Laser eye surgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr Baha Toygar has performed over 30,000 surgical procedures, making him one of the most experienced eye surgeons at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in ReLEx SMILE and LASEK eye surgery for vision correction
• Acts as an internationally certified instructor for phakic IOL and intracorneal ring courses
• Serves as the General Secretary of the Black Sea Countries Ophthalmological Society
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr Haluk Talu is a heavyweight in refractive surgery, having performed over 20,000 operations at the Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Specialises in LASIK and ReLEx SMILE for vision correction
• Expert in treating presbyopia and complex cataract cases with IOL replacement
• Trained at Nice St Antiapolis University Hospital in France
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Published over 50 scientific papers on ophthalmic surgical outcomes

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 Aylin Koc Akbay has performed over 1,100 procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, one of Turkey's most specialised vision centres.

• Recognised member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Specialises in vision correction and complex cataract surgeries
• Trained at Marmara University School of Medicine in Istanbul
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Expertise includes general eye health and tailored contact lens fittings

Dr Digdem Begendi focuses on refined laser vision correction using IntraLase and femtosecond technology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in precise laser iridotomy and femtosecond laser procedures
• Researches ophthalmology outcomes with findings published in peer-reviewed journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at Akdeniz University
• Focuses on blade-free surgical techniques for improved patient safety

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a pioneering ophthalmic surgeon who developed the original 'Arslan' cornea techniques for complex eye procedures.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and Head of the Ophthalmology Department
• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery at the JCI-accredited Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Founded the Eye Bank at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Cafer Tanriverdi has performed over 20,000 surgical procedures and received international recognition for his work in refractive surgery.

• Awarded best oral presentation by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery in 2019
• Practices at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, a dedicated centre specialising in vision correction
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Republics Ophthalmology Association
• Former Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University where he taught future eye specialists
• Expertise includes complex cataract cases and sophisticated laser vision correction techniques

Dr Levent Ersan has performed over 20,000 surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on the latest refractive techniques.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Holds memberships with the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ASCRS
• Received the TUBITAK first place award for biology-focused ophthalmology research
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical faculties
• Introduced eye-focused complementary medicine seminars at the Harbiye Cultural Site

Dr Alperen Koc is a cornea specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has mastered a wide array of ophthalmic laser procedures.

• Trained at Beyoğlu Eye Hospital – Turkey's premier centre for advanced eye care and research
• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of the country's most established medical schools
• Focuses on precision corneal treatments for vision correction
• Uses modern diagnostic tools to assess suitability for laser procedures

Professor Ebru Gorgun is a senior ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, specialising in refractive surgery and advanced retinal care.

• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Former lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine – training the next generation of eye specialists
• Expertise includes medical retina and vitreoretinal surgery
• Member of the International Society for Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision
• Fellow of the European Society of Retina Specialists

Professor Levent Akcay is a heavyweight in ophthalmology, having successfully managed more than 55,000 surgical cases over his career at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Maintains a massive portfolio of 201 scientific publications and articles
• Recognised member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialised training completed at Dr Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• International expertise in both routine vision correction and complex reconstructive eye surgery

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a specialist ophthalmic surgeon based at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on vision correction through refractive and intraocular lens surgery.

• Author of clinical books on cataract treatment and presbyopia-correcting lenses
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Completed residency at Beyoğlu Eye Hospital, a major centre for eye care
• Regulated member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Multi-lingual specialist providing care in both English and German

Professor Matben Volkan has managed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital, specializing in refractive surgery and advanced vision correction.

• Performed more than 20,000 eye surgeries during three decades of specialist clinical practice
• Maintains active membership in the International Society of Refractive Surgery
• Expertise backed by training at the Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in correcting complex refractive errors using laser technology

Associate Professor Deniz Kilic is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist with over 10,000 surgical cases performed throughout his career.

• Completed a specialised fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery in Germany
• Holds the Advanced International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) diploma
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCSEd)
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Practises at the dedicated Dunyagoz Eye Hospital in Izmir

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. 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.

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.