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Sumet Supalaset

  • 4.5 Good 8 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Intrarat Hospital
  • Dr Sumet Supalaset is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist with specialised retinal and refractive surgery certificates from leading institutions in London and Kyoto.

    • Completed a cornea and refractive observership at UCLA in the United States
    • Published research on femtosecond laser flap creation and transepithelial photorefractive keratectomy
    • Specialises in complex corneal surgery including stem cell and full corneal transplantations
    • Former lecturer at Chulabhorn Royal Academy – one of Thailand's premier medical research institutions
    • Multilingual specialist fluent in English, Japanese, and Chinese for clear patient communication
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Theppachai Thammikasakul

  • 4.5 Good 8 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Intrarat Hospital
  • Dr Theppachai Thammikasakul is a specialised ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital with formal fellowship training in corneal and refractive surgery.

    • Completed a sub-board fellowship in corneal and refractive surgery at Khonkaen University
    • Graduated as a Doctor of Medicine from the Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
    • Holds an Ophthalmology Certificate from the prestigious Phramongkutklao Hospital
    • Focuses on advanced vision correction techniques and corneal health
    • Currently serves as a lead ophthalmologist at the specialised Intrarat Hospital eye centre
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Ali Riza Cenk Celebi

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı
  • 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.

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Birgi Sönmezer

  • 4.5 Good 6 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
  • Dr Birgi Sönmezer leads the eye laser clinic at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex after years at Turkey's specialised World Eye Hospital branches.

    • Trained at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – one of the country's most established medical schools
    • Specialised in vitreoretinal surgery and advanced retinal care at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
    • Managed clinical operations as a founding partner of a specialist eye hospital
    • Focuses on laser vision correction and retina-specific microsurgery
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Prof Yusuf Yildirim

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist who has performed over 10,000 surgical procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital. His career is defined by international teaching roles and a deep focus on laser eye correction and corneal health.

    • Holds membership with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
    • Certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology and the International Council of Ophthalmology
    • Specialises in femtosecond LASIK, SMILE, and phakic IOL implantation
    • Published 84 peer-reviewed articles on refractive surgery and ocular surface diseases
    • Awarded by the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
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Digdem Begendi

  • 5 Excellent 55 reviews
  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Dr Digdem Begendi specialise in femtosecond laser technology and IntraLase eye surgery at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

    • Focuses on precision laser iridotomy and complex refractive procedures
    • Publishes research on ophthalmology findings in peer-reviewed medical journals
    • Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
    • Completed her specialist surgical training at Akdeniz University
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Tasanee Sirikul

  • 27 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital
  • Dr Tasanee Sirikul is a certified corneal specialist and visiting lecturer at Mahidol University who graduated with second-class honours. She focuses exclusively on refractive surgery at the Laser Vision International LASIK Center in Bangkok.

    • Certified specialist in cornea and refractive surgery
    • Visiting Lecturer in Ophthalmology at Ramathibodi Hospital
    • Completed advanced residency training in ophthalmology at Mahidol University
    • Specialises in surgical correction of vision and corneal health
    • Experienced in academic and clinical refractive surgery roles
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Ugur Tunc

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 10 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
  • Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc gained elite international expertise through a prestigious fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University.

    • Specialises in refractive surgery and complex corneal diseases at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
    • Awarded the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award by the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
    • Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
    • Published 18 peer-reviewed papers on corneal health and surgical outcomes
    • Trained at Istanbul Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital
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Ugur Yayla

  • 11 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol University Pendik Hospital
  • 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

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Deniz Kilic

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır
  • Associate Professor Deniz Kilic is a highly credentialed ophthalmic surgeon with over 10,000 successful surgical cases to his name.

    • Completed a Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at Germany's prestigious Zentrum für Refraktive Chirurgie
    • Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) and the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
    • Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
    • Holds a Diploma from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (MRCSEd)
    • Subspecialised in optics and refraction with multiple international certifications
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Osman Sevki Arslan

  • 5 Excellent 55 reviews
  • 41 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in refractive surgery who founded the Cerrahpasa Eye Bank and pioneered two original corneal surgical techniques.

    • Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with decades of academic leadership
    • Specialises in complex anterior segment surgery and advanced laser vision correction
    • Expert examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) certification exams
    • Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
    • Current Coordinator of the Eye Clinic at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
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Ahmet Alperen Koc

  • 4.6 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy
  • Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a published authority on refractive surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on laser vision correction and lens implants.

    • Trained at the renowned Beyoglu Eye Hospital, a major centre for ophthalmology
    • Authored specialized books on presbyopia correction and cataract treatment
    • Attended multiple European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons congresses
    • Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association refractive surgery unit
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Gokay Gunay

  • 4.6 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy
  • Gokay Gunay is a refractive surgery expert who has performed over 20,000 successful eye procedures at the Dunyagoz Eye Hospital in Istanbul.

    • Trained at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine within the department of eye diseases
    • Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
    • Active in the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
    • Belongs to the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
    • Specialises in refractive corrections using modern laser technology
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Chayanee Potivongsajarn

  • 11 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital
  • Dr Chayanee Potivongsajarn graduated with First Class Honours from the Faculty of Medicine at Siriraj Hospital – Thailand's premier medical institution. She specialises in refractive surgery at Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital.

    • Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO)
    • Completed a subspecialty fellowship focused on Cornea and Refractive Surgery
    • Recognised by the Royal College of Ophthalmologists of Thailand
    • Practises at a dedicated eye hospital with international clinical standards
    • Focuses on precise laser vision correction for cornea-related issues
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Mustafa Ozsutcu

  • 4.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 26 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Bahçelievler Univesity Hospital
  • Dr Mustafa Ozsutcu is a senior ophthalmologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with deep expertise in surgical eye care.

    • Practised at the Private Medipol Mega Hospitals Complex – a major centre for advanced ocular treatments
    • Held key positions at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
    • Trained at the Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital in the Department of Ophthalmology
    • Specialised in ophthalmology at Selçuk University following his medical degree
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Faruk Kaya

  • 4.5 Good 2 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Medipol Bahçelievler Univesity Hospital
  • Associate Professor Faruk Kaya is a leading refractive specialist at Medipol University, focusing on advanced corneal correction and intraocular lens technology.

    • Published expert in the Journal of Refractive Surgery regarding laser vision outcomes
    • Specialises in treating progressive keratoconus using corneal cross-linking techniques
    • Authored key medical book chapters on calculating lens power for post-refractive surgery patients
    • Regular contributor to international peer-reviewed journals on macular health and corneal biometry
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