Cataract Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr Duygu Tez is a surgical specialist who trained in ophthalmology at New York University Mount Sinai Hospital. She focuses on precision eye care and surgical management at Adem and Havva Medical Center.

• Trained in excimer laser systems for precise vision correction and surgical surface treatments
• Completed specialised training in managing astigmatism and corneal issues to improve vision quality
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, staying current with modern surgical protocols
• Background in hospital management, focusing on efficient care delivery and patient safety standards

Professor Mehmet Tahir Sam is a highly prolific surgeon who has performed over 27,000 eye procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya.

• Specialises in iris-fixated lenses and Artisan Iris claw lens applications
• Serves as a live surgery instructor, training other surgeons in surgical techniques
• Holds certifications in vitreoretinal surgery for managing complex eye conditions
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Managed over 20 national and international scientific publications on ophthalmic outcomes

Professor Pervin Uygur is a senior ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler, where she has performed over 1,100 successful eye procedures.

• Specialises in surgical management of cataracts and lens replacement
• Works at Dunyagoz, a leading international centre for eye health
• Focuses on restoring vision through precision microsurgery
• Recognised for managing both routine and higher complexity cases

Dr Birgi Sönmezer has performed over 900 successful eye procedures and currently leads the Eye Laser Clinic at Medical Park Antalya.

• Specialises in vitreoretinal surgery to treat complex vision issues involving the retina
• Expertise in laser-based eye correction for clearer vision without heavy recovery
• Completed specialist training at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Provides personalised treatment plans based on direct evaluation of patient imaging
• Member of the surgical team at one of Turkey's largest medical networks

Dr Digdem Begendi specialises in femtosecond laser procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital – a high-end facility known for surgical precision.

• Uses IntraLase laser surgery for more accurate corneal incisions and faster healing
• Performs laser iridotomy – a non-invasive treatment to manage eye pressure
• Researches ophthalmic outcomes with findings published in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Maintains professional standards through membership with the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Akdeniz University – a major centre for ophthalmology specialisation

Professor Semra Coskun has performed over 5,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. She is a highly active surgeon with an extensive background in managing complex vision restoration cases.

• Specialises in surgical vision correction after managing thousands of ophthalmic procedures
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Maintains surgical standards as a member of the European VitreoRetinal Society
• Published over 30 scientific research papers on ophthalmology outcomes
• Multilingual specialist serving English, Serbian, and Albanian-speaking patients

Dr Aylin Koc Akbay has completed over 1,100 successful eye procedures and serves as a lead ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Istanbul Etiler.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• International fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in surgical cataract extraction and lens implantation
• Trained at Marmara University School of Medicine in Istanbul
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology

Dr Alperen Koc is a cornea specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who focuses on restoration of vision and corneal health.

• Trained at the Beyoğlu Eye Hospital, a major centre for ophthalmic surgery
• Specialises in corneal conditions that often complicate routine lens replacement
• Graduate of the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs microsurgical procedures to improve visual clarity and patient independence

Associate Professor Cafer Tanriverdi is an award-winning ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Recognised by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery for his expertise in the field
• Served as a senior clinical educator at Istanbul Medipol University for over a decade
• Specialises in refractive surgery techniques to improve vision and reduce reliance on glasses
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Republics Ophthalmology Association

Associate Professor Esra Ayhan Tuzcu is a highly published eye surgeon at Dunyagoz Antalya who graduated third in her medical class.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification – a modern cataract technique using ultrasound to break up the clouded lens for easier removal
• Focuses on refractive surgery to help reduce a patient's reliance on glasses after treatment
• Trained in managing phaco complications to ensure patient safety during complex cataract procedures
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with over 50 scientific publications in eye care
• Completed dedicated training in retina-vitreous diseases at Ankara University

Dr Theppachai Thammikasakul is a lead ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital who specialised in corneal and refractive surgery through his fellowship at Khonkaen University.

• Specialises in cataract removal using internal lens replacement to restore clear vision
• Completed fellowship training in corneal and refractive surgery for delicate eye repairs
• Earned his medical degree from the prestigious Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
• Focuses on precision lens placement to reduce dependency on glasses after surgery
• Practices at Intrarat Hospital using modern diagnostic tools for eye health assessment

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in restorative eye surgery, having pioneered original techniques for complex corneal and anterior segment procedures.

• Specialises in cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation to restore clear vision
• Developed the Arslan closed cornea technique, a unique surgical method for complex eye repairs
• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and founder of the Cerrahpasa Eye Bank
• Examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology and member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Pe Chong E is a dedicated ophthalmologist at BGN Eye Hospital who has successfully performed over 1,100 surgical procedures.

• Specialises in cataract treatment using a variety of lens options to suit individual vision needs
• Maintains a strong clinical track record with over 1,100 treatments completed to date
• Focuses on tailoring surgery plans to each patient's specific medical history
• Recognised for high patient satisfaction with a 4.4 out of 5 rating

Dr Ebru Gorgun is a specialist eye surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with extensive credentials in both cataract and complex retinal surgery.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association Medical Retina Unit
• Specialises in combining cataract removal with complex vitreoretinal treatments
• Former lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine training future specialists
• Treats international patients as a member of EURETINA and EVRS societies

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a distinguished ophthalmology specialist at Medicana International Istanbul, having completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute in the United States.

• Specialises in cataract surgery combined with retinal management for complex cases
• Awarded the title of Professor for her extensive clinical work and research
• Member of both the Surgical and Medical Retinal Boards of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Expert in photodynamic therapy and advanced intraocular lens (IOL) technologies