Cataract surgery (both eyes) Doctors in Istanbul, Turkey — Page 2

Dr Fevziye Ondes Yilmaz has performed over 30,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, one of the most prominent specialised eye centres in the region.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Certified INTACS Corneal Implants surgeon for complex vision correction
• Holds specialised certification for IntraLase laser technology
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Associate Professor Gokay Gunay has performed over 20,000 surgical procedures throughout his career at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery techniques
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Holds membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr Esra Vural is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology who has managed over 5,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Completed advanced clinical training at the Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich, Germany
• Holds the prestigious title of Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO)
• Published academic research on innovative retinal prostheses and corneal crosslinking treatments
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Maintains high surgical volume across several major city hospitals involving complex eye care

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a dedicated eye specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who literally wrote the book on modern cataract care and presbyopia correction.

• Authored 'Cataract and Its Treatment', providing a textbook-level understanding of surgical techniques
• Specialises in presbyopia-correcting intraocular lenses to help patients reduce dependency on glasses
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regularly attends the Turkish Ophthalmology Association national congresses to stay updated on lens technology
• Trained at the well-known Beyoglu Eye Hospital in Istanbul

Specializations

Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)

Glaucoma (Eye Pressure)

Yellow Spot Disease

Diabetic Retinopathy

Professor Ihsanyilmaz is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology and completed specialised training at the Vance Thompson Vision Center in the United States.

• Specialises in implanting smart and toric lenses to correct astigmatism and presbyopia during surgery
• Focuses on vitreoretinal surgery and manages complex cases involving diabetic retinopathy or macular hole
• Holds membership in the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Serves on the executive board for the Turkish Ophthalmological Association young ophthalmologists group
• Consults at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul – a centre known for high-standard medical technology

Dr Helvacıoğlu has performed over 20,000 successful eye surgeries at the specialized Veni Vidi Eye Clinic in Istanbul.

• Holds dual certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology in basic and clinical sciences
• International member of both the European and American Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regularly attends global symposiums on Intraocular Lens (IOL) implants and cataract surgery
• Fellowship trained at the Bakirkoy Dr Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital

Sutan Kaya is a high-volume ophthalmologist who has performed over 45,000 surgeries at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Holds specialist certification in multifocal intraocular lenses for correcting presbyopia
• Qualified in femtosecond laser applications for precise anterior segment surgery
• Certified in advanced scleral fixation techniques for complex lens placement
• Active member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Recognised by the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Vedat Kaya is a leading ophthalmologist at Liv Hospital Ulus who has published over 60 scientific papers on corneal and anterior segment surgery.

• Published an authoritative book on wavefront and topography-based laser technology
• Appointed as a reviewer for 'The Cornea' – a top-tier international medical journal
• Specialises in refractive and anterior segment surgery for complex vision correction
• Extensive academic background with training from the Faculty of Medicine at Ankara University
• Focuses on precise corneal conditions that impact vision clarity and surgical outcomes

Professor Yusuf Yildirim has performed over 10,000 cataract surgeries and serves as a Clinical Educator at Istanbul Medipol University.

• Holds a subspecialty diploma in Cornea and External Disease for complex cases
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology and International Council of Ophthalmology
• Expert in advanced phakic IOL implantation and femtosecond laser techniques
• Authored over 80 scientific articles on refractive surgery and corneal health

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu completed a prestigious fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute, the top-ranked ophthalmology centre in the United States.

• Performed over 30,000 eye surgeries including complex cataract cases
• Serves as a Professor at Biruni University in Istanbul training future eye specialists
• Expertise includes vitreoretinal surgery and advanced medical retinal treatments
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Retina Specialists
• Practises at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, a specialised centre for vision correction

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc recently completed a prestigious research fellowship at Johns Hopkins University's Wilmer Eye Institute – the top-ranked eye hospital in the United States.

• Specialises in cataract surgery, corneal diseases, and refractive surgery
• Uses topical anaesthesia for phacoemulsification to improve patient comfort
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Awarded the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award by the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Practises at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Ihsan Yilmaz is a senior ophthalmologist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul who received international specialist training at the Vance Thompson Vision Center in the United States.

• Published a key handbook on phakic intraocular lenses used by 300 specialist doctors
• Specialises in fitting smart lenses and toric lenses during cataract procedures
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO)
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Expert in managing cataracts complicated by diabetic retinopathy or macular degeneration

Dr Nihat Karakaya is a highly skilled ophthalmic surgeon at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with expertise in complex intraocular lens (IOL) replacements.

• Maintains prestigious membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Specialises in precise cataract removal and lens implantation for both eyes
• Completed medical training at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital
• Expert in managing retinal detachment surgery Alongside cataract procedures
• Stays current with global surgical techniques through international ophthalmology congresses

Professor Ertan Sunay is a highly credentialed ophthalmic surgeon who completed specialist post-graduate training at ZNA Middelheim Hospital in Belgium.

• Holds advanced certification in surgical techniques for phacoemulsification and technology-driven lens implants
• Maintains active membership with the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expertise includes complex cataract cases and Phakic IOL surgeries
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Practises at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, a dedicated centre for vision correction

Dr Tuğrul Akın is a dedicated eye specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with advanced postgraduate training from the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Completed his medical degree at Ankara University School of Medicine
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Registered specialist with the Turkish Medical Association
• Focuses on precision outcomes for cataract and vision correction cases

Professor Acar is a highly senior eye surgeon at Bati Goz who specialises in vision restoration through lens and cornea surgery.

• Focuses on cataract treatment and complex cornea replacement
• Expert in refractive surgery to reduce dependence on glasses
• Held the title of Professor – Turkey's highest academic clinical rank
• Treats international patients at Batigoz Health Group's specialised eye centres