Benjamin S. Harris, M.D., M.P.H.

Board Certified Board Certified

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Virginia Beach Location Virginia Beach, VA
Richmond - Henrico Location Richmond - Henrico, VA
Richmond - Stony Point Location Richmond - Stony Point, VA
Roanoke Location Roanoke, VA
Norfolk Location Norfolk, VA
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Patient Testimonial
After our first appointment with Dr. Kallen we knew that he would be the right doctor for us based off of the knowledge, honesty and compassion he showed. We will be forever grateful to Dr. Kallen and his team!

I have been to 5 fertility clinics and seen 6 fertility doctors. Dr. Bressler and Shady Grove was hands down my best experience…by a landslide. Dr. B made me feel like an important individual. I can’t say enough good things about this practice and about Dr B.

At no point in time did I feel hopeless and was always comforted by next steps and kind words. But Dr. Mitchell truly is extra. I felt like her only patient. I can’t speak enough to her kindness. It is my firm belief that she 100000X capable of leading someone to pregnancy success.

I had a wonderful experience with IVF at Shady Grove. The staff were incredibly friendly and supportive throughout the entire process. I am especially grateful for Dr. Sally Vitez, whose positivity and expertise made a significant difference. I couldn’t be more thankful for her and the entire team!

Dr. Davis is the sweetest doctor and Dee is so wonderful I couldn’t imagine going through this journey with any other clinic. Thank you guys so much for everything. If you thinking about doing IVF this clinic is beyond everything you need for your fertility journey.

Dr. Lersten is so kind and explains procedures calmly, which helps relieve anxiety while going through the difficult process of fertility treatments. I am thankful to SGF for helping me build the family I’ve always wanted. I highly recommend SGF to anyone going through infertility.

Biography

Benjamin S. Harris, M.D., M.P.H, is board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (REI). He is proud to serve his patients and community by providing comprehensive fertility services, education, and reproductive surgery.  

Born in Durham and raised in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Dr. Harris earned his undergraduate degree, Doctor of Medicine, and Master of Public Health from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He then completed his residency training in OB/GYN at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina, where he served as an Administrative Chief Resident. From there, Dr. Harris continued his training at Duke University Medical Center to complete his fellowship in REI. During this time, Dr. Harris was recognized for his excellence in research, education, and leadership.  

Dr. Harris is an assistant professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) and serves as the associate program director of the SGF Jones Institute fellowship for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility. He also serves as the director of research for the SGF Southern Virginia region.

As a researcher, Dr. Harris has contributed to numerous publications and presentations exploring such topics as ovarian reserve testing, assisted reproductive technology (ART) outcomes, and reproductive epidemiology. Dr. Harris is committed to evidence-based fertility practice, continuous improvement, and advancing the field through research and innovation. 

In his clinical practice, Dr. Harris enjoys helping patients build their families and plan their reproductive future. His clinical interests include fertility preservation, oncofertility, third-party reproduction, and caring for patients with diminished ovarian reserve.  

Passionate about educating patients and helping them understand the concepts underlying their unique set of reproductive circumstances, Dr. Harris sees patients at SGF Richmond’s Stony Point and Henrico Doctors’ – Forest location, as well as SGF Jones Institute in Norfolk. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends.

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Education

  • Residency: Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina
  • Fellowship: Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina 
  • Graduate: Master’s in Public Health, University of North Carolina Gillings School of Public Health 
  • Fertility and Sterility Journals Star Reviewer  
  • Duke University School of Medicine Golden Apple Teaching Award  
  • Duke University School of Medicine Appleseed Teaching Award (2015,2016) 
  • Duke University Feagin Leadership Scholar  
  • Duke OB/GYN Peter Cartwright Humanism Award  
  • Duke OB/GYN Excellence in Medical Student Teaching Commendation (2021,2022) 
  • Duke OB/GYN Outstanding Intern Teaching Award 
  • Duke OB/GYN Outstanding Resident in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility  
  • American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)  
  • American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)  
  • Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI)
  • National Medical Association (NMA)
  • Harris BS, Jukic AM, Truong T, Nagle CT, Erkanli A, Steiner AZ. Markers of Ovarian Reserve as Predictors of Future Fertility. Fertility and Sterility. 2022 Nov 29: S0015-0282(22)01964-1. Doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2022.10.014. 
  • Peipert BJ, Harris BS, Selter JH, Ramey-Collier K, Blenden R, Unnithan S, Erkanli A, Price TM. Direct-to-Consumer Fertility Testing: Utilization and Perceived Utility Among Fertility Patients and Reproductive Endocrinologists. Reproductive Biomedicine Online. 2022 Nov 17. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rbmo.2022.11.007. 
  • Harris BS, Steiner AZ, Faurot KR, Long A, Jukic AM. Systemic Inflammation and Menstrual Cycle Length in a Prospective Cohort Study. American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology. 2022 Oct 13:S0002-9378(22)00813-4. Doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2022.10.008.  
  • Acharya KS, Harris BS, Weber JM, Truong T, Pieper C, Eaton JL. Impact of increasing anti-mullerian hormone level on in vitro fertilization fresh transfer and live birth rate. Fertility and Sterility Reports. 2022 Jun 30;3(3):223-230. Doi: 10.1016/j.xfre.2022.06.005. eCollection 22 Sep. 
  • Zanolli N, Bishop KC, Kuller JA, Price TM, Harris BS. Fibroids and Fertility: A Comparison of Myomectomy and Uterine Artery Embolization on Fertility and Reproductive Outcomes. Obstetrical and Gynecological Survey. 2022 Aug; 77(8): 485-494. Doi: 10.1097/OGX.0000000000001052.  
  • Harris BS, Muasher SJ. Do not increase the burden for poor responders. Fertility and Sterility. 22 Jan; 117(1):104-105. Doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2021.11.023. Epub 2021 Dec 3.  
  • Harris BS, Jahandideh S, Devine K. How far should we go to avoid PIO?. Fertility and Sterility. 2022;Jan; 117(1):104-105. Doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2021.11.023. Epub 2021 Dec 3. 
  • Harris BS, Acharya KS, Weber JM, Truong T, Eaton JL. Can a higher AMH mitigate some of the age-related decline in pregnancy rates? The association between AMH and live birth among women over 40 undergoing in vitro fertilization. F&S Reports. 2021 Sep 8; 2(4):440- 447. Doi: 10.1016/j.xfre.2021.08.009. eCollection 2021 Dec. 
  • Chung EH, Acharya CR, Harris BS, Acharya KS. Development of a fertility risk calculator to predict individualized chance of ovarian failure after chemotherapy. Journal of Assisted Reproduction and Genetics. 2021 Sep 8. doi: 10.1007/s10815-021-02311-0. Online ahead of print. 
  • Peipert BJ, Spinosa D, Howell EP, Weber JM, Truong T, Harris BS. Innovations in Infertility: a comprehensive analysis of the ClinicalTriaks.gov database. Fertility and Sterility. 2021 July 10;S0015-0282(21)00507-0. Doi: 10.1016/j.fertnstert.2021.06.013. 
  • Harris BS, Jukic AMZ, Steiner AZ. Ovarian Reserve Biomarkers and Menstrual Cycle Length in a Prospective Cohort Study. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. 2021 Mar 27; 106(9):e3748-e3759. doi:10.1210/clinem/dgab204. Online ahead of print. 
  • Harris BS, Bishop KC, Kuller JA, Alkilany S, Price TM, Preimplantation Genetic Testing: A Review of Current Modalities, F&S Reviews (2020), doi: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.xfnr.2020.10.001. 
  • Chung EH, Harris BS, Muasher SJ, Kuller, J. The Risk of Congenital Anomalies by Fertility Treatment Modality. Obstetrical and Gynecological Survey. 2021 Jan;76(1):37-47. doi: 10.1097/OGX.0000000000000855.PMID: 33506877 
  • Shaia KL, Acharya KS, Harris BS, Weber JM, Truong T, Muasher SJ. Total Follicle stimulating hormone dose is negatively correlated with live births in a donor/recipient model with fresh transfer: an analysis of 8,627 cycles from the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology Registry. Fertility and Sterility. 2020 June 17: S0015-0282 (20)30388. doi: 10.1016./j.fertnstert.2020.04.027. 
  • Howell EP, Harris BS, Kuller JA, Acharya KS. Pre-conception Evaluation Prior to In-Vitro Fertilization. Obstetrical and Gynecological Survey. 75(6):359-368, June 2020. 

Q&A

I became a physician to help people and serve my community. I pursued a career in reproductive endocrinology to help patients solve complex problems related to their reproductive health and fertility. I am passionate about working together with patients to achieve their goals through providing a collaborative and educational experience.  

SGF puts the patient first. The foundation of our practice is based on doing what is best for our patients, promoting a strong patient-physician relationship, and fostering teamwork through collaborative care. We are constantly striving to improve the care we provide through education, research, and innovation. In doing so, we can enhance the experience of every single patient as we work toward achieving their fertility goals. 

Every patient has a unique set of experiences, hopes, fears, and goals that can inform the way that I provide care to them. To connect with them, I always start by listening to their story. I am passionate about education and helping patients to understand the concepts underlying their unique set of reproductive circumstances. This way, we can work together to set goals, develop a personalized treatment plan, and work toward achieving their fertility goals.  

I am inspired by my patients and those who have sacrificed and supported me throughout my journey to become a physician, OB/GYN, and reproductive endocrinologist. I would not be here today without the support and encouragement from family, mentors, and colleagues.


My parents, who are both physicians, overcame many challenges to have successful careers in medicine. I have always been inspired by their dedication, work ethic, compassion, and commitment to our community. Through their inspiration, I have always prioritized education, giving back to those behind me, and training the next generation.

Externally, I am laid back and humble. Internally, I am curious, hardworking, and focused. Importantly, I am nonjudgmental and a good listener.

I enjoy spending time with my family and friends during time away from work. My hobbies include weightlifting, high intensity interval training, and spending time at the beach. I like to travel and look forward to future exploration. As a North Carolinian, I am an avid supporter of all things UNC (Go heels!) and the Carolina Panthers.  

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