Cataract Doctors Abroad — Page 5

Dr. Yoonjung Jo is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Director at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Seoul. She is a certified ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon specializing in refractive vision correction. Her practice focuses on personalized astigmatism and vision repair using 1:1 surgical planning. Dr. Jo is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).

• Performs ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Maintains full membership in the European and American Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Treats complex eye conditions including glaucoma, uveitis, and retinal detachment.
• Works at a specialized clinic that treats 6,000 patients annually.

Dr Patchima Chantaren is a refractive surgery specialist at the TRSC International Eye and Vision Center, holding first-class honours from Mahidol University.

• Completed a clinical fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at Chulalongkorn University
• Trained in refractive techniques including Presbyond at the London Vision Clinic
• Specialises in ocular surface transplantation for complex eye surface repairs
• Former instructor at the King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital's cornea excellence centre
• Awarded an Asia Cornea Society grant for specialised training in Japan

Professor Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli serves at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital and brings international training in phacoemulsification surgery from the world-renowned Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami.

• Specialises in phaco surgery – a modern technique using ultrasound to break up cataracts for easier removal through tiny incisions
• Completed refractive surgery training at Moscow University to help patients reduce reliance on glasses
• Practises at VM Medical Park Pendik – a high-volume surgical hospital
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a specialist ophthalmic surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who literally wrote the book on cataract treatment and presbyopia corrective lenses.

• Specialises in presbyopia corrective intraocular lenses to improve near and far vision without glasses
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expert in paediatric ophthalmology, managing complex cataract cases in children
• Actively contributes to the Turkish Ophthalmology Association’s cataract and refractive surgery unit

Dr. Matben Volkan is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Ankara. He has performed over 20,000 surgical procedures during his career. He specializes in cataract surgery and refractive laser treatments. Dr. Volkan treats patients at a facility serving 27,000 people annually.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the International Society of Refractive Surgery.
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants.
• Graduated from Ege University School of Medicine.
• Practices at a clinic holding an International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.

Dr Tasanee Sirikul graduated with Second-Class Honours from Mahidol University and serves as a consultant specialist at the Laser Vision International LASIK Center.

• Specialises in refractive surgery – fixes vision issues like cataracts and severe myopia
• Registered specialist in cornea and refractive surgery at Mahidol University
• Serves as a Visiting Lecturer – trains future ophthalmologists in surgical techniques
• Completed advanced residency training at the prestigious Ramathibodi Hospital
• Offers specific expertise in corneal health and vision correction procedures

Associate Professor Yanin Suwan is a specialist in glaucoma and cataract surgery at the Laser Vision International Eye Centre. She serves as a senior academic at Mahidol University, one of Thailand's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Specialises in managing cataracts in patients with complex glaucoma issues
• Performs micro-incisional surgery to restore vision with minimal tissue disruption
• Researches angle-closure mechanisms to prevent vision loss after lens implantation
• Published extensively on ocular imaging and surgical outcomes in international journals
• Expert in treating rare secondary complications following previous eye surgeries

Assistant Professor Nawat Watanachai is a leading specialist in cataract and retinal care at the Bangkok Eye Hospital. He balances high-level clinical work with a senior academic role at Mahidol University.

• Specialises in cataract surgery combined with vitreoretinal management
• Serves as Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital
• Published researcher in retinal disease outcomes and ophthalmic procedures
• Expertise includes managing cataracts in patients with complex retinal issues

Professor Mucize Yaracan Eranil is the President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association Izmir Branch and a leading specialist in restorative vision surgery.

• Performs cataract surgery using multifocal intraocular lenses to improve focus at multiple distances
• Uses toric lenses during cataract procedures to correct astigmatism and reduce dependency on glasses
• Completed clinical observations at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London – a world leader in eye care
• Trained at Cambridge's Addenbrooke's Hospital in advanced eye clinic protocols
• Serves as a senior educator training the next generation of eye specialists

Professor Nurullah Cagil is a senior ophthalmologist at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital. He focuses on restoring vision through surgical intervention and specialised eye care.

• Specialises in cataract surgery to replace cloudy lenses with clear artificial ones
• Manages complex cases that require senior surgical expertise
• Provides comprehensive diagnostic assessments for lens-related vision loss
• Practices at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital – a prominent facility in Ankara

Associate Professor Erkan Unsal has performed over 20,000 eye surgeries and leads the surgical team at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification – the standard technique for removing cataracts through a tiny incision for faster healing
• Published over 50 research papers in national and international medical journals
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Formerly served at the Istanbul Training and Research Hospital as an Associate Professor

Associate Professor Deniz Kilic is a highly accomplished eye surgeon with a massive record of over 10,000 successful surgical cases. He brings European-standard expertise to cataract surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır.

• Completed a specialised fellowship in refractive surgery at St. Franziskus-Hospital in Germany
• Holds a prestigious European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma (FEBO) from Paris
• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) for high clinical standards
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Awarded dual scholarships from Turkey's national research council for ophthalmic contributions

Dr. Serdar Marol is an ophthalmologist with 28 years of practice. He has been involved in more than 25,000 surgical cases.

He graduated from the Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine (1983–1989). He completed ophthalmology training at the Inönü University Faculty of Medicine, Turgut Özal Medical Centre (1993–1997).

He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society (TOD), the Turkish Medical Association (TTB), and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He speaks English.