Best Lasik Eye Surgery Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

The doctor is a highly experienced ophthalmologist with over two decades of professional experience, having performed more than 30,000 eye surgeries. Specializing in cataract, keratoconus, cornea, laser, and presbyopia treatments, the doctor is also an active contributor to scientific literature, with over 100 publications in the field.

Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine and specialized in ophthalmology at the Beyoglu Training and Research Hospital. The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer is a highly skilled eye surgeon who has performed over 25,000 successful procedures.

• Completed a surgical fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Kansas Medical School
• Passed multiple International Council of Ophthalmology examinations in optics, refraction, and clinical sciences
• Served as a clinical investigator for major pharmaceutical trials with Novartis and Roche
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association Young Ophthalmologist Council

Place and Date of Birth

• Erzurum, 1970

Language Skills

• English, German, Russian

Education and Experience

• 1981-1988 Istanbul High School
• 1988-1994 Istanbul University, Istanbul School of Medicine
• 1994-1998 Russian Medical Academy, Eye Hospital - Moscow

Case Experience

• 16 years of active service as an ophthalmologist.

Memberships

• TOD (Turkish Society of Ophthalmology), 1999-2009
• ESCRS (European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons), 2000- 2009
• AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology), 1999-2009
• ISRS (International Society of Refractive Surgery), 2003-2009

Associate Professor Derda Ozer has performed over 900 eye treatments and brings a strong research background to LASIK vision correction at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Published over 35 research papers in esteemed journals like Cornea and International Ophthalmology
• Completed the prestigious ICO-STAAR Surgical Fellowship focused on advanced eye surgery
• Tailors LASIK treatments specifically to address astigmatism and blurry vision
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association

Professor Ahmet Satici is a veteran ophthalmologist who has performed more than 20,000 surgical procedures over his distinguished career.

• Achieved full professorship at Harran University – one of Turkey's established medical institutions
• Specialises in laser vision correction, intraocular lenses, and cataract surgery
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Completed advanced medical training at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine

The doctor is a highly regarded Eye Diseases Specialist with a focus on ophthalmology. With a robust academic foundation, the doctor has completed fellowships at prestigious institutions including Moorfields Eye Hospital, University of California San Diego, Baylor College of Medicine, and the Doheny Eye Institute.

The doctor is an active member of several professional societies such as the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the European VitreoRetinal Society. The doctor specializes in a wide range of eye surgeries, including cataract surgery, LASIK, and retinal transplantation.

The doctor is a specialist in Eye Diseases with extensive expertise in general eye examinations, retinal treatments, and various eye surgeries, including Cataract surgery with IOL replacement, Cataract surgery (one eye), Cataract Surgery with Multifocal Lens Implant, LASIK eye surgery, IOLs implantation, Transplantation of retina, ReLEx SMILE eye surgery, LASEK eye surgery, and Laser eye surgery.

Recognized for his groundbreaking work, the doctor performed the first bionic eye surgery in Turkey and received the TOD - Best Surgical Video Award in 2016. He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the European Vitreoretinal Society.

Professor Pichit Naripthaphan is the President of the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club of Thailand. He leads vision correction at the TRSC International Eye and Vision Center.

• Former Chief of the LASIK Center at Rajvithi Hospital
• Completed a specialist fellowship at the USC Medical School in Los Angeles
• Certified in C-LASIK refractive surgery through advanced training in Georgia, USA
• Specialises in anterior segment surgery and complex corneal cases
• Senior consultant for the Thai Ministry of Public Health

Dr Sasi Yaisawang has performed over 1,100 eye procedures and holds specialist certification in cornea and refractive surgery from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists of Thailand.

• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) since 2019
• Graduated with first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University
• Completed a telemedicine certificate with Harvard University School of Medicine
• Awarded a Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Medical Sciences
• Specialises in both routine LASIK and complex corneal cases

Dr Ponpawee Jindarak is a highly specialised ophthalmologist who completed an international clinical fellowship at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary in Chicago.

• Trained at Chulalongkorn University – one of Thailand's most prestigious medical schools
• Holds advanced certification in ophthalmology and glaucoma treatment
• Practises at Intrarat Hospital using medical expertise to manage complex vision conditions
• Focuses on precise clinical outcomes for adult patients

Professor Anun Vongthongsri was the first ophthalmic surgeon in Southeast Asia to complete a clinical fellowship in refractive surgery at the prestigious Washington University School of Medicine.

• Performed many thousands of successful LASIK and surface laser procedures
• Served as Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital School of Medicine
• Established and directs a specialist fellowship programme to train other eye surgeons in LASIK
• Medical Director at Laser Vision International LASIK Centre in Bangkok
• Contributes to clinical research on Excimer Laser technology and PRK outcomes

The doctor is a distinguished Eye Diseases Specialist with over 19 years of experience, having performed more than 20,000 surgical cases. With a significant contribution to ophthalmology, the doctor has over 50 scientific publications. The doctor is actively involved in professional organizations, including the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

The doctor received education from Istanbul American Robert College, Istanbul University, and further specialized at Nice St. Antiapolis University Hospital and St. Roch Eye Clinic.

Dr Yasar Dag is a specialist in refractive surgery who holds advanced certification in vitrectomy from the Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
• Expertise in corneal diseases and keratoplasty for complex vision issues
• Published researcher in international journals like BMC Ophthalmology and International Ophthalmology
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD)
• Experienced in using Scheimpflug topography for precise corneal mapping

Dr Veysi has performed over 900 successful eye procedures and currently leads ophthalmology cases at CE International Hospital.

• Specialises in I-LASIK and standard LASIK techniques for vision correction
• Expertise in laser refractive surgery including PRK and cataract operations
• Trained at the Izmir Ataturk Training and Research Hospital
• Provides comprehensive care including oculoplastic and medical aesthetic eye treatments
• Personally reviews cases to create tailored surgical treatment plans