Strabismus Doctors in Turkey — Page 2

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

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

• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at the Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Studied refractive surgery at Moscow University Eye Institute to correct vision issues
• Uses phaco surgery techniques for delicate eye procedures requiring high precision
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association’s clinical community
• Manages complex eye alignment cases within a major hospital setting

Experience:

1. Konya-Karapınar Kutören Health Center\ General Practitioner
2. KonyaProvincial Deputy Directorate of Health
3. KonyaProvincial Health DeputyDirectorate
4. Istanbul Fatih Tuberculosis Dispensary
5. University of Frankfurt \ Darmstadt Eye Clinic
6. Istanbul Taksim State Hospital\ Eye Diseases
7. Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine \ Chief Assistantof the Department of Ophthalmology
8. Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank \ Founder (MedicalDirector)
9. TOD\ Chairman
10. Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa - Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine\ First Head of the Department of Ophthalmology
11. Demiroğlu-Bilim University \ Head of Ophthalmology Department
12. Florence Nightingale Hospitals \ Eye ClinicCoordinator

Specialties:

1. Vaccinating the child age group
2. Follow-up of eye eclipse in Behçet’s disease with iris and fundus fluorescein angiography (FFA)

Priority treatments:

1. Anterior segment surgery (cataract + IOL implantation, keratoplasty)

Special advanced health technologies:

1. Arslan closed cornea technique
2. Arslan covered cornea technique
3. Retrograde glaucoma tube implantation

Leadership and Administrative Roles (Turkish Ophthalmology Association - TOD):

• Various administrative roles at TOD including:
• President of TOD IstanbulBranch (2006-2010, 2008-2010)
• General Secretary (2015-2017)
• President of TOD (2017-2019)
• Member of TOD CentralExecutive Board (2011-2013, 2013-2015)
• Member of Executive Board of the Cornea and Ocular Surface(COS) Unit of TOD (1994-2023)
• Member of Executive Board of TOD Cataract and Refractive SurgeryUnit (2016-2018)

Research and Publications:

• Authored 57 original articlesin international peer-reviewed journals
• Authored 56 articles in national peer-reviewed journals
• Presented 178 papers at national conferences and 102 papersat international conferences
• Authored 1 book and 6 book chapters
• Developed two original surgicaltechniques and the Retrograde GlaucomaTube Implantation technique
• Served on editorial boardsof various international and national journals

Memberships and Affiliations:

• Member of American Academyof Ophthalmology (AAO) and EuropeanSociety of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Examiner for European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) exams representing Turkey

Awards:

• Received awards from IstanbulUniversity and TÜBİTAK

Education:

Dr Tulay Arici is a dedicated paediatric ophthalmologist who has performed over 1,100 successful eye procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in managing complex strabismus cases in children and infants
• Focuses on paediatric eye health to prevent long-term vision issues
• Uses precise surgical techniques to correctly align eye muscles
• Practises at Istanbul Atakoy, a leading centre for specialist eye care

EDUCATION:

2015

Uludag University, Ophthalmology

2008

Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine

2001

Kırıkkale Science High School, Numerical

EXPERIENCE:

2019 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Ophthalmology (Vitreo-Retinal Surgery and Medical Retina Fellowship)

2016 SBÜ Zekai Tahir Burak EAH (Retinopathy of Prematurity Fellowship)/

2015 - 2023 Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital

2023 - Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc recently completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University – consistently ranked as a top ophthalmology centre globally.

• Specialises in managing complex ocular surface disorders and corneal diseases
• Recognised with the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award from the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Regular presenter at major global forums including the World Ophthalmology Congress
• Published 18 peer-reviewed papers on advanced eye surgery outcomes and management
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr Mustafa Ozsutcu is an ophthalmology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with a deep background in academic medical centres.

• Trained at Selcuk University specialising in ophthalmology and eye surgery
• Gained extensive clinical experience at Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital
• Held a specialist role at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
• Expertise includes surgical correction for misaligned eyes to improve focus and appearance

Dr Ordulu is a dedicated eye surgeon at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals who specialises in correcting eye alignment and paediatric vision care.

• Treats strabismus using surgical and non-surgical methods to improve binocular vision
• Specialises in paediatric eye health and misalignment cases in children
• Performs oculoplastic procedures including eyelid surgery and eye contour aesthetics
• Trained at Harran University Faculty of Medicine and Uludag University

Dr Hasan Kiziltoprak is a specialised ophthalmic surgeon at Atlas University Hospital, recognised for published research in paediatric eye disorders and complex vision correction.

• Specialises in strabismus surgery to correct eye misalignment and improve binocular vision
• Focuses on paediatric ophthalmology, managing eye health and developmental vision issues in children
• Uses Z-myotomy techniques for inferior oblique muscle overaction to achieve better surgical alignment
• Published 40+ international research papers on retinal health, corneal imaging, and ocular microcirculation
• Expertise includes multifocal 'smart lens' implants and minimally invasive laser vision correction

Associate Professor Faruk Kaya is a senior ophthalmology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, bringing high-level academic expertise to corrective eye surgery.

• Specialises in ophthalmic microsurgery at one of Turkey's premier university hospitals
• Recognised as an Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University for his clinical contributions
• Published extensive research on intraocular lens calculations and precision surgical outcomes
• Trained at the renowned Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul
• Expert in managing both routine and complex mechanical eye alignment issues

Professor Husnu Guzel is a senior ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with over 15,000 surgical cases successfully completed.

• Specialises in correcting muscle imbalances – aligns eyes to restore depth perception and improve appearance
• Published over 100 scientific articles on vision correction and ophthalmic surgery
• Former Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine – one of Turkey's premier medical institutions
• Highly skilled in managing complex paediatric and adult alignment cases
• Uses microsurgical techniques to ensure minimal tissue trauma and faster recovery

Op. Dr. Alasgar Asgarli, MD, is an ophthalmologist. He focuses on cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma diagnosis and treatment, medical retinal diseases, and pediatric eye care. He performs oculoplastic eyelid surgery and ocular trauma surgery. His skills include intravitreal injections, pterygium excision, and neuro-ophthalmology. He also has experience with advanced intraocular lens fixation, including scleral fixation and the Yamane technique.

Achievements and accreditations: Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD). Presenter at the TOD 59th National Congress. Attended the TOD 58th National Congress. Completed the TOD Fundus Fluorescein Angiography Course (2024). Published “Comparison of the Effects of Hydrophobic and Hydrophilic Acrylic Intraocular Lenses on Lenticular Astigmatism” (DOI: 10.37844/TJ-CEO.2025.20.37). Holds certification in Botox and dermal fillers.

Dr Fırat Helvacıoğlu is an internationally certified eye surgeon at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with multiple qualifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Specialises in surgical correction to realign eyes and improve binocular vision
• Recognised by the International Council of Ophthalmology in clinical science
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regularly updates expertise at major international surgical symposiums across Europe
• Provides detailed assessments for both routine and complex alignment cases

Sutan Kaya is a high-volume ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who has performed over 40,000 surgical procedures throughout his career.

• Specialises in scleral fixation – a complex technique to stabilise eye lenses when natural support is weak
• Certified in corneal topography analysis to map eye curvature for more precise surgical planning
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the German Ophthalmological Society
• Holds specialist certification in femtosecond laser applications for anterior segment surgery

The doctor is an accomplished ophthalmologist with over two decades of experience in diagnosing and treating eye conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and astigmatism. Specializing in retina diseases, the doctor is proficient in vitreoretinal surgery and macular surgeries. The doctor has contributed significantly to the field, with research on Phacik Intraocular Lenses distributed to over 300 ophthalmologists.

Memberships include the Turkish Ophthalmological Association, European Board of Ophthalmology, and American Academy of Ophthalmology. Medical training was completed at Uludag University, with further specialization in Istanbul and international expertise gained in the USA.

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute – a global leader in eye research.

• Performed 900+ ophthalmic procedures with a focus on squint correction
• Professor of Ophthalmology at Biruni University in Istanbul
• Trained at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Provides specialist care at the dedicated Veni Vidi Eye Clinics

Areas of Interests

• Cornea
   
• Refractive Surgery
   
• Contact Lens
   
• Oculoplasty
   
• Glaucoma
   
• Medical Retina
   
• Retinopathy of Prematurity
   
• Cataract
   
• Corneal Transplant

Education:

• 2010- 2015 Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology - Assistant
• 2002-2009 Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine Bursa - Student
• 1999-2002 Private Çukurova Bilfen Science High School -Adana

Experience:

• Liv Hospital Ulus
• Yeniyüzyıl University Private Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital
• Surp Pırgiç Armenian Hospital
   
• Şişli Hamidiye Etfal Education and Research Hospital