LASIK eye surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Mehmet Tahir Sam is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon with over 27,000 successful surgical cases managed at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya.

• Acts as a live surgery instructor, training other specialists in advanced ocular techniques
• Holds specialised certification in Artisan Iris and Claw Lens applications
• Served on the Board of Directors for the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published more than 10 scientific papers on national and international eye care outcomes

Dr Digdem Begendi specialises in high-precision eye surgery using IntraLase and femtosecond laser technology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Focuses on advanced laser iridotomy and complex refractive corrections
• Extensively published in peer-reviewed journals for her research in ophthalmology
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Completed her specialist training at Akdeniz University
• Practises at a JCI-accredited hospital – a gold standard for safety

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a pioneering ophthalmologist who developed original corneal surgical techniques and founded the Eye Bank at Istanbul University.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with decades of senior leadership
• Specialises in anterior segment surgery including complex corneal and refractive procedures
• Serves as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology diploma
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Published over 110 peer-reviewed articles on advanced eye surgery outcomes

Dr Alperen Koc is a dedicated cornea specialist who trained at the prestigious Beyoğlu Eye Hospital – a leading centre for ophthalmic surgery in Istanbul.

• Graduated from the Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine at one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Expertise focuses on corneal health and vision correction surgery
• Completed advanced post-graduate residency training in ophthalmology
• Heads eye treatments at Valued Med Hub Hospitals

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

• Completed a dedicated sub-board fellowship in refractive surgery
• Focuses on correcting vision using laser-based techniques
• Earned his Doctor of Medicine from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
• Holds an Ophthalmology Certificate from Phramongkutklao Hospital
• Expertise includes managing corneal health alongside vision correction

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California.

• Trained specifically in refractive surgery and summit microkeratome techniques
• Expert in using optical coherence tomography (OCT) for precise patient imaging
• Member of the Surgical Retinal Board of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Published over 50 international papers on advanced eye imaging and surgical outcomes
• Current Professor at Biruni University with extensive clinical research background

Dr Birgi Sönmezer has performed 900+ eye treatments and currently leads the Eye Laser Clinic at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex.

• Specialises in laser refractive surgery for correcting vision
• Focuses on LASIK techniques specifically for mild-to-moderate astigmatism
• Completed advanced post-specialist training in vitreoretinal surgery at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training Hospital
• Previously a founding partner of Maya Eye Hospital and a long-term specialist at World Eye Hospital

Professor Ali Riza Cenk Celebi holds high-level certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology in Optics and Refraction. He serves on the executive board for the Cornea and Ocular Surface Unit at the Turkish Ophthalmological Association.

• Completed a prestigious clinical fellowship at Harvard Medical School
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology and the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Expertise in corneal diseases and advanced contact lens fitting for vision correction
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Published 58 international articles and authored 15 medical books

Dr Haluk Talu is a highly experienced eye surgery specialist who has managed more than 20,000 surgical cases during his career.

• Specialises in laser eye treatments and refractive surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital
• Maintains active membership with the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Published over 50 scientific articles contributing to modern ophthalmology
• Completed advanced medical training at St Roch Eye Clinic and Nice St Antiapolis University Hospital

Dr Patchima Chantaren is a refractive surgery specialist at the TRSC International Eye and Vision Center who holds a Certificate in Forefront Refractive Surgery from the London Vision Clinic.

• Completed a clinical fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Chulalongkorn University
• Specialises in LASIK, SMILE, and Presbyond techniques for vision correction
• Former instructor at the Centre of Excellence for Cornea and Limbal Stem Cell Transplantation
• Expertise in ocular surface health and dry eye management from training in Japan
• Awarded 1st degree Honours for her medical degree from Mahidol University

Professor Levent Akcay has performed more than 55,000 successful eye surgeries throughout his career at the Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Group.

• Holds a massive portfolio of 201 scientific publications and articles
• Recognised international member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialised in ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Trained at Uludag University and Dr Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Hospital

Dr Yoonjung Jo is a certified ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon who leads refractive care at the Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Gangnam.

• Specialises in SMILE LASIK and 1:1 customised vision correction planning
• Former Clinical Faculty member at Hallym University Medical Center
• Full member of the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Focuses on tailored surgical approaches for complex astigmatism cases
• Member of the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology

Associate Professor Gokce has completed over 10,000 surgical cases, specialising in refractive and corneal surgery at the Dunyagoz Eye Hospital in Izmir.

• Holds a specialised certificate in Interlase Femto-LASIK (i-LASIK) training
• Certified in the treatment of high astigmatism using advanced Femtolaser technology
• Completed intensive SMILE laser surgery and Excimer Laser training
• Serves as a medical director for cornea banking and corneal transplantation
• Earned associate professorship at the prestigious Gulhane Military Medical Academy

Professor Matben Volkan has managed over 20,000 surgical cases during his career as an ophthalmologist. He currently treats patients at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Ankara – a facility dedicated entirely to eye health.

• Specialises in refractive surgery for vision correction
• Member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery
• Fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Completed medical training and specialisation at Ege University and Sisli Etfal Training Hospital
• Focuses on high-volume surgical precision in complex eye cases

Associate Professor Deniz Kilic is a highly accomplished eye surgeon who has performed over 10,000 successful surgical procedures during his career.

• Completed a specialised Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at St Franziskus-Hospital in Germany
• Holds a Diploma from the European Board of Ophthalmology in Paris
• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) with advanced certification
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Elected member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

Professor Veysi Oner is a dedicated eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, one of Turkey's most prominent dedicated eye care facilities.

• Holds the title of Professor – the highest academic rank in Turkish medicine
• Treats patients at the JCI-accredited Dunyagoz Hospital in Istanbul
• Specialises in refractive surgery including varied laser correction techniques
• Recognised as a specialist ophthalmologist by the Turkish Ministry of Health