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Howard Ipanza Miller

Howard Ipanza Miller, MD

4.8297 ratings, 35 reviews

Urology

Accepting New Patients
Video Visits Available
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Highlights

Age Groups Seen

  • Adult (18-65)
  • Adults over 65

Languages

  • Spanish
  • French
  • English

Gender

Male

About Howard Ipanza Miller

Howard Miller, MD, is a board-certified urologist who provides care for men and women. He specializes in treating urologic conditions that include urinary tract infections, Peyronie’s disease, frequent urination, erectile dysfunction, kidney stones, overactive bladder, bladder cancer, prostate cancer and kidney cancer.

He also performs a variety of routine and advanced surgical procedures including robotic surgery, circumcision, vasectomy, bladder tumor removal, GreenLight™ laser prostatectomy and the UroLift® procedure for treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Dr. Miller has a clinical interest in robotic surgery.

Board-certified in urology, Dr. Miller earned his medical degree from the New York Medical College in Valhalla, NY. This was followed by a residency at the State University of New York at Buffalo University Hospital.

In his spare time, he enjoys reading, oil painting and travel, as well as practicing martial arts.

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Locations

  1. Geisinger Lewistown - Urology
  2. Geisinger Lewistown - Urology
  3. Geisinger Healthplex State College - Urology
  4. Geisinger Healthplex State College - Urology

Expertise

Education

  • Residency: SUNY at Buffalo, University Hospital, 2006
  • Internship: SUNY at Buffalo, University Hospital, 2002
  • Doctor of Medicine: New York Medical College, 2001

Board Certifications

  • Urology: American Board of Urology

Insurance

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Ratings & Reviews

4.8 out of 5

297 ratings, 35 reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions (shown below) from our independently conducted surveys (by Press Ganey Associates) sent to patients within two weeks after their visit with their care provider.

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Concern shown for your questions/worries
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CP discuss treatments
Search reviews
    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 3/4/2026

    Great visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/25/2026

    I especially appreciate his allowing me to have a sense of control over my treatment, and his candor In discussing my needs. I'm a big fan.

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 2/16/2026

    Doctor was friendly, personal, and professional. My first time seeing him and regard him as a very skilled professional.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/30/2026

    Good experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 1/17/2026

    No complaints

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/24/2025

    Dr. Miller was great, he addressed my problem and quickly resolved it. Great Dr., kind spirit and compassionate. Thank you Dr. Miller for helping me get back to a normal day to day life. [...]

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/23/2025

    Dr.Howard Miller is a wonderful doctor! Very courteous, listens to my concerns, explains my test results so that I understand them. I have recommended him to others & will continue to recommend others in the future.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/12/2025

    Very good and positive visit.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/3/2025

    Dr. Miller is an excellent doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 12/2/2025

    Dr Miller was very thorough and explained everything very well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/20/2025

    I am so fortunate to have Dr.Miller as my Uro doctor. I feel confident my best outcome is taken to heart here.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/19/2025

    All was good

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 11/12/2025

    Great

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/27/2025

    My visit overall was very reassuring

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/22/2025

    Great service

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/19/2025

    Dr.Miller was patient and professional. Great experience. [...]

    2 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/16/2025

    He was not in the room long enough to talk to me about anything.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/4/2025

    Good visit

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 10/2/2025

    Fantastic experience

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/24/2025

    He answers all questions very well.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    My opinion of Dr. Miller has changed since our first meeting. I'm more comfortable with him now and value his advice.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/15/2025

    Great to hear his thoughts on my current situation

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/12/2025

    All day every day!

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 9/10/2025

    Good experience so far except for the wait to get in time.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/29/2025

    I was very impressed with Dr Miller this being my first visit with him

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/20/2025

    Dr. Miller, is a terrific doctor.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/15/2025

    Is wasn't sure there was anything to do for my concerns but Dr. Miller prescribed a medication that took care of it.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/13/2025

    Dr Miller prescribed a new medication which is working very well

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 8/7/2025

    Far and away, Dr. Miller is among the top in his profession. I would recommend HIM.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/31/2025

    Dr Miller was fantastic. He was very helpful and kind. Explained everything he was doing and about to do.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/24/2025

    Dr Miller is the best!! Very knowledgeable. Very professional. Answered all my questions. I place all my confidence in the care I received

    4 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 7/11/2025

    Urine sample went missing

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 6/5/2025

    Had negative experiences before getting him as a [...]. So glad to have gotten in with him. He listened and didn't brush me off. I'm getting somewhere with him. He is helping.

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 5/13/2025

    Dr. Miller is excellent!

    5 out of 5 stars
    Reviewed on 4/18/2025

    [...] he was cheerful, attentive, and helpful, as always.