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Cooper Clinic Grows Staff of Preventive Medicine Physicians - Ryan Harris, MD, Joins Cooper Clinic
Cooper Clinic Grows Staff of Preventive Medicine Physicians - Ryan Harris, MD, Joins Cooper Clinic
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08/22/2022
Cooper Clinic Grows Staff of Preventive Medicine Physicians
Ryan Harris, MD, Joins Cooper Clinic’s Prevention Practice
DALLAS (August 22, 2022) – Cooper Clinic announces the addition of Dr. F. Ryan Harris as a preventive medicine physician in Dallas. Dr. Harris joins Cooper from Crossroads Medical Group in White House, Tennessee, where he worked as a family medicine physician specializing in chronic disease management, mental wellness, in-office procedures, preventive medicine and urgent care. Visit cooper-clinic.com or call 972.560.2667 for more information.
“With the increasing demand for preventive medicine, we are pleased to expand our Cooper Clinic staff with the addition of Dr. Ryan Harris,” said Camron Nelson, MD, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cooper Clinic. “Dr. Harris has a strong background in comprehensive adult preventive care. We welcome him as the newest member of our excellent preventive medical team.”
A Dallas native, Dr. Harris attended St. Mark’s School of Texas. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Princeton University and earned a certificate in Biomedical Sciences from The University of Texas at Dallas. Dr. Harris attended The University of Texas Southwestern Medical School where he earned his Doctor of Medicine before completing his residency in family medicine at Saint Joseph Health System in Mishawaka, Indiana. While there, he also received a Global Health Certificate. Dr. Harris is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
“I’m delighted to join Cooper Clinic’s renowned preventive medicine team to deliver thorough annual preventive exams to my patients,” said Ryan Harris, MD. “I value Cooper’s proactive, preventive approach and am pleased to deliver individually-tailored plans of action to help my patients live healthier, longer and more productive lives.”
Dr. Harris has participated in a variety of volunteer roles providing health services at refugee camps in Athens, Greece and conducting sports physicals for high school and college teams. He is fluent in English and Spanish and has served as an interpreter at the Monday Clinic in Dallas, providing free health services for underserved populations. Dr. Harris enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants, listening to music and exercising. He is a second-degree black belt with an appreciation for mixed martial arts.
Cooper Clinic’s preventive exam provides patients with an individualized, in-depth picture of their health, an action plan to improve and test results—all in one day. Board-certified physicians also offer a broad range of medical services, including breast health, cardiology, optometry, sleep medicine, preventive and cosmetic dermatology, concierge medicine, gastroenterology and imaging. Registered dietitian nutritionists offer a variety of nutrition services. Cooper Clinic physicians provide comprehensive care, looking at a patient’s health from all 360 degrees.
About Cooper Aerobics
Cooper Aerobics in Dallas serves as the headquarters for six health and wellness companies and a research and education nonprofit, The Cooper Institute® 501(c)(3), founded in 1970 by Kenneth H. Cooper, MD, MPH. Cooper Aerobics is the health and wellness resource that bases its recommendations on its world-leading body of data and expertise. Through the array of services Cooper offers under the leadership of President and CEO Tyler C. Cooper, MD, MPH, millions have been inspired to make good health a habit, helping improve their quality and quantity of life. Call 866.906.2667 (COOP) or visit cooperaerobics.com for details. Follow at the official Cooper Aerobics Facebook page or Instagram account.
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