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Dr. Nathan Miller, MD

Dr. Nathan Miller, MD

Pain Medicine*

Dr. Nathan Miller, MD is a pain medicine physician in San Diego, CA. He is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 53 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (53 reviews)

Practice

2020 Camino del Rio N Ste 805 San Diego, CA 92108
Telehealth available

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Dr. Miller's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Miller

3.6
53 ratings, 34 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
8%
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3 star
2%
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2 star
4%
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1 star
28%
28%

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Multiple Mistakes
Among other mistakes made: this doctor’s PA ordered the wrong MRI. I didn’t know this until I reached the imaging facility. Of course, I still needed the correct MRI done. Dr. Miller and his Office Manager, Melissa, insisted I cover the cost of both MRIs, even though the first one was done as a result of their sloppy work.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Patient – Aug 14, 2024
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Cannot Recommend
Telehealth
I found this doctor to be distracted and inattentive His office staff had no problem leaving for the weekend without refilling my needed medication.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
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Fibromyalgia Patient – Jun 21, 2024
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Dr. Miller is fine, but do not accept treatment from one of the PAs. The wrong procedure was ordered on my behalf by one of them, and the Office Manager refused to absorb my share of the cost. I can’t afford to pay for providers’ mistakes, can you?
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Oct 12, 2020
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I just recently moved over to Dr. Miller after issues arose with the pain management practice I was previously with. So far I have been very happy with Dr. Miller and his approach to pain management. If you are looking for a pain management doctor who still believes in treating the patient and addressing the patients needs, I would highly recommend Dr. Miller.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 14, 2020
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Love Dr. Miller!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you want to be injected by anyone in San Diego, it's Dr. Miller!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Sarah V – Nov 13, 2019
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I've been a patient of Dr. Nathan Miller for years. He's the best for numerous reasons. Quality time with patients, his staff have excellent customer service skills. I'm writing about todays visit with Gina G. Gina, you're the bomb! And she has all the quality's I've wrote above. And go Charlie with your water babies at the Y with your parents dude!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Michael S in Carlsbad, CA – Jun 25, 2019
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Dr Miller and his staff are all great, extremely helpful answering questions and explaining what they are doing. I believe l've had 3 shots and am ready to try again.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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May 16, 2019
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I have been seeing dr. Miller for over a year due to breaking my back and the following surgeries. Unfortunately I see mostly his associates now, but when it is an important step he was right there with me.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Apr 21, 2019
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Dr. Miller has been a god send to me. He is the most understanding and effective pain management physician I have seen. Thank you Dr. Miller for giving me hope!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 16, 2019
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Dr. Miller has been my pain management Dr. For over 3 yrs. Hes by far the best. Hes one of very few who listens to you about your pain. I feel we have come a long way and now I need to do my part to help things along, LOSE WEIGHT!!! So as for Dr Miller hes the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Linda Peart in LEMON GROVE, CA – Feb 28, 2019
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Always a great experience with Dr. Miller. He always talks to me during procedures. From his travels to the Westminster Dog Show, to how his kids are doing in school. I also love hearing about his UCLA days! He's a good guy, a great doctor, and has taken away my back pain!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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San Marcos, CA – Feb 05, 2019
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I’ve had several appointments with Dr. Miller and undergone a handful of procedures with him I’m pleased with my experience. The one suggestion I have is when he’s doing a procedure to talk a little with the patient. He mostly talks to his assistant . I’m not always sure if he’s speaking to me or not. All in all I’d recommend him for those suffering spinal pain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Jan 27, 2019
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Dr. MILLER AND ASSOCIATES are wonderful understanding people. They follow all rules and standards. I feel confidante they take good cate of me. All calls should go to home # 760-231-7343. Text me to my cell (909) 534-7195. Thank you. Esther Ferrell Castillo
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Esther Ferrell Castillo in Oceanside es – Jan 27, 2019
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Yes I would
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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San Diego, CA – Jan 26, 2019
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Dr. Miller is very through. He does not push drugs. Is very supportive in natural methods, love his office staff too.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 others found this helpful
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Nancie Froning in Escondido, CA – Jan 26, 2019
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Dr. Miller has been such a Blessing to Me ! I absolutely Love this Man, He needs to be teaching, so many Drs. would benefit from his knowledge & true ability to listen. He really cares.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Kathryn Campbell in Carlsbad, CA – Jan 26, 2019
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Dr. Miller and his staff have always provided personalized care plan and excellent service. I am a nurse and highly recommend Dr. Miller for pain management that is multidisciplinary, compassionate care.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 17, 2019
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I have serious doubts about this doctor's motives and integrity after a year of really odd appointments. The few times I saw him he would rush through an exam where I repeated everything from the previous visit never bothering to review his notes or read my medical history. I left after he and his assistants suggested I cut back and save up pain killers for an upcoming surgery rather than have them write a different prescription. It was obvious that my pain was never his focus. This dr. is shady
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Pain daddy in Carlsbad, CA – Aug 14, 2018
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Dr. Miller is a great physician! He has helped me through a difficult time in my life. I'd recommend him to anyone. His assistants are great too!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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B in none – Aug 09, 2018
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They to have fallen victim to fear that prevents Dr.s from fully caring for their patients due to government interference. It has started to reflect in how the Nurse prac. relate to patients as well. Not really any fault of their own. Any Dr. that defy this undertreatment and anti opioid policy get in big trouble.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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betty in carlsbad, CA – Aug 02, 2018
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care philosophy

Dr. Miller is at the forefront in the treatment and management of a wide variety of acute and chronic pain disorders. He is a strong proponent of a multi-disciplinary approach in pain management to improve outcome and increase quality of life....read more
  • Pain Medicine

  • Interventional Pain Medicine

  • Anesthesiology

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  • University Of Virginia Health System

    Residency Hospital, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office2020 Camino del Rio N Ste 805 San Diego, CA 92108
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Scripps Memorial Hospital-Encinitas354 Santa Fe Dr Encinitas, CA 92024
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Practice

Coastal Pain & Spinal Diagnostics Medical Group Inc.6221 Metropolitan St Ste 201 Carlsbad, CA 92009
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