Alan E Harris MD
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
8001 FORBES PL SPRINGFIELD VA, 22151About
Dr. Alan Harris is a radiologist practicing in Belleville, IL. Dr. Harris specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
Howard Univ Coll of Med, Washington Dc 1985
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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