Cataract Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Omer Kamil Dogan serves as the Head of Ophthalmology at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental – one of Turkey's premier healthcare facilities.

• Specialises in cataract removal and managing complex corneal diseases
• Achieved senior academic status as a Professor at Selcuk University
• Contributed to medical science with 175 scientific publications and book chapters
• Highly proficient in cornea transplantation to restore vision in damaged eyes
• Trained at Ankara University, a leading institution for ophthalmology education

Professor Ümit Aykan is a Senior Ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with over 1,100 successful eye treatments performed. He is an active member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology Cataract-Refractive Surgery Unit.

• Holds a European Board of Ophthalmology fellowship (FEBO)
• Completed research at the Glaucoma Research and Education Group in San Francisco
• Specialises in cataract cases complicated by glaucoma or pressure issues
• Uses multidiode laser treatments to manage eye conditions without surgery
• Formerly a Professor at the Near East University School of Medicine

Professor Yavuz Kamil Bardak is a highly decorated ophthalmological surgeon who has performed over 1,100 successful eye treatments at the prestigious Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Recipient of the international Troutman Award for his research into laser thermal keratoplasty
• Completed a specialist fellowship in ophthalmology at the University of Nijmegen in the Netherlands
• Awarded the Professor Demir Basar prize for his research into protecting the lens from oxidative stress
• Recognised for excellence in clinical presentations at several international eye surgery congresses

Professor Baha Toygar is a senior ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Etiler who has performed over 30,000 successful eye surgeries.

• Specialises in cataract surgery using multifocal lens implants to restore clear vision
• Certified international instructor for phakic intraocular lens (IOL) surgical courses
• Serves as a moderator for the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expert in managing complex cases and precision surgical predictable outcomes
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ASCRS

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

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

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 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 Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in restorative eye surgery, having pioneered original techniques for complex corneal and anterior segment procedures.

• Specialises in cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation to restore clear vision
• Developed the Arslan closed cornea technique, a unique surgical method for complex eye repairs
• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and founder of the Cerrahpasa Eye Bank
• Examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology and member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

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

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

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