Eric Harris, MD, FACS

After 180lbs of weightloss I knew that I would be in for the long haul trying to cope with the enourmous puddle of excess skin I was left swimming in. Luckily I could not have asked for a better phycisian or team to partner up with. So far I have had a fleur de lis tummy tuck, brachioplasty, and breast augmentation with Dr. Harris. The risks and benefits to every procedure are thoroughly explained and discussed, in addition to discussing every possible option for adressing my concerns and offering guidance on which one would be the best fit for me as an individual. I never feel rushed or disregarded in my appointments, even when I ask a million questions, which I definitely have a tendency to do. Even on the buisiest of days, when I have been squeezed into in already full schedule because I have a post op concern, or scheduling conflict, I feel like Dr. Harris takes his time to address my concerns regardless of how many other things they may have going on. The office staff are wonderful, and Dr. Harris’ medical assistant, Angie, is the absolute best medical assistant I have ever been fortunate enough to work with. Her bubbly personality is gaurenteed to put a smile on your face, even on the worst of days. As a patient, I know first hand that one of the most frustrating things about being a patient is trying to contact your physician by phone, or wait for a call back about a non-emergent concern. Even with so many patients to juggle, I am always amazed at how quickly I will get a response from Angie. I know that I can always count on her to return my calls or and pass along any concerns to Dr.Harris. In addition to the care, I am absolutely thrilled with the results of my procedures! My scars are so thin and fading so quickly. It is amazing to me to see a shape to body for the first in my life. I would absolutely highly recommend Dr. Harris and his team!

Dr. Harris is an amazing surgeon and I have had all of my surgical procedures performed by him at Eviva. I trust him, his experience and his advice completely. He performed my Vertical Sleeve Gastorectomy in January of 2016 and 2 years later I began to have all my cosmetic surgeries with Dr. Harris as well. He helped me to truly see all the hard work and weight loss of over 250lbs that I experienced on my amazing journey. He is experienced, compassionate and it is so clear from the very first appointment that he cares about the success of each patient!!! Every surgery we worked towards the final goal of getting rid of any loose skin that was hiding my success and causing discomfort. I feel better and healthier at 34 years old than I did at 18 years old!!!

Harris is amazing. Would recommend him to anyone and trust him 100%. He and his assistant, Angie, make a great team. I have had both gastric sleeve as well as cosmetic procedures, and have had success with all. Thanks, Dr. Harris and Angie!

From my very first appt with Dr. Harris I was very impressed with him. He is very knowledgeable and gave me all of the different options for the tummy tuck surgery that I was planning. Turned out amazing!! I am so excited about the results, I feel like a new woman. Thank you Dr. Harris and Angie for taking such good care of me. PS I love my new belly button!

Hi Everyone,

I am getting ready for my surgery (sleeve gastrectomy) and I am on the two week 40 grams of carbs only diet. It has been going good, but I the nice benefit is I am sleeping better. Before I would go to bed around 11:00 or Mid-night and now after my last meal I am out at about 9:00 PM or 10:00 PM. Then I am wide awake by my work time wake up 5:00 AM or on weekends by 8:00 AM.

I will keep updating to give you a run down of what happens. A few items. I am 5'8", pear shaped as I have a long torso and short legs. My starting weight is 250. My procedure is set for 6/12/2014. I am excited as I have been preparing for a while.

I have been on every diet on the market since I hit puberty. It is hard to grow up in a school when you are 5'8" and everyone around you is 5'3" with a top weight of 110. Thus, I got made fun of and tried to be 5'3" ;) Now that I know I will never be 5'3" and I am secure in what I look like today. I feel I am ready to have the surgery as I am mentally prepared. I know it will be rough when I start to lose the weight, but I have a great team to support me.

I am so excited that the program I am on has two years or longer support by a dietitian, psychologist, and exercise specialist. I even asked if I could go to the psychologist more as I know I will have issues that will come up to work out.

The reason I am doing the surgery is a couple or reasons. My family has all the cancers, heart issues, thyroid, and diabetes issues. So I know either I will die prior to hitting 50 or will be diagnosed with one of the ones I do not have already. I would like to be around for my kids and do fun things. Thus I am ready for a life change.

I want to be honest on my issues as I would like to know if anyone has the same as me. You might laugh on a few, but I am cool with that.

Here goes:
- I have Narcolepsy (yes with cataplexy, but I am high functioning and am not like the person on Deuce Bigalow movie- I am hoping the surgery will assist with more energy as low carb helps with me staying awake, but I am not expecting an improvement.
- Hypothyroidism -
- Sleep Apenea - with C-Pap.
- Celiac Sprue
- Pre-Diabetic - Had large baby's

I will post pictures soon so you can track my progress.

I would like to know if you are like me or have had similar issues or are getting ready for surgery like me. If you have Narcolepsy I would really love to here from you about your surgery and how you are doing.

In June 2012 I weighed 256lbs. I had high blood pressure and really close to having type 2 diabetes. I was worried that I would have to be on all kinds of medication. So I decided it was time to lose weight. My profile picture is a picture of me in June 2012 and today. I am having a TT and Lipo in 2 wks. Scared but can't wait. I have never had a flat stomach in my life.

Updated on 28 Apr 2014:
So I only have 7 days until my surgery. Funny thing is I want to lose more weight before I post my before pictures. Is that weird that I want my before pictures to be good? Trying to get the house in order and then do some grocery shopping this weekend. Worried about my dogs. They are crazy about me and I know they will have to stay away from me for awhile. Excited to see what my stomach will look like with this big lump gone. Jumping around on subjects. Think I'm a little nervous. Probably driving my hubby crazy. Thanks for letting me ramble!! :-)

Updated on 1 May 2014:
Ok I got up the courage to post my before picture. I'm in my daughters room so sorry about the mess behind me :-).

Updated on 4 May 2014:
My TT is the day after tomorrow. Getting nervous. Wish it was over already. I guess I should be doing dishes, dusting and making Jello but for some reason I am not moving. Well I guess that means I'm going to be really busy tomorrow. :-)

Updated on 5 May 2014:
Wednesday is my Birthday May 7th!! Daughter surprised my taking me out for dinner with friends and family!!! Great distraction!!

Updated on 10 May 2014:
Ok so it hurt a lot more then I thought and I'm still really puffy so can't really see what it will be like. But my husband and mom say it looks amazing!! My husband and mom are amazing. They have been with me around the clock. I'm so lucky to have them. It is true what they say every day is better.

Updated on 13 May 2014:
I had my TT 1 week ago and am having a bad day. Does anyone else have a great day think you are on the mend and then wake up the next morning and be in pain not wanting to move?

Updated on 16 May 2014:
Holy crap that was horrible. But both drains are gone and Dr Harris said everything is looking good. Get to take a shower tomorrow!!!

Updated on 20 May 2014:
I feel huge. I wish I was excited about being flat but I feel huge. I'm swollen all over. My cg cuts into my private area. I go back to work in 7 days and I'm scared I won't be able to do it. I went shopping with my mom to day to find some dresses to wear at work next week because nothing fits that I have. I know I'm a big winer. I read everyone else postings and everyone sounds so happy about being flat and wearing there skinny jeans. God I hope that will be me soon!!!!

Updated on 26 May 2014:
Tomorrow it has been 3 weeks and will be my first day back at work. Hope I can make it. Lucky for me my boss is amazing. His wife had a TT 2 years ago with the same doctor so he understands. Also today I tried on my panties for the first time and I almost cried. I have never seen the front of my underwear. Anyway wish me luck!!

Updated on 27 May 2014:
Ok back home after first day back to work. Sneezed this morning and ended up crying in front of coworkers. Really sore after lunch. My advice is make sure to take Tylenol to work.

Updated on 6 Jun 2014:
It was hard the first week but this week was pretty good. Still swollen from the bob to the pubic area. Looks kind if like a ball and it's hard. Emailed my ps and they asked me about my bowl movements. Hopefully here back soon kind of worried. I'm such a worry wort though. Anyone else have or had a hard ball in the tummy or bowl movement problems?

Updated on 17 Jul 2014:
I'm almost 11 weeks and still can't wear pants. Not sure if anyone else is having this problem. It really sucks. I wake up in the morning and just amazed at how I look. Then 30 min or less and I'm huge again. Everyone says be patient. Trying my hardest!!