Cataract surgery (one eye) Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Duygu Tez is an ophthalmologist at Adem and Havva Medical Center in Istanbul. She specializes in cataract surgery, LASIK, and oculoplastic procedures. Dr. Tez completed training at New York University Mount Sinai Hospital. She holds a master's degree in healthcare management from Beykent University.

• Performs specialized treatments for glaucoma, strabismus, and retinal diseases.
• Maintains membership in the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Published research on astigmatism and eyelid reconstruction in international medical journals.
• Completed retinal and corneal surgical training at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

Professor Mehmet Tahir Sam is a highly experienced ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed over 27,000 surgical cases during his career.

• Serves as a live surgery instructor for other ophthalmic specialists
• Holds formal certification in Artisan Iris and Claw Lens applications
• Maintains active membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in managing complex cataracts and vitreoretinal surgery
• Published over 10 national and international scientific papers on ocular health

Professor Semra Coskun has performed over 5,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. She is a highly active surgeon with a strong academic background in ophthalmology.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Published more than 30 scientific papers on eye surgical outcomes
• Fellow of the European VitreoRetinal Society
• Specialises in cataract and retinal microsurgery techniques
• Multilingual specialist fluent in English and several Balkan languages

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 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

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

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

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

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

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