Cataract Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr Duygu Tez is a surgical specialist who trained in ophthalmology at New York University Mount Sinai Hospital. She focuses on precision eye care and surgical management at Adem and Havva Medical Center.

• Trained in excimer laser systems for precise vision correction and surgical surface treatments
• Completed specialised training in managing astigmatism and corneal issues to improve vision quality
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, staying current with modern surgical protocols
• Background in hospital management, focusing on efficient care delivery and patient safety standards

Professor Pervin Uygur is a senior ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler, where she has performed over 1,100 successful eye procedures.

• Specialises in surgical management of cataracts and lens replacement
• Works at Dunyagoz, a leading international centre for eye health
• Focuses on restoring vision through precision microsurgery
• Recognised for managing both routine and higher complexity cases

Dr Aylin Koc Akbay has completed over 1,100 successful eye procedures and serves as a lead ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Istanbul Etiler.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• International fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in surgical cataract extraction and lens implantation
• Trained at Marmara University School of Medicine in Istanbul
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology

Associate Professor Cafer Tanriverdi is an award-winning ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Recognised by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery for his expertise in the field
• Served as a senior clinical educator at Istanbul Medipol University for over a decade
• Specialises in refractive surgery techniques to improve vision and reduce reliance on glasses
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Republics Ophthalmology Association

Dr Ebru Gorgun is a specialist eye surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with extensive credentials in both cataract and complex retinal surgery.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association Medical Retina Unit
• Specialises in combining cataract removal with complex vitreoretinal treatments
• Former lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine training future specialists
• Treats international patients as a member of EURETINA and EVRS societies

Dr Levent Ersan is a highly prolific surgeon who has performed over 20,000 eye procedures throughout his career. He is a senior specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, one of the most established eye care centres in the region.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery at the dedicated Etiler clinic
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Recognised by the American Academy of Ophthalmology for his clinical standards
• Introduced iridology and complementary eye medicine seminars to the Turkish medical community
• Winner of the TUBITAK first prize for scientific research into ocular biology

Dr Yasar Dag is a highly accomplished ophthalmology specialist who developed a unique surgical method for toric lens implantation to treat astigmatism during cataract removal.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals
• Expert in manual small incision surgery for complex cases in vitrectomised eyes
• Trained at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish medical hub
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with research published in leading international journals

Professor Mehmet Tahir Sam is a highly prolific surgeon who has performed over 27,000 eye procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya.

• Specialises in iris-fixated lenses and Artisan Iris claw lens applications
• Serves as a live surgery instructor, training other surgeons in surgical techniques
• Holds certifications in vitreoretinal surgery for managing complex eye conditions
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Managed over 20 national and international scientific publications on ophthalmic outcomes

Professor Semra Coskun has performed over 5,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. She is a highly active surgeon with an extensive background in managing complex vision restoration cases.

• Specialises in surgical vision correction after managing thousands of ophthalmic procedures
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Maintains surgical standards as a member of the European VitreoRetinal Society
• Published over 30 scientific research papers on ophthalmology outcomes
• Multilingual specialist serving English, Serbian, and Albanian-speaking patients

Dr Alperen Koc is a cornea specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who focuses on restoration of vision and corneal health.

• Trained at the Beyoğlu Eye Hospital, a major centre for ophthalmic surgery
• Specialises in corneal conditions that often complicate routine lens replacement
• Graduate of the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs microsurgical procedures to improve visual clarity and patient independence

Associate Professor Esra Ayhan Tuzcu is a highly published eye surgeon at Dunyagoz Antalya who graduated third in her medical class.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification – a modern cataract technique using ultrasound to break up the clouded lens for easier removal
• Focuses on refractive surgery to help reduce a patient's reliance on glasses after treatment
• Trained in managing phaco complications to ensure patient safety during complex cataract procedures
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with over 50 scientific publications in eye care
• Completed dedicated training in retina-vitreous diseases at Ankara University

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a distinguished ophthalmology specialist at Medicana International Istanbul, having completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute in the United States.

• Specialises in cataract surgery combined with retinal management for complex cases
• Awarded the title of Professor for her extensive clinical work and research
• Member of both the Surgical and Medical Retinal Boards of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Expert in photodynamic therapy and advanced intraocular lens (IOL) technologies

Dr. Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Acibadem University (2023–2025). He practices at Acibadem Maslak Hospital (2024–2025). He completed a glaucoma fellowship at Harvard/Mass Eye and Ear in 2016. His clinical work covers glaucoma (MIGS, seton procedures), cornea (limbal stem cell surgery), lacrimal surgery (scarless endoscopic DCR), medical retina (intravitreal injections), myopia control in children, and orbital surgery.

He earned his MD from Hacettepe University and ranked 3rd in his class. He began his ophthalmology residency after placing 11th in Turkey’s TUS exam. Certifications include ICO Basic and Clinical (2010), FEBO (2015), Turkish Board (2016), Advanced ICO/FICO (2017), and USMLE Step 4. His awards include Acibadem Academic Achievement (2015–2023), Best Presentation (2022), and TOD awards (2022–2023). He has published 58 international articles and 15 books. He holds an MSc in Biological Data Science (GPA 3.94/4.00, top of term) and completed training in AI in Healthcare in 2020.

Dr Birgi Sönmezer has performed over 900 successful eye procedures and currently leads the Eye Laser Clinic at Medical Park Antalya.

• Specialises in vitreoretinal surgery to treat complex vision issues involving the retina
• Expertise in laser-based eye correction for clearer vision without heavy recovery
• Completed specialist training at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Provides personalised treatment plans based on direct evaluation of patient imaging
• Member of the surgical team at one of Turkey's largest medical networks

Professor Haluk Talu has performed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, demonstrating massive volume in vision correction.

• Recognised member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Specialises in cataract surgery and corrective eye diseases
• Published 50 scientific papers on ophthalmic surgical outcomes
• Trained at Nice Saint-Antiapolis University Hospital in France
• Senior specialist at Dunyagoz Istanbul, a world-leading eye care centre

Dr Akif Saygin is a specialised ophthalmic surgeon at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who focuses on восстановление vision through modern lens procedures.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Completed intensive skills transfer courses in cataract and refractive surgery
• Trained at Istanbul Goztepe Training and Research Hospital for ophthalmology
• Researched laser treatments for macular swelling affecting central vision
• Registered with the Turkish Ophthalmology Association to stay updated on techniques

Dr Digdem Begendi specialises in femtosecond laser procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital – a high-end facility known for surgical precision.

• Uses IntraLase laser surgery for more accurate corneal incisions and faster healing
• Performs laser iridotomy – a non-invasive treatment to manage eye pressure
• Researches ophthalmic outcomes with findings published in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Maintains professional standards through membership with the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Akdeniz University – a major centre for ophthalmology specialisation

Professor Levent Akcay is a heavyweight in ophthalmology with more than 55,000 surgical cases successfully managed throughout his career.

• Specialises in cataract surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital – a world-renowned specialist eye centre
• Published over 200 scientific articles on ophthalmic surgical outcomes and techniques
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic surgery
• Trained at Uludag University and Dr Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training Hospital
• Expertise in managing complex cataract cases involving reconstructive eye concerns