Strabismus Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Mehmet Tahir Sam is a highly accomplished ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya with a massive career clinical volume of over 27,000 surgical cases.

• Recognised as a live surgery instructor who teaches other eye surgeons corrective techniques
• Moderated the 2016 TOD Winter Symposium specifically focusing on strabismus management
• Served on the Board of Directors for the Turkish Ophthalmology Association branch
• Studied medicine in English at Hacettepe University, one of the region's top-tier medical schools

Senay Yilmaz is a specialist ophthalmologist who has performed over 9,000 surgical cases at the Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Group.

• Presented research on complex nerve palsy surgery at the European Strabismological Association
• Specialised in eye diseases at the prestigious Istanbul University School of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology (TOD)
• Author of multiple scientific publications focusing on eye surgery and alignment
• Regular participant in international congresses to stay updated on ocular surgical techniques

Dr. Digdem Begendi is an experienced ophthalmologist. She specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement, LASIK, and strabismus treatment. She is skilled in advanced procedures, including intraLase laser eye surgery, laser iridotomy, and femtosecond laser techniques.

Dr. Begendi has published several articles in national and international journals. Her work shows a strong commitment to research and clinical care. She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association. She completed her medical degree at Istanbul Bilim University and her specialization at Akdeniz University.

Dr Alperen Koc has performed 1,100 successful ophthalmic procedures and currently provides expert care at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Specialises in managing complex eye misalignments and corneal conditions
• Completed specialist training at the prestigious Beyoglu Eye Hospital
• Former Senior Lecturer at Yeniyuzyil University Gaziosmanpasa Hospital
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Dr Theppachai Thammikasakul is an ophthalmology specialist at Intrarat Hospital who holds sub-board certification in corneal and refractive surgery from Khon Kaen University.

• Trained at Phramongkutklao Hospital, one of Thailand's leading military medical institutions
• Specialises in precise eye muscle adjustments and refractive corrections
• Focuses on restoring eye alignment and binocular vision through surgical techniques
• Holds a Doctor of Medicine from the Phramongkutklao College of Medicine

Dr. Osman Sevki Arslan is an ophthalmologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed three original surgical techniques, including the innovative Retrograde Glaucoma Tube Implantation. Dr. Arslan served as the founding Medical Director of the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 300,000 patients annually.

• Served as the President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Authored over 100 original articles in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
• Represented Turkey as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology exams.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Associate Professor Esra Ayhan Tuzcu is a senior ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya who specialises in complex ocular corrections and surgical retina-vitreous diseases.

• Published over 50 scientific papers on eye diseases and surgical outcomes
• Held Associate Professor rank at Mustafa Kemal University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with two decades of case experience
• Completed specialised training in vitreoretinal surgery and eye infections in Ankara
• Graduated third in her medical class at Cumhuriyet University

Dr. Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is an ophthalmologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He completed a glaucoma fellowship at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Celebi authored over 50 international articles and 15 books. He ranked 11th out of all medical graduates in Turkey's specialty exam.

• Specializes in scarless endoscopic lacrimal surgery and limbal stem cell transplantation.
• Performs minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and seton implant procedures.
• Hold certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) and FEBO.
• Manages myopia progression in children using specialized lenses.

Dr. Birgi Sönmezer is an ophthalmologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He focuses on vitreoretinal surgery and retina treatments. He trained at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and Okmeydanı Training Hospital. Dr. Sönmezer was a founding partner of Kayseri Maya Eye Hospital.

• Performs vitrectomies, retinal detachment surgery, and cataract procedures.
• Uses laser techniques for LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and photorefractive keratectomy.
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Practices at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

Professor Akif Saygin is a specialised ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with deep expertise in surgical eye correction.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Specialises in ophthalmology with training from Istanbul Goztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Performs surgical alignment to correct eye positioning and improve binocular vision
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association involved in surgical symposiums

Dr Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli is an ophthalmology specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who trained at the prestigious Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute in the USA.

• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at the Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Studied refractive surgery at Moscow University Eye Institute to correct vision issues
• Uses phaco surgery techniques for delicate eye procedures requiring high precision
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association’s clinical community
• Manages complex eye alignment cases within a major hospital setting

Dr Tulay Arici is a dedicated paediatric ophthalmologist who has performed over 1,100 successful eye procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in managing complex strabismus cases in children and infants
• Focuses on paediatric eye health to prevent long-term vision issues
• Uses precise surgical techniques to correctly align eye muscles
• Practises at Istanbul Atakoy, a leading centre for specialist eye care

Dr Nichaboon Chotkajornkiat is a dual-certified specialist at Bangkok Eye Hospital. She holds advanced qualifications in both paediatric ophthalmology and neuro-ophthalmology.

• Specialises in neuro-ophthalmology – focuses on vision problems related to the nervous system and brain
• Completed fellowship training in paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus at Mahidol University
• Certified by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists of Thailand
• Holds a diploma from the Thai Board of Ophthalmology
• Expertise covers complex alignment cases in both children and adults