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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.

Pseudostrabismus

Dr. Burke is one of Cincinnati’s most trusted resources concerning pseudostrabismus in infants and toddlers.

What is pseudostrabismus?

Pseudo means “not real” and strabismus refers to an eye misalignment problem. Pseudostrabismus is therefore an illusion causing the eyes to appear as if they were not properly aligned. The most common type of pseudostrabismus is pseudo-esotropia (appearing crossed-eyed).

What is pseudo-esotropia?

Pseudo-esotropia is the false impression that the eyes are crossed. This illusion of crossing is caused by the infant’s facial appearance where the folds of skin that cover the bridge of the nose (the space between the eyes) and the shape of the eyelids partially covers the inner corner of the eyes. These features cause less visible white space between the colored part of the eye (iris) and the inner corner of the eyelid. This may give the illusion that the eyes are crossed when looking straight ahead or more commonly when the eyes are turned to either side. This appearance is especially noticeable in photographs.

What should you do if you suspect crossed eyes?

It is common for parents to be concerned about their child’s visual development especially when they noticed what appears to be crossed eyes. Misaligned eyes are a true cause for concern and, whenever suspected, requires an examination by a pediatric ophthalmologist. If left untreated, true strabismus can quickly lead to poor visual development in one or both eyes. Children do not outgrow true crossing of the eyes, a type of strabismus called esotropia. Pseudo-esotropia is not true misalignment so is often referred to as being “outgrown”. This is because, in most cases, the facial growth allows the illusion of crossing to “fade away” by the age of 4 to 5 years.

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