Cataract surgery (one eye) Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr Akif Saygin is a specialist ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with a dedicated focus on cataract and refractive surgery. He completed his medical training at Akdeniz University and his surgical specialisation at Istanbul Goztepe Training and Research Hospital.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Completed the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Skills Transfer course
• Deep expertise in managing diabetic macular edema along with vision restoration
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Regularly attends the live surgery symposiums to stay current with surgical techniques

Professor Levent Akcay is a high-volume ophthalmologist who has performed over 55,000 surgical procedures during his career at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in complex microsurgery and ophthalmic plastic surgery
• Maintains an active membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Published 201 scientific papers and articles on eye health
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Trained at the Dr Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Professor Yoonjung Jo is a certified Zeiss Smile Excellent Surgeon who leads the Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Gangnam. She specialises in tailored vision correction and complex astigmatism management for cataract patients.

• Regular Member of the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO)
• Specialises in one-to-one customised surgical planning for precise vision outcomes
• Member of both the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Former clinical faculty member and Visiting Professor at Hallym University Medical Center
• Recognised specialist in combining refractive correction with primary eye surgery

Associate Professor Yanin Suwan is a specialist glaucoma and cataract surgeon based at Bangkok Eye Hospital. She leads research and clinical training at Mahidol University, one of Thailand's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Specialises in managing complex cataract cases involving glaucoma
• Expert in treating angle-closure mechanisms using the latest ophthalmic research
• Serves as Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Published researcher focusing on OCT angiography and ocular imaging
• Expertise in identifying rare intraocular complications to ensure surgical safety

Professor Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli completed specialised phaco surgery training at the Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute in Florida – consistently ranked as the top ophthalmology hospital in the United States.

• Trained in refractive surgery at the Moscow University Eye Institute
• Specialises in precise lens replacement using modern phacoemulsification techniques
• Directs the Ophthalmology Department at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Focuses on restoring visual clarity for patients with complex cataract cases

Associate Professor Erkan Unsal has completed more than 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır – a major centre for ophthalmology.

• Specialised training from Ege University and Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Maintains international standards as a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Contributed to medical research with over 50 national and international publications
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Focuses on precision outcomes for vision correction and ocular health

Associate Professor Deniz Kilic is a highly credentialed ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed over 10,000 surgical cases. He holds the prestigious Fellowship of the International Council of Ophthalmology and practices at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır.

• Completed a specialised Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at St. Franziskus-Hospital in Germany
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Recognised Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Holds the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma from Paris
• Expert in toric lens applications for correcting astigmatism during cataract removal

Assistant Professor Nawat Watanachai is a specialist ophthalmologist leading eye care at the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital.

• Specialises in complex cataract treatment and vitreoretinal surgery
• Holds a senior academic post at Mahidol University, a top Thai medical school
• Published researcher in retinal disease outcomes and ophthalmic surgical techniques
• Focuses on restoring vision through combined cataract and retinal care

Dr Chayanee Potivongsajarn graduated with First Class Honours from Siriraj Hospital and is a Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Completed a subspecialty fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery
• Recognised as an international fellow by the International Council of Ophthalmology
• Practises at Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital
• Specialises in precise lens placement and refractive outcomes

Dr Sasi Yaisawang is a cornea and refractive surgery specialist who graduated with first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University. She leads complex eye procedures at Bangkok Eye Hospital.

• Recognised internationally for research presented at the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in cornea and refractive surgery for precise vision correction
• Authored several medical textbooks and research articles on ocular health
• Current PhD candidate dedicated to the latest developments in ophthalmic care
• Active in public eye health education and social volunteerism

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a published authority on modern vision restoration, having authored textbooks on cataract treatment and presbyopia-correcting intraocular lenses.

• Practises at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy, a dedicated centre for advanced ophthalmic care
• Expert in presbyopia-correcting lenses that help reduce dependence on glasses after surgery
• Trained at Beyoğlu Eye Hospital, one of the region's most prominent specialist training facilities
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regular contributor to national congresses on the latest surgical techniques

Fevziye Ondes Yilmaz is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon with 30,000 surgical cases completed at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery with three decades of clinical focus
• Certified for INTACS corneal implants and IntraLase laser technology
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Maintains active membership in the International Society of Refractive Surgery