From Canada to the Operating Room: Dr. Dennis Miller on Oral Surgery and Serving His Community

What does it take to build a career in medicine while staying deeply connected to your community? Dr. Dennis Miller has spent decades doing exactly that. In this episode, Dr. Miller joins Levi to share his journey from growing up in Northern Ontario to becoming a co-owner of Siouxland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. As an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, he has spent years performing complex surgical procedures, serving on hospital trauma teams, and helping patients through some of their most challenging medical moments. What You'll Hear: Dr. Miller breaks down what oral and maxillofacial surgery actually involves, from wisdom teeth removal to complex facial trauma cases. He also shares the path that led him into the field, the realities of practicing medicine for decades, and how staying involved in both the medical community and the local community has shaped his career. You’ll hear insights into the discipline required to succeed in medicine, the responsibility that comes with surgical care, and the importance of building trust with patients and the community you serve.