Dr. M Brian Harkins, MD

Dr. M Brian Harkins, MD

General SurgeryMaleAge 63

General Surgery

Dr. M Brian Harkins, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Tomball, TX and has over 34 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans|Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans|Louisiana State University Medical School ? New Orleans in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball and HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress. His office accepts new patients.

Locations

Surgical Advanced Specialty Center

Surgical Advanced Specialty Center455 School St Ste 10 Tomball, TX 77375
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Dr. Harkins' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Harkins

4.9

Based on 256 ratings

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Awesome Dr.!!!! Highly recommend!
Dr. Harkins and his staff are some of the most kind people you will ever meet. I had hernia surgery Dec 27th 2022 and felt I was in very competent hands. Excellent outcome. Will definitely use again if needed. Thank you so much Dr. Harkins!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 11, 2023
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I am not trying to sound corny but I believe he might have saved my life. I would highly recommend Dr. Harkins to anyone needing his service. He was referred to me by a friend and I couldn't be happier with my procedure. Thanks again Dr. Harkins you are the best!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Steve Rosner – Jan 10, 2023
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Great Doctor!
Dr. Harkins removed my gall bladder. He explained everything very well beforehand and helped to lower my anxiety level about having surgery. The staff at his office are wonderful as well!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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C. Shepherd – Dec 14, 2022
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upper and lower hernia surgery
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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James Russell – Dec 09, 2022
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Excellent
My experience with Dr Harkins was excellent. Great bedside manor. The surgery was a success and I was well taken care of... Thank you to Dr Harkins and his team.
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Aug 02, 2022
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Everything was great
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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John Howard – Jul 27, 2022
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Surgery with Dr. Harkins
Excellent overall. Easy friendly manner explaining the surgery in advance and calm responses to concerns in the followup.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Bob Z – Jul 08, 2022
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Hernia and Diastasis Recti Repair - Robotic
AMAZING! Dr. Harkins is a miracle worker. Minimal recovery, great beside manner, absolutely brilliant!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Amanda – Jul 08, 2022
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Great and knowledgeable doctor
It was very nice experience with Dr Harkins. He was very nice and patient. His staff answered all my questions. The procedure went well and my daughter is healing perfectly.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 06, 2022
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Great experience
My experience with Dr. Harkins has been exceptional. He is very easy to talk to and explained the images and the process of the gallbladder removal in easy everyday language. My follow-up visit was great! The surgery was successful. Dr. Harkins explained some symptoms that may occur. I was encouraged to contact the office if anything is needed. The office is staff is very polite and were very helpful through the process and the with the follow-up appointment.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Michelle Gaines – May 03, 2022
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Outcome beyond expectations
After having two failing hernia repair surgeries ,one in 2012 and one in 2014 , done by a general surgeon T.W. in Methodist Hospital , Willow Brook. I decided to quit doing anything for 8 years with the accompanying worries and limitations. A year ago I saw a webinar on youtube about a hernia repair surgery done robotically by Dr. Harkins. It looked very promising. After meeting with Dr. Harkins, I had no doubt about his capabilities or his great and professional personality. So I decided to jump in into this new adventure. The outcome was miraculous. there was a very quick recovery with minimal pain and no complications. two weeks after surgery it felt like I had no surgery. ARE YOU KIDDING. I definitely would recommend him for anyone in need of hernia repair.
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K.M. – Mar 24, 2022
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YES
His bed side manner is great . His staff is very friendly.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Allen Bruns – Mar 15, 2022
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Had a hernia for about 5 years. Been putting it off till I found Dr. Harkins, He is amazing! Staff was outstanding and explained everything step by step.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jesse Velazquez – Feb 22, 2022
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Great Visit with all the docs. Dr. Harkins has the best bed side manners and really listens to his patients. Couldn't ask for a better surgeon and doctor
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Nikki S – Feb 22, 2022
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Dr. Harkins is an amazing doctor! Not only is he very knowledgeable but most importantly he takes the time to actually listen to the patient and their concerns.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Francisco Jimenez – Feb 16, 2022
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absolutely yes
i visit for the surgery follow up as surgery go very well as per the schedule and i am filling back to normal in just 2 weeks
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Shailesh Shah – Feb 01, 2022
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Dr. Harkin made an accurate diagnosis and explained everything very clearly prior to my hernia procedure. The actual procedure went very smoothly and was sent home with clear instructions. He then explained everything very clearly on my follow up visit. He is a Doctor who takes all the time you need with him and you never feel rushed at a visit. Highly recommend.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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WBS – Dec 29, 2021
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Excellent
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kerry Kirkland – Dec 21, 2021
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Excellent. Everything went well with inguinal hernia surgery. Experienced very little pain after surgery and took just a few pain pills mainly as a precaution. After about a week my stomach settled down and appetite returned. Found Dr. Harkins to be a personable man and good listener. In our initial meeting, he diagrammed and explained the procedure in very understandable layman's language. An article about him in the Houston Chronicle describing his state-of-the-art, minimally invasive robotics surgery approach is what brought Dr. Harkins to my attention. I would recommend him to family and friends without hesitation.
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Robert Gaspar – Dec 08, 2021
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I had emergency abdominal surgery more than two years ago in another city. I have no complaints about my surgeon or the care I was given there but after two years and five surgeries later I was told they didn’t know what else they could do for me. My abdominal wound would not heal up. I came to Tomball to see a wound care doctor I was told about. He said I needed surgery again and that Dr. Harkins was the best one to go to. My first visit was with his PA, Stacy. She told me that my surgeon was very good but that Dr. Harkins was a step up. He was more than just a step up, he is amazing. After surgery I could tell right away that he fixed everything that was wrong. I’m out of pain, and I’ve been able to do things I haven’t been able to do in years. He has given me back my life. Dr. Harkins is kind, compassionate and takes the time to listen. Dr. Harkins is #1 in the nation is robotic surgery! Thank you Dr. Harkins!
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Patrice Gross – Nov 23, 2021
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Dr. Harkins' Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Ventral Hernia
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very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Harkins treats Ventral Hernia more than 96% of his peers

Dr. Harkins treats this condition more than 96% of his peers

Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Harkins performs Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic more than 95% of his peers

Dr. Harkins performs this procedure more than 95% of his peers

Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
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high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Harkins performs Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration more than 91% of his peers

Dr. Harkins performs this procedure more than 91% of his peers

Dr. Harkins' conditions and procedures:

  • Abdominal Disorders
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Abdominoplasty
  • Abscess
  • Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
  • Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
  • Acid Reflux Surgery
  • Adrenalectomy With Robotic Assistance
  • Anal and Rectal Cancer
  • Anal Disorders
  • Anal Fissure
  • Anal Fistula
  • Anal or Rectal Pain
  • Anal Prolapse
  • Anorectal Abscess
  • Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
  • Appendectomy, Open
  • Appendicitis
  • Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
  • Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
  • Benign Tumor
  • Biopsy of Breast
  • Breast Cancer
  • Breast Diseases
  • Breast Lump
  • Cancer
  • Capsular Contracture of Breast Implant
  • Cholangiocarcinoma
  • Cholecystitis and Gallstones
  • Colectomy
  • Colectomy and Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Destruction of Anal Tumor
  • Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
  • Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
  • Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
  • Duodenal Polypectomy
  • Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
  • Esophageal Diseases
  • Esophageal Diverticulum
  • Excision of Breast Tumor
  • Excision of Stomach Tumor
  • Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
  • Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
  • Gallbladder and Biliary Tract Cancer
  • Gallbladder Cancer
  • Gallbladder Removal
  • Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
  • Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Open
  • Gallstones
  • Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Ulcer
  • Gastrointestinal Diseases
  • Gastrotomy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hernia
  • Hernia Repair
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Hyperparathyroidism
  • Ileus
  • Incisional Hernia
  • Incisional Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair, Open
  • Intestinal Abscess
  • Intestinal Obstruction
  • Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
  • Ischemic Colitis
  • Laparoscopic Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hernia Repair With Robotic Assistance
  • Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary With Robotic Assistance
  • Laparotomy
  • Lipomas
  • Lumpectomy
  • Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
  • Mastectomy
  • Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
  • Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
  • Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Pelvic Abscess
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Port Placements or Replacements
  • Rectovaginal Fistula
  • Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
  • Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
  • Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Small Intestine Cancer
  • Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
  • Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer
  • Stomach Diseases
  • Ulcer
  • Ulcerative Colitis
  • Umbilical Hernia
  • Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
  • Vagotomy
  • Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Wound Repair

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About Me

Care Philosophy

Providing state of the art care without the downtown hassles.

Biography

Please see my full detailed biography at my .com website... drbrianharkins!

Specialties

  • General Surgery

Education

1994
Dwight D Eisenhower AMC
Residency Hospital
1990
Dwight D Eisenhower AMC|Dwight D Eisenhower AMC|Eisenhower Army Medical Center
Internship Hospital
1989
Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans|Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans|Louisiana State University Medical School ? New Orleans
Medical School

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New patients may call (281) 805-4036 to make an appointment.

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What conditions does Dr. M Brian Harkins, MD treat?

Dr. Harkins frequently treats the following conditions: Ventral Hernia, Abdominal Disorders, and Abdominal Pain. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. M Brian Harkins, MD's office address?

Dr. Harkins' office is located at 455 School St Ste 10, Tomball, TX 77375. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. M Brian Harkins, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. M Brian Harkins, MD is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball and HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress.

How much experience does Dr. M Brian Harkins, MD have?

Dr. Harkins has over 33 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. M Brian Harkins, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 4.9/5 for Dr. M Brian Harkins, MD. Patients say that the provider listened & answered questions well and they trusted the provider's decisions. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Affiliated Hospitals

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HCA Houston Healthcare Tomball

Tomball, TX

54% Patients that would definitely recommend, 16% lower than the national average

1 Award Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

HCA Houston Healthcare North Cypress

Cypress, TX

9 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2023)