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 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 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

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

Medical interests:

• 1. Ocular Oncology

• 2. Surgical Retina

• 3. Uveitis

• 4. Medical Retina

• 5. Cataract

Education:

• 1. Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 2004-2010

• 2. Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology 2011-2016

Experience:

• Liv Hospital Ulus

• 1st Hakkari State Hospital

• 2. Van Yüzüncü Yıl University, Faculty of Medicine

• 3. Yeni Yüzyıl University, Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital

Research & Publications:

Dr. Derda Ozer has worked on 5 major research projects in ophthalmology, including studies on uveitis, macular degeneration, and retinal conditions. He has helped test new treatments for inflammatory and vascular eye diseases in clinical trials.

Dr. Ozer has also published over 35 research papers in esteemed journals such as Cornea and International Ophthalmology. His work focuses on advanced imaging techniques, long-term outcome studies, and evaluations of innovative treatments.

Memberships:

• 1st Turkish Ophthalmology Association

• 2nd Turkish Medical Association

Awards:

• 1. ICO-STAAR Surgical Three-Month Fellowship in Vitreo-Retina

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

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

Former Chief of Refractive Surgeries and Contact Lens Unit at Rajvithi Hospital, Ministry of Public Health

President of the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club of Thailand in the Royal College of Ophthalmologists

Certificate Refractive Surgery C-LASIK, Atlanta,Georgia, USA

Education

• Medical Degree, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Thailand
• Residency in Ophthalmology, Department of Ophthalmology, Rajvithi Hospital Ministry of Public Health, Thailand
• Research Fellowship in Retina and Vitreous, Estelle Doheny Eye Foundation, USC Medical School, Los Angeles, CA, USA
• Automated Lamella Keratoplasty Course, Atlanta Georgia, USA (Under Casebeer, J.C., M.D. and Slade S.G., M.D.)

Work Experience

• 2015 - Present :
• Refractive Surgery Specialist, TRSC International Eye and Vision Center, Thailand
• Anterior Segment Specialist Surgeon, Bumrungrad Hospital, Thailand
• Senior Consultant Cornea, Refractive Surgery and Cataract lens Unit, Rajavithi Hospital Ministry of Public Health, Thailand          
• 1997 - 2015 : 
• Chief of the Refractive Surgeries and Contact Lens Unit, Rajvithi Hospital Ministry of Public Health, Thailand
• Chief of the LASIK Center, Rajvithi Hospital Ministry of Public Health, Thailand

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

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 Haluk Talu is a highly experienced Eye Diseases Specialist who has performed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in cataract surgery, multifocal lens implants, and refractive laser procedures
• Performs ReLEx SMILE and LASIK using precise vision correction techniques
• Published 50+ scientific papers on ophthalmology advancements and surgical techniques
• Completed fellowship training at Nice St Antiapolis University Hospital and St Roch Eye Clinic in France
• Active member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons