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Dr. Lucy Miller, MD

Dr. Lucy Miller, MD

Nephrology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Lucy Miller, MD is a nephrologist in La Mesa, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Miller has extensive experience in Nephrological Conditions and Glomerulonephritis & Nephropathy. She graduated from Fac Med Santa Amaro in 1982. She is affiliated with medical facilities Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Balboa Nephrology - La Mesa

8851 Center Dr Ste 505 La Mesa, CA 91942
Telehealth available

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(619) 461-3880

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Miller is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center Chula Vista, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Miller specializes in the area of Nephrology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Miller's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Miller

4.3
6 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
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1 star
17%
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Great doctor
First time seeing Ms.miller she came in greeted me and my daughter asked us question went over previous labs and wanted to get down to bottle of myLabs . Just seem really Dedicated to every question I had . Just overall great experience thank you and team of staff for everything
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Apr 19, 2025
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Love Dr. Miller
Dr. Miller is very personable and explains everything until you understand.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Apr 18, 2025
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Extremely poor bedside manner
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
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 07, 2024
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dr. Miller is the best of the best
when I was first diagnosed with kidney disease, it was Dr. Miller who diagnosed me properly. Dr. Miller also was the first doctor I had seen who told me that taking iron tabs every day for iron-deficiency anemia was not enough so she sent me for my first iron infusion. Dr. Miller was the first doctor to insist that I use my c-pap as a way to lower my bp. Dr. Miller was the one who sent me for sciatica shots to attend to the pain in my back. Although, Dr. Miller is a nephrologist, she was concerned about all of my health issues. She always had time for me! I now see a hematologist who continues iron infusions whenever necessary. I now have had sleep studies which left me with continued use of a cpap machine. Thank you, Dr. Lucy Miller for being the best of the best! Your concern and care for your patients amazes me.
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
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Lois Pippen – Mar 24, 2023
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Really Cares
Really cares about her patients, doesn't rush you, informative, and hands on.
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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CB – Aug 31, 2022
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Dr. Lucy Miller is a wonderful, caring, extremely knowledgeable doctor. Whenever you go to her pleasant office, your wait to see her is minimal, but the time she spends with you is as long as you need. There is no rushing and she answers any other medical questions you may have in a calming manner.
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
Helpful
Carol Shear in San Diego – Oct 21, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Miller moved from San Francisco to San Diego in 1996 to attend a Nephrology Fellowship at UCSD. She loved this beautiful city and its community, and she was honored to be able to join Balboa Nephrology Medical Group.\n\nDr Miller has a very...read more

biography

Dr. Miller moved from San Francisco to San Diego in 1996 to attend a Nephrology Fellowship at UCSD. She loved this beautiful city and its community, and she was honored to be able to join Balboa Nephrology Medical Group.\n\nDr. Miller has a very...read more

  • Nephrology

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  • Highland General Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1995

  • University Of California, San Diego

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • Highland General Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Fac Med Santa Amaro

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Nephrology
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Locations

Balboa Nephrology - La Mesa

Balboa Nephrology - La Mesa8851 Center Dr Ste 505 La Mesa, CA 91942
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

    751 Medical Center Ct
    Chula Vista, CA 91911
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr
    La Mesa, CA 91942
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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