Dr. Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Acibadem University (2023–2025). He practices at Acibadem Maslak Hospital (2024–2025). He completed a glaucoma fellowship at Harvard/Mass Eye and Ear in 2016. His clinical work covers glaucoma (MIGS, seton procedures), cornea (limbal stem cell surgery), lacrimal surgery (scarless endoscopic DCR), medical retina (intravitreal injections), myopia control in children, and orbital surgery.

He earned his MD from Hacettepe University and ranked 3rd in his class. He began his ophthalmology residency after placing 11th in Turkey’s TUS exam. Certifications include ICO Basic and Clinical (2010), FEBO (2015), Turkish Board (2016), Advanced ICO/FICO (2017), and USMLE Step 4. His awards include Acibadem Academic Achievement (2015–2023), Best Presentation (2022), and TOD awards (2022–2023). He has published 58 international articles and 15 books. He holds an MSc in Biological Data Science (GPA 3.94/4.00, top of term) and completed training in AI in Healthcare in 2020.

Professor Birgi Sönmezer is a highly focused eye surgeon based at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex – a major centre for ophthalmology.

• Trained at the prestigious Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Completed advanced post-specialist training in vitreoretinal surgery
• Practised at the specialised World Eye Hospital for over two decades
• Serves as a lead specialist at the Eye Laser Clinic in Antalya
• Expert in handling both routine lens replacements and complex retinal cases

Dr Patchima Chantaren holds first-class honours and clinical fellowship training in refractive and corneal surgery from Thailand's top medical institutions.

• Trained in advanced refractive surgery at the London Vision Clinic in the United Kingdom
• Completed a clinical observership in ocular surface transplantation at Kyoto Prefectural University, Japan
• Specialises in treating complex ocular surface issues and dry eye conditions
• Former instructor at the King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital's cornea centre of excellence
• Current specialist at the TRSC International Eye and Vision Center

Dr Digdem Begendi specialise in precision eye surgery using intraLase and femtosecond laser technologies at the JCI-accredited Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expert in laser iridotomy and complex refractive procedures
• Regularly publishes research findings in peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals
• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at the respected Akdeniz University
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Focuses on restoring vision through modern laser-assisted surgical techniques

Professor Yusuf Yildirim has performed over 10,000 cataract surgeries and serves as a Clinical Educator at Istanbul Medipol University.

• Holds a subspecialty diploma in Cornea and External Disease for complex cases
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology and International Council of Ophthalmology
• Expert in advanced phakic IOL implantation and femtosecond laser techniques
• Authored over 80 scientific articles on refractive surgery and corneal health

Dr Yoonjung Jo is a certified ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon and Director at the Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Gangnam. She specialises in complex vision correction and surgical planning for patients with astigmatism.

• Holds full membership in the American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery
• Member of the European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons
• Former Clinical Faculty member at Hallym University Medical Centre
• Specialises in one-to-one customised surgical planning for precise vision outcomes
• Active member of the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology

Dr Yucel Ozturk has completed over 30,000 surgical procedures, making him one of the most prolific eye surgeons at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in precise lens replacement and cataract microsurgery
• Published 20 scientific papers on ophthalmic surgical outcomes
• Trained at the Dr Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Education and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Expert in managing both routine and complex surgical eye cases

Associate Professor Deniz Kilic is a highly credentialed ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed over 10,000 surgical cases.

• Holds a Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship from St. Franziskus-Hospital in Germany
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Awarded the International Council of Ophthalmology Advanced Examination Diploma (FICO)
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO) following rigorous examinations in Paris
• Practises at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir, part of a specialised eye care network

Professor Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli is a highly qualified ophthalmology specialist who completed advanced training in Phaco surgery at the Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute in Florida.

• Specialised in Phaco surgery – the gold standard modern technique for removing cataracts efficiently
• Completed refractive surgery training at the Moscow University Eye Institute
• Trained at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, a major centre for ophthalmology
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Practises at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in restorative eye surgery, having pioneered original surgical techniques for complex corneal and anterior segment conditions.

• Developed the 'Arslan closed cornea' and 'Arslan covered cornea' surgical methods
• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and current Eye Clinic Coordinator
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Founded the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Eye Bank to improve surgical access
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology exams

Associate Professor Yanin Suwan is a specialist in glaucoma and cataract surgery at the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital.

• Serves as an Associate Professor at Mahidol University – one of Thailand's top-tier medical research institutions
• Recognised expert in managing complex cataract cases complicated by glaucoma or high intraocular pressure
• Published clinical research on rare angle-closure mechanisms in patients with artificial lens implants
• Specialises in general ophthalmology with a focus on advanced glaucoma surgery techniques

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc recently completed a prestigious research fellowship at Johns Hopkins University's Wilmer Eye Institute – the top-ranked eye hospital in the United States.

• Specialises in cataract surgery, corneal diseases, and refractive surgery
• Uses topical anaesthesia for phacoemulsification to improve patient comfort
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Awarded the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award by the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Practises at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul

Assistant Professor Nawat Watanachai is a senior ophthalmologist at Bangkok Eye Hospital who holds a prestigious academic post at Mahidol University.

• Specialises in combined cataract, vitreous, and retinal treatments
• Expert in managing cataracts alongside complex retinal diseases
• Researches clinical outcomes to improve surgical success rates
• Leads training for the next generation of eye surgeons
• Publishes clinical findings in international ophthalmic journals

Dr Matben Volkan has performed more than 20,000 eye surgeries over three decades of specialist practice at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Ankara.

• Specialises in refractive and cataract procedures for complex vision correction
• Holds membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery
• Expertise vetted by the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Trained at the prestigious Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

Dr Sungwon Cho is a ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon who leads refractive care at the Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Seoul.

• Holds a bachelor degree from Boston University in the United States
• Completed specialist ophthalmology residency at Korea University Anam Hospital
• Expertise in vision correction techniques like SMILE and laser-assisted surgery
• Member of the Asia Pacific Association of Ophthalmologists
• Regular member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr Sasi Yaisawang graduated with first-class honours in Medicine and is a leading cornea and refractive surgery specialist at Bangkok Eye Hospital.

• Achieved international recognition for research at the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Authored multiple medical textbooks and research papers on eye health
• Focuses on advanced lens replacement and corneal health
• Completed specialized ophthalmology residency at Khon Kaen University
• Current Ph.D. candidate dedicated to public eye health education and clinical excellence

Op. Dr. Alasgar Asgarli, MD, is an ophthalmologist. He focuses on cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma diagnosis and treatment, medical retinal diseases, and pediatric eye care. He performs oculoplastic eyelid surgery and ocular trauma surgery. His skills include intravitreal injections, pterygium excision, and neuro-ophthalmology. He also has experience with advanced intraocular lens fixation, including scleral fixation and the Yamane technique.

Achievements and accreditations: Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD). Presenter at the TOD 59th National Congress. Attended the TOD 58th National Congress. Completed the TOD Fundus Fluorescein Angiography Course (2024). Published “Comparison of the Effects of Hydrophobic and Hydrophilic Acrylic Intraocular Lenses on Lenticular Astigmatism” (DOI: 10.37844/TJ-CEO.2025.20.37). Holds certification in Botox and dermal fillers.

Dr Esra Vural is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology who has managed over 5,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Completed advanced clinical training at the Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich, Germany
• Holds the prestigious title of Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO)
• Published academic research on innovative retinal prostheses and corneal crosslinking treatments
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Maintains high surgical volume across several major city hospitals involving complex eye care