Kevin M. Harris, MD, FACC, FASE

Birthplace London, Ontario, Canada

Practice Locations Alexandria - Alexandria Clinic Blue Earth - United Hospital District Cambridge - Cambridge Medical Center Minneapolis - Abbott Northwestern Hospital Monticello - Monticello-Big Lake Hospital Mora - Allina Medical Clinic New Ulm - New Ulm Medical Center

Undergraduate
College of St. Thomas, St. Paul, Minnesota

Medical School
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota

Residency
Internal Medicine, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire

Fellowship
Cardiology, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, New Hampshire

Certifications
American Board of Internal Medicine 1992, Recertification 2005;
Cardiovascular Diseases 1995, Recertification 2006;
American Society of Echocardiography 1997

Professional Experience
As part of his cardiology training Dr. Harris spent one year dedicated to echocardiography. He later joined the faculty of Washington University in St. Louis as an Assistant Professor of Medicine, where he performed clinical research and perfected his skills in echocardiography, and taught students, residents and fellows. He joined the Minneapolis Heart Institute in August, 1998.

Professional Associations
American Heart Association (AHA);
Fellow, American College of Cardiology (ACC);
Fellow, American Society of Echocardiology (ASE);
American College of Physicians (ACP);
Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Minnesota;
Director, Minneapolis Heart Institute Cardiology Training Program;
Director of Echocardiography, Minneapolis Heart Institute;
Co-Director, Acute Aortic Dissection Program, Minneapolis Heart Institute;
Co-Director, Complex Valve Program, Minneapolis Heart Institute

Practice Philosophy
"I strive to provide superior and compassionate care for my patients. I enjoy getting to know my patients and their families and, when needed, developing relationships with them over time. With my interest in sports, I emphasize to my patients the importance of a healthy lifestyle including exercise and a nutritious diet. It is tremendously gratifying to be able to participate in this important part of my patients' lives.

The Minneapolis Heart Institute is unique in allowing sub-specialization within the group and valuing the inclusion of research and teaching. After developing skills in echocardiography during my experiences as a fellow and junior faculty, it was important to me to continue with that for the remainder of my career. My interest in clinical research and the teaching of fellows, residents and students keeps me up to date on the latest developments in this ever-changing field."

Clinical Interests
valvular heart disease, aortic disease, preventive cardiology; hypertrophic cardiomyopathy; echocardiography;