D.T. Miller

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D.T. Miller is a urologic surgeon and researcher whose work centers on optimizing perioperative care and reducing unnecessary opioid use in major cancer surgery. His most impactful study, "Discharge Opioids are Unnecessary Following Radical Cystectomy" (2022), challenges long-standing prescribing practices by demonstrating that patients undergoing this complex procedure can be safely discharged without opioid analgesics. This work, cited 4 times, has contributed to a growing movement toward opioid-sparing protocols in urologic oncology, directly addressing the national opioid crisis. Miller’s research emphasizes evidence-based pain management, enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) pathways, and patient safety. By showing that radical cystectomy—one of the most morbid urologic procedures—does not mandate postoperative opioids, he has provided a replicable framework for reducing opioid exposure without compromising pain control. His findings have implications for surgical quality improvement and public health, positioning him as a voice for responsible prescribing in urology. Miller’s work continues to influence clinical guidelines and resident education, underscoring the potential for high-volume, high-acuity surgeries to lead the way in opioid stewardship.