
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Michael Miller and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
Dr. Miller and his staff provide comprehensive and compassionate care. He believes that the best care is provided through a partnership with his patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Specializing In
• Total Knee Replacement
• Total Hip Replacement
• Total Knee Joint Revision
• Total Hip Joint Revision
• Hip arthritis
• Knee arthritis
• Hip Fractures
• Arthroscopy Meniscus Tears
• Instability
• Knee Fracture
• Specialized Surgical Techniques
• Computer Assisted Surgery
Interests & Activities
Dr. Michael Miller is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in Adult Reconstructive Surgery on the hip and knee with a special emphasis on complex reconstructive procedures. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Arizona where he was an athletic trainer for intercollegiate sports. He attended medical school at the University of Arizona where he graduated with honors. Dr. Miller completed his orthopedic residency training at the University of Arizona. In addition to his residency training, Dr. Miller completed an Adult Reconstructive and Joint Replacement Fellowship at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City.
Dr. Miller has been in private practice in Tucson since 2004 where he has a teaching affiliation with the University of Arizona as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. He has a special emphasis on outpatient total joint replacement. Dr. Miller is a fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and a member of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons and Western Orthopedic Association. Dr. Miller has been involved in providing free hip and knee replacement surgery to patients in underdeveloped countries, including Honduras and Mexico.
Hospital Affiliations
Banner - University Medical Center Tucson
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: University of Utah Orthopaedic Center, Adult Hip & Knee Reconstruction, 2004
- Residency: University of Arizona Health Sciences Center-Orthopaedic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, 2003
- Internship: University of Arizona Health Sciences Center-General Surgery, General Surgery, 1999
- Medical School: University of Arizona College of Medicine, 1998
Board Certifications
- Orthopaedic Surgery: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 2017
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Locations
- Banner - University Medicine Orthopedic Clinic
- 1555 East River Road, Suite 125, Tucson, AZ 85718
- phone: 520-321-9850
- fax: 520-321-9005
Testimonials
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455 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Excellent doctor. Very knowledgeable and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr Miller is a very experienced Doctor with an ability to communicate at an individual level with his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
I have complete confidence in Dr. Miller. He has performed all 3 of my joint replacements. I feel fortunate to have found Dr. Miller and his staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/8/2025
Great listener regarding my problem. Took his time and set with me explaining the X-rays and treatment options. He was great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/7/2025
Best knee surgeon in Tucson
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/26/2025
He is very person-oriented and patient-centered. Listens and keeps it light.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
He was very friendly and helpful. He reviewed everything in detail concerning my knee.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
He listens, explains, is concerned and compassionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
He was knowledgeable and explained my health concern. How I may managed it going forward but didn't rule out that surgery may be needed in the future. Encouraged me to keep doing what I have been as in walking and just keep moving.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
Dr. Miller was recommended as an above average surgeon and he did not disappoint.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
I worked with Dr. Miller at a local hospital. I saw first hand his bedside manner and his surgical outcomes and knew he was the person to be able to help with my husbands issue. My husband felt very cared for after the visit and is relieved to know there's a plan to help with his knee.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
Very Professional Surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2025
Dr. Miller is very attentive and listened to my concerns and I felt heard and understood.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
He is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2025
He has a stellar reputation for knee replacement surgery and he has been very informative about what to expect before and after surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Doctor Miller has done my knee and hip. I was very satisfied with the results.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/3/2025
I have utmost confidence in him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/2/2025
He's skilled, he listens and he obviously loves his job. After seeing him I'm reassured about my options. He's the best and my replaced right hip can verify that fact!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
friendly and knows what he is doing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/31/2025
Complete trust in Dr. Miller.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
Dr. Miller is confident in his work, explains step by step what his plans are.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/30/2025
One of the best doctor for this problem.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/26/2025
Dr. Miller was very kind. He listened to my questions and concerns and answered each one thoroughly. He was very positive about my progress and encouraging as to what I still need to do.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
He was excellent at assessing my issues and offering options for addressing them!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/23/2025
Dr Miller is a wonderful doctor, wish more drs were like him. Very pleasant, knowledgeable, patient, and kind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/22/2025
Very good interaction, answered all questions, felt very at ease with him, positive attitude
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/20/2025
he is a wonderful physician, surgeon very talented, kind, and compassionate
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/5/2025
Dr. Miller is very compassionate and listens to what you have to say. He really cares and listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Dr. Miller listened. He was knowledgeable, caring, and empathetic. He was personable and used humor appropriately.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Dr. Miller is an excellent Orthopedic surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/2/2025
Expertise, attitude, personality.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2025
I can trust him. He did an excellent job on my knee replacement.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
Good Doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2025
Dr. Miller was very knowledgeable about some complex issues involving my issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2025
He's a great listener and provides answers to all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2025
Dr. Miller was great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Doctor Miller replaced my left knee Approx. 5 years ago. and just recently replaced my right knee. I feel very comfortable around Dr. Miller, he has a way about him that makes you feel you're in good hands. Mainly because I think he's earned it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/4/2025
Excellent doctor. Extremely compassionate during first visit after surgery. He listened to my concerns and we talked through them and how to recover in the right direction.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/1/2025
Excellent doctor who has helped many of my friends
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
I'm truly grateful for Dr Miller's expertise, knowledge, compassion and thoroughness regarding the prognosis of my left hip.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/31/2025
He's the best knee doctor ever.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/21/2025
Dr Miller is an exceptional surgeon. He is thoughtful and caring. He is someone that loves what he does. I'm sure those that work with him love working with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2025
Excellent physician, amazing bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/17/2025
Excellent surgeon and doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
I just can't say enough great things about her. Excellence Exceeding all expectations. Very pleased and will recommend to everyone who may require serin the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
Reputation. Have friends who had operations performed by him and gave very high praise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/3/2025
Answered my questions and concerns. Very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/1/2025
Excellent Dr.! Very patient, explains everything that will happen to you. Reassures you about your care and that he will be there from beginning to end to make sure that you are taken care of properly. He has excellent skills and also great bedside manor. I think that he the top of the list.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
He is very down to earth and personable. He knew exactly what the problems could be, how to determine them and the options for treatment.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/25/2025
Fabulous surgeon and lovely human
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Dr. Miller was easy to talk to, asked me several pertinent questions about my health which would be very important information he would need for a future surgery. He explained things thoroughly and thoughtfully. I did not feel rushed. I would definitely feel confident about Dr. Miller doing my knee replacement surgery in the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2025
Dr. Miller is the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr. Miller took his time to ask and answer questions. Very good personality. Cared about my condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/14/2025
Friendly, knowledgeable and answered my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
He's a wonderful doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2025
Dr. Miller was great at listening to my concerns, pain and physical limitations. He was very attentive and he showed care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2025
He listens to patients concerns. Dr. Miller communicates with language the patient can understand and he makes sure there are no further questions at the end of the appt.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/27/2025
Dr. Miller explained options thoroughly and addressed all concerns. Very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Dr. Miller has an excellent way of communicating with patients in clear, easy to understand conversations. He described my hip situation using my recent x-ray images and we looked at them together as he discussed particulars. He was recommended to me by friends who had hip replacement surgery with Dr. Miller.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2025
Very attentive and listened to all my questions with proper explanations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
I was impressed with his willingness to listen to me, the clarity with which he explained my problem and how to address it. He made no promises, but was clear about the possibilities and risks of corrective surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
Dr Michael Miller is an awesome surgeon. He is caring, very kind and respectful. I highly recommend him. You are so very fortunate to have him as part of Banner University Medicine.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/23/2025
I believe Dr Miller is the best hip and knee surgeon in Tucson. Multiple people recommended him prior to my needing his expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/21/2025
He is professional, knowledgeable and well known as one of the best doctors in the orthopedic field. He is personable and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/20/2025
Caring, thorough, professional, really kind, overall a good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2025
Family and friends come to him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
He communicates well, as my wife - another of his patients - had told me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Outstanding work ethic, compassionate and truly cares.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Dr. Miller is very knowledgeable, easy to understand when explaining, and shows concern for his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Dr Miller is par excellence and an outlier both professionally and personally.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/8/2025
Dr. Miller is very knowledgeable and very straightforward
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Very professional and down to earth when speaking. Dr Miller is very relaxed and really informative when describing the procedure
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
Extremely knowledgeable and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
He is very good at his profession
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
Very thorough, patient, listener and encouraging!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
Explained care. Supportive. Kind. Knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
He is a fantastic doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/1/2025
Dr. Miller is warm and welcoming and shares information openly. I first met him when he was a resident with Dr. Benjamin. Absolute confidence in him!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Spent a great deal of time explaining step by step of my upcoming procedure.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
He's everything I was looking for in a surgeon.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/23/2025
Dr. Miller explained everything done up to date. Answered all my questions completely. Made sure I had a doctor's note for work. Instilled the confidence that I will completely heal.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
He did a great job on surgery, is personable, explained everything in thorough and understandable way, never seemed to be in a hurry. Would highly recommend him to others.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
I enjoyed our interaction. Dr Miller was kind, informative and forthcoming in discussing my hip replacement surgery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Dr. Michael Miller listens well, explains his surgical procedure well, and my healing is progressing well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Upbeat, direct, caring likable, great surgical skill and helpful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Professional and truly cares about the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
Excellent service and very professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/18/2025
He listens to your concerns
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
Explained everything very well. Took time to answer all my questions. Good bedside manner.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
He is good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
He is professional, friendly, and the best in Tucson.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
Excellent experienced surgeon who also takes his time explaining diagnosis and treatment plans clearly, empathetically and doesn't rush. Friendly and a good sense of humor. The team is similarly warm and friendly, clear with next steps, what to expect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
He's a great doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/10/2025
Dr. Miller took the time to examine my knee plus go over my x-ray, discussed my surgery options and thoroughly explained what his plans were for my knee from pre-op to the day I get discharged from the hospital
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/8/2025
Knew all about me, addressed a new concern immediately
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
He is the only doctor in Tucson I trust. He is the very best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2025
Dr Miller is very professional and knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
Very friendly and professional. He was concerned, thorough, forthright and explained things well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2025
Dr. Miller was wonderful and explained everything to my satisfaction.
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