Best Ophthalmology Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Associate Professor Ozer has performed over 25,000 procedures and holds a prestigious ICO-STAAR Surgical Fellowship from the University of Kansas.

• Specialises in vitreoretinal surgery and ocular oncology with training from Philadelphia's renowned Wills Eye Institute
• Completed advanced fellowships in the USA focusing on complex retinal disorders and eye tumours
• Passed all four International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) advanced exams for global surgical standards
• Leading researcher with over 24 published papers on cataract complications and corneal wound healing

Dr Omer Faruk Oge is a specialist eye surgeon at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital who has performed over 10,000 surgical cases.

• Specialises in cataract treatment using laser and intraocular lens procedures
• Expertise in corrective surgery for strabismus to align the eyes properly
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Focuses on paediatric eye health and treating amblyopia, also known as lazy eye
• Qualified at the Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital

Dr Anil Kubaloglu is a master of eye surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, having successfully performed over 30,000 procedures throughout his career.

• Specialises in keratoconus treatments like cross-linking and corneal transplants
• Expert in cataract surgery and refractive vision correction using LASIK
• Authored over 100 scientific publications on eye care and surgical techniques
• Holds memberships in the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr Semih Urz has performed over 35,000 eye surgeries and was named Turkey's 'Best Doctor in Eye Health and Diseases' by the Ministry of Health.

• Specialises in keratoconus and complex cataract surgery with multifocal lens implantation
• Performs vitrectomy – a delicate procedure to treat retinal and vitreous conditions
• Uses advanced laser techniques including ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and IntraLase
• Expert in glaucoma management and corrective strabismus surgery for misaligned eyes

Professor Ahmet Satici has performed over 20,000 eye surgeries and is a highly respected authority in Turkish ophthalmology.

• Performs over 1,000 successful procedures annually at his private practice
• Specialises in cataract, strabismus, glaucoma, and complex retinal conditions
• Full Professor at Harran University and member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Authored 94 scientific publications focused on improving patient eye health outcomes

Dr Sivrikaya has performed over 900 cataract treatments and leads the ophthalmic team at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya.

• Completed a specialist fellowship at the Russian Medical Academy Eye Hospital in Moscow
• Performs refractive surgery techniques including LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and IntraLase laser surgery
• Formerly a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Fluent in English, German, and Russian to support international patients

Dr Derda Ozer has performed over 900 procedures at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, specialising in complex retinal surgery and ocular oncology.

• Completed a prestigious ICO–STAAR surgical fellowship in vitreo-retina
• Performs vitrectomy and retinal detachment surgery for difficult cases
• Published 35 research papers in leading journals like Cornea
• Provides laser eye surgery including LASIK and IntraLase for vision correction
• Uses corneal cross-linking to strengthen the cornea in keratoconus patients

Professor Hamdi Er has performed over 12,000 eye surgeries and is a leading figure at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade.

• Completed retinal fellowships at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London and the Doheny Eye Institute in Los Angeles
• Specialises in ReLEx SMILE and LASIK using precise laser technology for vision correction
• Expert in complex cataract surgery using multifocal intraocular lens (IOL) replacements
• Performs advanced retinal transplantations and vitreoretinal procedures for difficult eye conditions

Dr Fevzi Akkan is a true pioneer in ophthalmology who performed Turkey's first bionic eye surgery. He leads the team at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler, specialising in vision correction and retinal care.

• Performed over 900 successful cataract operations at the Tallin Institute
• Awarded the TOD Best Surgical Video Award for his innovative bionic surgery
• Uses ReLEx SMILE and LASIK for minimally invasive vision correction
• Expert in retinal transplantation and multifocal intraocular lens (IOL) implants
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Vitreoretinal Society

Dr Pichit Naripthaphan is the President of the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club of Thailand. He has performed over 900 cataract procedures and leads the specialist team at TRSC International Eye and Vision Center.

• Specialises in LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and precise Femtosecond laser techniques
• Treats cataracts using phacoemulsification and multifocal lens implants
• Holds a C-LASIK certification from Atlanta, USA
• Completed a research fellowship at the USC Medical School in the USA
• Former Chief of the LASIK Centre at Rajvithi Hospital

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 Supalaset has performed over 900 cataract surgeries and holds international certifications in laser vision correction from London, Japan, and the USA.

• Specialises in ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and premium intraocular lens (IOL) implants
• Expert in complex corneal transplants including advanced DSAEK and DMEK techniques
• Completed a cornea and refractive observership at UCLA in the United States
• Published extensive research on LASIK outcomes and treatments for dry eye

Professor Anun Vongthongsri was the first Thai ophthalmologist to be certified in refractive surgery and has performed thousands of successful laser vision procedures.

• Completed a prestigious clinical fellowship in refractive surgery at Washington University Eye Center in the USA
• Director of the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Service at Ramathibodi Hospital since 2001
• Founding Medical Director of Laser Vision, a leading international centre for LASIK and eye surgery
• Specialises in ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and surface laser surgery to correct vision without glasses

Dr Sasi Yaisawang is a certified Cornea and Refractive Surgery Specialist at Intrarat Hospital who graduated with first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University.

• Specialises in LASIK eye surgery to correct vision and reduce dependence on glasses
• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO)
• Holds a certificate in telemedicine from Harvard University School of Medicine
• Certified by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists of Thailand (RCOPT)
• Currently a PhD candidate in Clinical Science at Chulalongkorn University

Dr Jindarak has performed over 1,100 cataract procedures and holds a prestigious International Clinical Fellowship in Glaucoma from the University of Illinois, Chicago.

• Specialises in managing complex cataracts and co-existing glaucoma conditions
• Expertise includes vitrectomy and retinal detachment surgery for serious eye injuries
• Trained at Chulalongkorn University, one of Thailand's most elite medical schools
• Uses precision laser techniques and multifocal lens implants for vision correction
• Board-certified medical doctor (MD) providing surgical and diagnostic eye care