Cataract surgery (both eyes) Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Associate Professor Asker Bulut is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully completed over 10,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery using modern lens replacement techniques
• Holds the rank of Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University faculty of medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association young ophthalmologists unit
• Expertise in surgical medical sciences with a focus on restorative eye diseases
• Completed specialist medical training at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Şerife Bayraktar is an ophthalmologist in the Glaucoma Unit at Istanbul University–Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (2012–2025). She has been an Associate Professor since 2020. She has 18 years of practice and experience in over 15,000 surgical cases.

She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (Glaucoma Unit; Istanbul Branch Board of Directors), the European Glaucoma Society, the Turkish Medical Association, and KAHEV. Her certificates include the Ahmed Glaucoma Valve Surgical Implant Course—Certificate of Excellence (2006), Advanced Clinical Research Training (2012), and Diagnostic Methods in Glaucoma (2013). Her publications include Atlas of Glaucoma Surgery (2022), Glaucoma Analysis (2022), the Turkish edition of Shields Textbook of Glaucoma (2014), Telemedicine and Clinical AI (2021), Organ Transplants and Nursing Care (2021), and the Internal–Surgical–Forensic Emergencies Handbook (2024).

Dr. Sezen Akkaya is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade. She has completed over 9,000 surgical cases. Dr. Akkaya treats complex conditions like strabismus and cataracts using modern techniques. She serves as an Associate Professor at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants and IOL replacement.
• Expert in laser eye surgery including ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and LASEK.
• Authored over 35 scientific publications in international and Turkish journals.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

Professor Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli is a highly qualified ophthalmology specialist who completed advanced training in Phaco surgery at the Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute in Florida.

• Specialised in Phaco surgery – the gold standard modern technique for removing cataracts efficiently
• Completed refractive surgery training at the Moscow University Eye Institute
• Trained at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, a major centre for ophthalmology
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Practises at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul

Dr. Serdar Marol is an ophthalmologist with 28 years of practice. He has been involved in more than 25,000 surgical cases.

He graduated from the Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine (1983–1989). He completed ophthalmology training at the Inönü University Faculty of Medicine, Turgut Özal Medical Centre (1993–1997).

He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society (TOD), the Turkish Medical Association (TTB), and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He speaks English.

Associate Professor Gokay Gunay has performed over 20,000 surgical procedures throughout his career at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery techniques
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Holds membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

The doctor is a highly specialized ophthalmologist with extensive clinical expertise in the diagnosis and management of complex ocular conditions. The doctor focuses on the treatment of amblyopia (lazy eye), glaucoma, and yellow spot disease, as well as the management of diabetic retinopathy.

With a dedicated approach to preserving and restoring vision, the doctor utilizes advanced diagnostic and therapeutic techniques to address eye pressure issues and retinal complications. The doctor is committed to providing comprehensive eye care tailored to the specific needs of patients suffering from chronic and degenerative vision disorders.

Dr Esra Vural is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology who has managed over 5,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Completed advanced clinical training at the Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich, Germany
• Holds the prestigious title of Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO)
• Published academic research on innovative retinal prostheses and corneal crosslinking treatments
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Maintains high surgical volume across several major city hospitals involving complex eye care

Dr Fevziye Ondes Yilmaz has performed over 30,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, one of the most prominent specialised eye centres in the region.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Certified INTACS Corneal Implants surgeon for complex vision correction
• Holds specialised certification for IntraLase laser technology
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a dedicated eye specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who literally wrote the book on modern cataract care and presbyopia correction.

• Authored 'Cataract and Its Treatment', providing a textbook-level understanding of surgical techniques
• Specialises in presbyopia-correcting intraocular lenses to help patients reduce dependency on glasses
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regularly attends the Turkish Ophthalmology Association national congresses to stay updated on lens technology
• Trained at the well-known Beyoglu Eye Hospital in Istanbul

Dr Helvacıoğlu has performed over 20,000 successful eye surgeries at the specialized Veni Vidi Eye Clinic in Istanbul.

• Holds dual certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology in basic and clinical sciences
• International member of both the European and American Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regularly attends global symposiums on Intraocular Lens (IOL) implants and cataract surgery
• Fellowship trained at the Bakirkoy Dr Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital

Sutan Kaya is a high-volume ophthalmologist who has performed over 45,000 surgeries at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Holds specialist certification in multifocal intraocular lenses for correcting presbyopia
• Qualified in femtosecond laser applications for precise anterior segment surgery
• Certified in advanced scleral fixation techniques for complex lens placement
• Active member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Recognised by the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Yusuf Yildirim has performed over 10,000 cataract surgeries and serves as a Clinical Educator at Istanbul Medipol University.

• Holds a subspecialty diploma in Cornea and External Disease for complex cases
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology and International Council of Ophthalmology
• Expert in advanced phakic IOL implantation and femtosecond laser techniques
• Authored over 80 scientific articles on refractive surgery and corneal health

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu completed a prestigious fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute, the top-ranked ophthalmology centre in the United States.

• Performed over 30,000 eye surgeries including complex cataract cases
• Serves as a Professor at Biruni University in Istanbul training future eye specialists
• Expertise includes vitreoretinal surgery and advanced medical retinal treatments
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Retina Specialists
• Practises at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, a specialised centre for vision correction

Professor Ertan Sunay is a highly credentialed ophthalmic surgeon who completed specialist post-graduate training at ZNA Middelheim Hospital in Belgium.

• Holds advanced certification in surgical techniques for phacoemulsification and technology-driven lens implants
• Maintains active membership with the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expertise includes complex cataract cases and Phakic IOL surgeries
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Practises at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, a dedicated centre for vision correction

Dr Nihat Karakaya is a highly skilled ophthalmic surgeon at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with expertise in complex intraocular lens (IOL) replacements.

• Maintains prestigious membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Specialises in precise cataract removal and lens implantation for both eyes
• Completed medical training at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital
• Expert in managing retinal detachment surgery Alongside cataract procedures
• Stays current with global surgical techniques through international ophthalmology congresses

Dr Tuğrul Akın is a dedicated eye specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with advanced postgraduate training from the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Completed his medical degree at Ankara University School of Medicine
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Registered specialist with the Turkish Medical Association
• Focuses on precision outcomes for cataract and vision correction cases