Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc recently served as a Research Fellow at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University – consistently ranked as one of the top ophthalmology programmes globally.

• Specialises in retinal diseases and macular edema management
• Completed residency at the prestigious Istanbul Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Recipient of the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award from the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Published 18 peer-reviewed papers on diabetic macular edema and corneal health
• Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a highly respected leader in ophthalmology who served as the President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.

• Coordinater of the Eye Clinic at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
• Founder and former Medical Director of the Cerrahpasa Eye Bank
• Specialises in anterior segment surgery and fundus fluorescein angiography (FFA)
• International examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO)
• Published over 110 original articles in peer-reviewed medical journals

Education

2019 İSTANBUL MEDİPOL UNIVERSITY, ASSOC. PROF. DR. - OPHTHALMOLOGY

2004 ISTANBUL PROF. DR. N. REŞAT BELGER BEYOĞLU E.A.H, SPECIALIZATION IN MEDICINE - OPHTHALMOLOGY

1999 ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY, ISTANBUL MEDICAL FACULTY

1999 ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY, ISTANBUL MEDICAL FACULTY

Publications

A. International Peer-Reviewed Journals:

Title: Comparison of different formulas for intraocular lens power calculation using a new optical biometer.

• Authors: Kaya Faruk, Koçak İbrahim, Aydın Ali, Baybora Hakan, Karabela Yunus
• Journal: Journal Français d'Ophtalmologie
• Year: 2015
• Volume: 38(8)
• Pages: 717-722
• DOI: 10.1016/j.jfo.2015.03.006

Title: Change in choroidal thickness after intravitreal injection for treatment of neovascular age-related macular degeneration: Ranibizumab versus aflibercept.

• Author: Kaya Faruk
• Journal: Journal Français d’Ophtalmologie
• Year: 2017
• Volume: 40(10)
• Pages: 832-838
• DOI: 10.1016/j.jfo.2017.04.014

Title: Effect of aflibercept on persistent macular edema secondary to central retinal vein occlusion.

• Authors: Kaya Faruk, Koçak İbrahim, Aydın Ali, Baybora Hakan, Koç Hacı, Karabela Yunus
• Journal: Journal Français d’Ophtalmologie
• Year: 2018
• Volume: 41(9)
• Pages: 809-813
• DOI: 10.1016/j.jfo.2018.01.024

Title: Epithelium-off corneal cross-linking in progressive keratoconus: 6-year outcomes.

• Author: Kaya Faruk
• Journal: Journal Français d’Ophtalmologie
• Year: 2019
• DOI: 10.1016/j.jfo.2018.09.013

Authors: Eliaçık Mustafa, Karaman Erdur Sevil, Baltepe Altıok İnci, Gülkılık İbrahim Gökhan, Anıl Aslan Cemile, Kaya Faruk

• Journal: The Kaohsiung Journal of Medical Sciences
• Year: 2016
• Volume: 32(1)
• Pages: 38-43
• DOI: 10.1016/j.kjms.2015.12.004

Authors: Karabela Yunus, Eliaçık Mustafa, Kaya Faruk

• Journal: BMC Ophthalmology
• Year: 2016
• Volume: 16(1)
• DOI: 10.1186/s12886-016-0271-8

Authors: Koçak İbrahim, Koçak Funda, Teker Bahri, Aydın Ali, Kaya Faruk, Hakan Baybora

• Journal: International Journal of Ophthalmology
• Year: 2014
• Volume: 7(4)
• Pages: 686-688

Authors: Koçak İbrahim, Aydın Ali, Kaya Faruk, Koç Hacı

• Journal: Journal Français d’Ophtalmologie
• Year: 2014
• Volume: 37(5)
• Pages: 371-376
• DOI: 10.1016/j.jfo.2013.11.012

Authors: Baybora Hakan, Kaya Faruk, Koçak İbrahim, Karabela Yunus

• Journal: Turkish Neurosurgery
• Year: 2019
• DOI: 10.5137/1019-5149.JTN.24775-18.4

Authors: Koçak İbrahim, Karabela Yunus, Karaman Mehmet, Kaya Faruk

• Journal: Journal of Refractive Surgery
• Year: 2006
• Volume: 22(8)
• Pages: 799-803
• DOI: 10.3928/1081-597X-20060901-04

B. Book Chapters:

Title: Corneal Cross-linking in Keratoconus.

• Authors: Kaya Faruk, Koçak İbrahim
• Book Title: Keratoconus: Recent Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment
• Publisher: Springer
• Year: 2017
• Pages: 163-169
• DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-45357-0_13

Title: Intraocular Lens Power Calculation in Eyes with Previous Myopic Refractive Surgery.

• Authors: Koçak İbrahim, Kaya Faruk
• Book Title: Mastering Refractive IOLs
• Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers
• Year: 2018
• Pages: 107-114
• DOI: 10.5005/jp/books/14282_10

Dr Sasi Yaisawang graduated with first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University and is a recognised specialist in cornea and refractive surgery at Bangkok Eye Hospital.

• Presented her clinical findings at the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the world's largest eye health conference
• Authored ophthalmology textbooks used to train future eye specialists
• Completed a rigorous ophthalmology residency at Khon Kaen University
• Contributes to public eye health education as a dedicated Ph.D. candidate and medical researcher

Professor Mustafa Ozsutcu is a senior ophthalmologist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with extensive training from Selçuk University.

• Specialises in retinal disorders and laser treatments
• Former specialist at Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise includes complex medical retina cases

Dr Candan Karaca focuses on managing complex retinal conditions at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, using photocoagulation to treat delicate vascular eye issues.

• Specialises in managing diabetic retinopathy to prevent vision loss
• Treats yellow spot disease with targeted laser techniques
• Provides care for glaucoma and eye pressure management
• Works within a major Turkish hospital group known for specialist eye care

The doctor graduated with a Bachelor of Medicine from Mysore University in 1996, followed by a Doctor of Medicine in radiotherapy from Banaras Hindu University in 2002. Further enhancing expertise, the doctor earned a Diplomate of National Board in radiotherapy in 2004.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Association of Radiation Oncology of India, the Society for Neuro-Oncology, the Bangalore Oncology Group, and the Indian Association of Hyperthermia Oncology, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing the field of oncology.

The doctor completed an MD in Internal Medicine at Shyam Shah Medical College and held a Senior Residency in the same department. Following this, the doctor served as Registrar in Medical Oncology at Jawaharlal Nehru Cancer Hospital. The doctor completed DNB training in Medical Oncology at Indraprastha Apollo Hospital.

During the Senior Residency, the doctor lectured at the International Winter School of Oncology at AIIMS and presented research on Stomach Cancer at the Gastrointestinal Cancer Symposium by the American Society of Clinical Oncology. The doctor specializes in the molecular basis of cancer and targeted therapies.

The doctor completed an MBBS from MIMER, Pune, and an MS from GMC Panaji. Further training included a two-year fellowship in Surgical Oncology at Tata Medical Centre, Kolkata, focusing on Gastrointestinal Cancer. At Tata Medical Center, the doctor served as a Co-principal Investigator in multiple original research projects. Following this, the doctor worked as an Assistant Professor at the State Cancer Institute and Government Cancer Hospital, Aurangabad. With over 10 years of experience, the doctor has successfully performed more than 10,000 major surgeries and has published multiple National and International papers. Specializes in Minimal Invasive Cancer Surgeries.

The doctor is an MDS in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery with 3 years of experience in Surgical Oncology at the HCG Manavata Cancer Centre in Nasik.

Specializes in oral cancer, focusing on organ preservation and functional rehabilitation. Has a strong interest in preventive oral hygiene and early diagnosis of oral cancers.

Proficient in major maxillofacial and head & neck surgeries and has completed fellowship training in Head & Neck Surgical Oncology from HCG Manavata Cancer Centre.

Active researcher with numerous publications.

The doctor is a highly skilled oncologist specializing in the treatment of various cancer types, including solid tumors, pediatric tumors, and hematological malignancies. She is proficient in both conservative and surgical treatments, such as the Whipple procedure.

She completed her MBBS at Lady Hardinge Medical College and MD in internal medicine from Maulana Azad Medical College. She further pursued DM Medical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, where she also served as a consultant.

She is affiliated with international and national oncological societies and has expertise in lung, breast, gynecological, and genitourinary cancers, with a keen interest in immunotherapy and metronomic therapy.

The doctor is an experienced nuclear medicine specialist at HCG Manavata Cancer Centre with 12 years in the field. The doctor specializes in various nuclear scans, PET-CT scans, and nuclear cardiology services, demonstrating proficiency in radioiodine and Lu-177 RN therapies. Over the course of their career, the doctor has managed more than 30,000 PET scans and treated over 1,000 thyroid cancer patients. Additionally, the doctor has contributed to the field through published papers in various medical journals.

Professor Mehmet Sahin brings the experience of over 30,000 retinal and eye disease cases to the Eye Clinic at Private Koru Hospital.

• Specialises in retinal diseases and anterior segment surgeries
• Holds membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Completed specialist training at the Ankara Training and Research Hospital

The doctor received Surgical Oncology training at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai, and completed MRCS at the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh. Starting practice in 2000, the doctor founded Curie Manavata Cancer Centre in 2007. With 19 years of experience, the doctor has performed over 50,000 cancer surgeries and participated in more than 200 clinical trials. The doctor is a published author with numerous international and national publications. Specializing in Breast and Thoracic Surgical Oncology, the doctor is a professor for DNB Superspecialty Surgical Oncology and Breast Surgery at MUHS.

Associate Professor Ibrahim Tuncer is a highly experienced ophthalmologist who has managed more than 10,000 surgical cases throughout his career.

• Specialises in medical retina treatments for diabetic retinopathy and retinal vascular occlusion
• Published 48 scientific articles focused on retinal health and cataract surgery
• Focuses on retinal vascular disorders that often require photocoagulation
• Holds a record of over 250 citations in international medical literature
• Expertise includes managing complex macular degeneration and systemic retinal issues