92 Best Keratoconus Doctors in Turkey

Professor Digdem Begendi specialise in laser-assisted eye procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. She focus on high-precision techniques to stabilise the cornea and improve visual clarity.

• Specialises in IntraLase laser surgery for high-precision corneal reshaping
• Uses femtosecond laser technology for safer and more accurate procedures
• Performs laser iridotomy to manage internal eye pressure
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published researcher in peer-reviewed international ophthalmology journals

Professor Arslan is a leading authority in corneal surgery and pioneered his own surgical techniques for complex eye repairs. He founded the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Eye Bank and serves as a coordinator at the Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Developed the Arslan closed cornea technique for specialised corneal management
• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology diploma exams
• Published 110+ peer-reviewed articles on anterior segment and corneal surgery
• Experienced in keratoplasty, which involves replacing damaged cornea tissue with healthy donor tissue

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a leading ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, specialising in corneal disorders and complex retinal surgery.

• Performs LASIK and refractive procedures to correct vision issues caused by keratoconus
• Completed advanced surgical training at the European School for Advanced Studies in Ophthalmology
• Authored 40+ peer-reviewed publications on ocular health and real-world treatment outcomes
• Board member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society across both medical and surgical retina divisions
• Conducted research at the Doheny Eye Institute at the University of Southern California

Professor Alperen Koc is a cornea specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who leads complex vision correction cases in Istanbul.

• Specialises in corneal transplants and cross-linking to stabilise the eye's shape
• Completed post-graduate training at Beyoğlu Eye Hospital, a major regional eye centre
• Graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs diverse ophthalmic procedures to restore visual clarity and stop disease progression

Associate Professor Gokcen Gokce has performed over 10,000 surgical procedures and specialises in complex corneal cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir.

• Uses femtolaser technology to insert corneal rings for precise keratoconus correction
• Performs keratoplasty to replace damaged corneal tissue with healthy donor grafts
• Certified in femtolaser-assisted corneal tunnel surgery for faster patient recovery
• Previously served as an Associate Professor at the prestigious Gulhane Military Medical Academy
• Holds specialist certification in managing high astigmatism using femtolaser techniques

Professor Levent Akcay is a high-volume eye surgeon who has performed more than 55,000 surgical procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in corneal treatments and oculoplastic surgery – repairing delicate structures around the eye
• Contributed to 201 scientific publications on ophthalmic surgical outcomes and techniques
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic Surgery
• Trained at Dr Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital, a major Turkish specialist centre

Dr Akif Saygin is a specialised ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with elite training in cataract and refractive surgery. He holds a medical degree from Akdeniz University and completed his specialist registrar training at Istanbul Goztepe Hospital.

• Treats keratoconus using corneal cross-linking to strengthen the eye and stop vision loss
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Performs refractive surgery to correct vision issues and reduce dependence on glasses
• Published research on laser treatments for retinal conditions like macular oedema

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.

Associate Professor Deniz Kilic is a highly credentialed eye surgeon who has successfully managed over 10,000 surgical cases across his career.

• Completed a specialist fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at St Franziskus-Hospital in Germany
• Holds a Fellowship from the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) and the European Board of Ophthalmology
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCSEd)
• Expertise in corrective procedures to reshape the cornea and improve visual clarity
• Awarded the FICO International Fellowship Scholarship for clinical excellence

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on corneal refractive procedures and complex vision correction.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Trained at Beyoglu Eye Hospital, a major centre for ophthalmic surgery
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association refractive surgery unit
• Published author on lens corrective technologies and cataract treatments
• Regular presenter at international symposiums on refractive surgery outcomes

Associate Professor Erkan Unsal is a highly skilled eye specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır. He has successfully managed over 20,000 surgical cases during his career.

• Specialises in corneal conditions and vision correction surgery
• Fellow at the Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Published over 50 research papers in international medical journals
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology

Associate Professor Gokay Gunay is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with over 20,000 successful procedures to his name.

• Specialises in refractive surgery to correct vision and reshape the cornea
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Trained at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine eye department
• Active in the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expertise in corneal management using professional surgical protocols

Professor Husnu Guzel has managed over 15,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, specialising in complex vision restoration.

• Former Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
• Published more than 100 scientific articles on ophthalmic surgery
• Highly skilled in managing corneal irregularities and structural eye conditions
• Focuses on precision-based techniques to improve visual acuity
• Trained other eye specialists during his senior academic tenure

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.