Professor Ebru Gorgun is a senior ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with high-volume experience in complex lens replacement and intraocular surgery.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Active member of EURETINA, focusing on the latest retinal health protocols
• Former lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in precise IOL placement and medical retina treatments
• International Society for Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision (ISCEV) member

CURRICULUM VITAE

Place and Date of Birth

• Samsun, 1959

Language Skills

• English

Education and Experience

• Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine
• Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Hospital (Specialization)

Case Experience

• Experience of over 20.000 surgery cases

Memberships

• Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Turkish Medical Association
• ESCRS (European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeon)
• ASCRS (American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery)
• AAO (American Academy of Opthalmology)

Seminars

• -I introduced this subject for the first time in Turkey with the seminars I gave on Eye and Complementary Medicine (Iridology) on the Natural Body, Mind and Mental Health Festival, Military Museum Harbiye Cultural Site.

Awards

• TÜBİTAK Turkey First Place in Biology with my scientific research on the eye in my second year of high school.

Scientific Studies

• Creating visual awareness with sound waves (Echolocation) in blind people

National Publications

• The importance of retinal nerve fiber photography in the diagnosis of glaucoma

Dr Yasar Dag is a highly regarded specialist in cataract and refractive surgery who has performed over 900 successful treatments at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Developed a practical method for toric intraocular lens implantation to correct corneal astigmatism
• Specialises in manual small incision cataract surgery for complex cases, including vitrectomised eyes
• Completed advanced vitrectomy training at the prestigious Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD) and a frequent contributor to international ophthalmic journals

Dr Begendi uses ultra-precise IntraLase and femtosecond laser technology for cataract cases at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in laser iridotomy and complex refractive procedures
• Trained at Akdeniz University – a major Turkish centre for ophthalmology
• Researches new surgical findings for peer-reviewed medical journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Professor Arslan is a pioneer in anterior segment surgery who developed two original surgical techniques for corneal procedures and founded the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and head of several university departments
• Specialises in cataract surgery combined with IOL implantation and complex keratoplasty
• Serves as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology diploma
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

The doctor is a seasoned Ophthalmologist and Cornea Specialist with over a decade of experience. Based in Istanbul, Turkey, the doctor has mastered a wide array of ophthalmic procedures. The doctor completed post-graduation from Beyoğlu Eye Hospital and graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2006.

Professor Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is a highly decorated ophthalmic surgeon who completed a prestigious glaucoma fellowship at Harvard Medical School. He currently leads complex eye care at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Holds the Advanced International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) certification
• Specialises in managing cataract cases complicated by corneal disease or glaucoma
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Recognised by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Professor Yusuf Yildirim has performed over 10,000 cataract surgeries and holds a distinguished membership with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh. He currently serves as a Clinical Educator at Istanbul Medipol University.

• Specialises in refractive surgery including LASIK, SMILE, and phakic IOL implantation
• Holds prestigious European Board and International Council of Ophthalmology certifications
• Expert in complex corneal transplants and ocular surface reconstruction techniques
• Published 84 scientific articles focusing on corneal diseases and refractive errors
• Received international recognition with an award from the ESCRS conference in London

The doctor graduated from Uludağ University, School of Medicine, and completed specialization training at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital. With 32 years of active service, the doctor has extensive experience in ophthalmology, having handled over 55,000 surgical cases. The doctor has contributed significantly to the field with 201 scientific publications and articles.

Memberships include the American Academy of Ophthalmology, European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Turkish Society of Ophthalmology, Turkish Republics Ophthalmology Society, and the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr Akif Saygin is a specialised ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with a dedicated focus on precision cataract and refractive surgery.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Completed advanced skills transfer courses in cataract and refractive surgery techniques
• Specialised in ophthalmology at Istanbul Goztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Active participant in live surgery symposia focusing on latest lens application methods
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Dr Yucel Ozturk is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon with experience handling over 30,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in cataract surgery and intraocular lens (IOL) replacement
• Contributed to 20 international and national scientific publications in ophthalmology
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at major Turkish medical institutions including Haydarpasa Numune Education and Research Hospital
• Uses his extensive case background to manage both routine and complex lens procedures

Professor Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli brings global expertise to VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital, having trained at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami.

• Specialised in high-precision phacoemulsification surgery for cataract removal
• Completed refractive surgery training at the Moscow University Eye Institute
• Educated at Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine and Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Focuses on modern lens replacement techniques for restored visual clarity

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc is a highly distinguished specialist who served as a research fellow at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins University. He currently leads advanced ophthalmic care at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification surgery using topical anaesthesia for faster patient recovery
• Holds the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award from the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Recognised expert in corneal diseases and complex refractive surgery techniques
• Published 18 peer-reviewed papers on cataract outcomes and macular health
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr Ugur Yayla is an ophthalmology specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with advanced fellowship training in vitreo-retinal surgery.

• Completed a specialised fellowship in vitreo-retinal surgery at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in managing complex eye cases involving both the lens and the retina
• Held a senior medical role at Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital
• Trained at Uludag University in modern ophthalmic surgical protocols
• Focuses on precise lens placement and micro-surgical techniques

Dr Esra Vural is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist with over 5,000 successful eye surgeries managed at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Holds Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO) status
• Completed advanced training at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich, Germany
• Achieved International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Advanced Clinical certification (FICO)
• Specialises in retinal prostheses and advanced corneal treatments
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Specializations

Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)

Glaucoma (Eye Pressure)

Yellow Spot Disease

Diabetic Retinopathy

Dr Mustafa Ozsutcu is an ophthalmology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with extensive academic training from Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine.

• Trained at the Bezmialem Foundation University Department of Ophthalmology
• Completed residency for focused eye care at Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital
• Practises at a major university hospital with access to modern surgical technology
• Handled routine and emergency eye care cases at Edirne Regional Hospital

Associate Professor Faruk Kaya is a leading specialist in lens power calculations, having authored key research on using optical biometers for precise intraocular lens (IOL) selection.

• Specialises in IOL power calculations for patients with previous myopic refractive surgery
• Serves as Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Istanbul Medipol University
• Published extensive research in the Journal Français d'Ophthalmologie on lens power formulas
• Expert in managing complex cataract cases combined with macular degeneration or corneal issues

Professor Gokay Gunay has managed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, one of the primary specialist centres for ophthalmology in Istanbul.

• Trained at Istanbul University Capa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Holds membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in refractive surgery and lens replacement protocols
• Affiliated with the Turkish Ophthalmology Association