TREATMENTS
Your have more options than you think.
01
Uterine Fibroid Embolization (UFE)
UFE is a minimally invasive procedure that cuts off the blood supply to fibroids, causing them to shrink and symptoms to ease, often dramatically. There's no surgery, no general anesthesia, and no hospital stay overnight. Most women are back to normal activities within a week or two.
02
Myomectomy
Preserves Your Uterus
A myomectomy removes fibroids while leaving your uterus intact. This is often a good option for women who want to preserve fertility or prefer a surgical approach. Depending on the size and location of your fibroids, it can be performed laparoscopically (minimally invasive) or through open surgery.
03
Hysterectomy
Only When Appropriate
A hysterectomy is sometimes the right choice. But it's rarely the only choice. We believe you should only consider a hysterectomy when you've weighed all the alternatives and made an informed, empowered decision for yourself.
04
MRI Imaging
Understand Your Fibroids
When we really need to know what’s going on inside, MRI is our most detailed tool. It gives us a three-dimensional picture of your uterus and any fibroids present, including their exact size, number, and precise location. That level of detail matters, because where a fibroid sits determines a lot about which treatment will work best for you.
05
Ultrasound
A Quick First Look
Ultrasound is often the first step in figuring out what’s happening. It’s fast, widely available, and gives us a real-time view of your uterus and ovaries. For many women, an ultrasound is what first reveals that fibroids are present.
ABOUT
Dr. Todd S. Harris, M.D.
Dr. Todd S. Harris is a board-certified surgeon and the Medical Director of the Fibroid Treamtent Center in Newport Beach. Specializing in high-volume uterine fibroid embolization procedures for women as well as general and hernia surgery, Dr. Harris is recognized as a premier expert in minimally invasive, non-surgical and minimimally invasive treatment techniques.
Dr. Harris was born and raised in South Carolina and is a graduate of Clemson University and The Medical University of South Carolina. He completed his general surgery training at St. Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center in New York City. After completing his surgical residency, Dr. Harris returned for a Cardiovascular and Interventional Radiology (CVIR) fellowship at the University of Minnesota. After completing his fellowship in 2008, he relocated to Orange County to develop his fibroid practice.
Recognized by his peers for his dedication to surgical quality, Dr. Harris has been named an OCMA Physician of Excellence for 11 consecutive years (2015–2026) and is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor. He is active in medical research on reducing opioid consumption reflecting his commitment to data-driven outcomes and superior patient safety. He has also been named a Southern California Super Doctor for the past 10 consecutive years (2017-2026). Because of his experience, he serves as a trainer for surgeons across the country who are interested in furthering their education and has spoken at hernia conferences as a national leading expert.
Outside of work, Dr. Harris enjoys a variety of recreational activities. He is an avid runner and swimmer. He has competed in several triathlons, including races throughout the last 10 years. He balances cardiovascular activities with core and strength training. His interest in fitness allows him to appreciate getting women back to what they enjoy as quickly and pain-free as possible.
APPROACH
Our goal is to provide you with the options you deserve.
If you've been told a hysterectomy is your only option, we want you to know, that's not the whole picture. There are real, effective, non-surgical treatments for fibroids, and you deserve to know about all of them before making any decision about your body.
At the Fibroid Treatment Center, we're here to make sure you're fully informed, genuinely heard, and completely in charge of your own care.
We know that visiting a doctor can be a scary experience. That’s why we encourage our past patients to give feedback about our center. Whether this feedback is in the form of a letter, or on HealthGrades, our past patients ease the anxiety of our future patients.
OUR STYLE
You're not alone in this.
Be Heard.
You shouldn't have to fight to be taken seriously.
Dr. Harris listens first, always.
Your Choice.
Most women are told surgery is the only answer. It's not, and we'll show you every option.
Find Relief.
Many of our patients are back to normal life within a week or two, without ever having surgery.
TESTIMONIALS
What our clients are saying
"The space was so state of the are with the screen and technology and everyone was so friendly. It was just really nice and so comfortable."
"Dr. Harris shows you all of the equipment and exactly how it will be use, and that just really put mind at ease through the whole process."
"I'm grateful for the experience I had because Dr. Harris and Fibroid Treatment Center offers outpatient and I was able to go home and recover in the same day."
Know Your Symptoms
Bleeding & Cycles
Heavy periods, prolonged bleeding, spotting between cycles, anemia and fatigue from blood loss.
Pain & Pressure
Pelvic aching, discomfort during sex, a constant feeling of heaviness or fullness in your lower abdomen.
Bladder & Digestion
Frequent urination, feeling like you always need to go, constipation or bloating that won't quit.
Fertility & Hormones
Difficulty getting pregnant, trouble carrying a pregnancy, irregular cycles that make it hard to plan.