Keratoconus Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc recently completed a prestigious research fellowship at Johns Hopkins University's Wilmer Eye Institute, specialising in cornea and external eye diseases.

• Focuses on corneal ectasia progression – managing the thinning and bulging of the cornea
• Highly active in refractive surgery – uses laser-based methods to correct vision issues
• Published multiple research papers on the bacterial microbiome in keratoconus patients
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract Surgeons
• Awarded the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award by the Turkish Ophthalmological Society

Dr. Ugur Yayla is an ophthalmologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vitreo-retinal surgery and treats complex conditions like retinopathy of prematurity. Dr. Yayla completed a specialized fellowship in medical retina at Gazi University. He works at a center that serves over 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs retinal detachment surgery and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) procedures.
• Specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement and multifocal lens implants.
• Provides laser vision correction including LASIK, LASEK, and SmartSight techniques.
• Treats glaucoma using laser trabeculoplasty and surgical intervention.

Specializations

Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)

Glaucoma (Eye Pressure)

Yellow Spot Disease

Diabetic Retinopathy

Associate Professor Faruk Kaya is a leading voice in corneal health, having authored key textbook chapters on corneal cross-linking for managing progressive keratoconus.

• Specialises in corneal cross-linking, a procedure that strengthens the cornea to prevent vision loss
• Uses optical biometry for precise measurement and intraocular lens power calculation
• Published long-term research on 6-year outcomes for epithelium-off cross-linking techniques
• Practises at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, a major academic and research centre

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozsutcu is a key specialist at Medipol Bahcelievler University Hospital with deep expertise in corneal topography and corneal disease management.

• Treats corneal thinning using corneal cross-linking to strengthen the eye and stop progression
• Specialises in fitting complex contact lenses for improved visual clarity
• Conducted research at Bezmialem Foundation University – a top Turkish medical school
• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at Selcuk University
• Practises at Medipol Mega Hospitals Complex using high-definition imaging for precise diagnosis

Specializations

Kidney, Bladder, Urinary Tract Stones

Kidney Diseases

Prostate Diseases

Undescended Testicle

Sexual Dysfunctions and Impotence

Urinary Incontinence

Bladder Diseases

varicocele

Infertility

Urological Cancers (Kidney-Prostate-Testis-Urinary Tract-Bladder Cancers)

Associate Professor Hasan Kiziltoprak is a specialist ophthalmologist who has published over 40 peer-reviewed research papers on corneal diseases and diagnostic imaging.

• Specialises in corneal cross-linking (CXL) and corneal ring implants to stabilise keratoconus
• Performs advanced corneal transplants, including DALK and DMEK for targeted layer repair
• Uses Scheimpflug imaging for early detection of corneal ectasia and subclinical cases
• Expertise includes No-touch-LASIK and multifocal intraocular lens (IOL) surgery
• Practices at Atlas University Hospital, a leading Turkish medical training centre

Professor Husnu Guzel has managed over 15,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, specialising in complex vision restoration.

• Former Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
• Published more than 100 scientific articles on ophthalmic surgery
• Highly skilled in managing corneal irregularities and structural eye conditions
• Focuses on precision-based techniques to improve visual acuity
• Trained other eye specialists during his senior academic tenure

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on corneal refractive procedures and complex vision correction.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Trained at Beyoglu Eye Hospital, a major centre for ophthalmic surgery
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association refractive surgery unit
• Published author on lens corrective technologies and cataract treatments
• Regular presenter at international symposiums on refractive surgery outcomes

Associate Professor Gokay Gunay is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with over 20,000 successful procedures to his name.

• Specialises in refractive surgery to correct vision and reshape the cornea
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Trained at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine eye department
• Active in the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expertise in corneal management using professional surgical protocols

Dr. Ihsan Yilmaz is a retina specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He has performed hundreds of vitreoretinal procedures. He specializes in diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and complex macular surgeries. Dr. Yilmaz trained at the Vance Thompson Vision Center in the United States. He is accredited by the European Board of Ophthalmology.

• Performs vitrectomy, retinal detachment surgery, and cataract surgery with lens replacement.
• Uses laser techniques for vision correction, including Lasik, PRK, and No-touch methods.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the ASCRS.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

Professor Helvacıoğlu has performed over 20,000 ophthalmic surgeries and holds prestigious dual board certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Specialises in refractive surgery at the specialised Veni Vidi Eye Clinics
• Recognised by the International Council of Ophthalmology in both basic and clinical sciences
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Trained at Marmara University and Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Research Hospital
• Expertise in corrective eye procedures using advanced optics and board-certified clinical skills

Sutan Kaya holds prestigious certifications in corneal collagen cross-linking and corneal topography analysis – essential tools for stabilising and mapping corneal irregularities.

• Recognised member of the German Ophthalmological Society (DOG)
• Certified in femtosecond applications for anterior segment surgery
• Specialises in scleral fixation techniques to manage complex eye conditions
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Expertise includes LASIK and multifocal intraocular lens applications

Professor Vedat Kaya is a cornea and anterior segment specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a deep academic background in refractive surgery. He authored Turkey's definitive textbook on laser treatments guided by corneal topography mapping.

• Serves as a reviewer for 'The Cornea', an international medical journal for eye specialists
• Focuses on anterior segment surgery to repair the front part of the eye
• Published over 30 international papers on corneal health and surgical outcomes
• Offers high-level expertise at Liv Hospital's specialised Department of Eye Diseases

Dr Mediha Tok Cevik is a corneal specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on complex refractive solutions and corneal preservation.

• Specialises in corneal transplants to restore vision in advanced keratoconus cases
• Performs refractive surgery to correct vision issues caused by irregular corneal shapes
• Expert in fitting specialised contact lenses for patients who cannot wear standard pairs
• Manages glaucoma and medical retina cases as part of comprehensive eye care
• Experienced in oculoplasty for functional and aesthetic improvements around the eye area

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute – one of the world's top-ranked eye centres.

• Specialises in managing complex corneal conditions and retinal disorders
• Serves as a Professor of Ophthalmology at Biruni University in Istanbul
• Trained at Hacettepe University, Turkey's leading medical institution
• Member of the Vitreoretinal and Medical Retinal Department during his time abroad

Dr Mehmet Orçun Akdemir is a leading ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, widely recognised for his extensive clinical research into advanced corneal repair and keratoconus management.

• Specialises in Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK), a precise technique that replaces the outer corneal layers while preserving the patient's own inner layer
• Performs corneal cross-linking (CXL) to strengthen the cornea and stop the progression of keratoconus
• Expert in intrastromal corneal ring segment surgery to improve vision without a full transplant
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with over 20 peer-reviewed international publications

Nihat Karakaya is a highly clinical ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with board memberships in both American and Turkish professional associations.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Performs intraocular lens (IOL) replacement to improve vision clarity
• Specialises in refractive surgery including LASIK for vision correction
• Trained at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital
• Regularly participates in international congresses to access the latest eye surgery protocols