Professor Mehmet Tahir Sam has performed more than 27,000 surgical cases – a massive volume that demonstrates high-level surgical precision and expertise.

• Serves as a live surgery instructor for other ophthalmologists
• Holds certification in specialist vitroretinal surgery applications
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Published over 10 national and international scientific papers
• Board member for the Turkish Ophthalmology Association in Antalya

Dr Sumet Supalaset is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist with specialised certificates in corneal and refractive surgery from world-class institutions in London, Japan, and the USA.

• Completed a corneal and refractive observership at UCLA in the United States
• Holds a specialised certificate in cornea surgery from Chiang Mai University
• Expert in corneal transplantation and advanced corneal stem cell grafting
• Published extensive research on corneal diseases and refractive outcomes in international medical journals
• Former lecturer at Chulabhorn Royal Academy training the next generation of eye specialists

Dr Theppachai Thammikasakul is a specialised ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital with dedicated fellowship training in corneal and refractive surgery from Khon Kaen University.

• Completed advanced specialist training at Phramongkutklao Hospital
• Focuses on surgical solutions for corneal disorders and vision correction
• Holds a sub-board fellowship specifically in corneal medical and surgical management
• Practises at Intrarat Hospital focusing on modern ophthalmic procedures
• Graduated from the prestigious Phramongkutklao College of Medicine

Professor Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is an executive board member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association's Cornea and Ocular Surface Unit, identifying him as a top authority in corneal health. He holds prestigious Harvard Medical School fellowship training and multiple international board certifications.

• Executive board member for the national Cornea and Ocular Surface Unit
• Completed a high-level clinical fellowship at Harvard Medical School
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd)
• Author of 15 medical books and 58 international peer-reviewed articles

Education and Specialization

• 1988-1994: Medical Education, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• 1999-2002: Specialization, Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• 2002-2007: Post-Specialization Training, Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital, Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery Clinic

Professional Experience

• 2002-2007: World Eye Hospital, Levent and Ataköy Branches
• 2007-2010: Founding Partner, Kayseri Maya Eye Hospital
• 2010-2012: World Eye Hospital, Samsun and Bursa Branches
• 2012-2023: World Eye Hospital, Antalya Branch
• 2024: Antalya Medical Park Hospital, Eye Laser Clinic

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a highly credentialed corneal specialist who holds a subspecialty diploma in cornea and external eye diseases.

• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Involved in clinical trials for Keraflex, a pioneer treatment for corneal shaping
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Published 84 scientific articles focusing on ocular surface disorders and corneal surgery
• Professor at Istanbul Medipol University, leading clinical education in ophthalmology

Dr Yoonjung Jo is a ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon who leads the Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Gangnam. She specialises in 1:1 customised surgical planning for complex vision correction and astigmatism cases.

• Member of the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology and American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Maintains clinical faculty status as a Visiting Professor at Hallym University Medical Center
• Expert in the Korean External Eye Study Group focusing on corneal health
• Certified specialist in advanced refractive procedures and vision correction technology

EDUCATION:

2015

Uludag University, Ophthalmology

2008

Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine

2001

Kırıkkale Science High School, Numerical

EXPERIENCE:

2019 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Ophthalmology (Vitreo-Retinal Surgery and Medical Retina Fellowship)

2016 SBÜ Zekai Tahir Burak EAH (Retinopathy of Prematurity Fellowship)/

2015 - 2023 Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital

2023 - Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc is a specialist in corneal diseases who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University.

• Specialises in treating keratoconus and managing corneal ectasia progression after cross-linking
• Published research specifically on the corneal bacterial microbiome and ectasia outcomes
• Recipient of the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award from the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

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

• Completed a specialised Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at St. Franziskus-Hospital in Germany
• Holds the prestigious Fellowship of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) following advanced examinations
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Awarded the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma in Paris
• Published internationally on clinical ophthalmology and surgical techniques

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in corneal care, having founded the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank and developed two original surgical techniques for corneal conditions.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with nearly 30 years on the Cornea and Ocular Surface executive board
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in complex anterior segment surgery and refractive procedures
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Gokay Gunay has managed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, one of the world's largest groups specialising in vision correction.

• Trained at Istanbul University Capa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in refractive surgery outcomes for complex corneal issues
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expert in matching surgical techniques to individual corneal stability needs

Dr. Seong-Won Cho is Director of Ophthalmology and a refractive surgery specialist at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul. He is board-certified. He completed his internship and ophthalmology residency at Korea University Anam Hospital. He earned a bachelor’s degree from Boston University. He focuses on advanced vision correction, including SMILE and LASIK. He previously served as Director at Blue World Eye Clinic. He was also an outpatient ophthalmology consultant at Inha University Hospital.

Accreditations: ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon (Certified). Memberships: Korean Medical Association; Korean Ophthalmological Association; Korean Ophthalmological Society; American Academy of Ophthalmology; Asia Pacific Association of Ophthalmologists; Korean External Eye Study Group; Korean Contact Lens Society; Korean Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery; European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons; American Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery; ARVO.

Associate Professor Faruk Kaya is a leading voice in corneal health, having literally written the book on corneal cross-linking for keratoconus as a major medical textbook author.

• Specialises in epithelium-off corneal cross-linking to stabilise progressive keratoconus
• Track record of long-term patient success with documented six-year post-procedural outcomes
• Academic leader at Istanbul Medipol University training the next generation of eye surgeons
• Widely published researcher in international peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals