IOLs implantation Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr. Nurullah Bulut is an Associate Professor of ophthalmology at Memorial Göztepe Hospital. He holds a patent application for a unique intraocular lens design. Dr. Bulut trained in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Chicago. He also completed ocular electrophysiology training in Germany. He is an expert in laser vision correction and retinal surgery.

• Published 26 peer-reviewed articles in international medical journals.
• Presented 29 scientific papers at global ophthalmology conferences.
• Maintains membership in EURETINA YOURS and the Turkish Ophthalmological Society.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Memorial Health Group in Istanbul.

Professor Haluk Talu is a prolific ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) replacement and presbyopia correction
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS)
• International clinical training completed at Nice St Antiapolis University Hospital in France
• Authored over 50 scientific publications focused on advancing eye surgery outcomes

Dr. Birgi Sönmezer is an ophthalmologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He focuses on vitreoretinal surgery and retina treatments. He trained at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and Okmeydanı Training Hospital. Dr. Sönmezer was a founding partner of Kayseri Maya Eye Hospital.

• Performs vitrectomies, retinal detachment surgery, and cataract procedures.
• Uses laser techniques for LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and photorefractive keratectomy.
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Practices at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

Professor Semra Coskun has performed over 5,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya – one of the region's largest dedicated eye health networks.

• Maintains membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Specialises in precise lens placement with more than 30 scientific publications to her name
• Member of the European VitreoRetinal Society (EVRS)
• Trained at the Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, known for its high clinical standards
• Experienced in complex eye surgeries involving multi-focal and specialty intraocular lenses

Dr. Osman Sevki Arslan is an ophthalmologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed three original surgical techniques, including the innovative Retrograde Glaucoma Tube Implantation. Dr. Arslan served as the founding Medical Director of the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 300,000 patients annually.

• Served as the President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Authored over 100 original articles in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
• Represented Turkey as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology exams.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Associate Professor Esra Ayhan Tuzcu is a highly accomplished ophthalmologist who graduated third in her class from Cumhuriyet University. She brings specialist surgical expertise to Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya.

• Holds a certified background in phacoemulsification and cataract complication management
• Completed specialised training in refractive surgery through the International Society of Refractive Surgery
• Has published over 50 scientific papers on ophthalmic surgical outcomes and techniques
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with decades of clinical practice
• Specialises in both basic and complex intraocular lens procedures

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist with specialised research experience from the Doheny Eye Institute at the University of Southern California – one of the world's premier eye centres.

• Specialises in managing complex lens subluxation cases, including those linked to Marfan syndrome
• Expertise in combined surgical approaches using pars plana lensectomy and intrascleral lens fixation
• University Professor at Biruni University and senior consultant at Medicana International Istanbul
• Fellowship-trained in vitreoretinal surgery and clinical retina research
• Published over 50 international papers on advanced ocular imaging and surgical outcomes

Dr Alperen Koc is a cornea specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who balances clinical practice with senior academic roles in Istanbul.

• Completed specialist post-graduate training at the prestigious Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise in managing complex corneal conditions and lens replacements
• Focuses on restoring vision through precision microsurgical techniques

Dr. Yucel Ozturk is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy. He has performed over 30,000 surgical cases. Dr. Ozturk treats complex eye conditions like optic nerve atrophy and cataracts. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 50,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in vitrectomy, keratoplasty, and retinal detachment surgery.
• Authored 20 international and national scientific publications.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Performs cataract surgery with IOL replacement and phacoemulsification.

Associate Professor Asker Bulut is a highly skilled eye surgeon who has performed over 10,000 successful surgical cases. He currently treats patients at the specialised Dunyagoz Eye Hospital in Istanbul Atakoy.

• Holds the title of Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Specialised in surgical eye diseases at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Experienced in managing complex surgical cases and Young Ophthalmologist training

Professor Akif Saygin is a specialised ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who focuses on restores vision through advanced refractive lens techniques.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Completed advanced skills transfer courses in cataract and refractive surgery
• Conducted research into macular treatments at Istanbul Goztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Maintains active membership with the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Participates in live surgery symposia to master the latest clinical applications

Professor Levent Akcay is a highly prolific ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed more than 55,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in complex lens implantations and reconstructive eye surgeries
• Authored over 200 scientific publications on advanced ophthalmology techniques
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Maintains active membership in the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Trained at the Dr Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital

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.

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.

Professor Matben Volkan is a high-volume ophthalmologist who has performed more than 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Ankara.

• Specialises in refractive surgery and advanced lens implantation
• Holds membership in the International Society of Refractive Surgery
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Completed specialist training at the Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Highly experienced in managing complex surgical eye cases

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a recognised expert in lens technology and has literally written the book on presbyopia-correcting intraocular lenses.

• Author of multiple medical texts focusing on cataract treatment and intraocular lens implantation
• Published specialist research on presbyopia correction for patients seeking clear vision without glasses
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine and Beyoglu Eye Hospital
• Regular contributor to Turkish Ophthalmology Association national congresses on refractive surgery

Associate Professor Deniz Kilic is a highly credentialed ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed more than 10,000 surgical cases.

• Completed a Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at the Zentrum für Refraktive Chirurgie in Germany
• Awarded the International Council of Ophthalmology Advanced Fellowship (FICO)
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Holds the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma from Paris
• Specialises in toric lens applications and complex anterior segment surgery

Dr. Arife Esra Kocakaya is an ophthalmologist. She trained at Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. She has clinical experience at İzmir Atatürk, Şanlıurfa Balıklıgöl, and İzmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospitals.

She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association, ESCRS, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She co-authored Ophthalmology: From Diagnosis to Treatment (2018). She presented at the XII Republican Congress of Belarus (2018) on dacryocystorhinostomy surgery and nonsurgical blepharoplasty.

She holds certificates from several TOD Skill Transfer Courses, including ptosis, vitreoretinal simulation, eyelid malpositions, the lacrimal system, and aesthetic eyelid and periorbital rejuvenation with botulinum toxin and fillers. She completed BILEP courses in ocular oncology, oculoplastics, cataract, and refractive surgery. She took AAO 2018 cadaver courses in facelifting, blepharoplasty, and oculoplastic surgery. She attended a pre-meeting course of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. She trained in corneal topography, orbital imaging, and hands-on cataract surgery. She is certified in CPR.