
Michael Xavier Repka, MD, MBA
Pediatric Ophthalmology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Infant 0-2
- Child 3-12
- Adolescent 13-17
Languages
- English
In-Network Plans
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MaleJohns 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
Johns Hopkins Physician
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
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Videos
Recent News Articles and Media Coverage
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New FDA-approved glasses can slow nearsightedness in kids, The Associated Press (Dec. 2025)
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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
PubMed - Publications
Honors
2019 Top Doctors, Baltimore magazine, 11/1/19
Locations
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital
- 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
- Get Directions
- 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
- Get Directions
- phone: 410-583-2800
- fax: 410-583-2842
Expertise
Education
- Graduate School: Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, MBA, 2010
- Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Neuro Ophthalmology, 1984
- Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus, 1984
- Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Ophthalmology, 1983
- Medical Education: Sidney Kimmel Medical College, MD, 1979
Board Certifications
- Ophthalmology: American Board of Ophthalmology, 1985
Insurance
- Aetna
- CareFirst
- Cigna
- First Health
- Geisinger Health Plan
- HealthSmart/Accel
- Johns Hopkins Health Plans
- MultiPlan
- Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
- Point Comfort Underwriters
- Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
- Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
157 ratings, 54 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.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/16/2026
Dr. Repka is excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/9/2026
Good experience, first visit with this doctor - most pleased with time given to me and knowledge/information shared regarding my particular situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2026
He is an excellent provider. Very knowledgeable and caring and conscientious.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Very pleasant
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/18/2026
Dr. Repka was knowledgeable about my vision issues, listened and discussed my concerns, conducted a through examination of my eyes, discussed the potential next steps, and suggested a follow up in one year. He is a remarkable kind and excellent physician and I'm so pleased to be a patient of his.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
Great provider. Very thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/11/2026
My first time seeing Dr.Repka and I was very impressed. He was thorough and explained the results of his exam when he was finished.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/21/2026
Prompt, thorough, easy to understand, listened to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr. Repka has treated my son for years. I trust him and I love how knowledgeable he is with everything he does.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
Dr. Repka explained things in plain language.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/5/2026
Dr. Repka is great; we only wish that he had more availability. We hope that Johns Hopkins can come to an agreement with United Healthcare again, too.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/22/2025
Dr. Repka is an excellent ophthalmologist
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2025
Dr Repka is the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2025
Dr Repka was friendly, honest and very professional. He explained my condition and offered courses of action. He is extremely knowledgeable and asks the right questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr Repka is one of the best providers I've met. He's very personable, knowledgeable and extremely professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr Repka is a gifted ophthalmologist. We are fortunate to have him care for our son now for over 10 years. Thank you, Dr Repka!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Dr Repka is very kind and knowledgeable, personable and really cares about me and my eyes and my vision
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/10/2025
Caring and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/3/2025
Dr. Repka is always pleasant, informative and provides the best possible care to my child's vision needs.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/24/2025
Excellent. Good bedside manner. Explained things well. Inspired confidence.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/17/2025
I only go to Dr.Repka. He is pleasant and amazing and been seeing him for 15 years now every year.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
Dr. Repka and [staff] are excellent. We have been to several providers in the past, and always realize it's worth the travel to see them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/10/2025
My son been with him since birth and is very patient with him and always picks the best thing to get a goodcwxam on him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2025
Dr.Repka is the best!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Caring, Focused & Listened as I Updated Him On My Recent Diagnosis of Lupus/Sjorgens & Medications.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr. Repka Is a caring and compassionate expert in his field. I feel grateful to have the benefit of his exquisite care, years of experience, and expertise.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
Very caring and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/11/2025
He's awesome
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2025
Dr repka was excellent at listening and defining the problem and solutions. He took as much time as I needed to help me understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Dr Repka and his tech are always very kind and informing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
I've been seeing Dr. Repka for over 20 years. I trust his professional judgement.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Dr Repka & the gentleman who checks you before you see him are Fantastic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/30/2025
Focused, well informed, attentive to details, friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/16/2025
Dr Repka is very thorough and very nice he explained everything that he was doing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Dr Repka is one of the best physicians I've ever encountered. His bedside manner is exquisite and he is appreciably exceptionally knowledgeable in his speciality.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Thorough, engaging, responsive, professional,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/11/2025
Dr. Repka consistently provides the level of care that I need. He is always professional & still agrees to see me as a patient - he's Pediatric.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Very informative and explain everything and answered all question's.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Dr. Repka has always been amazing with me. He's attentive, concerning, and knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
He's great
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
Dr. Repka knows his stuff! We appreciate his expertise!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
Thorough
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2025
Dr. Repka is The Best. He is personable, knowledgeable, and caring. I know he must have a crushing patient load, but he always makes time and answers all questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Overall, good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/28/2025
Dr. Repka is always helpful and extremely knowledgeable about my child's condition.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/21/2025
Dr. Repka is personable, knowledgeable, thorough and the best of the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2025
Dr. Repka is great, always spends enough time and explains everything very well.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/12/2025
Very knowledgeable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
Been seeing Dr. Repka for nearly 20 years. He has provided wonderful care.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/30/2025
Amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/24/2025
Seems fine to me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/21/2025
Physician and assistant who provided vision testing were excellent, personable, thorough, kind, pleasant, patient, skilled, and thoughtful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
Dr. Repka is great but ALWAYS behind
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2025
Competent