ReLEx SMILE eye surgery Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Professor Veysi Oner is a senior ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with over 900 successful eye procedures performed.

• Specialises in laser vision correction at a JCI-accredited eye centre
• Former Professor of Ophthalmology – trained newer specialists in the field
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association for professional excellence
• Works at a dedicated eye hospital focusing entirely on vision health
• Experienced in modern laser technologies for refractive surgery

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.

Gokay Gunay has handled more than 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on complex refractive corrections.

• Trained at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine within the Department of Eye Diseases
• Maintains active membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Specialises in surgical vision correction using advanced laser platforms
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Fevziye Ondes Yilmaz brings a massive track record to Dunyagoz Istanbul, having performed over 30,000 surgical procedures during her career.

• Specialises in refractive surgery including ReLEx SMILE and LASIK
• Holds international membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Certified surgeon for IntraLase and advanced corneal implants
• Active member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery

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 Helvacıoğlu is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who holds international surgery certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Specialises in ReLEx SMILE and laser refractive procedures
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Completed advanced certifications in basic science and optics
• Regular attendee at major international symposia in San Diego and London
• Active member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery

Dr Sutan Kaya is a refractive surgery specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with advanced certification in femtosecond laser applications.

• Holds specialist certification for LASIK and refractive laser applications
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Fellow of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expertise includes corneal topography analysis for precise surgical planning
• Recognised by the American Academy of Ophthalmology for his clinical focus

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute.

• Holds the rank of Professor at Biruni University in Istanbul
• Spent time at the Wilmer Eye Institute's specialised retinal departments
• Provides senior leadership and academic expertise at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics
• Trained at the renowned Hacettepe University School of Medicine
• Broad surgical background covering complex vitreoretinal and medical retinal cases

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a leading cornea specialist who has performed over 10,000 eye surgeries at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Holds a specialised Cornea and External Disease Subspecialty Diploma
• Member of the prestigeous Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology and International Council of Ophthalmology
• Contributes to clinical research on myopia treatments and toric phakic IOLs
• Won second place for best poster at the ESCRS conference in London

Dr Kadir Colakoglu is a highly active ophthalmologist who treats a broad range of optical conditions at the well-known Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Trained at the Akdeniz University Faculty of Medicine and GATA Haydarpaşa
• Focuses on surgical interventions for cataracts and glaucoma cases
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Experienced in paediatric ophthalmology and managing complex medical retina cases
• Recognised member of the Turkish Medical Association

Dr Ertan Sunay is a highly accredited surgeon at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who holds international certifications in advanced laser technologies. He completed post-graduate training at ZNA Middelheim Hospital in Belgium and holds a medical degree from Istanbul University.

• Certified in Ocular and Corneal Wavefront Analysis for precise treatment mapping
• Holds specialised certification in Schwind Amaris Excimer Laser Custom Ablation
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
• Trained in refractive laser and advanced technology IOLs in Amsterdam
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)

Dr Veysi is a laser eye surgery specialist at CE International Hospital with extensive training from Turkey's top medical institutions.

• Specialises in refractive corrections including ReLEx SMILE, i-Lasik, and standard Lasik surgery
• Completed advanced specialty training at Izmir Ataturk Training and Research Hospital
• Performs complex eyelid aesthetics and oculoplastic procedures alongside laser vision correction
• Extensive background in laser surgery across major surgical centres like Memorial Sisli Hospital
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – one of the country's most prestigious schools

Dr Nihat Karakaya is a highly active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and brings extensive operative experience to Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Trained at the prestigious Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital
• Expertise includes complex retinal detachment and intraocular lens surgeries
• Maintains membership with the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Regularly attends international seminars to stay current with global surgical standards
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association