Vitreous body destruction Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Arslan is a leading figure in Turkish ophthalmology who served as President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and founded the Cerrahpasa Eye Bank.

• Specialises in anterior segment surgery, including complex cataract and intraocular lens (IOL) implantation
• Developed original surgical techniques for the cornea now recognised in international medical literature
• Trained at the University of Frankfurt's Darmstadt Eye Clinic in Germany
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO)
• Published over 110 peer-reviewed articles on surgical outcomes and eye health

Dr Alperen Koc is an expert cornea specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals, where he treats complex eye conditions using microscopic surgical techniques.

• Trained at Beyoğlu Eye Hospital, a major centre for ophthalmic surgery
• Graduated from the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs vitrectomy procedures – removing vitreous gel to clear floaters or debris and restore vision
• Specialises in corneal health and microsurgery for retinal disorders
• Manages both routine eye health and surgical vitreous interventions

Dr Theppachai Thammikasakul is a specialist ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital with advanced fellowship training in corneal and refractive surgery.

• Completed a sub-board fellowship in corneal surgery at Khon Kaen University
• Certified by the Phramongkutklao Hospital in specialist ophthalmology
• Focuses on precise microsurgical techniques for delicate eye structures
• Trained at Phramongkutklao College of Medicine, one of Thailand's leading military medical schools
• Expertise includes managing refractive issues to improve visual clarity

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a highly credentialed vitreoretinal surgeon who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute in the United States.

• Specialises in pars plana vitrectomy – a delicate surgery to clear the vitreous and repair internal eye structures
• Expert in treating complex vitreous base avulsions and traumatic retinal detachments
• Serves on both the Surgical and Medical Retinal Boards of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Published extensive research on advanced ocular imaging and successful vitrectomy outcomes

Dr. Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is an ophthalmologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He completed a glaucoma fellowship at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Celebi authored over 50 international articles and 15 books. He ranked 11th out of all medical graduates in Turkey's specialty exam.

• Specializes in scarless endoscopic lacrimal surgery and limbal stem cell transplantation.
• Performs minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and seton implant procedures.
• Hold certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) and FEBO.
• Manages myopia progression in children using specialized lenses.

Dr Birgi Sönmezer is a highly focused specialist in vitreoretinal surgery, currently leading care at the Medical Park Antalya Eye Laser Clinic.

• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Completed five years of post-specialist training in Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery
• Specialises in treating vitreous body issues using precise surgical and laser techniques
• Previously served as a founding partner at Maya Eye Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a highly credentialed ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully performed over 10,000 cataract and eye reconstruction procedures. He currently serves as a Clinical Educator at Istanbul Medipol University.

• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Holds the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) certification
• Specialises in ocular surface reconstruction to restore clear vision
• Expert in corneal transplantation and refractive surgical techniques
• Recipient of the Best Poster Award from the ESCRS London conference

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Johns Hopkins University Wilmer Eye Institute.

• Specialises in retinal diseases and vitreous management at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
• Focuses on pharmacological and surgical interventions for macular and vitreous conditions
• Published research on macular oedema management and intraocular implants in leading journals
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli is an ophthalmology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who trained at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami.

• Specialises in micro-surgical techniques for delicate internal eye conditions
• Completed specialised training in Moscow focusing on refractive eye procedures
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Experienced in phaco surgery – uses ultrasound to break up debris, requiring smaller incisions and quicker healing

Dr. Yucel Ozturk is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy. He has performed over 30,000 surgical cases. Dr. Ozturk treats complex eye conditions like optic nerve atrophy and cataracts. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 50,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in vitrectomy, keratoplasty, and retinal detachment surgery.
• Authored 20 international and national scientific publications.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Performs cataract surgery with IOL replacement and phacoemulsification.

Dr. Ugur Yayla is an ophthalmologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vitreo-retinal surgery and treats complex conditions like retinopathy of prematurity. Dr. Yayla completed a specialized fellowship in medical retina at Gazi University. He works at a center that serves over 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs retinal detachment surgery and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) procedures.
• Specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement and multifocal lens implants.
• Provides laser vision correction including LASIK, LASEK, and SmartSight techniques.
• Treats glaucoma using laser trabeculoplasty and surgical intervention.

Assistant Professor Nawat Watanachai is a leading retinal specialist at the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital – one of Thailand's premier medical schools.

• Specialises in vitreous and retinal disorders focused on restoring clear vision
• Performs delicate microsurgery to address internal eye changes and floaters
• Published researcher in retinal disease outcomes and ophthalmic surgical techniques
• Academic leader training the next generation of eye surgeons at Mahidol University

Professor Husnu Guzel is a senior ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who has successfully managed over 15,000 surgical cases.

• Specialises in vitreoretinal surgery for complex conditions of the vitreous and retina
• Former Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
• Published over 100 scientific articles on eye disease and surgical outcomes
• Fellowship-trained specialist with decades of clinical leadership in Turkey
• Expert in microsurgical techniques to restore vision and eye health

Dr Esra Vural is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology who has managed over 5,000 cases at leading Turkish and German eye centres.

• Holds FICO status from the International Council of Ophthalmology for high-level clinical expertise
• Completed specialized training at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich, one of Europe's top medical institutions
• Published academic research on innovative retinal prostheses and corneal crosslinking treatments
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association