Specialties
Patient Rating
Patients consistently praise Dr. Miller for his clinical expertise and thorough, thoughtful care. Commenters emphasize that he listens attentively, explains diagnoses and treatment options in clear, non-technical terms, and takes the time needed to address questions and include patients in decisions. Many describe him as compassionate, responsive, and a trusted long-term physician.
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Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Internal Medicine
-Professor (Clinical) |
|---|---|
| Academic Divisions |
General Medicine
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Education history
| Chief Resident | Internal Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine | Chief Resident |
|---|---|---|
| Residency | Internal Medicine - University of Utah School of Medicine | Resident |
| Internship | University of Utah School of Medicine | Intern |
| Professional Medical | George Washington University | M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Colorado College | B.A. |
Selected Publications
Patent
- Jacobson K, Kirk K, Miller T, Mine K (1990). Derivatization of amines for electrochemical detection. U.S. Patent No. US4908322 A. Washington, D.C.:U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
News & Podcasts
News
- U of U Health Begins Administering Second Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine
- University of Utah Health Will Resume Elective Surgeries
- Two of the Nation’s Top Public Health Officials Visit U of U Health
- Migraine Auras 'Turn Up the Volume'of the Senses
- Possible New Treatment for a Childhood Cancer
- First Two Grants for U's New School of Dentistry Will Focus on Drug Addiction, Pain Regulation and Reward Systems
- University of Utah and Memorial Hospital Sign Master Affiliation Agreement
- University Of Utah Health Care First Hospital System In Country To Post Online Physician Reviews And Comments
Podcasts
- Omega-3 Supplements Reduce Risk of Stroke and Heart Attack
- Do You Still Need An Annual Prostate Exam?
- Protect Yourself From Opioid Addiction By Asking Your Doctor These Questions
- What is Gout and Am I At Risk?
- How to Recognize and Treat Seasonal Allergies
- Does Gargling Salt Water Help a Sore Throat?
- Listener Question: What to do if I Can't Go to Sleep?
- What's Causing My Dizziness?
- Could You Have Fatty Liver Disease?
- Can the Same Illness Have Different Symptoms?
- What's Causing My Sore Throat?
- Why You Should Care About Your Cholesterol
- Listener Question: Is it Possible to Have Different Symptoms From the Same Bug?
- Weak Bones Can Lead to Serious Back Problems
- Modern Casts for a Broken Bone
- Listener Question: Should I Worry if I Still Have a Cough After a Cold?
- Using Your BMI to Predict Disease
- EMGs Aren’t as Painful as You’d Think
- Treating Dupuytrens Contracture
- Let a Broken Collarbone Heal Naturally, or Not?
- Trauma Center or ER for Broken Bone?
- Ultrasound for Your Joints and Bones
- What to Do When a Broken Bone Heals the Wrong Way
- Will You Actually Live Longer if You Quit Smoking?
- Diagnosing and Treating Frozen Shoulder Without Surgery
- The Difference Between Strains, Sprains and Fractures
- How to Determine Which Hip Replacement Surgery Method is Best for You
- What You Need to Know About Rotator Cuff Tear Treatment and Recovery
- When a "Pop" Signals an ACL Tear: Diagnosis and Next Steps
- Dislocated Shoulders in Athletes: How to Treat and Prevent Instability
- What to Expect When Treating Spinal Scoliosis with Surgery
- What Could Be Causing Your Chronic Cough?
- Getting Rid of that “100-Day Cough”
- Sharp Pain Down Your Leg? It Could Be Sciatica
- Scoliosis is a Common Problem that Can Turn Serious
- Level 1 Trauma Experts: Your Life-saving Team
- You Can’t Cast It: Pelvic Fracture Treatment
- Whole Organ Transplant for Pancreatic Cancer Treatment
- Knowing What to Expect Helps LASIK Patients Feel More Comfortable
- If You Get Winded Easily It Might Be Pulmonary Hypertension
- Will You Need a Colostomy Bag After Colorectal Cancer Surgery?
- Surgical and Non-Surgical Solutions for Hand Arthritis Pain
- Do I Have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?
- How Do You Know if You Have Hemorrhoids?
- Carpal Tunnel Treatment Options
- Allergies, Cold, or Sinus Infection? How to Tell the Difference
- Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement—Is It Right For Me?
- What Patients Can Do Before Surgery to Heal Better
- Should You Ask for a Test for the Flu?
- Treatment Options for Your Stuffy Nose & Sinuses
- Barrett's Esophagus: When Surgery Is Necessary and What to Expect
- Upper Back or Neck Pain? Maybe Your Spinal Cord is Being Compressed
- Is Diverticulitis Behind Your Abdominal Pain? Learn the Signs and Solutions
- You Just Got Your Lab Results—Should You Worry?
- Thinking of LASIK? What to Know First
- Changing Vision? How to Make Sure Your Eyes are Healthy
- Chronic Foot Pain? It Could Be This Common Condition
- Daily Exercise—Instead of Meds—to Reduce Back Pain
- An Active Lifestyle Could Lead to Ankle Arthritis
- What Does a Pathologist Do?
- Preventing Neck and Back Pain in Cyclists
- What Does a Neonatologist Do?
- New Treatments for Morning Sickness to Help You Enjoy Your Pregnancy
- I’m Pregnant But Sleeping on My Side Hurts
- An Insect Bite Bigger than a Quarter—Should You Go See a Doctor?
- Not Feeling 100% and Not Sure Why? Your Doctor Can Probably Figure it Out
- Frequent Heartburn? You May Want to Visit Your Doctor
- Understanding Multiple Sclerosis: Why Early Diagnosis and Expert Care Matter Most
- An ER Doctor’s First-Aid Kit for a Deserted Island
- Are Your Headaches Severe Enough to Visit a Doctor?
- My Mammogram Came Back Abnormal. Now What?
- Skiing and Snowboarding: Why Helmets Aren’t Enough
- Eating From the Same Bowl – Is It Safe?
- Should You Go to the Doctor If You Have A Cold?
- The Facts About Low Testosterone Treatment
- Cold Sores: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
- Shingles: What You Need to Know and Why it Matters to Your Health
- The Basics of High Blood Pressure
- Groin Pull vs Hip Impingement: What Athletes Need to Know
Dr Miller is the best!
I have never met such a caring person.
After years of being Dr Miller's patient, I can say I have the best Dr in Utah.
Great doc who is knowledgeable and cares about me
Dr. Thomas L Miller, MD. is the man!
I have been a patient of Dr. Miller's for many years. He is knowledgeable regarding my health care issues and provides me the information I need to make objective decisions regarding my health care. He cares about my well being and is compassionate about my care. I believe I receive the best medical care possible from Dr. Miller.
I cannot say enough good things about the man. Always there for me.
Dr Miller is awesome.
Dr. Tom Miller got me in for an exam the day after I told him of a painful inflamed joint. He explained the diagnosis and prescribed treatment which is working, allowing me to get back to my usual activities. As a retired physician, I really appreciate Dr. Miller's concern and medical acumen.
Absolutely the very best care imaginable. One leaves the appointment with great condo that you are in the best hands imaginable and getting the very best possible care!! Exceptional!!
Dr. Miller is always very caring and always had exceptional experience. I have been his patient for a long time and have the greatest trust in his care. Outstanding physician that I am blessed to have!
Dr. Miller is the best!
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Great physician with an insightful talent.
Dr. Miller is the BEST! He is patient, thorough, and answers all my questions.
Dr. Miller is the BEST! He is a great listener, does thorough assessments and answers all my questions.
He is a great doctor. Very caring, personable and easy to communicate with. Very responsive to questions.
Dr. Miller is an excellent doctor!
Dr. Miller has provided excellent health care to me and my family for many years, and despite his many other current responsibilities, that quality of care continues.
Dr Miller is a great doctor. He very well may be the reason I'm still here on earth. I feel I have the best doctor available and when I leave an appointment, he makes me feel like a friend not just a patient.
Dr. Miller is a treasure. Smart, knowledgeable, compassionate and wise.
Thomas L Miller, MD truly leads the team when it comes to diagnosing and treating my health concerns. He goes the extra mile to research any of my questions and concerns. He spends whatever time it takes to make sure that I understand any medical issues that I have and includes me in the decisions that are so vital to my good health.
5 stars
Dr Miller is great.
Extremely knowledgeable, competent, generous with his time and is genuinely interested in my health and well being. He always answers my questions thoroughly and in non-technical terms. Simply put, he is the best!!!
Very careful and consistent and very friendly. Easy to talk to and always interested in what you are concerned about with a suggested course to proceed with.
Dr Miller is the best!
Dr. Miller is very thorough and very caring. He has been a life-saver for me on several occasions. I have several serious physical conditions and he always considers all these conditions before prescribing treatment.
Doctor miller it's very thorough, has great medical instincts and intuition. He has proven this on several occasions.
I cannot imagine a better doctor then Thomas Miller.
Whenever I have a problem Dr.Miller is always there.
Dr Miller is a 10+++
Dr. Miller is an awesome doctor. He listens to me and explains procedures and tests well.
We feel blessed to have Dr. Miller as our primary care physician for the past 30 years.
Our trusted family doctor for years.
I feel fortunate to be one of his patients