Personal Philosophy:
Rachel Miller, PA-C, originally thought she would become a nurse, but as she learned more about the role of PAs, she became fascinated with anatomy and surgical procedures. During her clinical rotations, she found she really enjoyed being in the operating room and being a co-pilot to the surgeon. She takes special care in educating her patients so they don’t need to be readmitted to the hospital after surgery.
Special Medical Interests:
- Metabolic/bariatric surgery
- Robotic surgery
- Advance care planning
Education:
- BS, biology, biomedical science, University of Wisconsin, LaCrosse, Wis.
- MS, Physician Assistant Studies, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago, Ill.
Licensure:
Physician Assistant, Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
Certifications:
- NCCPA Board Certified
- Basic Life Support Certified
Memberships:
- American Academy of Physician Assistants
- Minnesota Academy of Physician Assistants
Leadership:
- Member, North Memorial Robbinsdale Professional Staff Credentialing Committee
- Adjunct Faculty for Bethel University PA Program, St. Paul, Minn.
- Preceptor for PA students, St. Catherine University, St. Paul, Minn.
Awards:
Israel Light Leadership Award, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Community Involvement:
- Guest lecturer for PA program, Bethel University, St. Paul, Minn.
- Preceptor for PA students, St. Catherine University, St. Paul, Minn.
What’s special about Specialists in General Surgery?
It is a great group of people who come together with a common goal of providing excellent patient-centered surgical care. They have provided me with a practice that has enabled me to grow my own skills and to join in providing innovative care.
