Cataract surgery (one eye) Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr Digdem Begendi specialise in precision eye procedures using femtosecond laser technology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in laser-assisted surgery including intraLase and laser iridotomy techniques
• Published researcher in peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals regarding clinical findings
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Akdeniz University and Istanbul Bilim University School of Medicine
• Uses laser technology to improve surgical accuracy and patient recovery times

Dr Aylin Koc Akbay is a dedicated ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, having performed 1,100 successful eye treatments.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in modern lens replacement and general eye health
• Trained at Marmara University School of Medicine in Istanbul
• Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology

Dr Alperen Koc is a dedicated cornea specialist who trained at the prestigious Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul.

• Graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on corneal health and complex lens procedures
• Expertise includes microsurgical techniques for vision restoration
• Practices at Valued Med Hub Hospitals using modern diagnostic tools

Dr Thammikasakul is an ophthalmology specialist at Intrarat Hospital with high-level fellowship training in corneal and refractive surgery.

• Completed a sub-board fellowship in corneal surgery at Khonkaen University
• Certified in ophthalmology through the prestigious Phramongkutklao Hospital
• Earned his medical degree from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
• Expertise focuses on precision vision restoration and anterior segment health

Associate Professor Cafer Tanriverdi is a specialist ophthalmologist who has successfully managed over 20,000 surgical cases at the Dunyagoz Etiler Hospital.

• Awarded best oral presentation by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery in 2019
• Former Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University training the next generation of eye surgeons
• Specialises in refractive surgery and lens replacement for vision correction
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Recognised internationally for contributions to surgical innovation in cataracts

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a highly regarded ophthalmic surgeon who has pioneered his own surgical techniques for corneal and anterior segment procedures. He currently serves as the Eye Clinic Coordinator at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and leading authority in cataract surgery
• Developed the Arslan closed cornea and covered cornea surgical techniques
• Executive board member for the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Founded the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank and served as its medical director
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology diploma

Associate Professor Ebru Gorgun is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, specialising in advanced cataract and retina surgery.

• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Served as a lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the European Society of Retina Specialists for complex cases
• Active in the International Society for Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision

Dr Levent Ersan has performed over 20,000 surgeries throughout his career. He is a senior specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on restoring clear vision using advanced techniques.

• Holds membership in the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Studied at Hacettepe University, a top-ranked Turkish medical institution
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Pioneered research in visual awareness and retinal health
• Won national scientific awards for his early research achievements in biology

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a distinguished ophthalmology specialist with senior fellowship training at the Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California.

• Performed extensive research and clinical work in retinal and cataract care at leading institutions
• Expertise includes managing complex surgical cases such as lens subluxation and Marfan Syndrome
• Board member of both the Surgical and Medical Retinal Boards of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Published over 50 international papers on advanced ocular imaging and surgical outcomes
• Current Professor of Ophthalmology at Biruni University and Medicana International Istanbul

Professor Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is a Harvard-trained ophthalmic surgeon with elite credentials from the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

• Completed a prestigious glaucoma fellowship at Harvard Medical School
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology specialising in complex lens cases
• Executive Board Member of the Cornea and Ocular Surface Unit
• Expert in managing cataracts alongside underlying corneal diseases or glaucoma
• Member of the American European Congress of Ophthalmic Surgeons

Dr Birgi Sönmezer has performed more than 900 eye procedures and leads the Eye Laser Clinic at Medical Park Antalya.

• Specialised in vitreoretinal surgery and retina treatments
• Subspecialised at the Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Gained extensive expertise at the prestigious World Eye Hospital across multiple branches
• Personally evaluates all medical materials and prepares every cataract surgical plan
• Founding partner of the Kayseri Maya Eye Hospital

With more than 20,000 surgical cases successfully managed, Dr Haluk Talu is a highly prolific eye disease specialist based at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) replacement
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Published 50 scientific articles on ophthalmic research and outcomes
• Former trainee at Nice St Antiapolis University Hospital in France
• Expertise includes laser eye treatments and presbyopia correction

Dr Patchima Chantaren graduated with first-class honours and holds specialist fellowship training in cornea and refractive surgery. She currently practises at the TRSC International Eye and Vision Center.

• Completed advanced training at the London Vision Clinic in the United Kingdom
• Undertook specialist clinical study in ocular surface transplantation in Kyoto, Japan
• Former instructor at the King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital cornea excellence centre
• Board-certified ophthalmologist with a clinical focus on refractive eye procedures
• Recipient of the Asia Cornea Society-Santen educational grant

Dr Yucel Ozturk has completed over 30,000 surgical cases – a massive volume of experience at the renowned Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in refractive and cataract procedures at a leading specialist eye centre
• Published 20 scientific papers in national and international medical journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at major Turkish education and research hospitals in Kartal and Haydarpasa

Associate Professor Asker Bulut is a highly active eye surgeon who has performed over 10,000 successful surgical cases at Istanbul Medipol University Sefakoy Hospital.

• Specialises in surgical medical sciences with a focus on complex eye diseases
• Holds the rank of Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association’s Young Ophthalmologists Unit
• Completed specialist training in the Department of Surgical Medical Sciences
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association