Best Ophthalmology Doctors in Ankara for Australians

Dr. Matben Volkan is an ophthalmologist with more than 30 years of practice. He has performed over 20,000 surgeries.

He graduated from Ege University School of Medicine (1986–1992). He completed his ophthalmology specialization at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (1992–1996).

Professional memberships: TOD (Turkish Society of Ophthalmology), AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology), ISRS (International Society of Refractive Surgery). Language: English.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Özlem Köroğlu is a specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Memorial Ankara Hospital (2024–present). She previously served as a faculty member at Gaziler Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital (2016–2024). She was Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital (2011–2015). She earned her MD in 2003 from the GATA Faculty of Medicine. She completed her PM&R residency in 2011.

Her credentials include Ministry of Health–approved certified prolotherapy training. She has taught Prolotherapy and PRP (2022) and Knee Prolotherapy and Campinject (2019). She also taught GETAT and Dextrose Prolotherapy (2018) and ISPRM Ultrasound (2009). She has additional training in musculoskeletal ultrasound, neural therapy, lumbar injections and manipulation, and botulinum toxin treatment for the spastic hand. She attended the Euro‑Mediterranean PRM School in Italy (2010). She is a member of the Turkish Society of PM&R, the Turkish Society for Research and Fight Against Rheumatism, the Association of PM&R Specialists of Türkiye, the Spinal Cord Diseases Association, and the Ankara Medical Chamber.

Dr Nazife Asikgarip specialises in both vision correction and oculoplastic surgery at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She focuses on combining precise surgical laser techniques with eye area aesthetics for functional and cosmetic results.

• Expert in excimer laser and refractive surgery for permanent vision correction
• Performs oculoplastic procedures including blepharoplasty to treat drooping eyelids
• Specialises in cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) replacement
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University of Health Sciences Haydarpasa Numune Hospital
• Manages paediatric eye conditions including amblyopia and childhood vision disorders

Dr Saim Ustunel is a dedicated ophthalmologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital with specialised training from Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's premier medical schools.

• Focuses on cataract surgery and advanced glaucoma management
• Treats complex eye conditions including strabismus and macular dystrophy
• Expertise in paediatric amblyopia and comprehensive children's eye care
• Formerly a specialist at the Private Ankara Maya Eye Centre
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association

Dr Mehmet Sahin has managed over 30,000 cases of retinal disease, providing him with an incredible level of expertise in complex eye conditions.

• Specialises in cataract and anterior segment surgeries at Private Koru Ankara Hospital
• Expert in refractive surgery using ReLEx SMILE and femtosecond laser techniques
• Trained at Ankara University – one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Turkish Ophthalmological Association