LASEK eye surgery Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Ebru Gorgun is a specialized ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She focuses on medical retina and vitreoretinal conditions. Dr. Gorgun is an active member of leading international societies. These include EURETINA and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

• Performs vitrectomy and retinal detachment surgery.
• Treats cataracts using phacoemulsification and multifocal lens implantation.
• Member of the International Society for Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision.
• Works at a clinic certified by TÜV NORD for quality management.

Professor Levent Akcay is a high-volume ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who has handled over 55,000 surgical cases. He is a prolific researcher in his field with more than 200 scientific publications and articles to his name.

• Performed over 55,000 eye surgeries during his career
• Specialised training at Dr Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Published 201 scientific papers on ocular health and surgery

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.

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a specialist ophthalmic surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on the latest refractive techniques to correct vision.

• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Specialises in refractive surgery at the world-renowned Dunyagoz Eye Hospital group
• Regularly attends international symposia on paediatric ophthalmology and live surgery
• Authored specialized books on corrective lenses and surgical cataract treatment

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.

Dr. Hasan Kiziltoprak is an ophthalmologist at Atlas University Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in cataract surgery and corrective laser procedures. He performs corneal transplants using DALK and DMEK techniques. Dr. Kiziltoprak has published over 40 research articles in international refereed journals.

• Performs No-touch-LASIK and Smart Lens implantation to eliminate the need for glasses.
• Treats keratoconus using crosslinking and corneal ring implantation.
• Specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus surgery.
• Works at Atlas University Hospital, an AACI-accredited facility.

Professor Fevziye Ondes Yilmaz is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon with over 30,000 successful surgical cases managed at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Holds official IntraLase certification for bladeless laser technology
• Certified INTACS corneal implant surgeon for complex eye reshaping
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Specialises in refractive surgery at a specialist eye centre in Istanbul

Dr. Ulviye Askerova, MD, is an ophthalmologist. She earned her MD from Azerbaijan Medical University in 2019. She is completing an ophthalmology residency at Göztepe City Hospital / Istanbul Medeniyet University (2021–2025). Her clinical focus includes cataract surgery with intraocular lenses (including trifocal), medical retina, pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, and oculoplastics.

She has two peer-reviewed international publications (Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol, 2023; Medical Journal of Medeniyet, 2025). She has given four presentations at national and international meetings (ASO & TROS 2022; TOD 2023; TOD 2024; ASO & TROS 2024).

She completed the TOD Vitreoretinal Surgery Unit “Basic Techniques in Vitreoretinal Surgery” Skills Transfer Course in May 2024. She has participated in nine congresses, symposia, and webinars from 2022 to 2025, including the TOD National Congresses (56th and 57th) and the 9th TOD Live Surgery Symposium.

Dr Fırat Helvacıoğlu holds dual certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology and specialises in laser vision correction at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Passed the International Council of Ophthalmology Basic Science and Optics board exam
• Trained at Marmara University School of Medicine and Bakirkoy Research Hospital
• Attends global surgical congresses across Europe and the United States
• Recognised by the International Society of Refractive Surgery

Dr Sutan Kaya is a refractive surgery specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with advanced certifications in laser applications and corneal topography. He uses precisely mapped eye data to tailor vision correction for each patient.

• Holds official certification in LASIK and femtosecond laser applications
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Certified in corneal collagen cross-linking for strengthening eye tissue
• Fellow of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expert in corneal topography analysing for accurate surgical planning

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a highly regarded ophthalmic surgeon who has performed over 10,000 eye procedures. He leads the clinical education team at Istanbul Medipol University and specialises in advanced corneal and refractive surgery.

• Holds a specialized European Diploma in Cornea and External Disease
• Certified by the International Council of Ophthalmology and the European Board of Ophthalmology
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Uses modern techniques like SMILE and femtosecond LASIK for precise vision correction
• Published 84 scientific papers focusing on corneal health and surgical outcomes

Dr Mehmet Orçun Akdemir is a highly regarded ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, with a significant academic background in corneal biomechanics and refractive health.

• Published over 24 international peer-reviewed articles focusing on corneal thickness and surgical outcomes
• Specialises in corneal topography and advanced imaging for precise surgical planning
• Recognised expert in managing complex corneal conditions including keratoconus and pseudoexfoliation
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Contributed to major medical texts, translating key ophthalmic guides into Turkish

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu brings elite expertise to Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, having completed a prestigious fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Hospital Wilmer Eye Institute.

• Holds the rank of Professor, indicating the highest level of academic and clinical seniority
• Trained at Hacettepe University School of Medicine, one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Previously served as Head of Department, training the next generation of eye specialists
• Expertise covers both refractive surgery and complex vitreoretinal conditions
• Member of international ophthalmic societies focused on surgical outcomes