Best Corneal Cross Linking (ccl) (one Eye) Doctors in Turkey for Australians

Professor Ahmet Satici has performed over 20,000 successful surgical cases throughout his distinguished career in ophthalmology.

• Performs more than 1,000 eye surgeries every year
• Expertise in therapeutic laser eye surgeries and corneal health
• Published 94 scientific papers on surgical outcomes and eye health
• Achieved full professorship status at Harran University
• Long-standing member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association

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

Place and Date of Birth

• Erzurum, 1970

Language Skills

• English, German, Russian

Education and Experience

• 1981-1988 Istanbul High School
• 1988-1994 Istanbul University, Istanbul School of Medicine
• 1994-1998 Russian Medical Academy, Eye Hospital - Moscow

Case Experience

• 16 years of active service as an ophthalmologist.

Memberships

• TOD (Turkish Society of Ophthalmology), 1999-2009
• ESCRS (European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons), 2000- 2009
• AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology), 1999-2009
• ISRS (International Society of Refractive Surgery), 2003-2009

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.

Associate Professor Derda Ozer has performed over 1,100 eye treatments and is a widely published researcher in corneal and retinal health.

• Published over 35 research papers in esteemed journals like Cornea
• Completed a surgical vitreoretinal fellowship through the International Council of Ophthalmology
• Investigates new treatments for ocular diseases as a lead researcher in clinical trials
• Practises at Valued Med Hub Hospitals following senior roles at major university clinics

Dr Yasar Dag is a specialist ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Florya who focuses on corneal diseases and refractive surgery. He brings significant expertise in managing complex corneal conditions through advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques.

• Specialises in corneal diseases and keratoplasty for structural eye issues
• Expert in using Scheimpflug-Placido disc topography to assess corneal health
• Published researcher on tear film analysis and corneal astigmatism in major journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD)
• Trained at Göztepe Training and Research Hospital in advanced ophthalmology

Op. Dr. Veysi

Ophthalmologist

Education

Specialty Training
2011 - 2015
Izmir Atatürk Training And Research Hospital

Undergraduate Education
2003 - 2010
Ankara University Medicine Faculty

Experience

2022 -
ClinicExpert - Ophthalmologist

2021 - 2022
Aile Hospital - Ophthalmologist

2021 - 2022
Ataköy Hospital - Ophthalmologist

2020 - 2022
Maltepe University Medicine Faculty - Ophthalmologist

2018 - 2020
Memorial Şişli Hospital - Ophthalmologist

2017 - 2018
Aydın University Medical Park Hospital - Ophthalmologist

2017 - 2018
Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital - Ophthalmologist

2016
Artvin Hopa Hospital - Ophthalmologist

2010 - 2015
Izmir Atatürk Training and Research Hospital - Research

Skills

• I-Lasik Operation
• Lasik Operation
• Laser Surgery
• PRK Surgery
• Cataract Operation
• Strabismus Surgery
• Glaucoma Surgery
• Oculoplast (Upper Lower Lid Aesthetic, Eyebrow Lift, Ptosis Operation)
• Ektropion Entropion Operation
• Dsr, Botox, Filling, Medical Aesthetic

Dr Ali Demircan offers specialist care at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, one of Turkey's premier academic medical centres.

• Trained at the Istanbul Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on advanced ophthalmic treatments and eye diseases
• Graduated from the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Practises within a comprehensive university hospital setting

The doctor completed medical education and specialization at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. With expertise in retinal diseases, cataract surgery, refractive surgery, excimer laser therapy, and diabetes-related yellow spot treatment, the doctor has performed over 10,000 Argon Laser procedures, more than 5,000 Excimer Laser treatments, and over 1,000 cataract surgeries. The doctor is an active participant in international congresses across the European Union and the USA, and is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European VitreoRetinal Society.

The doctor is a distinguished Eye Diseases Specialist with over 25 years of experience, having participated in more than 30,000 surgical cases. Specializing in general eye examinations, cataract treatment, laser eye treatments, and presbyopia treatment, the doctor is highly skilled in these areas.

The doctor is a co-founder and General Secretary of the Black Sea Countries Ophthalmological Society and an international certified instructor for intra corneal rings and phakic IOLs courses. The doctor has moderated significant symposiums and is a member of several prestigious ophthalmology societies.

Associate Professor Cafer Tanriverdi is a highly accomplished ophthalmologist who has successfully managed over 20,000 surgical cases at the prestigious Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Recognised with the best oral presentation award by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Specialises in treating structural eye conditions with a focus on preservation
• Former senior academic at Istanbul Medipol University training the next generation of eye surgeons
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Republics Ophthalmology Association
• Experienced in complex refractive cases requiring senior surgical intervention

Associate Professor Ebru Gorgun is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, Turkey's largest eye care network.

• Lectured at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine as a specialist academic
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Holds active membership in the European Society of Retina Specialists
• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine
• Expert in clinical electrophysiology of vision and complex refractive care

Dr Yasar Dag is a specialist ophthalmologist who focuses on corneal diseases and refractive surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specialises in corneal diseases and keratoplasty for complex eye conditions
• Uses Scheimpflug topography to precisely map the cornea for treatment planning
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD)
• Researched tear film stability and corneal imaging in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Experienced in intricate eye trauma and lacrimal duct surgery

Professor Mehmet Tahir Sam has performed more than 27,000 surgical cases – a massive volume that demonstrates high-level surgical precision and expertise.

• Serves as a live surgery instructor for other ophthalmologists
• Holds certification in specialist vitroretinal surgery applications
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Published over 10 national and international scientific papers
• Board member for the Turkish Ophthalmology Association in Antalya

Professor Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is an executive board member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association's Cornea and Ocular Surface Unit, identifying him as a top authority in corneal health. He holds prestigious Harvard Medical School fellowship training and multiple international board certifications.

• Executive board member for the national Cornea and Ocular Surface Unit
• Completed a high-level clinical fellowship at Harvard Medical School
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd)
• Author of 15 medical books and 58 international peer-reviewed articles

Education and Specialization

• 1988-1994: Medical Education, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• 1999-2002: Specialization, Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• 2002-2007: Post-Specialization Training, Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery Clinic

Professional Experience

• 2002-2007: World Eye Hospital, Levent and Ataköy Branches
• 2007-2010: Founding Partner, Kayseri Maya Eye Hospital
• 2010-2012: World Eye Hospital, Samsun and Bursa Branches
• 2012-2023: World Eye Hospital, Antalya Branch
• 2024: Antalya Medical Park Hospital, Eye Laser Clinic

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a highly credentialed corneal specialist who holds a subspecialty diploma in cornea and external eye diseases.

• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Involved in clinical trials for Keraflex, a pioneer treatment for corneal shaping
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Published 84 scientific articles focusing on ocular surface disorders and corneal surgery
• Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, leading clinical education in ophthalmology

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

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in corneal care, having founded the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank and developed two original surgical techniques for corneal conditions.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with nearly 30 years on the Cornea and Ocular Surface executive board
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in complex anterior segment surgery and refractive procedures
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons