Cataract Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Associate Professor Cafer Tanriverdi is an award-winning ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Recognised by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery for his expertise in the field
• Served as a senior clinical educator at Istanbul Medipol University for over a decade
• Specialises in refractive surgery techniques to improve vision and reduce reliance on glasses
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Republics Ophthalmology Association

Dr Levent Ersan is a highly prolific surgeon who has performed over 20,000 eye procedures throughout his career. He is a senior specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, one of the most established eye care centres in the region.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery at the dedicated Etiler clinic
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Recognised by the American Academy of Ophthalmology for his clinical standards
• Introduced iridology and complementary eye medicine seminars to the Turkish medical community
• Winner of the TUBITAK first prize for scientific research into ocular biology

Dr Duygu Tez is a surgical specialist who trained in ophthalmology at New York University Mount Sinai Hospital. She focuses on precision eye care and surgical management at Adem and Havva Medical Center.

• Trained in excimer laser systems for precise vision correction and surgical surface treatments
• Completed specialised training in managing astigmatism and corneal issues to improve vision quality
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, staying current with modern surgical protocols
• Background in hospital management, focusing on efficient care delivery and patient safety standards

Dr Ebru Gorgun is a specialist eye surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with extensive credentials in both cataract and complex retinal surgery.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association Medical Retina Unit
• Specialises in combining cataract removal with complex vitreoretinal treatments
• Former lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine training future specialists
• Treats international patients as a member of EURETINA and EVRS societies

Professor Mehmet Tahir Sam is a highly prolific surgeon who has performed over 27,000 eye procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya.

• Specialises in iris-fixated lenses and Artisan Iris claw lens applications
• Serves as a live surgery instructor, training other surgeons in surgical techniques
• Holds certifications in vitreoretinal surgery for managing complex eye conditions
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Managed over 20 national and international scientific publications on ophthalmic outcomes

Dr Birgi Sönmezer has performed over 900 successful eye procedures and currently leads the Eye Laser Clinic at Medical Park Antalya.

• Specialises in vitreoretinal surgery to treat complex vision issues involving the retina
• Expertise in laser-based eye correction for clearer vision without heavy recovery
• Completed specialist training at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Provides personalised treatment plans based on direct evaluation of patient imaging
• Member of the surgical team at one of Turkey's largest medical networks

Professor Semra Coskun has performed over 5,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. She is a highly active surgeon with an extensive background in managing complex vision restoration cases.

• Specialises in surgical vision correction after managing thousands of ophthalmic procedures
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Maintains surgical standards as a member of the European VitreoRetinal Society
• Published over 30 scientific research papers on ophthalmology outcomes
• Multilingual specialist serving English, Serbian, and Albanian-speaking patients

Dr Digdem Begendi specialises in femtosecond laser procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital – a high-end facility known for surgical precision.

• Uses IntraLase laser surgery for more accurate corneal incisions and faster healing
• Performs laser iridotomy – a non-invasive treatment to manage eye pressure
• Researches ophthalmic outcomes with findings published in peer-reviewed medical journals
• Maintains professional standards through membership with the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Akdeniz University – a major centre for ophthalmology specialisation

Dr Alperen Koc is a cornea specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who focuses on restoration of vision and corneal health.

• Trained at the Beyoğlu Eye Hospital, a major centre for ophthalmic surgery
• Specialises in corneal conditions that often complicate routine lens replacement
• Graduate of the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs microsurgical procedures to improve visual clarity and patient independence

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in restorative eye surgery, having pioneered original techniques for complex corneal and anterior segment procedures.

• Specialises in cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation to restore clear vision
• Developed the Arslan closed cornea technique, a unique surgical method for complex eye repairs
• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and founder of the Cerrahpasa Eye Bank
• Examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology and member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr Theppachai Thammikasakul is a lead ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital who specialised in corneal and refractive surgery through his fellowship at Khonkaen University.

• Specialises in cataract removal using internal lens replacement to restore clear vision
• Completed fellowship training in corneal and refractive surgery for delicate eye repairs
• Earned his medical degree from the prestigious Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
• Focuses on precision lens placement to reduce dependency on glasses after surgery
• Practices at Intrarat Hospital using modern diagnostic tools for eye health assessment

Associate Professor Esra Ayhan Tuzcu is a highly published eye surgeon at Dunyagoz Antalya who graduated third in her medical class.

• Specialises in phacoemulsification – a modern cataract technique using ultrasound to break up the clouded lens for easier removal
• Focuses on refractive surgery to help reduce a patient's reliance on glasses after treatment
• Trained in managing phaco complications to ensure patient safety during complex cataract procedures
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with over 50 scientific publications in eye care
• Completed dedicated training in retina-vitreous diseases at Ankara University