Keratoplasty Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Professor Ertan Sunay holds a specialized certificate in corneal diseases and keratoplasty with extensive international training from ZNA Middelheim Hospital in Belgium.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Certified in corneal cross-linking and Ferrara rings application
• Trained in ocular and corneal wavefront analysis for precise mapping
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Completed advanced surgical training at Istanbul University School of Medicine

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.

The doctor graduated from Ankara University School of Medicine and furthered their education at Gülhane Military Medical Academy in Turkey. They are a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association and the Turkish Medical Association, indicating a commitment to professional development and adherence to medical standards in ophthalmology.

Dr. Ihsan Yilmaz is an ophthalmologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He authored a research handbook on Phacik intraocular lenses distributed to 300+ eye surgeons. Dr. Yilmaz specializes in vitreoretinal surgery and macular conditions. He gained international clinical experience in the USA before practicing in Istanbul.

• Holds certification from the European Board of Ophthalmology.
• Treats complex conditions like retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration.
• Performs LASIK, vitrectomy, and cataract surgery with specialized lens replacement.
• Is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ARVO.

Professor Ibrahim Tuncer has managed over 10,000 surgical cases and is a prolific researcher with 48 published scientific articles in international indexes.

• Maintains a high academic standing with over 250 citations of his ocular research
• Presented 28 specialist papers at global and national scientific meetings
• Focuses on complex corneal and refractive cases at Can Hospitals Turkey
• Expertise includes managing pterygium and intricate oculoplastic surgery
• Skilled in both surgical and medical laser treatments for corneal health

Professor Peykan Turkcuoglu is a highly regarded ophthalmic surgeon who gained specialist training at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital in the United States.

• Specialises in corneal transplantation and managing complex keratoconus cases
• Performs vitreoretinal surgery for posterior segment eye disorders
• Trained at Hacettepe University School of Medicine in Turkey
• Handles both adult and paediatric strabismus treatments
• Practises at Medicana Camlica Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Akin Akyurt brings substantial European expertise to corneal surgery, having completed his specialist training at the University Eye Clinics in Cologne and Tuebingen.

• Holds a PhD in immunomodulatory therapy from the Cologne University of Applied Sciences
• Certified in femtosecond applications for anterior segment surgery and corneal topography
• Performs corneal collagen cross-linking to stabilise the ocular surface
• Member of the German Ophthalmological Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in scleral fixation techniques and multifocal intraocular lens correction

Dr. Özer Kavalcıoğlu has performed over 60,000 eye surgeries at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics. He specializes in cataract treatment and refractive laser surgery. He graduated from the prestigious Hacettepe University Medical School. Dr. Kavalcıoğlu sits on several international boards for ophthalmic surgery.

• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery with multifocal lens implantation.
• Maintains membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).
• Is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Participated in global congresses hosted by the European Society of Ophthalmology.

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.

Dr. Giray Ersoz is an associate professor and ophthalmologist at Biruni University Hospital. He ranked first in the Turkish Medical Specialty Examination (TUS) among all candidates nationwide. Dr. Ersoz specializes in medical retina and complex vitreoretinal surgery. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO).

• Published over 50 scientific studies in international medical journals.
• Treats retinal detachment, macular holes, and diabetic eye diseases.
• Performs cataract surgery using smart lens technology.
• Maintains an educational platform followed by over 57,000 ophthalmologists worldwide.