Glaucoma treatment Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Mehmet Orçun Akdemir is a highly regarded ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who specialises in complex glaucoma surgeries and corneal procedures.

• Published key research comparing trabeculectomy and Ahmed glaucoma valve implantation for high-risk patients
• Expert in phacotrabeculectomy, combining cataract and glaucoma surgery to reduce patient recovery time
• Translated the specialist text 'Glaucoma, How to Protect Your Vision' into Turkish to improve patient education
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with over 20 peer-reviewed international publications

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu completed a specialist fellowship at the world-renowned Johns Hopkins Hospital within the Wilmer Eye Institute. Now practicing at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, he brings high-level academic expertise to surgical eye care.

• Holds the title of Professor at Biruni University – one of Turkey's specialised health sciences institutions
• Trained at Hacettepe University School of Medicine – a premier medical training hub
• Handled diverse clinical cases during his tenure at İnönü University School of Medicine
• Focuses on complex vitreoretinal and medical retinal conditions requiring senior specialist intervention

Dr. Nihat Karakaya has performed 92,000 surgeries at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul. He specializes in retinal detachment, cataract surgery, and LASIK vision correction. Dr. Karakaya is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He treats complex conditions such as keratoconus and strabismus in adults and children.

• Completed his medical training at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital.
• Performs advanced procedures including ReLEx SMILE and keratoplasty.
• Treats patients at an ISO 9001-certified clinic.
• Is an active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.

Tuğrul Akın is a specialised ophthalmologist practicing at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, a dedicated centre for vision correction and ocular health.

• Completed medical training at the Ankara University School of Medicine
• Advanced career education at the Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association
• Focuses on surgical and medical management of eye pressure disorders

Professor Ertan Sunay is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist who completed his specialist postgraduate training at the ZNA Middelheim Hospital in Belgium.

• Specialises in contemporary glaucoma treatment modalities and complex eye surgery
• Holds membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Ophthalmology
• Completed advanced surgical training across Europe, including Germany, Belgium, and the Czech Republic
• Certified in advanced techniques for corneal diseases and surgical phacoemulsification
• Active participant in international glaucoma update meetings and research seminars

Dr. Nazife Asikgarip is an ophthalmologist and eye surgery specialist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. She specializes in oculoplastic surgery, including blepharoplasty and eye area aesthetics. Dr. Asikgarip completed her medical education at Bursa Uludag University. She later specialized in ophthalmology at Istanbul University of Health Sciences.

• Performs cataract surgery with IOL replacement and lens implantation.
• Treats refractive errors using Excimer laser and LASIK techniques.
• Manages glaucoma and provides amblyopia treatments for patients.
• Works at JCI-accredited Private Koru Ankara Hospital in Turkey.

Dr. Mehmet Sahin is an ophthalmologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He has handled over 30,000 retinal disease cases. Dr. Sahin specializes in cataract surgery and refractive procedures. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients annually.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and SmartSight laser eye surgeries.
• Expert in retinal detachment surgery and vitrectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus and strabismus.

Professor Saim Ustunel is a highly trained ophthalmologist specialising in complex glaucoma care and surgical eye diseases at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical institutions
• Focuses on the medical and surgical management of intraocular pressure
• Extensive experience in private eye clinics managing refractive and glaucoma cases
• Graduated from the English-language medical programme at Hacettepe Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Akin Akyurt is an ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul. He has performed over 40,000 surgeries throughout his career. Dr. Akyurt holds a PhD in Immunomodulatory Therapy of Uveitis from Cologne University. He trained at prestigious eye clinics in Cologne and Tuebingen, Germany.

• Certified in LASIK, multifocal lens implantation, and femtosecond laser surgery.
• Treats complex conditions including keratoconus, cataract, and strabismus.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the German Ophthalmological Society.
• Works at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, an ISO-certified facility in Turkey.

Özer Kavalcıoğlu is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with deep expertise in managing complex intraocular pressure cases.

• Trained at Hacettepe University Medical School, one of Turkey's top-tier medical institutions
• Active participant in the World Glaucoma Congress and European Glaucoma Society seminars
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Focuses on surgical and medical interventions for ocular hypertension and optic nerve protection
• Regularly attends international symposiums to implement current evidence-based glaucoma protocols

Associate Professor Giray Ersoz is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology who ranked first in Turkey's prestigious Medical Specialty Examination.

• Holds specialist accreditation from the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Practises at Biruni University Hospital – a leading academic and research centre
• Active member of the Medical Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery units of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published over 50 scientific studies in top-class international medical journals
• Awarded multiple prizes for surgical videos and retinal research papers

Professor Peykan Turkcuoglu is a highly trained ophthalmologist who completed a prestigious fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital in the United States.

• Specialises in treating both anterior and posterior segments of the eye
• Recognised as a Professor at Biruni University School of Medicine
• Expertise includes vitreoretinal surgery and corneal transplantation
• Practices at Medicana Camlica Hospital, a leading Turkish medical centre
• Manages complex cases involving retinal disorders alongside glaucoma