Best Cataract Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Dr Semih Urz has performed over 35,000 surgical operations and was named 'Best Doctor in Eye Health and Diseases' by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Specialises in cataract surgery with multifocal lens implantation to restore clear vision at multiple distances
• Performs vitrectomy, a delicate procedure to treat complex retinal and vitreous eye issues
• Expert in ReLEx SMILE and LASEK for advanced laser vision correction
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and an accomplished author on eye health

Dr Omer Faruk Oge has performed more than 10,000 eye surgeries and is a recognised expert in intraocular lens procedures at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital.

• Specialises in cataract removal and permanent lens replacement to restore vision clarity
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Trained at the Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, a leading Turkish centre for ophthalmology
• Expertise includes managing complex cataract cases alongside retinal diseases and ocular aesthetics

Dr Anil Kubaloglu is a heavy hitter in restorative eye surgery, having performed over 30,000 operations at the Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Specialises in cataract removal and complex corneal repairs
• Holds memberships with the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Authored more than 100 scientific publications on eye surgery techniques
• Uses modern lens replacement methods to treat presbyopia and cataracts

Professor Dr Ahmet Satici is a veteran ophthalmologist who has performed over 20,000 successful surgical cases throughout his distinguished career.

• Performs over 1,000 eye surgeries annually, maintaining high-volume surgical proficiency
• Achieved full professorship at Harran University – one of Turkey's established academic institutions
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association, focusing on modern surgical standards
• Held senior academic and clinical leadership roles for more than three decades

Associate Professor Derda Ozer has performed over 900 successful eye treatments and leads ocular care at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specialises in cataract surgery and retinal conditions including macular degeneration
• Completed a prestigious vitreoretinal surgical fellowship through the International Council of Ophthalmology
• Published over 35 research papers on advanced eye imaging and new surgical treatments
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association involved in medical retina clinical trials

Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer has performed over 25,000 eye procedures and holds advanced certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification – a gentle cataract removal technique using ultrasound meant for faster healing
• Uses TECNIS Puresee lenses to help restore clear vision and reduce reliance on glasses
• Completed a vitreoretinal surgical fellowship at the University of Kansas Medical School
• Active investigator in clinical trials for major global pharmaceutical companies like Novartis and Sanofi

Professor Hamdi Er has performed more than 12,000 eye surgeries, including complex cataract procedures and intraocular lens (IOL) replacements at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in multifocal lens implants to improve both near and far vision
• Completed fellowships at London's Moorfields Eye Hospital and the Doheny Eye Institute in Los Angeles
• Expert in laser-assisted cataract surgery and vision correction techniques like LASIK
• Published 63 international research papers on ophthalmology and eye disease management
• Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European VitreoRetinal Society

Dr Hakan Sivrikaya has performed over 1,100 successful eye procedures and holds a 5-star patient rating at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Trained at the Russian Medical Academy Eye Hospital in Moscow
• Specialises in refractive surgery to reduce dependence on glasses or contacts
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Fluent in English, German, and Russian to assist international patients

Dr Fevzi Akkan is an award-winning ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who has performed over 1,100 successful eye procedures.

• Specialises in cataract surgery with multifocal intraocular lens (IOL) implants to help restore vision
• Recognised with the TOD Best Surgical Video Award for pioneering bionic eye surgery techniques
• Uses retinal transplantation and laser surgery to manage complex vision loss cases
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Vitreoretinal Society

Professor Pichit Naripthaphan is a leading authority in vision restoration, former President of the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club of Thailand.

• Performed 900+ successful eye procedures at TRSC International Eye and Vision Center
• Former Chief of Refractive Surgeries at Rajvithi Hospital, Ministry of Public Health
• Completed advanced ophthalmic fellowships at USC Medical School and in Atlanta, USA
• Specialises in combined cataract and refractive solutions for clearer post-surgery vision
• Leads a multidisciplinary cataract team at a world-recognised eye and vision clinic

Dr Sumet Supalaset is a highly skilled eye surgeon at Intrarat Hospital who has performed over 900 successful vision procedures. He specialises in using advanced intraocular lenses to restore sight and reduce the need for glasses.

• Performs phacoemulsification with multifocal and EDOF lenses for clearer vision at all distances
• Trained in cornea and refractive surgery at UCLA and institutions in London and Kyoto
• Expert in complex cases including cataract surgery combined with corneal transplantation
• Former lecturer at the Chulabhorn Royal Academy and published researcher in international eye journals

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 Anun Vongthongsri was the first ophthalmologist from Southeast Asia elected for a clinical fellowship at the prestigious Washington University Eye Center.

• Specialises in combining cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants to correct near vision
• Former Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital School of Medicine
• First Thai doctor certified in refractive surgery with over 900 successful procedures
• Medical Director at Laser Vision International LASIK Centre in Bangkok
• Participated in clinical studies for excimer laser technology and vision correction

Dr. Nesrin Tutas Gunaydin is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Goztepe Hospital in Istanbul. She has published over 30 scientific papers in national and international medical journals. Dr. Gunaydin previously served as Chief Assistant at Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Kartal City Hospital. She is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

• Holds a certification in corneal transplantation.
• Certified as an Eye Bank Medical Director.
• Contributed to five medical book chapters, including international publications.
• Translated major clinical texts like Vaughan & Asbury: General Ophthalmology.

Dr Ponpawee Jindarak is a highly active eye specialist at Intrarat Hospital who has performed over 1,100 successful ophthalmic treatments.

• Completed an international clinical fellowship in glaucoma at the University of Illinois in Chicago
• Earned her medical degree and specialist certification from the prestigious Chulalongkorn University
• Expertise in managing co-existing eye conditions like glaucoma alongside cataract removal
• Practises as a specialist medical doctor with dedicated training in vision-saving procedures