Best Femtosecond Laser Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Professor Ahmet Satici is a career specialist who has successfully performed over 20,000 eye surgeries. He maintains a dedicated private practice following a distinguished academic career as a medical professor.

• Achieved full professorship at Harran University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes complex surgical cases and restorative eye health
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Previously served as an Associate Professor within top-tier medical faculties
• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at Dicle University

Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer has performed over 25,000 successful eye procedures and holds advanced international certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Completed a surgical fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Kansas Medical School in the USA
• Recognised as a refractive surgery specialist with expertise in laser vision correction
• Served as a clinical sub-investigator for major pharmaceutical trials with Novartis and Roche
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association Young Ophthalmologist Council
• Passed the US Medical Licensing Examinations (USMLE) with high clinical science scores

Dr Yasar Dag focuses on refractive and cataract surgery, specialising in precision laser techniques at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Recognised for his expertise in corneal diseases and advanced keratoplasty procedures
• Experienced in using Scheimpflug topography to assess anterior segment parameters for laser treatments
• Developed a practical method for marking corneal astigmatic axis during lens implantation
• Published medical researcher in leading journals including BMC Ophthalmology and Photodiagnosis
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD)

Dr. Semih Urz is an ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He has performed over 35,000 surgical procedures throughout his career. Dr. Urz specializes in ReLEx SMILE, cataract surgery, and vitrectomy. He received the Best Doctor award from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Expertise includes multifocal lens implants and LASIK eye surgery.
• Treats complex eye conditions such as keratoconus and strabismus.
• Authored several books regarding eye health and diseases.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Faruk Eroglu is an ophthalmologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 10,000 argon laser procedures. Dr. Eroglu specializes in retinal diseases, cataract surgery, and excimer laser therapy. He trained at Istanbul University’s Faculty of Medicine. His practice focuses on diabetes-related yellow spot treatment and refractive surgery.

• Completed over 5,000 excimer laser treatments and 1,000 cataract surgeries.
• Maintains membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
• Member of the European VitreoRetinal Society and the International Ocular Inflammation Society.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility serving 500,000 patients annually.

Dr Yasar Dag focuses on refractive and corneal surgery, with significant expertise in using advanced topography markers to improve surgical accuracy. He currently treats patients at the prestigious Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery using femtosecond laser technology
• Expert in corneal diseases and keratoplasty for complex vision restoration
• Developer of a practical method for marking the corneal astigmatic axis for lens implants
• Published researcher on using Scheimpflug topography for anterior segment evaluation
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Associate Professor Cafer Tanriverdi is a specialist eye surgeon 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
• Previously served as an Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University training future eye specialists
• Expert in modern refractive surgery techniques including laser-assisted vision correction
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Republics Ophthalmology Association

Dr Levent Ersan has performed over 20,000 surgeries and practices at the Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Trained at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine and Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Hospital
• Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Pioneered work in irodology and complementary eye medicine in Turkey
• Specialises in retinal nerve fibre imaging and glaucoma diagnostics

Professor Ebru Gorgun is a leading specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with a focus on cataract and refractive surgery. She serves as an active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

• Lectured at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the European Society of Retina Specialists
• Specialised training from Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of the International Society for Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision
• Treats cases involving both refractive errors and complex retinal health

Dr Digdem Begendi is a specialist ophthalmologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a focus on high-precision laser eye surgery.

• Specialises in IntraLase and femtosecond laser procedures for vision correction
• Performs laser iridotomy to treat and prevent specific types of glaucoma
• Researches clinical findings in ophthalmology for peer-reviewed medical journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Akdeniz University and Istanbul Bilim University School of Medicine

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a pioneering eye surgeon who developed the Arslan closed and covered cornea techniques for complex anterior segment cases.

• Founder and former Medical Director of the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Eye Bank
• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and coordinator at Florence Nightingale Hospitals
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO)
• Specialises in cataract surgery, IOL implantation, and advanced keratoplasty procedures
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)

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.

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 across his career.

• Completed a specialised fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at St. Franziskus-Hospital in Germany
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh since 2021
• Holds the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma and is a Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a specialist ophthalmic surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who focuses on refractive errors and presbyopia correction.

• Authored professional textbooks on cataract treatment and presbyopia corrective intraocular lenses
• Regular attendee at the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Trained at Beyoglu Eye Hospital, a major centre for complex ophthalmic procedures
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with over a decade of specialist focus
• Presents research at national and international symposiums on laser vision correction

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.

Hasan Kiziltoprak is a highly published eye specialist who has authored over 40 surgical research papers on corneal health and laser outcomes. He practices at Atlas University Hospital, focusing on restoring clear vision through precise laser techniques.

• Specialises in No-touch-LASIK for treating myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Expert in keratoconus management using crosslinking and corneal ring implants
• Performs multifocal 'smart lens' surgery to reduce dependency on glasses
• Researched wavefront-optimised versus topography-guided ablation for superior LASIK results
• Extensive experience in corneal densitometry to ensure post-operative clarity

Dr Yilmaz has performed over 30,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, including specialised work with the IntraLase femtosecond laser system.

• Holds a formal IntraLase Usage Certificate for highly controlled laser incisions
• Certified to perform INTACS corneal implant surgery for complex eye conditions
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in refractive surgery to correct vision and reduce reliance on glasses

Dr Fırat Helvacıoğlu is an ophthalmic specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who holds dual board certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Completed advanced training in optics and clinical science through the ICO board
• Regularly attends international symposiums on refractive surgery in Europe and the USA
• Recognised by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Expertise focuses on laser-based vision correction and lens implants

Sutan Kaya is a certified specialist in femtosecond laser applications for anterior segment surgery at Turkey's specialised Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Holds official certification in LASIK and presbyopia correction using multifocal intraocular lenses
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
• Trained in corneal topography analysis for precise pre-operative mapping
• Fellow of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Accredited in corneal collagen cross-linking and advanced scleral fixation techniques