Keratoconus Doctors Abroad — Page 7

Professor Emel Basar is a senior ophthalmologist at Biruni University Hospital with diverse international training from elite institutions in the UK and USA.

• Trained at the Glasgow Tennent Eye Institute in the United Kingdom
• Completed clinical fellowships at Pittsburgh Children's Hospital and New York Eye and Ear Hospital
• Served as a senior specialist at Cerrahpasa Medical Faculty for nearly thirty years
• Specialises in managing complex eye misalignments and corneal health for both adults and children

Associate Professor Ayhan Dursun is a senior ophthalmologist at Medicana Sivas Hospital specializing in complex corneal conditions.

• Holds an academic appointment as Associate Professor of Ophthalmology
• Leads the eye health department at a major JCI-accredited facility
• Focuses on surgical interventions for progressive corneal thinning
• Utilises specialized diagnostic imaging to monitor corneal stability

Dr Bayram Gulpamuk is a specialist ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Hospital Konya with clinical training from the prestigious Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.

• Published international research on thiol/disulphide homeostasis to improve keratoconus detection
• Expertise in Scheimpflug imaging – uses light-based mapping for precise corneal monitoring
• Presented findings on lens densitometry for more accurate eye assessments
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Experienced in managing complex corneal cases using evidence-based international protocols

Professor Sezgin Ceylan is a specialist ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, where he focuses on optical health and corneal care.

• Treats keratoconus cases using specific medical and surgical interventions
• Practices at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics – a dedicated centre for vision correction
• Focuses on precision diagnostics for complex corneal shape irregularities
• Expert in managing diverse eye health conditions within a specialist clinical setting

Associate Professor Faruk Kaya is a leading voice in corneal health, having authored key textbook chapters on corneal cross-linking for managing progressive keratoconus.

• Specialises in corneal cross-linking, a procedure that strengthens the cornea to prevent vision loss
• Uses optical biometry for precise measurement and intraocular lens power calculation
• Published long-term research on 6-year outcomes for epithelium-off cross-linking techniques
• Practises at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital, a major academic and research centre

Associate Professor Mustafa Ozsutcu is a key specialist at Medipol Bahcelievler University Hospital with deep expertise in corneal topography and corneal disease management.

• Treats corneal thinning using corneal cross-linking to strengthen the eye and stop progression
• Specialises in fitting complex contact lenses for improved visual clarity
• Conducted research at Bezmialem Foundation University – a top Turkish medical school
• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at Selcuk University
• Practises at Medipol Mega Hospitals Complex using high-definition imaging for precise diagnosis

Ali Demircan is a specialist eye surgeon at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with deep expertise in corneal disorders.

• Trained at the Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital – one of the region's busiest eye centres
• Uses corneal cross-linking to strengthen the cornea and stop the progression of keratoconus
• Focuses on restoring vision through customised contact lens fitting and surgical interventions
• Graduate of the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine