ReLEx SMILE eye surgery Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

Dr Alperen Koc is a cornea specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has focused his career on advanced refractive and corneal microsurgery.

• Completed specialist post-graduate training at the prestigious Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on precision corneal procedures and laser vision correction
• Handles routine eye health cases alongside complex surgical needs

Professor Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is an internationally recognised eye specialist who serves on the executive board for cornea and ocular surface at the Turkish Ophthalmological Association.

• Holds a fellowship from Harvard Medical School at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Awarded Fellowship of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO) for clinical excellence
• Specialises in corneal diseases and complex refractive issues at Istinye University Liv Hospital
• Certified by the International Council of Ophthalmology in optics and refraction

Professor Birgi Sönmezer is a senior ophthalmologist at Medical Park Antalya who specialised at the Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital.

• Spent over a decade at the renowned World Eye Hospital network across multiple branches
• Extensive focus on retinal and vitreoretinal surgery for complex eye cases
• Served as a founding partner of the Maya Eye Hospital
• Currently leads the dedicated Eye Laser Clinic at Antalya Medical Park Hospital
• Expertise includes microsurgery and advanced laser vision correction techniques

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a leading cornea specialist who has performed over 10,000 eye surgeries at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Holds a specialised Cornea and External Disease Subspecialty Diploma
• Member of the prestigeous Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology and International Council of Ophthalmology
• Contributes to clinical research on myopia treatments and toric phakic IOLs
• Won second place for best poster at the ESCRS conference in London

Professor Levent Akcay is a high-volume eye surgeon who has successfully managed more than 55,000 surgical cases at the Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade.

• Holds a prolific academic record with 201 scientific publications and articles
• Recognised member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialised in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery through the European Society
• Trained at the specialist level at Dr Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology

Professor Matben Volkan has completed more than 20,000 surgical cases at the dedicated Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Ankara. He focuses on refractive surgery for patients seeking freedom from glasses through laser techniques.

• Maintains membership with the International Society of Refractive Surgery
• Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Professional member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Specialised training completed at the Sisli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Treats international patients in fluent English

Professor Veysi Oner is a senior ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with over 900 successful eye procedures performed.

• Specialises in laser vision correction at a JCI-accredited eye centre
• Former Professor of Ophthalmology – trained newer specialists in the field
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association for professional excellence
• Works at a dedicated eye hospital focusing entirely on vision health
• Experienced in modern laser technologies for refractive surgery

Dr Ugur Tunc is an accomplished ophthalmologist who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University. He specialises in corneal diseases and refractive surgery at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Focuses on refractive surgery and corneal surface disorders
• Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University training the next generation of surgeons
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Awarded the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award by the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Published 18 peer-reviewed papers on corneal health and surgical outcomes

Associate Professor Gokcen Gokce is a laser eye surgery specialist who has performed over 10,000 successful operations at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir.

• Holds several certificates specifically for SMILE laser surgery and high astigmatism treatment
• Completed specialist medical training at the prestigious Gulhane Military Medical Academy
• Use of IFS Femtolaser technology for complex corneal tunnel and ring procedures
• Certified in Keratoplasty and Medical Directorship of cornea banks
• Expertise includes managing refractive errors and keratoconus with femtolaser techniques

Associate Professor Erkan Unsal has performed more than 20,000 surgical procedures during his career as a dedicated ophthalmologist.

• Specialised at the Ege University Faculty of Medicine in eye diseases
• Maintains active membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Published over 50 research papers in national and international medical journals
• Former staff member at the Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Lead surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir focusing on vision correction

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

• Completed a Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at the St Franziskus-Hospital in Germany
• Holds a fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCSEd)
• Awarded the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Advanced Diploma and FEBO title in Paris
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Serves as an Associate Professor, actively contributing to clinical research and surgical training

Professor Mustafa Ozsutcu is a senior ophthalmologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with deep academic and clinical roots in eye surgery.

• Specialises in refractive surgery including laser vision correction techniques
• Trained at Selcuk University, a major Turkish medical institution
• Held senior clinical roles at Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on precise corneal interventions for vision restoration
• Contributes to ophthalmology research at Medipol Mega Hospitals Complex

Associate Professor Faruk Kaya is a leading refractive specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with deep academic roots in laser eye correction.

• Published extensive research on intraocular lens power and corneal cross-linking outcomes
• Authored specialized book chapters on refractive surgery for Springer and other global medical publishers
• Recognised as an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Istanbul Medipol University
• Specialises in treating progressive corneal conditions and complex vision correction

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a refractive surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on laser vision correction and presbyopia treatments.

• Author of medical books on cataracts and presbyopia corrective intraocular lenses
• Regular attendee of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association refraction unit
• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at the dedicated Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Consults with international patients in both English and German

Professor Fevziye Ondes Yilmaz brings a massive track record to Dunyagoz Istanbul, having performed over 30,000 surgical procedures during her career.

• Specialises in refractive surgery including ReLEx SMILE and LASIK
• Holds international membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Certified surgeon for IntraLase and advanced corneal implants
• Active member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery