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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.

Vision Screening

Dr. Burke is one of Cincinnati’s most trusted resources concerning vision screening in children.

What is vision screening?

Most vision screenings are designed to check the child’s eyesight. Vision screening is an efficient and cost effective “safety net” method to identify children with visual impairment so that a referral may be made with a pediatric ophthalmologist for further evaluation and, if necessary, proper treatment.

Where are vision screenings performed?

During most healthy checkups, your primary care practitioner performs an eye and vision screening that is appropriate for the child’s age. School vision screening should also be done yearly. Vision screenings are not intended nor should they be assumed to replace a thorough examination by a pediatric ophthalmologist.

What parents need to know about visual acuity testing?

Subjective visual acuity testing means asking a child to tell you what they see. To obtain measurements that are accurate requires a cooperative individual. The child must give their best effort and the examiner must be sure they are testing each eye separately and making sure the child does not peek with the other eye. Without these requirements, there will be many “false positive” results. “False positive” refers to the measurements not accurately representing the child’s maximum potential. With the proper amount of encouragement and patience, most children 3 years and older are able to cooperate.

What should you do if your child he fails a vision screening?

About 4% of children have a serious eye problem and up to another 10% have decreased vision due only to a refractive error that could be corrected by glasses. Therefore, if a child fails a vision screening or if the parents or primary care practitioner suspects there may be another problem with the eyes, it is reasonable and appropriate for your child to have an eye examination with a pediatric ophthalmologist.

Click the flowing links for more information.
https://www.aapos.org/terms/conditions/107
https://www.aapos.org/terms/conditions/131