35 Best Strabismus treatment Doctors in Istanbul

Professor Ahmet Satici is a highly accomplished ophthalmologist who has performed over 25,000 successful eye surgeries throughout his career.

• Specialises in complex strabismus corrections and restorative oculoplastic procedures
• Treats approximately 8,000 patients annually at his private Istanbul clinic
• Authored 94 peer-reviewed scientific articles on advanced ophthalmic care
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Utilises high-resolution Optical Coherence Tomography for precise anatomical planning

Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer is a highly skilled ophthalmologist who has performed over 25,000 operations throughout his career. He brings American-trained expertise to complex eye alignments and pediatric surgical cases.

• Completed a surgical fellowship at the University of Kansas Medical School in the USA
• Specialises in neuroendoscopic methods for precise surgical interventions
• Treats both adult strabismus and complex paediatric eye conditions
• Advanced Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO)
• Associate Professor at Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University faculty of medicine

Professor Hamdi Er is a microsurgery expert who completed specialist training at the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. He leads complex ophthalmic cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade.

• Specialises in correcting strabismus alongside advanced retinal and corneal disorders
• Completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute in California
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European VitreoRetinal Society
• Uses precise microsurgical techniques to align eye muscles and restore binocular vision
• Expertise includes multifocal lens implants and laser-assisted vision correction

Op. Dr. Yalçın İşcan is an ophthalmologist. He graduated from Istanbul University in 2005. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in 2010. He has more than 15 years of specialist experience. He performed thousands of eye surgeries at Batman Regional Hospital between 2011 and 2015. He worked at Private Batman Dünya Hospital from 2015 to 2025.

At Dünya Hospital, he provided care in cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, refractive procedures (PRK, LASIK, SMILE, phakic IOL), strabismus, oculoplastics, lacrimal surgery, pterygium, and keratoconus treatments (CXL, ICRS). He helped develop the unit into a regional referral center. Since 2023, he has also practiced two days a week at Pendik Medical Park and Kudret Göz Istanbul. Since 2020, he has been active in R&D. He founded a technopark start-up and built an AI-based red-eye decision support system. He continues to develop ophthalmic software and devices. He has several publications.

Dr Yasar Dag focuses on complex ocular alignment, specifically large-angle infantile esotropia and advanced strabismus surgery at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Specialises in slanted medial rectus recession to treat convergence excess esotropia
• Researches medium-term outcomes of three horizontal muscle surgery for large-angle cases
• Published surgical findings in the Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD)
• Expertise includes ocular trauma surgery and eyelid reconstructions

Dr Yasar Dag has performed over 900 eye surgeries and is a recognised expert in managing complex horizontal muscle surgery for large-angle infantile esotropia.

• Specialises in slanted medial rectus recession for treating convergence excess esotropia
• Researches and publishes outcomes on paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus alignment
• Maintains a high 4.9-star patient rating for his clinical care and surgical results
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with a focus on surgical innovation

Dr Faruk Eroglu is a highly experienced ophthalmologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental who has performed over 10,000 argon laser procedures.

• Specialises in managing complex eye alignment issues and retinal diseases
• Holds international memberships with the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ESCRS
• Trained at Istanbul University before pursuing surgical data exchange in the USA and Europe
• Expert in microsurgery and modern vision correction techniques
• Active member of the International Ocular Inflammation Society

Dr Omer Kocabiyik has performed 1,100 eye treatments, specialising in both surgical and medical restorative vision care at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Focuses on complex strabismus surgery to correct eye alignment and crossed eyes
• Trained at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital – a major Turkish teaching facility
• Uses excimer laser technology for precise refractive vision correction
• Regularly presents original ophthalmic research at National Ophthalmology Congresses
• Manages diverse retinal disorders and corneal diseases alongside surgical practice

Professor Omer Kamil Dogan serves as the Head of the Ophthalmology Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – a leading centre for complex eye surgery.

• Published 175 scientific papers on surgical outcomes and eye disease management
• Former Chief of Clinic at the prestigious Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Held senior academic positions as Professor at Selcuk University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes cataract, glaucoma, and complex strabismus corrections
• Authored three chapters in medical textbooks regarding surgical innovations

Dr Digdem Begendi is an ophthalmology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital who uses precise laser technologies for eye disorders.

• Uses IntraLase and femtosecond laser systems for high-accuracy eye procedures
• Performs laser iridotomy for managing intraocular pressure issues
• Specialised at Akdeniz University after graduating from Istanbul Bilim University
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published researcher in peer-reviewed journals focusing on clinical ophthalmology findings

Dr. Osman Sevki Arslan is an ophthalmologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed three original surgical techniques, including the innovative Retrograde Glaucoma Tube Implantation. Dr. Arslan served as the founding Medical Director of the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 300,000 patients annually.

• Served as the President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Authored over 100 original articles in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
• Represented Turkey as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology exams.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

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 Cekmeceli is an ophthalmology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik who completed elite surgical training at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in the United States.

• Specialises in surgical correction for eye misalignment and ocular muscle disorders
• Trained in advanced refractive techniques at the Moscow University Eye Institute
• Performs microsurgical procedures for complex strabismus and vision correction
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Background includes senior clinical roles at Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital

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 has performed over 20,000 surgeries throughout his career. He treats both medical and surgical strabismus cases at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul.

• Holds board certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO)
• Passed both Basic and Clinical Science board exams for global recognition
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Completed specialist ophthalmology residency at Bakirkoy Dr Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital
• Contributes to international research through the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery

Dr Sutan Kaya has performed over 45,000 eye surgeries, making him one of the most high-volume ophthalmologists at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Specialises in correcting eye misalignment and amblyopia in both children and adults
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and German Ophthalmological Society
• Certified in corneal topography analysis to ensure precise surgical planning
• Trained at Akdeniz University and İzmir Bozyaka Teaching Hospital

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology who leads clinical education at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. He manages both paediatric and adult strabismus cases as part of a high-volume surgical practice.

• Holds the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) fellowship
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Published 80+ peer-reviewed articles on vision correction and ocular disorders
• Treats children and adults using specialized refractive surgical methods
• Awarded by the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu completed his clinical fellowship at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital and currently leads eye treatments at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Performed intensive clinical training at the Wilmer Eye Institute in the United States
• Serves as a Professor at Biruni University, training the next generation of specialists
• Uses microsurgical techniques to handle complex alignments and retinal issues
• Expert in vision correction using ReLEx SMILE and IntraLase laser technologies
• Fellowship-trained in vitreoretinal and medical retinal departments