Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP disease) Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc is a Johns Hopkins-trained ophthalmologist based at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, specialising in complex retinal and corneal diseases.

• Completed a research fellowship at the prestigious Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University
• Awarded the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award by the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Expert in managing retinal diseases and ocular surface disorders for paediatric and adult patients
• Published 18 peer-reviewed research papers on eye surgery outcomes and macular management
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr Mediha Tok Cevik focuses on screening and managing retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) at Liv Hospital Ulus. She deals with delicate retinal conditions in newborns to protect their vision.

• Treats medical retina disorders that affect the back of the eye
• Highly skilled in corneal transplants and complex cataract surgery
• Expertise in oculoplasty – surgery to correct eyelid and tear duct issues
• Specialises in refractive surgery to correct vision and reduce lens dependence
• Practices at Liv Hospital – one of Turkey's leading private healthcare facilities

Dr Matin Suleymanzade is an ophthalmology specialist at Biruni University Hospital with dual certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO).

• Specialises in complex eye conditions including corneal diseases and glaucoma
• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at Gülhane Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD)
• Expertise in oculoplastic surgery for functional and aesthetic eye repairs
• Certified in basic sciences and optics through rigorous international examinations

Professor Osman Murat Uyar is a vitreoretinal surgery specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with deep expertise in managing complex retinal vascular diseases.

• Specialises in Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) and other high-risk retinal conditions in infants.
• Uses Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) for highly detailed imaging of the retinal layers.
• Expert in laser photocoagulation and intravitreal injections to prevent vision loss.
• Member of the retinal unit at Liv Hospital, a leading centre for surgical eye care.
• Trained at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's top-tier medical institutions.

Associate Professor Giray Ersoz is a highly decorated retinal specialist who ranked first in Turkey's prestigious national medical specialty examination.

• Followed by over 57,000 international ophthalmologists for his retinal disease clinical insights
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association's Vitreoretinal Surgery Unit
• Registered Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Winner of multiple research awards for his work on retinal disorders
• Published 50+ scientific studies in top-tier medical journals globally

Dr. Vedat Kaya is an ophthalmologist at Liv Hospital Ulus in Istanbul. He focuses on cataract surgery, laser operations, and corneal diseases. Dr. Kaya serves as a reviewer for The Cornea journal. He treats complex eye conditions including glaucoma, keratoconus, and uveitis. His practice is based at a JCI-accredited facility known for high surgical safety standards.

• Specializes in cataract diagnostics and ophthalmoscopy.
• Treats retinopathy of prematurity and retinal artery occlusion.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Practices at a hospital with over 13,000 operations performed annually.

Professor Betul Tugcu is a senior ophthalmology specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with high-level academic standing in eye diseases.

• Holds the title of Professor at Bezmialem Vakıf University – a major medical faculty
• Specialises in paediatric eye conditions including Retinopathy of Prematurity
• Member of the International Strabismological Association focusing on complex eye alignment
• Fellow of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association involved in clinical research
• Handled intricate cases as a specialist at Turkey's leading education and research hospitals