Matthew C. Miller, M.D.
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery , Otolaryngology (ENT) , Surgery , Cancer
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About Me
• Cancers of the Head and Neck
• Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
• Anterior Cranial Base Surgery
• Endoscopic Skullbase Surgery
• Transoral Robotic Surgery
• Transoral Laser Microsurgery
• Microvascular Free Tissue Transfer
• Cancers of the Head and Neck
• Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
• Anterior Cranial Base Surgery
• Endoscopic Skullbase Surgery
• Transoral Robotic Surgery
• Transoral Laser Microsurgery
• Microvascular Free Tissue Transfer
Dr. Miller, a Rochester native, specializes in head and neck cancer and microvascular reconstructive surgery. He received his medical degree from SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse and comes to the University of Rochester after completing residency at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia and advanced fellowship training in head and neck oncologic surgery and microvascular reconstruction at Ohio State University.
An assistant professor in Otolaryngology, Miller specializes in cancers of the head and neck, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, and anterior cranial base surgery, among other areas. His research interests include considering the role of human papilloma virus in head and neck cancers, novel surgical approaches in head and neck surgery, and delineating optimal treatment paradigms for oropharyngeal carcinoma. Dr. Miller has published in many leading journals, and has written several review articles and textbook chapters.
Professional Background
Dr. Miller specializes in cancers of the head and neck, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, and anterior cranial base surgery, among other areas. His research interests include considering the role of human papilloma virus in head and neck cancers, novel surgical approaches in head and neck surgery, and delineating optimal treatment paradigms for oropharyngeal carcinoma.
Dr. Miller's Areas of Expertise Include:
• Cancers of the Head and Neck
• Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery
• Anterior Cranial Base Surgery
• Endoscopic Skullbase Surgery
• Transoral Robotic Surgery
• Transoral Laser Microsurgery
• Microvascular Free Tissue Transfer
Certified Specialties
Otolaryngology, Head And Neck Surgery - American Board of Otolaryngology
Faculty Appointments
Professor - Department of Otolaryngology (SMD)
Professor - Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine (SMD) - Joint
Professor - Department of Neurosurgery (SMD) - Joint
Professor - Department of Surgery (SMD) - Joint
Credentials
Residency & Fellowship
Fellowship, Fellow, Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. 2008 - 2009
Residency, Resident, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. 2004 - 2008
Internship, Surgery (General Surgery), Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. 2003 - 2004
Education
MD | SUNY Upstate Medical University College of Medicine. 2003
Awards
Resident Poster Competition Prize - 3rd Place. 2007
Best Clinical Research Paper Award, Section on Otolaryngology. 2006
Balshi Prize: Best Resident Research Paper, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. 2006
Excellence in Medical Student Teaching Award, Department of Surgery. 2004
Research
An assistant professor in Otolaryngology, Dr. Miller specializes in cancers of the head and neck, thyroid and parathyroid surgery, and anterior cranial base surgery, among other areas. His research interests include considering the role of human papilloma virus in head and neck cancers, novel surgical approaches in head and neck surgery, and delineating optimal treatment paradigms for oropharyngeal carcinoma.
He most recently was a clinical instructor at Ohio State University.
In addition to his patient care duties, Dr. Miller maintains an active interest in clinical and translational research programs, has published in many leading journals, and has written several review articles and textbook chapters.
Publications
Journal Articles
Miller M.C.; Agrawal A.
Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery. 2009; 2(117): 111-15.
Eller R.L.; Miller M.C.; Weinstein J.; Sataloff R.T.
Journal of Voice. 2009; 2(23): 229-34.
Correlation of PET with fine needle aspiration biopsies in head and neck malignancy.
Ciocca V; Miller MC; Keane WM; Bibbo M.
Acta Cytologica. 2009; .
Prevalence of complementary and alternative medicine use among a population of head and neck cancer patients.
Miller MC; Difabio T; Keane WM; Pribitkin EA.
ENT Journal. 2009; .
Miller M.C.; Spiegel J.R.
Surgical oncology clinics of North America. 2008; 1(17): 121-44, viii-ix.
Miller M.C.; Schmidt R.J.; Keller M.S.; Murphy S.G.; Reilly J.S.
The Laryngoscope. 2007; 11(117): 2013-16.
Miller M.C.; Rubin C.J.; Cunnane M.; Bibbo M.; Miller J.L.; Keane W.M.; Pribitkin E.A.
Thyroid. 2007; 6(17): 557-65.
Miller M.C., Rosales L.G., Kelly K.C., Henry J.B.
Journal of clinical apheresis. 2005; 3(20): 154-65.
Henry J.B.; Miller M.C.; Kelly K.C.; Champney D.
Journal of clinical apheresis. 2002; 2(17): 55-64.
Books
Greenfield's Surgery: Scientific Principles and Practice, 5th ed. (2010)
Chapter: Head and Neck
Authors: Miller MC; Moyer J; Teknos TN
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins 2010
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Patient Comments
Dr. Miller is very thorough!
Dec 27, 2023
Dr. Miller is a huge asset to U of R and significant reason I got exellent care.
Jul 11, 2023
Dr. Miller always displays compassion and is kind during my visits. He is kind and takes time to make sure I understand my health and answer any questions I may have. The clinic is so easy to work with and schedule follow up appointments and additional tests.
Jun 24, 2023
Dr. Miller is always the BEST!
May 31, 2023
Dr. Miller provides excellent care. He is brilliant in his field, empathetic and straight forward with my health condition. He really cares.
May 26, 2023
Dr. Miller and his staff were excellent. They were friendly, they listened, and they provided the best care I could have received.
May 09, 2023
Dr. Miller is an excellent and skilled provider. He offered detailed explanations to my questions and it was a pleasure to talk with him.
Apr 17, 2023
Dr. Miller provided a detailed explanation of my condition and the options available to me. We discussed risks vrs benefits of surgery. He listened to my concerns and answered my questions, so I feel confident that I have made the right decision to have the surgery and to have Dr. Miller as my surgeon.
Mar 04, 2023
Have recommended doctor to others Dr. Miller. Has done very well for me for over 10 yrs. he is an excellent doctor.
Jan 24, 2023
Dr. Miller is excellent & shows concern for patient issues Highly recommend.
Sep 16, 2022
I was bummed out about something else but after my appointment I forgot about that and felt great!
Aug 25, 2022
Dr Miller is always the best.
Aug 15, 2022
Good job.
Jun 27, 2022
Dr. Miller is the best ever!
Apr 04, 2022
Dr. Miller is one of a kind in my book he's very friendly knowledgeable courteous and listens to you and your concerns [...]
Feb 05, 2022