken to UT Medical Center, where they saved my right arm. However, because of this accident, I could no longer bend my right index finger or thumb. Dr. Harris performed surgery on me six weeks ago to move ligaments from my arm to my hand. Now I can bend all fingers in my right hand and make a fist. It is incredible. I would highly recommend Dr. Harris.”
– Timothy L.
“I had excellent professional care from Dr. Harris.”
– Rosalind T.
“I recently had Carpal tunnel surgery on both hands. Dr. Harris is an exceptional doctor and very detailed and caring toward me. I have no pain or numbness now in either hand. I am so grateful I decided to have this done and would highly recommend Dr. Harris and University Orthopedic Surgeons. I am feeling awesome and can get back to life without pain. Thank you.”
– Jane G.
“I just had surgery yesterday, so I'm still healing. Dr. Harris was very knowledgeable, and surgery was quick and easy.”
– Hope S.
“My experience with Dr. Harris, as always, was very nice. Everyone was very polite, respectful, and very professional. I didn’t wait long. We talked about my progress and the length of time it should take to recover completely.”
– Hope B.
“Dr. Harris did an excellent job performing surgery for my trigger thumb. All of the staff were very friendly and professional. Justin, who assisted Dr. Harris, was great too. I plan to let Dr. Harris do surgery on my other trigger thumb as soon as we can schedule it. I highly recommend Dr. Harris to anyone; he takes his time with you and answers any questions or concerns you may have.”
– Lisa S.
“I had a great experience with Dr. Harris. He is professional and provides great results. I can fully straighten my hand from my severe Dupuytren's Contracture. I am very happy.”
– Shane B.
“Dr. Harris and all the staff were exceptional and attentive. They took great care of me. I felt very comfortable and, most importantly, safe in their care. They were professional, friendly, and accommodating. They are truly the best at their jobs, and they all seemed to enjoy their jobs, which was a very good sign to me. Thank you all for everything you do. Happy Thanksgiving.”
– Alma W.
“Dr. Harris provided me with excellent service.”
– Pat G.
“Dr. Harris identified the problem and made recommendations. He provided me with excellent care.”
– Lynn M.
“I had a referral to an orthopedic surgeon, and my experience with him was great. Dr. Harris and the staff were professional, knowledgeable, efficient, and friendly.”
– Danni L.
“Dr. Harris is very personable.”
– Peggy J.
“Dr. Harris is very professional and has a good bedside manner. He is a skilled surgeon.”
– Mary W.
“Comfortable, no pain for carpal tunnel surgery, just like Dr. Harris said. Everything went very well.”
– Carla M.
“My carpal tunnel surgery with Dr. Harris went terrific. The surgery was so easy. No hospitals. I was in and out. Plus, that very night, all my symptoms were gone. It’s like I have a brand new arm.”
– Ashley M.
“I put off getting treatment for my carpal tunnel syndrome until it was unbearable because I was dreading what I thought would be a painful and difficult recovery with lots of physical therapy. I should have gotten the issue addressed long ago. The surgery was done in-office with me awake. It was fast, and although there was some very slight discomfort, I'd gladly deal with that over having to go through the process of going under general anesthesia at the hospital. The pain and tingling of CTS I'd dealt with for a long time were completely gone once the local anesthetic wore off. Dr. Harris instructed me to move my fingers as much as possible after the surgery. So, I spent the evening after the surgery and about the next two days with my hand elevated and constantly moving my hand from open to a closed fist. I think this made a huge difference in my recovery, which was very easy. Pain after surgery was minimal for about two days and well-controlled with the mild narcotic prescribed. I never lost my strength, dexterity, or range of motion. In fact, I had to stop myself at one point about seven days after surgery, when I realized I had just single-handedly picked up a piece of firewood that was well over the 2lb post-surgery restriction. Dr. Harris and his staff are great. They're professional and do an awesome job. Although I hope to avoid needing the same procedure on my other hand, I will definitely be going to see Dr. Harris if I do. He is an excellent surgeon.”
– Dennis M.
“I can only say positive things about Dr. Harris. He was quick to diagnose my problem, and successfully fixed it.”
– Karen M.
“The process was easier than I expected. No anxiety. Dr. Harris made me feel relaxed and comfortable during the surgery. He is not only a talented surgeon but a very kind individual. I will be referring my friends to him if they need a hand surgeon.”
– Lisa T.
“Dr. Harris is the best! He takes time to answer any questions, cares for his patients, and is very compassionate about his work. Thank you for being my surgeon.”
– Sharon M.
“I had surgery with Dr. Harris for a trigger finger (thumb). From beginning to end, all the staff was professional and courteous.”
– Rosemary P.
“Outstanding. Dr. Harris is a master of his craft. Professional, knowledgeable, and empathetic. I will recommend Dr. Harris to family and friends for any hand and/or fingers/thumbs issues. I now have use of my right thumb with no pain. Dr. Harris explained the issue with my thumb and the surgery involved and was very upfront on the recovery time.....10 to 12 weeks. Great bedside manner, too.”
– Jeffrey M.
“I came to Dr. Harris for issues in my right hand. Dr. Harris explained the options I had regarding my trigger finger and carpal tunnel. I recently had surgery to resolve my issues. Dr. Harris was great! I would highly recommend him to anyone. Thanks, Dr. Harris.”
– Nona A.
“Fingers in both of my hands had begun to curve several years ago, and the curvature kept getting worse. Dr. Harris performed surgery on the one hand, and I couldn't have been more pleased with the result. My hand looks great, and my fingers are straight and as useful as they have been in a long time. Next, Dr. Harris performed surgery on my other hand, and the result was equally impressive. I was extremely happy with the whole process. The outcome was terrific, and I was well taken care of and treated politely and professionally by the whole staff. Thank you, Dr. Harris, and thanks to your staff.”
– Randall B.
“Multiple times over the years, I came to Dr. Smith before he retired, then to Dr. Harris for shots to ease carpal tunnel symptoms, until the shots were no longer successful. This fall, I opted for carpal tunnel release surgery by Dr. Harris at the UT hospital day surgery facility, choosing local anesthesia. The staff at day surgery was, like the staff in the University Orthopedic Surgeons section, friendly and efficient, and the operation was quickly done, and I was soon walking with my wife to the car and home. Discomfort from the surgery has been minimal, and the really bad numbness and pain that I had experienced before surgery was gone and has not returned after more than a week.”
– Doug D.
Wrist Reviews
“I had an endoscopic carpal tunnel on both wrists. I had a great experience with Dr. Harris, Justin, and the staff. I sleep great, and I have no pain. If you need carpal tunnel surgery, I highly recommend Dr. Harris. This was the best decision. I feel great, and I couldn’t be happier.”
– Clara R.
“Dr. Harris is a nice guy. He is very professional and knowledgeable in his work.”
– Nicholas K.
“I had endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery, and it was amazing. Everyone was nice. Everything happened just as Dr. Harris said it would. His PA and staff were so friendly and helpful. I played a couple of songs on the piano the day after surgery with no pain.”
– Mildred M.
“Dr. Harris and his associate were kind and professional throughout my stay. I’ve had to find a new doctor in Florida, where I live. My doctor was impressed with Dr. Harris’s surgical technique.”
– Elizabeth F.
“Dr. Harris performed bilateral endoscopic carpal tunnel surgery on me. I can sleep through the night for the first time in about 15 years. It’s the greatest thing in the world. I had the best time.”
– Larry H.
“My experience with Dr. Harris was super smooth. The staff was excellent at taking care of me. They were very professional yet like family. They had a very clean and orderly environment.”
– Curtis L.
“Dr. Harris was great. He explained the procedure and ensured I was comfortable.”
– Chris O.
“Dr. Harris is an excellent surgeon. Last July, he performed a miracle with me. He is a true professional. Thank you.”
– Houston J.
“Everything was great with Dr. Harris.”
– Emily N.
“I wanted a hand/wrist specialist, preferably affiliated with the University of Tennessee Medical Center, and found Dr. Harris, University Orthopedic Surgeons. I did my research, made an appointment online, and was very impressed with him and the options that he gave me to have carpal tunnel surgery. I have suffered from symptoms for many years and decided to take the plunge and get it taken care of. I chose the bilateral (both wrists) endoscopic surgery and am very pleased with the results. My hands are no longer numb, tingle, and lose feeling, and I don't have to wear braces on my hands at night when I sleep or drive. The recovery has been relatively easy. I went back to work a week later. I had my sutures removed, and I had no restrictions. Finding a surgeon who is highly trained in the newest technology was very important to me, and I am so fortunate that Dr. Harris performed the surgery. He is also very kind and takes his time explaining things and answering questions. I highly recommend Dr. Harris and couldn't have asked for a better experience.”
– Gabrielle R.
“Dr. Harris was an excellent provider. Appreciate his quick response to a question after surgery. His entire team is exceptional. The surgery process was very easy.”
– Y D.
“Very good explanations of procedure and honest description of post-surgery expectations. Pre-surgery pain is completely gone nearly exactly when Dr. Harris said it should be. I called the office during recovery, and Dr. Harris returned my call shortly after that, answering all my questions. Very good experience.”
– Robert K.
“Dr. Harris operated on me after an accident at UT. His bedside manner at the hospital and afterward at the office visits has been excellent. He answered all our questions and can say how pleased I am with his patience, compassion, and surgical knowledge. My incisions are almost invisible. I would highly recommend Dr. Harris.”
– Sharon M.
Elbow Reviews
“University Orthopedic Surgeons is a great place. I have been to them for my hip replacement and arm; I had the best experiences. Everyone is so nice. On the latest visit, Dr. Harris made me feel like family. Thank you for taking care of me.”
– Debbie C.
“Dr. Harris was very informative about my injury to my elbow and what would be done to repair it through surgery. After surgery and at follow-up appointments, he was great at answering all of my questions.”
– Cynthia F.
“My experience with Dr. Harris was great. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Good experience all around.”
– Billy M.
“I totally severed my left triceps and injured my right shoulder in a fall at work. Dr. Harris examined me, sent me for an MRI, and scheduled surgery. He was very professional and instilled a great sense of confidence in his ability to repair my triceps surgically. The shoulder was to be treated with some physical therapy. Since my surgery, Dr. Harris has examined me and believes everything is coming along nicely. He is very knowledgeable and professional, as is the entire staff I've interacted with.”
– Thomas R.
“Very pleased with Dr. Harris M.D.”
– Connie H.