Keratoconus Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Professor Husnu Guzel has managed over 15,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, specialising in complex vision restoration.

• Former Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpasa School of Medicine
• Published more than 100 scientific articles on ophthalmic surgery
• Highly skilled in managing corneal irregularities and structural eye conditions
• Focuses on precision-based techniques to improve visual acuity
• Trained other eye specialists during his senior academic tenure

Dr. Ihsan Yilmaz is a retina specialist at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul. He has performed hundreds of vitreoretinal procedures. He specializes in diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, and complex macular surgeries. Dr. Yilmaz trained at the Vance Thompson Vision Center in the United States. He is accredited by the European Board of Ophthalmology.

• Performs vitrectomy, retinal detachment surgery, and cataract surgery with lens replacement.
• Uses laser techniques for vision correction, including Lasik, PRK, and No-touch methods.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the ASCRS.
• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Liv Hospital Vadistanbul.

Professor Helvacıoğlu has performed over 20,000 ophthalmic surgeries and holds prestigious dual board certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Specialises in refractive surgery at the specialised Veni Vidi Eye Clinics
• Recognised by the International Council of Ophthalmology in both basic and clinical sciences
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Trained at Marmara University and Bakırköy Dr Sadi Konuk Research Hospital
• Expertise in corrective eye procedures using advanced optics and board-certified clinical skills

Sutan Kaya holds prestigious certifications in corneal collagen cross-linking and corneal topography analysis – essential tools for stabilising and mapping corneal irregularities.

• Recognised member of the German Ophthalmological Society (DOG)
• Certified in femtosecond applications for anterior segment surgery
• Specialises in scleral fixation techniques to manage complex eye conditions
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Expertise includes LASIK and multifocal intraocular lens applications

Professor Vedat Kaya is a cornea and anterior segment specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus with a deep academic background in refractive surgery. He authored Turkey's definitive textbook on laser treatments guided by corneal topography mapping.

• Serves as a reviewer for 'The Cornea', an international medical journal for eye specialists
• Focuses on anterior segment surgery to repair the front part of the eye
• Published over 30 international papers on corneal health and surgical outcomes
• Offers high-level expertise at Liv Hospital's specialised Department of Eye Diseases

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a leading authority in corneal surgery, holding a subspecialty diploma in cornea and external disease. He has performed over 10,000 eye procedures and specialises in restoring vision for complex keratoconus cases.

• Performs advanced corneal transplants including DALK and DMEK for better graft survival
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, a prestigious international standard
• Published author of book chapters specifically covering corneal diseases and surgery
• Recognised as a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Trained other surgeons as Clinical Education Chief at large city hospitals

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute – one of the world's top-ranked eye centres.

• Specialises in managing complex corneal conditions and retinal disorders
• Serves as a Professor of Ophthalmology at Biruni University in Istanbul
• Trained at Hacettepe University, Turkey's leading medical institution
• Member of the Vitreoretinal and Medical Retinal Department during his time abroad

Dr Mediha Tok Cevik is a corneal specialist at Liv Hospital Ulus, focusing on complex refractive solutions and corneal preservation.

• Specialises in corneal transplants to restore vision in advanced keratoconus cases
• Performs refractive surgery to correct vision issues caused by irregular corneal shapes
• Expert in fitting specialised contact lenses for patients who cannot wear standard pairs
• Manages glaucoma and medical retina cases as part of comprehensive eye care
• Experienced in oculoplasty for functional and aesthetic improvements around the eye area

Dr Mehmet Orçun Akdemir is a leading ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, widely recognised for his extensive clinical research into advanced corneal repair and keratoconus management.

• Specialises in Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK), a precise technique that replaces the outer corneal layers while preserving the patient's own inner layer
• Performs corneal cross-linking (CXL) to strengthen the cornea and stop the progression of keratoconus
• Expert in intrastromal corneal ring segment surgery to improve vision without a full transplant
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with over 20 peer-reviewed international publications

Kader Yildiz is a dedicated eye specialist at Can Hospitals Turkey with a strong clinical focus on corneal health and vision restoration.

• Published over 100 medical articles on ophthalmology and eye health
• Consults in both English and Turkish for international patients
• Trained at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine – a major regional teaching hospital
• Focuses on corneal conditions including managing progressive vision loss
• Uses evidence-based protocols developed through extensive medical research