Best Laser Iridotomy Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Professor Ahmet Satici is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon who has performed over 20,000 successful surgical cases throughout his distinguished career.

• Achieved full professorship status at Harran University – a lead training ground for eye specialists
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association which sets national standards for eye care
• Specialises in complex glaucoma management and anterior segment procedures
• Maintains a private practice focused on high-precision laser and surgical treatments
• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Muhammet Derda Ozer is an associate professor and ophthalmologist at his JCI-accredited clinic in Istanbul. He completed a fellowship in vitreo-retina at the University of Kansas Medical School. Dr. Ozer has performed over 25,000 surgical procedures during his clinical practice. He holds the Advanced Examination certificate from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Specializes in cataract surgery, refractive laser vision correction, and retina care.
• Treats complex conditions including ocular oncology and pediatric retinoblastoma.
• Passed USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK for US medical licensure.
• Active member of the Young Ophthalmologist Council within the Turkish Ophthalmological Association.

Professor Hakan Sivrikaya is a multilingual eye specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya who completed his surgical residency at the Russian Medical Academy in Moscow.

• Holds memberships in the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expertise includes complex interventions for glaucoma and refractive errors
• Graduated from the prestigious Istanbul School of Medicine
• Fluent in English, German, and Russian to support international patients
• Member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery

Professor Hamdi Er is a microsurgery specialist who completed elite fellowships at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and the Doheny Eye Institute in the United States.

• Specialises in treating glaucoma using laser iridotomy and laser trabeculoplasty techniques
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European VitreoRetinal Society
• Performs complex retinal and corneal procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade
• Expertise includes multifocal lens implants and advanced refractive vision correction

Op. Dr. Yalçın İşcan is an ophthalmologist. He graduated from Istanbul University in 2005. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in 2010. He has more than 15 years of specialist experience. He performed thousands of eye surgeries at Batman Regional Hospital between 2011 and 2015. He worked at Private Batman Dünya Hospital from 2015 to 2025.

At Dünya Hospital, he provided care in cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, refractive procedures (PRK, LASIK, SMILE, phakic IOL), strabismus, oculoplastics, lacrimal surgery, pterygium, and keratoconus treatments (CXL, ICRS). He helped develop the unit into a regional referral center. Since 2023, he has also practiced two days a week at Pendik Medical Park and Kudret Göz Istanbul. Since 2020, he has been active in R&D. He founded a technopark start-up and built an AI-based red-eye decision support system. He continues to develop ophthalmic software and devices. He has several publications.

Professor Derda Ozer is a highly regarded ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has performed over 1,100 surgical and laser procedures. He brings a strong academic background from Istanbul Medicine Faculty to complex eye care.

• Awarded the prestigious ICO-STAAR Surgical Fellowship for advanced vitreo-retinal training
• Published over 35 research papers on innovative treatments in leading journals like Cornea
• Specialises in managing complex ocular oncology and inflammatory uveitis cases
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association driving clinical standards
• Experienced in treating rare vascular and inflammatory eye diseases through clinical trials

Associate Professor Ebru Gorgun is a highly regarded ophthalmology specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, Turkey’s largest eye care network. She focuses on complex retinal health and surgical interventions for glaucoma management.

• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Served as a lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association Medical Retina Unit
• Holds international membership with the European Vitreoretinal Society
• Specialises in clinical electrophysiology of vision and retinal care

Dr Duygu Tez is a specialised ophthalmologist who trained at New York University Mount Sinai Hospital and the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Specialises in glaucoma monitoring and treatment, including laser-based interventions
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Completed specialised cornea and retina courses at the GATA Department of Ophthalmology
• Published researcher in international journals on surgical techniques and clinical ophthalmology
• Holds an advanced surgical certification for excimer laser systems

Professor Birgi Sönmezer is a highly skilled ophthalmologist at the Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex who specialises in precision laser eye surgery.

• Trained at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Completed advanced post-specialisation training in retina and vitreoretinal surgery
• Served as a founding partner at Kayseri Maya Eye Hospital
• Spent over a decade at the renowned World Eye Hospital in Antalya
• Focuses on therapeutic laser treatments for complex eye conditions

Dr Begendi is an ophthalmology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a focus on precision laser eye treatments.

• Specialises in laser iridotomy and femtosecond laser procedures
• Maintains an active research profile with published findings in peer-reviewed journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Akdeniz University and Istanbul Bilim University School of Medicine

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in glaucoma and anterior segment surgery who pioneered the innovative retrograde glaucoma tube implantation technique.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and head of major university eye departments
• Founder and Medical Director of the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Eye Bank
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO)
• Published over 100 research articles in peer-reviewed medical journals worldwide
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a distinguished ophthalmology specialist with advanced research training from the Doheny Eye Institute at the University of Southern California.

• Specialises in anterior segment morphology and laser applications for glaucoma and retinal conditions
• Former Assistant Professor at Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Published extensive research on laser trabeculoplasty and pupil diameter changes after laser therapy
• Executive member of both the Medical and Surgical Retinal Boards of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society

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

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Completed specialist post-graduate training at the high-volume Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Maintains a focus on complex corneal health and eye pressure management
• Practises at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul

Dr Candan Karaca focuses on managing complex eye conditions at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in precise treatments for glaucoma and eye pressure regulation.

• Specialises in managing glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy
• Treats macular degeneration and yellow spot disease
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a major regional medical centre
• Focuses on vision preservation for patients with high intraocular pressure

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.

Dr. Yavuz Selim Doğan is an Ophthalmology Specialist currently seeing patients at Optimed International Çorlu Hospital.

Education: Graduated from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (2018) and completed his residency at SBÜ Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital (2023). He is also certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO).

Experience: Served at Kırklareli Training and Research Hospital (2023–2026) before joining Optimed International Çorlu Hospital.

Core Expertise: Cataract Surgery, Refractive Surgery, Oculoplastic Surgery (eyelid aesthetics, ptosis, tear duct surgery), Glaucoma, Medical Retina, Strabismus, and Pediatric Ophthalmology.

Memberships: Active member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Ophthalmological Society, and European Board of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Doğan offers comprehensive eye care ranging from routine examinations to advanced surgical treatments with a modern, patient-centered approach.

Dr Helvacıoğlu is a leading specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with international board certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Holds specialist certification in both Basic Science and Clinical Science from the ICO
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regularly attends international symposiums in London and France to stay updated on eye surgery protocols
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Expertly trained at Marmara University School of Medicine

Dr. Sutan Kaya is an ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul. He has performed over 45,000 eye surgeries. He specializes in LASIK, refractive surgery, and cataract treatment. Dr. Kaya is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

• Certified in presbyopia correction using multifocal intraocular lenses.
• Expert in femtosecond applications for anterior segment surgery.
• Maintains membership in the German Ophthalmological Society.
• Works at an ISO 9001-certified clinic by TÜV NORD CERT.

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist who holds the prestigious European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma. He currently serves as a Clinical Educator at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology with specialised cornea diplomas
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Published 84 peer-reviewed articles on refractive errors and ocular surface disorders
• Specialises in glaucoma surgery and laser trabeculoplasty techniques
• Award-winning researcher recognised by the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons