
Overview
Dr. Harris is a board-certified otolaryngologist head and neck surgeon, originally from Wisconsin, with fellowship training at The Ohio State University in adult and pediatric otology, neurotology, and cranial base surgery. He has advanced training in surgery for hearing restoration including the placement of cochlear implants (CIs), bone-anchored aids, brainstem implants, and implantable hearing aids. He also has extensive training in the diagnosis and treatment of vestibular disorders and skull base disorders that affect the hearing, facial, and balance nerves.Dr. Harris’ clinical and research interests include speech and environmental sound perception among cochlear implant users. He is also interested in electrophysiologic methods of feedback to prevent trauma during cochlear implant electrode insertion. He has published in peer reviewed journals and spoken at national and international meetings on these topics.Dr. Harris’ personal philosophy and practice style reflects a team approach to provide you with the best individualized care. A full assessment of your problem is achieved through close collaboration with our excellent team of dedicated nurse practitioners, audiologists, and support staff. Dr. Harris believes education is essential to shared decision making and optimal treatment. He will explain the diagnosis and therapy in everyday terms, ensure that all questions are answered and that you are comfortable with the plan.
Dr. Harris is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, Cholesteatoma, and Infant Hearing Loss.
Dr. Harris is board certified in Otolaryngology and Neurotology. Dr. Harris is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
8900 W. Doyne Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53226
7901 S. 6th St., Oak Creek, WI 53154
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Harris has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Otolaryngology - Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital
Dr. Joel H. Blumin is a Fellowship trained,Board Certified Otolaryngologist/Head & Neck Surgeon who has a clinical emphasis in treating patients with voice and throat problems. He is the Chief of the Division of Laryngology & Professional Voice and professor in the Department of Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences. He sees patients of all ages.Dr. Blumin graduated from the Carver College of Medicine at the University of Iowa in 1993. He was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha honor medical society in 1992. Following medical school, he went back to his home of Los Angeles, CA for a residency in Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery at UCLA. As a resident, he received multiple awards for excellence in both teaching and research.After his residency he stayed at UCLA to become the first Fellow in Laryngology, Voice Disorders, and Bronchoesophagology under the mentorship of Dr. Gerald S. Berke. During this two-year Fellowship, he honed his diagnostic and surgical skills within the subspecialty of Laryngology.At the Medical College of Wisconsin, Dr. Blumin focuses his practice on diseases of the larynx and treatment of vocal professionals in all walks of life. He has a special interest and has been nationally recognized for his care of patients with spasmodic dysphonia, a neurologic disorder of the larynx. He also treats patients with airway stenosis, head & neck cancer, swallowing disorders, and tumors of the larynx.He also enjoys his role as an academic otolaryngologist, teaching residents and medical students the art and the science of medical practice. His research interests lie in neurolaryngology, laryngeal biomechanics and spasmodic dysphonia. He is a member of the council of theAmerican Laryngological Association.Dr. Blumin has a simple philosophy of patient care that was passed to him from his mentors: treat every patient as if they were your mother or father. He will carefully explain a patient's diagnosis, discuss treatment options in terms they can understand, and generate a collaborative plan. Dr. Blumin is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spasmodic Dysphonia, Laryngeal Nerve Damage, Laryngitis, Endoscopy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Blumin is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Blumin is currently accepting new patients.
Froedtert And The Medical College Of Wisconsin Froedtert Hospital
David Friedland is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Dr. Friedland is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Infant Hearing Loss, Otitis, DFNB1, Myringotomy, and Mastoidectomy.
Otolaryngology - Center For Advanced Care - Froedtert Hospital
Dr. Poetker, aboard-certified otolaryngologist, specializes in all disorders of the paranasal sinuses including acute and chronic sinusitis. He has received specialty training to address tumors of the paranasal sinuses. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leaks and revision (re-do) sinus surgeries.Sinus disease is a long-term, chronic problem. Dr. Poetker specializes in the long-term management of sinus disease. He works with his patients in an organized, logical fashion to find the medical and surgical management that fits the individual.Dr. Poetker’s research interests include studying the differences in mucus production in patients with sinus disease. In addition, he is involved with several studies to evaluate the safety of corticosteroids. Dr. Poetker is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sinusitis, Hereditary Hemorrhagic Telangiectasia, Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP), Endoscopy, and Septoplasty. Dr. Poetker is board certified in Otolaryngology. Dr. Poetker is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michael S. Harris
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michael S. Harris?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michael S. Harris by calling their office at 414-805-5580. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michael S. Harris a top-rated expert for Acoustic Neuroma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michael S. Harris is classified as an Distinguished expert for Acoustic Neuroma, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michael S. Harris specialize in?
While Dr. Michael S. Harris is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Acoustic Neuroma, Schwannoma, and Cholesteatoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Michael S. Harris accept my insurance?
Dr. Michael S. Harris accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 414-805-5580 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Harris isDistinguished. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- CholesteatomaDr. Harris isDistinguished. Learn about Cholesteatoma.
- SchwannomaDr. Harris isDistinguished. Learn about Schwannoma.
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- DFNB1Dr. Harris isAdvanced. Learn about DFNB1.
- Infant Hearing LossDr. Harris isAdvanced. Learn about Infant Hearing Loss.
- Jones SyndromeDr. Harris isAdvanced. Learn about Jones Syndrome.
- Patulous Eustachian TubeDr. Harris isAdvanced. Learn about Patulous Eustachian Tube.
- Experienced
- Bell's PalsyDr. Harris isExperienced. Learn about Bell's Palsy.
- Benign Paroxysmal Positional VertigoDr. Harris isExperienced. Learn about Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo.
- Deafness Hypogonadism SyndromeDr. Harris isExperienced. Learn about Deafness Hypogonadism Syndrome.
- Facial ParalysisDr. Harris isExperienced. Learn about Facial Paralysis.
- Familial DeafnessDr. Harris isExperienced. Learn about Familial Deafness.
- Familial OtosclerosisDr. Harris isExperienced. Learn about Familial Otosclerosis.

