Dr Ugur Yayla is an ophthalmology specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with advanced fellowship training in vitreo-retinal surgery.

• Completed a specialised fellowship in vitreo-retinal surgery at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialises in managing complex eye cases involving both the lens and the retina
• Held a senior medical role at Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital
• Trained at Uludag University in modern ophthalmic surgical protocols
• Focuses on precise lens placement and micro-surgical techniques

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc is a highly distinguished specialist who served as a research fellow at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins University. He currently leads advanced ophthalmic care at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification surgery using topical anaesthesia for faster patient recovery
• Holds the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award from the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Recognised expert in corneal diseases and complex refractive surgery techniques
• Published 18 peer-reviewed papers on cataract outcomes and macular health
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Arslan is a pioneer in anterior segment surgery who developed two original surgical techniques for corneal procedures and founded the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and head of several university departments
• Specialises in cataract surgery combined with IOL implantation and complex keratoplasty
• Serves as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology diploma
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

The doctor graduated from Uludağ University, School of Medicine, and completed specialization training at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital. With 32 years of active service, the doctor has extensive experience in ophthalmology, having handled over 55,000 surgical cases. The doctor has contributed significantly to the field with 201 scientific publications and articles.

Memberships include the American Academy of Ophthalmology, European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Turkish Society of Ophthalmology, Turkish Republics Ophthalmology Society, and the Turkish Medical Association.

Associate Professor Faruk Kaya is a leading specialist in lens power calculations, having authored key research on using optical biometers for precise intraocular lens (IOL) selection.

• Specialises in IOL power calculations for patients with previous myopic refractive surgery
• Serves as Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Istanbul Medipol University
• Published extensive research in the Journal Français d'Ophthalmologie on lens power formulas
• Expert in managing complex cataract cases combined with macular degeneration or corneal issues

Dr Mustafa Ozsutcu is an ophthalmology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with extensive academic training from Selçuk University Faculty of Medicine.

• Trained at the Bezmialem Foundation University Department of Ophthalmology
• Completed residency for focused eye care at Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital
• Practises at a major university hospital with access to modern surgical technology
• Handled routine and emergency eye care cases at Edirne Regional Hospital

Dr Esra Vural is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist with over 5,000 successful eye surgeries managed at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Holds Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO) status
• Completed advanced training at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich, Germany
• Achieved International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Advanced Clinical certification (FICO)
• Specialises in retinal prostheses and advanced corneal treatments
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a published authority on cataract treatment who has authored textbooks on corrective intraocular lenses and presbyopia.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regular contributor to the Turkish Ophthalmology Association national congresses
• Expertise in presbyopia-corrective intraocular lenses for vision restoration
• Graduate of the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Specializations

Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)

Glaucoma (Eye Pressure)

Yellow Spot Disease

Diabetic Retinopathy

Professor Gokay Gunay has managed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, one of the primary specialist centres for ophthalmology in Istanbul.

• Trained at Istanbul University Capa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Holds membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in refractive surgery and lens replacement protocols
• Affiliated with the Turkish Ophthalmology Association