Best Laser Iridotomy Doctors in Istanbul for Australians

Education :

Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine September 2004 – July 2010

Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, Residency February 2011 - April 2011 

Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, Residency August 2011 - March 2016

Thomas Jefferson University, Wills Eye Institute, Ocular Oncology Department, Observership August 2012 - September 2012 

Turkish Health Ministry, Hakkari State Hospital, Ophthalmology Clinic, Eye M.D July 2016 – March 2018

Van Yuzuncu Yil University, Faculty of Medicine, Ophthalmology Department, Assistant Professor, March 2018 – October 2021

Van Yuzuncu Yil University, Faculty of Medicine, Ophthalmology Department, Associate Professor, October 2021 – December 2021

Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University, Faculty of Medicine, Ophthalmology Department, Associate Professor, January 2022 – present

Educational Qualifications :

1. International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Basic Sciences assessment in ophthalmology examination  passed on April 2017

2. International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Optics & Refraction examination passed on April 2017

3. International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Clinical Sciences in Ophthalmology examination passed on April 2018

4. Awarded for ICO-STAAR Surgical Three-Month Fellowship in Vitreo-Retina at the University of Kansas, Medical School, Dept. of Ophthalmology in Prairie Village, KS, USA under the supervision of Prof. Radwan Aijlan from April 6, 2020, to July 5, 2020.

5. International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Advanced Examination in Ophthalmology examination passed on July 2020.

6. United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 passed on January 7 2021 with 221 pts.

7. United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 2 CK passed on August 25 2021 with 214 pts.

Presentations & Posters :

1. 47th National Ophthalmology Congress, The effectiveness of photodynamic therapy on circumscribed choroidal hemangioma, Oral presentation, Ozer MD, Tuncer S, November 2013, Antalya, Turkey. 

2. 48th National Ophthalmology Congress, Clinical features and treatment outcomes of primary ophthalmic rhabdomyosarcoma: Tertiary center experience, Ozer MD, Ulas MG, Tuncer S, Oral presentation, November 2014, Antalya, Turkey

3. 2015 ISOO Meeting, Long-term Outcome of Combined (Perilesional Injection and Topical) Interferon Alpha-2b Therapy in the Management of Ocular Surface Squamous Neoplasia, Tuncer S, Ozer MD, Oral presentation, June 2015, Paris, France

4. 49th National Ophthalmology Congress. Clinical presentation patterns of pediatric Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome and long-term follow-up results, Kiragi D, Ozer MD, Lider-Gezer M, Oray M, Tugal-Tutkun I, Oral presentation, November 2015, Istanbul, Turkey.

5. 49th National Ophthalmology Congress, Central corneal thickness and optic disc dimensions in glaucoma patients, Bayraktar S, Ozer MD, Izgi B, Poster, November 2015, Istanbul, Turkey.

6. 49th National Ophthalmology Congress, Analysis of retinal nerve fiber layer and choroidal thickness in patients with systemic sclerosis to identify a potential risk factor for normal-tension glaucoma, Ceylan E, Ozer MD, Ekinci M, Yilmaz YC, Poster, November 2015, Istanbul, Turkey.

7. 50th National Ophthalmology Congress, Treatment of age-related macular degeneration with intravitreal Ranibizumab: Real-life experience, Cebeci Z, Yilmaz YC, Ozer D, Kir N, Oral presentation, November 2016, Antalya, Turkey

8. 51st National Ophthalmology Congress, A rarely seen complication of cataract surgery: Endocapsular Hematoma, Ozer MD, Batur M, Artuç T, Seven E, Tekin S, Poster, November 2017, Antalya, Turkey

9. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Nanophthalmos Wıth Macular Folds, Yavuzer B, Batur M, Seven E, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

10. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Clinical Features and Treatment Methods of Orbital Cellulite Cases, Mesen S, Tekin S, Batur M, Duzenli U, Seven E, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

11. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Case Series: Ocular Chemical Burns, Tekin S, Artuç T, Batur M, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

12. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Sensory-Neural Hearing Loss affecting Low frequencies in Patients with Pseudoexfoliation, Ozer MD, Batur M, Duzenli U, Seven E, Tekin S, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

13. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Silicone tube intubation by Ritleng stent in children over two years of age with nasolacrimal duct obstruction, Ocal H, Seven E, Tekin S, Ozer MD, Batur M, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

14. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Cherry Red Spot Appearance in Macula and Alkaptonuria: A Case Report, Mesen S, Batur M, Ozer MD, Tekin S, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

15. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, A Rare Complication in Intravitreal Dexamethasone Implantation: Implant Migration to the Anterior Chamber, Gulbay S, Batur M, Ozer MD, Tekin S, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

16. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Effect of Coenzyme Q10 Eye Drop on Corneal Wound Healing in Bacterial Keratitis Treatment, Batur M, Seven E, Tekin S, Ozer MD, Oral presentation, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

17. 19th Euretina Congress, Effect of reduced production of aqueous humor on bacterial growth potential in rabbit eyes, Batur M, Ozer M, Tekin S, Oral presentation, September 2019, Paris, France

18. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Evaluation of the clinical features of patients with hyphema due to blunt trauma, Seven E, Kebapci F, Tekin S, Batur M, Ozer MD, Oral presentation, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

19. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Adherence to drop therapy and the relationship of compliance with progression in glaucoma patients, Tekin S, Ocal H, Seven E, Batur M, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

20. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Bilateral sudden-transient vision loss after central venous catheter removal, Altas AS, Batur M, Sayir F, Seven E, Tekin S, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

21. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Clinical Evaluation of Argon Laser Photocoagulation Therapy in Patients with Retinal Tears, Ocal H, Seven E, Batur M, Tekin S, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

22. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Macular damage due to laser epilation: a case report, Batur M, Ocal H, Ozer MD, Seven E, Tekin S, Poster, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

23. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Phototoxic Maculopathy Due to Extreme Usage of Infrared Illuminator Assembled Night Vision Handheld Scope, Ozer MD, Batur M, Seven E, Tekin S, Savasan M, Poster, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

24. 54th National Ophthalmology Congress, Internal Ophthalmolplegia after Chickenpox Infection, Gedik AC, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2020, Virtual, Turkey.

Work Experience :

1. Phase II Study to Analyze Sarilumab in Non-Infectious Uveitis (SARILNIUSATURN-Sanofi), Sub-Investigator (Principle investigator: Prof. Dr. Ilknur Tugal-Tutkun)

2. Efficacy of Gevokizumab in the Treatment of Patients With Behçet's Disease Uveitis (EYEGUARD-A&C-Servier), Sub-Investigator (Principle investigator: Prof. Dr. Ilknur Tugal-Tutkun)

3. A Randomized, Double-masked, Placebo-controlled Study of the Efficacy of Gevokizumab in the Treatment of Patients With Behçet's Disease Uveitis (EYEGUARD-B-Servier), Sub-Investigator (Principle investigator: Prof. Dr. Ilknur Tugal-Tutkun)

4. A 12-month, randomized, double-masked, sham-controlled, multicenter study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of 0.5 mg ranibizumab intravitreal injections due to vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) driven macular edema (RFB002-Novartis), Injection sub-investigator (Principle investigator: Prof. Dr. Nur Kir)

5. A Phase III multicenter, randomized, double-masked, sham-controlled study to assess the efficacy and safety of Lampalizumab administered intravitreally to patients with geographic atrophy secondary to age-related macular degeneration (GX29176-Roche), Photographer (Principle investigator: Prof. Dr. Nur Kir)

Selected as an active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association, Young Ophthalmologist Council, 2020 - present

Professor Ahmet Satici is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon who has performed over 20,000 successful surgical cases throughout his distinguished career.

• Achieved full professorship status at Harran University – a lead training ground for eye specialists
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association which sets national standards for eye care
• Specialises in complex glaucoma management and anterior segment procedures
• Maintains a private practice focused on high-precision laser and surgical treatments
• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine

The doctor is a highly regarded Eye Diseases Specialist with a focus on ophthalmology. With a robust academic foundation, the doctor has completed fellowships at prestigious institutions including Moorfields Eye Hospital, University of California San Diego, Baylor College of Medicine, and the Doheny Eye Institute.

The doctor is an active member of several professional societies such as the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the European VitreoRetinal Society. The doctor specializes in a wide range of eye surgeries, including cataract surgery, LASIK, and retinal transplantation.

Professor Derda Ozer is a highly regarded ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has performed over 1,100 surgical and laser procedures. He brings a strong academic background from Istanbul Medicine Faculty to complex eye care.

• Awarded the prestigious ICO-STAAR Surgical Fellowship for advanced vitreo-retinal training
• Published over 35 research papers on innovative treatments in leading journals like Cornea
• Specialises in managing complex ocular oncology and inflammatory uveitis cases
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association driving clinical standards
• Experienced in treating rare vascular and inflammatory eye diseases through clinical trials

Dr Ali Demircan is a senior ophthalmologist at Medipol University Hospital who trained at the prestigious Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital.

• Completed specialist ophthalmology training in Istanbul's leading eye research centre
• Focuses on precision laser treatments for complex glaucoma management
• Expertise includes diagnosing and managing narrow-angle glaucoma cases
• Practises at a major university hospital with advanced diagnostic technology

Dr Duygu Tez is a specialised ophthalmologist who trained at New York University Mount Sinai Hospital and the Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Specialises in glaucoma monitoring and treatment, including laser-based interventions
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Completed specialised cornea and retina courses at the GATA Department of Ophthalmology
• Published researcher in international journals on surgical techniques and clinical ophthalmology
• Holds an advanced surgical certification for excimer laser systems

Associate Professor Ebru Gorgun is a highly regarded ophthalmology specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, Turkey’s largest eye care network. She focuses on complex retinal health and surgical interventions for glaucoma management.

• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Served as a lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association Medical Retina Unit
• Holds international membership with the European Vitreoretinal Society
• Specialises in clinical electrophysiology of vision and retinal care

Dr Alperen Koc is a seasoned cornea specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has mastered a wide array of ophthalmic procedures.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Completed specialist post-graduate training at the high-volume Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Maintains a focus on complex corneal health and eye pressure management
• Practises at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a distinguished ophthalmology specialist with advanced research training from the Doheny Eye Institute at the University of Southern California.

• Specialises in anterior segment morphology and laser applications for glaucoma and retinal conditions
• Former Assistant Professor at Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Published extensive research on laser trabeculoplasty and pupil diameter changes after laser therapy
• Executive member of both the Medical and Surgical Retinal Boards of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society

Professor Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is a highly credentialed glaucoma specialist who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Harvard Medical School Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary.

• Holds a Fellowship from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd)
• Active member of the Glaucoma Unit within the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO) and the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO)
• Expertise includes minimally invasive glaucoma surgery and advanced ocular surface treatments
• Published 58 international articles and authored 15 medical books on eye care

Dr Begendi is an ophthalmology specialist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital with a focus on precision laser eye treatments.

• Specialises in laser iridotomy and femtosecond laser procedures
• Maintains an active research profile with published findings in peer-reviewed journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Akdeniz University and Istanbul Bilim University School of Medicine

Prof. Yusuf Yıldırım, M.D.

Ophthalmology

Areas of Expertise and Interest

• Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Cornea and Ocular Surface Diseases
• Ocular Surface Reconstruction
• Cornea Transplantation (PK, DALK, DMEK)
• Refractive Surgery (PRK, LASIK, SMILE, phakic IOLs)

Education and Career

• 2006 – 2010, Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital / Resident in Ophthalmology
• 2007, Sub-Investigator, Clinical Trial on Age-Related Macular Degeneration (Neovista, Inc.)
• 2009 – 2011, Sub-Investigator, Keraflex Treatment for Myopia (Avedro, Inc.)
• 2016, European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO) Certification
• 2018, International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) Certification
• 2019, Cornea and External Disease Subspecialty Diploma
• 2020, Membership, Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Until 2024, Professor and Clinical Education Chief, Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital
• 2024 – Present, Professor and Clinical Educator, Istanbul Medipol University, Medipol Acıbadem District Hospital

Career

Born in Trabzon in 1982, Prof. Yusuf Yıldırım completed his high school education at Kanuni Anatolian High School and earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2006. He pursued his residency at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, where he contributed to clinical trials on age-related macular degeneration and myopia treatment. Prof. Yıldırım's clinical focus lies in cataract and refractive surgeries, as well as corneal and ocular surface diseases. He has performed over 10,000 cataract surgeries, numerous ocular surface reconstructions, and advanced corneal transplants (PK, DALK, DMEK). His refractive surgery experience includes PRK, LASIK (mechanical and femtosecond), SMILE, and phakic IOL implantation. He continues to participate in clinical research, particularly involving toric phakic IOLs. He holds multiple distinguished certifications and memberships including FEBO (2016), FICO (2018), a Corneal Subspecialty Diploma (2019), and Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (2020). In his academic career, Prof. Yıldırım has contributed to the education of numerous residents and has published widely in the field.

Publications

• Author of 84 peer-reviewed scientific articles
• H-index: 17 (Web of Science), 23 (Google Scholar)
• Total Citations: 830 (Web of Science), 1,451 (Google Scholar)

Books and Book Chapters

• Ocular Surface Disorders
• Corneal Diseases and Surgery
• Refractive Errors (including Presbyopia)

Certifications and Awards

• European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO), 2016
• International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO), 2018
• Cornea and External Disease Subspecialty Diploma, 2019
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, 2020
• 2nd Place – Best Poster Award, ESCRS Conference, London, 2014

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University.

• Specialises in corneal and refractive surgery with a focus on ocular surface disorders
• Assistant Professor at Istanbul Medipol University training the next generation of eye surgeons
• Published 18 peer-reviewed research papers on surgical techniques and outcomes
• Recipient of the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award from the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr Ugur Yayla is a highly skilled ophthalmologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with advanced fellowship training in medical retina and vitreo-retinal surgery.

• Completed a specialised fellowship in retinopathy of prematurity at SBÜ Zekai Tahir Burak Hospital
• Held senior positions at Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital for eight years
• Graduated as an ophthalmology specialist from Uludag University
• Experienced in managing complex retinal conditions and surgical eye eye care

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in glaucoma and anterior segment surgery who pioneered the innovative retrograde glaucoma tube implantation technique.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and head of major university eye departments
• Founder and Medical Director of the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Eye Bank
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO)
• Published over 100 research articles in peer-reviewed medical journals worldwide
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Mustafa Ozsutcu is a senior ophthalmology specialist at Medipol Bahcelievler University Hospital with deep expertise in managing complex intraocular pressure cases.

• Trained at Selcuk University, specialising in ophthalmic microsurgery
• Former clinical lead at Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital
• Held senior academic positions at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on precise laser interventions for glaucoma and structural eye conditions

Associate Professor Faruk Kaya is a senior ophthalmology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, known for his research into precision intraocular lens calculations and retinal health.

• Holds a professorial position at Istanbul Medipol University – one of Turkey's premier medical training institutions
• Specialises in anterior segment procedures and the management of complex corneal conditions
• Authored multiple chapters in international textbooks on refractive lens technology and corneal cross-linking
• Published peer-reviewed research on optical biometry used for accurate surgical planning

Dr Candan Karaca focuses on managing complex eye conditions at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in precise treatments for glaucoma and eye pressure regulation.

• Specialises in managing glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy
• Treats macular degeneration and yellow spot disease
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a major regional medical centre
• Focuses on vision preservation for patients with high intraocular pressure

Dr Helvacıoğlu is a leading specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with international board certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Holds specialist certification in both Basic Science and Clinical Science from the ICO
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regularly attends international symposiums in London and France to stay updated on eye surgery protocols
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Expertly trained at Marmara University School of Medicine

The doctor graduated from Akdeniz University School of Medicine and completed career education at İzmir Bozyaka Teaching and Training Hospital in Turkey. Specializing in ophthalmology, the doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the German Ophthalmological Society, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Certified in advanced procedures such as LASIK application, presbyopia correction with multifocal intraocular lenses, and scleral fixation techniques, the doctor is also skilled in corneal collagen cross-linking and femtosecond applications for anterior segment surgery.