Kevin M. Miller

Kevin M. Miller is a Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology and Kolokotrones Endowed Chair at UCLA’s David Geffen School of Medicine. He serves as Chief of the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Division and Director of the Anterior Segment Diagnostic Laboratory, while being a member of the Stein Eye Institute.

• Education: MD from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (1985), Residency at UCLA (1991), Fellowship in Ophthalmic Optics at Johns Hopkins (1988).
• Leadership: Chair in instrumentation development, editorial board member for multiple journals, and organizer for international ophthalmology congresses.

Dr. Miller’s research focuses on cataract surgery innovation, artificial iris devices, and refractive outcomes. He has investigated FDA-approved intraocular lenses, developed surgical systems, and pioneered implantation techniques for complex anterior segment disorders. His work spans clinical trials, device development, and surgical education.

Key scientific contributions include advancements in toric IOLs, light-adjustable lenses, and artificial iris technology. He has delivered over 1,000 invited lectures and authored chapters in ophthalmic textbooks, emphasizing surgical precision and patient safety.

• Awards: Charles D. Kelman Award (2019), Life Achievement Award (2017), multiple ASCRS and AAO accolades.
• Teaching: Trains undergraduates, medical students, residents, and international fellows. Led development of AAO educational materials and certification programs.
• Labs: Directs the Anterior Segment Diagnostic Laboratory at Stein Eye Institute, focusing on device testing and surgical optimization.