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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.

Warning Signs of Potential Eye Problems in Infants

Dr. Burke is one of Cincinnati’s most trusted resources concerning eye problems in children.

Poor visual fixation in an infant over 6 weeks of age may be indicative of poor visual development for which a pediatric ophthalmology evaluation should be considered.

White pupil – The pupil is the center hole in the colored part of the eye (iris) which under most conditions appears black and, with flash photography, the reflection often has a red or orange coloration. If the pupil appears grayish to white or if the red reflex is white or not noticeable with flash photography, this may be indicative of two serious eye problems – a cataract or a tumor in the eye. If a white pupil were observed, an urgent pediatric ophthalmology evaluation is indicated.

Excessive light sensitivity, also called photophobia, which is often associated with lots of tearing and sometimes redness to the white of the eye, may indicate a problem with the cornea such as a scratch or abrasion, foreign body, or excessive stretch caused by congenital glaucoma. If these signs were present, an emergent pediatric ophthalmology evaluation is necessary.

Droopy eyelid, referred to as ptosis, may interfere with vision if the eyelid were to cover the pupil’s visual axis and may cause an irregular astigmatism which might result in amblyopia. If one or both eyelids droop significantly after two months of age, a pediatric ophthalmology evaluation is now necessary.

Jerky or dancing eye movements may represent nystagmus. Nystagmus refers to the eyes moving in a slow to fast, typically side-to-side movement. Nystagmus may indicate retinal or optic nerve problems that could result in less than normal vision. Nystagmus is often not observed until the first or second month of age, but whenever it is noted and if it persists should stimulate a pediatric ophthalmology evaluation.

Misalignment eyes or strabismus that persists after 3-4 months of age warrants a timely pediatric ophthalmology evaluation.

Overflow of tears with or without accumulating discharge is suggestive of a tear duct obstruction. External eyelid and eyelash cleaning and occasionally eye medications are necessary to limit the discharge. If these problems persist till 9 months old, evaluation and treatment by a pediatric ophthalmologist is indicated.