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Dear Patient and Family,

With a mixture of sadness and gratitude, I announce the closing of my practice after 45 wonderful years in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Eye Muscle Specialty. As of August 30, 2024, I will be retiring.

Serving as your eye doctor has been an immense privilege and honor. Over the years, I have had the joy of building relationships with so many of you and being a part of your lives. I am incredibly grateful, humbled, and appreciative that you have allowed me to be part of your life’s journey, just as you have been a part of mine. Each day of my career has been a unique opportunity to touch lives in ways that have brought me immense joy. I will treasure these memories forever.

I have thoroughly enjoyed living and working in Cincinnati since founding the Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology at Children’s Hospital in July 1979. However, I am now an empty nester. My wife Barbara (who you may know as my "Do-Everything" office manager) and I have two sons and six grandchildren, all of whom reside in
Florida. We are looking forward to moving there and spending much more time with our family.

As my practice closes, I understand the importance of finding a new pediatric ophthalmologist. While it will be up to you to connect with a provider of your choice, I can recommend the following options:

Michael B. Yang, M.D.

  • 7185 Liberty Centre Drive, Suite D
  • Liberty Township, OH 45069
  • Office phone: 513-777-2000
  • Email:
  • libertyeyecenter.org

Pediatric Ophthalmology at Cincinnati Children's Hospital

  • 3333 Burnet Ave.
  • Cincinnati, OH 45229
  • Office: 513-636-4751
  • Scheduling: 513-636-3200
  • CincinnatiChildrens.org

Regarding your medical records, all my records will be transferred to Morgan Records Management, LLC shortly after my practice closes. There will be a brief transition period, but if you wish to obtain a copy of your records, you can submit a written request to:

Morgan Records Management: Medical Records

  • Phone: 833-888-0061
  • Email:
  • Online: MorganRecordsmanagement.com
  • Find “Patient Records Request “ — Hit Tab “Request My Medical Records”

Saying goodbye is never easy. I want to thank you once again for the trust you placed in me throughout the years. I wish you all the best for your future health and happiness.

Warm regards,
Miles J. Burke, M.D.

Corneal Abrasions

Dr. Burke is one of Cincinnati’s most trusted resources concerning corneal abrasions in children.

What is the cornea?

The cornea is the clear front window of the eye. It covers the colored portion of the eye, much like the watch crystal covers the face of a watch. The cornea is composed of five layers. The outermost layer of the cornea is called the EPITHELIUM.

What is a corneal abrasion?

A corneal abrasion is an injury – a scratch or cut – to the corneal EPITHELIUM. This injury exposes many of the nerve fibers making corneal abrasions a very painful experience.

How will the cornea heal?

The corneal surface usually heals within a day or two at the most. Until the corneal epithelium heals, the eye may be very uncomfortable, may tear a lot, is usually light sensitive, and there is often a feeling that there is something in the eye – “foreign body sensation.”

How are corneal abrasions treated?

The most common method of treatment is to PATCH the scratched eye. This prevents the eye from blinking and keeps the hands away (i.e., NO RUBBING). For smaller abrasions or when a patch cannot be used for whatever reason, repeated applications of an ointment to the eye helps heal and soothe the eye by forming a barrier between the eyelid and the corneal abrasion. For the pain, use your preferred over-the-counter pain relief medication. If that is not sufficient, ask your ophthalmologist to prescribe something stronger.

How long till the cornea is all better?

Even though the surface layer usually heals within a day or two, deep and total healing may take more than 7 to 10 days. During this time the eye may still be slightly light sensitive and sensitive to the wind and the dust. Hard eye rubbing may also slow healing or even cause the abrasion to recur. Preventive eye medications and additional lubrication for several days after the patch has been removed is highly recommended.

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