Cataract surgery (one eye) Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

With more than 20,000 surgical cases successfully managed, Dr Haluk Talu is a highly prolific eye disease specialist based at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) replacement
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Published 50 scientific articles on ophthalmic research and outcomes
• Former trainee at Nice St Antiapolis University Hospital in France
• Expertise includes laser eye treatments and presbyopia correction

Dr Digdem Begendi specialise in precision eye procedures using femtosecond laser technology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in laser-assisted surgery including intraLase and laser iridotomy techniques
• Published researcher in peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals regarding clinical findings
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Akdeniz University and Istanbul Bilim University School of Medicine
• Uses laser technology to improve surgical accuracy and patient recovery times

Dr Aylin Koc Akbay is a dedicated ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, having performed 1,100 successful eye treatments.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in modern lens replacement and general eye health
• Trained at Marmara University School of Medicine in Istanbul
• Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology

Professor Semra Coskun has performed over 5,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. She is a highly active surgeon with a strong academic background in ophthalmology.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Published more than 30 scientific papers on eye surgical outcomes
• Fellow of the European VitreoRetinal Society
• Specialises in cataract and retinal microsurgery techniques
• Multilingual specialist fluent in English and several Balkan languages

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a highly regarded ophthalmic surgeon who has pioneered his own surgical techniques for corneal and anterior segment procedures. He currently serves as the Eye Clinic Coordinator at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and leading authority in cataract surgery
• Developed the Arslan closed cornea and covered cornea surgical techniques
• Executive board member for the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Founded the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank and served as its medical director
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology diploma

Associate Professor Cafer Tanriverdi is a specialist ophthalmologist who has successfully managed over 20,000 surgical cases at the Dunyagoz Etiler Hospital.

• Awarded best oral presentation by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery in 2019
• Former Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University training the next generation of eye surgeons
• Specialises in refractive surgery and lens replacement for vision correction
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Recognised internationally for contributions to surgical innovation in cataracts

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a distinguished ophthalmology specialist with senior fellowship training at the Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California.

• Performed extensive research and clinical work in retinal and cataract care at leading institutions
• Expertise includes managing complex surgical cases such as lens subluxation and Marfan Syndrome
• Board member of both the Surgical and Medical Retinal Boards of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Published over 50 international papers on advanced ocular imaging and surgical outcomes
• Current Professor of Ophthalmology at Biruni University and Medicana International Istanbul

Dr Alperen Koc is a dedicated cornea specialist who trained at the prestigious Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul.

• Graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on corneal health and complex lens procedures
• Expertise includes microsurgical techniques for vision restoration
• Practices at Valued Med Hub Hospitals using modern diagnostic tools

Dr Levent Ersan has performed over 20,000 surgeries throughout his career. He is a senior specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on restoring clear vision using advanced techniques.

• Holds membership in the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Studied at Hacettepe University, a top-ranked Turkish medical institution
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Pioneered research in visual awareness and retinal health
• Won national scientific awards for his early research achievements in biology

Associate Professor Ebru Gorgun is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, specialising in advanced cataract and retina surgery.

• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Served as a lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the European Society of Retina Specialists for complex cases
• Active in the International Society for Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision

Dr Yucel Ozturk has completed over 30,000 surgical cases – a massive volume of experience at the renowned Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in refractive and cataract procedures at a leading specialist eye centre
• Published 20 scientific papers in national and international medical journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at major Turkish education and research hospitals in Kartal and Haydarpasa

Dr Birgi Sönmezer has performed more than 900 eye procedures and leads the Eye Laser Clinic at Medical Park Antalya.

• Specialised in vitreoretinal surgery and retina treatments
• Subspecialised at the Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Gained extensive expertise at the prestigious World Eye Hospital across multiple branches
• Personally evaluates all medical materials and prepares every cataract surgical plan
• Founding partner of the Kayseri Maya Eye Hospital

Professor Levent Akcay is a high-volume ophthalmologist who has performed over 55,000 surgical procedures during his career at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in complex microsurgery and ophthalmic plastic surgery
• Maintains an active membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Published 201 scientific papers and articles on eye health
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Trained at the Dr Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Dr Akif Saygin is a specialist ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with a dedicated focus on cataract and refractive surgery. He completed his medical training at Akdeniz University and his surgical specialisation at Istanbul Goztepe Training and Research Hospital.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Completed the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Skills Transfer course
• Deep expertise in managing diabetic macular edema along with vision restoration
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Regularly attends the live surgery symposiums to stay current with surgical techniques

Associate Professor Asker Bulut is a highly active eye surgeon who has performed over 10,000 successful surgical cases at Istanbul Medipol University Sefakoy Hospital.

• Specialises in surgical medical sciences with a focus on complex eye diseases
• Holds the rank of Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association’s Young Ophthalmologists Unit
• Completed specialist training in the Department of Surgical Medical Sciences
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association

Associate Professor Erkan Unsal has completed more than 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır – a major centre for ophthalmology.

• Specialised training from Ege University and Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Maintains international standards as a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Contributed to medical research with over 50 national and international publications
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Focuses on precision outcomes for vision correction and ocular health

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a published authority on modern vision restoration, having authored textbooks on cataract treatment and presbyopia-correcting intraocular lenses.

• Practises at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy, a dedicated centre for advanced ophthalmic care
• Expert in presbyopia-correcting lenses that help reduce dependence on glasses after surgery
• Trained at Beyoğlu Eye Hospital, one of the region's most prominent specialist training facilities
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regular contributor to national congresses on the latest surgical techniques

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 ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed over 10,000 surgical cases. He holds the prestigious Fellowship of the International Council of Ophthalmology and practices at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır.

• Completed a specialised Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at St. Franziskus-Hospital in Germany
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Recognised Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Holds the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma from Paris
• Expert in toric lens applications for correcting astigmatism during cataract removal