Birmingham General Surgeon Adam Harris, MD

Adam S. Harris, MD
General Surgeon in Birmingham, AL

Feeling lost in the shuffle of large surgical practices?

Dr. Harris brings high-caliber surgical expertise to his Birmingham practice—where you’re a patient, not a number.

Education & Training

After earning his medical degree from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB), Dr. Harris completed his five-year surgical residency training at the Mayo Clinic campus in Jacksonville, Florida. During his time at Mayo, he trained under experts in endocrine surgery, hernia repair, and advanced gastrointestinal procedures.

This background instilled a patient-first philosophy and a rigorous approach to surgical precision that he brings to his private practice in Birmingham. Rather than the volume-driven approach common in larger practices, Dr. Harris prioritizes direct communication, ensuring every patient understands their diagnosis, their surgical options, and their path to recovery.

Surgical Expertise

As a specialist in minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic techniques, Dr. Harris brings cutting-edge surgical precision to the Birmingham community. With over a decade of surgical experience, Dr. Harris specializes in a broad range of general and endocrine surgeries, including:

Why Patients Choose Dr. Harris

Dr. Harris understands that surgery can be an overwhelming experience. He has built his private practice on the pillar of superior communication.

  • Convenient Office: Our 280 office is located in the Medhelp building away from the difficult parking decks and elevators you’ll find with most other practices. You’ll enjoy easy, front-door parking and a quiet, professional atmosphere. Dr. Harris also see patients at the St. Vincent’s Birmingham campus on most Fridays.
  • Direct Access: Dr. Harris prioritizes time with his patients, ensuring you understand your diagnosis and available treatment options.
  • Focus on Minimally Invasive Surgical Care: By utilizing laparoscopy and advanced robotic surgical technology such as the DaVinci Robot, he prioritizes smaller incisions, less pain, and a faster return to your daily life.
  • Collaborative and Coordinated Care: He works closely with other physicians and specialists whenever possible.

Accreditations

American Board of Surgery - Board Certified, General Surgery
NPI: 1811136468

 

Hospital Affiliations

UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham
Grandview Medical Center

Personal & Professional Connections

After completing surgical training at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Dr. Harris practiced in Tuscaloosa for two years. In 2016, he returned to his hometown of Birmingham. Today he sees patients at his convenient Highway 280 office as well as at St. Vincent’s Birmingham campus.  He operates at St. Vincent’s Birmingham and Grandview. When he isn't in the operating room, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three small children.

Publications

Thomas EA, Harris AS. Peritoneal invagination hernia in the virgin abdomen. Journal of Surgical Case Reports. 2024;2024(10):rjae666. Summary: This case report authored by Dr. Harris presents a newly characterized abdominal hernia, the peritoneal invagination hernia, where a circular defect in the right anterolateral peritoneum led to small bowel incarceration and obstruction in a patient with no history of abdominal surgery.

Thomas EA, Harris AS. Predictors of Accuracy in Preoperative Parathyroid Adenoma Localization using Ultrasound and Tc-99m-Sestamibi: A 4-Quadrant Analysis. American Journal of Otolaryngology. 2013;34(5):507-512. Summary: Focused on improving the accuracy of preoperative scans. This work allows Dr. Harris to pinpoint overactive glands with greater certainty, often resulting in smaller incisions and more successful outcomes for his parathyroid patients today.

Kakarala SS, Harris AS, et al. Breast cancer treatment and recurrence in octogenarians. Journal of Clinical Oncology. 2008;26(15_suppl):11538. Summary: Focused specifically on how to balance effective cancer treatment with the unique recovery needs of older adults. This expertise ensures that every patient, regardless of age, receives a surgical plan tailored to their specific health goals and longevity.

Parker JS, Harris AS, et al. Solid pseudopapillary tumor of the pancreas: Report of five cases International Journal of Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Diseases. 2013;3:19-24. Summary: Solid pseudopapillary tumor of the pancreas (SPT) is a rare pancreatic tumor with an unclear pathogenesis and good prognosis after resection. We report our experience with the diagnostic and therapeutic management of these tumors over 10 years.

Harris AS, et al. Treatment of a Mycotic Descending Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Using Endovascular Stent-Graft Placement and Rifampin Infusion With Postoperative Aspiration of the Aneurysm Sac Vascular and Endovascular Surgery (2011). Summary: Mycotic aortic aneurysms are rare but are associated with high morbidity and mortality due to their propensity for rupture. Traditional therapy consists of open surgical repair with resection and aortic reconstruction or extra-anatomic bypass combined with long-term antibiotic therapy.

Adkisson CD, Harris AS, et al. Recurrent Giant Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor of the Small Bowel Mesentery. The American Surgeon. 2011;77(9):E184-E185. Summary: Focusing on rare and aggressive intra-abdominal tumors, this case report explores the complex surgical management and diagnostic pathways for recurrent mesenteric gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GISTs) to ensure optimal long-term disease control.

Harris AS, et al. Hiatal mesh is associated with major resection at revisional operation.  Surgical Endoscopy. 2010;24(12):3095-3101. Summary: Mesh-assisted hiatal closure during foregut surgery is increasing. Our aim was to evaluate the complications that follow revisional foregut surgery.

Schedule a Consultation

Contact our Highway 280 office today at (205) 995-9700 to schedule your appointment with Dr. Harris.

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