Michael Xavier Repka, MD, MBA
Pediatric Ophthalmology
Highlights
Johns Hopkins Affiliations:
- Johns Hopkins School of Medicine Faculty
About Michael Xavier Repka
Professional Titles
- Vice Chair for Clinical Practice, Wilmer Eye Institute
- Chief, Division of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus
Primary Academic Title
Professor of Ophthalmology
Background
Michael X. Repka, M.D., M.B.A., is the David L. Guyton, M.D., and Feduniak Family Professor of Ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute. He specializes in pediatric ophthalmology, strabismus, retinopathy of prematurity and pediatric neuro-ophthalmology. His clinical practice includes an interest in the management of strabismus and amblyopia. In these areas, he has a special interest in using alternatives to patching for the management of amblyopia and using strabismus surgery, botulinum toxin and adjustable sutures to treat strabismus. He also performs cataract surgery and intraocular lens implantation on children with cataracts and has a special interest in pediatric neuro-ophthalmology involving normal and abnormal visual development and the effect of injury and tumor on the visual system of the child.
Dr. Repka received his M.D. degree from Thomas Jefferson University and completed his ophthalmology residency at Wills Eye Hospital. He completed fellowships in neuro-ophthalmology and pediatric ophthalmology at the Wilmer Eye Institute and joined the faculty in 1985. In addition to his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Repka is the vice chair for clinical practice at Wilmer.
Dr. Repka is the past chairman of the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group and past president of the Maryland Society of Eye Physicians and Surgeons. He is medical director of Government Affairs of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Centers and Institutes
Videos
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
Tele-ophthalmology Takes Hold, Johns Hopkins Medicine (Nov. 2020)
Implementing, Adapting to Protocol Changes for Clinical Practice, Ophthalmology Times (Aug. 2020)
Technology May be Harming Kids' Eyes, WTOP (Aug. 2015)
Why Couldn't the Baby See?, Washington Post (Sept. 2013)
Additional Academic Titles
Professor of Pediatrics
Research Interests
Amblyopia, Cataract in infants and children, Neuro-ophthalmology in children, Strabismus including esotropia and exotropia, Retinopathy of Prematurity
Honors
2019 Top Doctors, Baltimore magazine, 11/1/19
Locations
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital
- 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
- phone: 410-955-5080
- fax: 410-955-0809
- Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
- 10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II STE 455, Lutherville, MD 21093
- phone: 410-583-2800
- fax: 410-583-2842
Expertise
Education
Johns Hopkins Carey Business School
Graduate School, MBA, 2010Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Fellowship, Ophthalmology, 1985Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals
Residency, Ophthalmology, 1983Sidney Kimmel Medical College
Medical Education, Medicine, MD, 1979Board Certifications
Ophthalmology
American Board of Ophthalmology, 1985Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Humana
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- UnitedHealthcare
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
128 ratings, 40 reviewsThe Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
- 1 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2025
Never listens to my concerns somewhat rude and ignorant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Dr. Repka is great with kids and explains things in detail in a way a parent can understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/22/2025
Dr. Repka is outstanding in all areas.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/9/2025
Very professional and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2025
Excellent d
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/18/2024
Dr. R is a pleasure to work with, and I always feel that he's forthcoming, eminently knowledgeable, professional, thorough, and communicative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2024
Amazingly above any other eye specialist I've seen in last 5 yrs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2024
Dr Repka always takes time to explain my daughter's vision test results. I appreciate his experience and research expertise and feel lucky that we have him as our doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/4/2024
Dr Repka demonstrates high degree of competence and caring. Good communication.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
Dr. Repka has been kind and caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/2/2024
Dr. Repka is fantastic!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
Dr Repka is always informative and caring. He has done a great job working with my daughter, from an infant and now to a teenager.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2024
Dr. Repka is personally responsive to inquiries made via MyChart as well as by phone, which is a rarity amongst medical providers.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2024
Explained his perspective clearly. Listened very well. Attentive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2024
Provider was very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/13/2024
Best provider for the patient's diagnosis.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/5/2024
Dr Repka sat with us and answered all of our questions kindly, thoroughly and in an age appropriate manner. He bedside manner is excellent-putting both mom and kiddo at ease. It doesn't hurt that his voice sounds like Mr. Rogers!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2024
Dr. Repka has been my specialist for over 30 years. I think highly of him and the technicians that work with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2024
Excellent personality , great fund of knowledge , experienced and caring physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/25/2024
Dr. REPKA IS AN EXCELLENT DOCTOR AND EXTREMELY CARING! TAKES TIME TO LISTEN!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2024
Dr. Repka and his team are THE best!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2024
Dr. Repka and his assistant are always kind and explain things well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2024
My son was seen for a 2nd opinion. Dr. Replaced was wonderful, friendly, and genuine!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2024
Dr. Repka is great with my daughter and vtames his time in assessment and discussion. I have been very pleased with our interactions during both office visits and a return phone call.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2024
Very good service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2024
Excellent and conscientious doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2024
Dr. Repka always explains exam findings and treatment recommendations in simple terms for my son.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Dr. Repka is outstanding, the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2024
Dr Repka is wonderful and very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Dr. Repka was very good with my 3 yr old toddler. And he was very clear and helped educate us newbie parents on vision health as our daughter continues to develop. I felt very comfortable with him as did my daughter!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2024
Dr Repka is the best eye surgeon
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/3/2024
Excellent testing and explanations.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/26/2024
The best as always!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Dr Repka has been a excellent doctor and I hope he doesn't retire anytime soon!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2024
Explains his thoughts and makes sure we understand. Excellent physician and trust his recommendations. MRI ordered at this visit and follow up for results not done only because it hasn't been done yet! Radiology called quickly to schedule MRI.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2024
Excellent! It was my first time seeing Dr Repka & Alex they were very nice, patient and helped relax me. The lady who helped the Dr and did my test was wonderful too!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2024
Dr. Repka was very thorough and listened to both myself and my daughter during the visit. He set realistic expectations and explained his thoughts on my daughter's visit in a way that was easy to understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/1/2024
Dr. Repka is a consummate professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/11/2024
Dr Repka is an excellent ophthalmologist. I return yearly for my exam. Alex Christoff, BS, CO, the Orthoptist, is excellent too.