Kelly Harris, MD
Assistant Professor, Surgery-Urology
Medical School
- MD, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (2016)
Residency
- Johns Hopkins University Program, Chief Resident, Urology (2022)
Fellowships
- University of Colorado (Children's Hospital Colorado) Program, Urology (2024)
Department
Surgery-UrologyResearch Interests
Dr. Harris's research focuses on optimizing transition of care from pediatric to adult healthcare systems for these populations through the use of both quantitative and qualitative methodologies.Publications
- Wehrli LA, Harris KT, Wood DT, Wilcox DT, Cooper EH, Rieck JM, McGuire E, Ketzer J, De La Torre L, Peña A, Bischoff A. Urological outcomes in adult females born with anorectal malformation or Hirschsprung disease. Pediatr Surg Int. 2024 Jul 6;40(1):179. PubMed PMID: 38971909
- Harris KT, Woodfield K, Bodmer J, Valentine A, Nokoff NJ, Wilcox DT, Alaniz V. Endometriosis in a Prepubertal Patient with 46,XY Difference in Sex Development: A Case Report. J Pediatr Adolesc Gynecol. 2024 Oct;37(5):523-526. PubMed PMID: 38768704
- Hwang CK, Harris KT, Wood D. Barriers to Transitional Care in Spina Bifida. Urol Clin North Am. 2024 May;51(2):187-196. PubMed PMID: 38609191
- Reppucci ML, Harris KT, Wilcox DT, Peycelon M, Bischoff A. Adult urological outcomes for patients with anorectal malformation. J Pediatr Urol. 2024 Apr;20(2):193-199. PubMed PMID: 38184446
- Vu A, Harris KT, Wehrli L, Bischoff A, Wood D. Unrepaired cloacal exstrophy in an adult: Medical and ethical considerations. Urol Case Rep. 2023 Nov;51:102602. PubMed PMID: 37965120
- Harris KT, Kong L, Vargas M, Hou V, Pyrzanowski JL, Desanto K, Wilcox DT, Wood D. Considerations and Outcomes for Adolescents and Young Adults With Cloacal Anomalies: A Scoping Review of Urologic, Colorectal, Gynecologic and Psychosocial Concerns. Urology. 2024 Jan;183:264-273. PubMed PMID: 37839472
- Harris KT, Namdarian B, Gearhart JP, Wood D. Long term outcomes in classic bladder exstrophy - The adult picture. J Pediatr Urol. 2024 Apr;20(2):157-164. PubMed PMID: 37451916
- Harris KT, Wilcox DT. Commentary to Partial Urogenital Mobilization in Cloacal Malformation: Is it a Viable Option?. J Pediatr Urol. 2023 Oct;19(5):520. PubMed PMID: 37391334
- Khandge P, Morrill CC, Wu WJ, Harris KT, Haffar A, Maruf M, Patel HD, Di Carlo HN, Gearhart JP. Achieving goal capacity for continence surgery: A cumulative event analysis of bladder exstrophy patients. J Pediatr Urol. 2023 Oct;19(5):563.e1-563.e8. PubMed PMID: 37246118
- Harris KT, Wilcox DT. Management of the urological tract in children with anorectal malformations - a contemporary review. Ther Adv Urol. 2023 Jan-Dec;15:17562872231161468. PubMed PMID: 36969498
- Morrill CC, Manyevitch R, Haffar A, Wu WJ, Harris KT, Maruf M, Crigger C, Di Carlo HN, Gearhart JP. Complications of delayed and newborn primary closures of classic bladder exstrophy: Is there a difference?. J Pediatr Urol. 2023 Jun;19(3):249.e1-249.e8. PubMed PMID: 36690520
- Harris KT, Villela NA, Alam R, Wu WJ, Artigas P, DiCarlo HN, Gearhart JP. The exstrophy experience: A national survey assessing urinary continence, bladder management, and oncologic outcomes in adults. J Pediatr Urol. 2023 Apr;19(2):178.e1-178.e7. PubMed PMID: 36456414
Professional Memberships
- American Urological Assosciation, Member
- Society of Pediatric Urology, Member
- Society of Women in Urology, Member
- American Academy of Pediatrics - Section on Urology, Member
Practice Locations
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus13123 East 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-777-1234
Hospital Affiliation
- University of Colorado Hospital
- Children's Hospital Colorado
Specialty Information
Specialties- Pediatric Urology
Clinical Interests
Complex genitourinary congenital anomalies Exstrophy/Epispadias Anorectal anomalies Differences in sex development Neurogenic bladder
Care Philosophy
Dr. Harris is particularly passionate about being able to provide care for her patients and families from prenatal diagnosis into adulthood. It is important to her that every patient and family feel heard and are active participants in decisions about their child’s healthcare. She also seeks to empower the children and adolescents she works with to take ownership of their health and transition safely to adult care.
Complex genitourinary congenital anomalies Exstrophy/Epispadias Anorectal anomalies Differences in sex development Neurogenic bladder
Care Philosophy
Dr. Harris is particularly passionate about being able to provide care for her patients and families from prenatal diagnosis into adulthood. It is important to her that every patient and family feel heard and are active participants in decisions about their child’s healthcare. She also seeks to empower the children and adolescents she works with to take ownership of their health and transition safely to adult care.
Personal Interests
In her spare time, Dr. Harris enjoys getting outside with her son, husband, and rescue dog, Rory. When not exploring the great outdoors of Colorado, she can be found relaxing at home doing crossword puzzles next to her two cats.
In her spare time, Dr. Harris enjoys getting outside with her son, husband, and rescue dog, Rory. When not exploring the great outdoors of Colorado, she can be found relaxing at home doing crossword puzzles next to her two cats.