Vitrectomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Semra Coskun has performed over 5,000 surgical procedures, making her one of the most hands-on ophthalmologists at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya.

• Member of the European VitreoRetinal Society, specialising in complex back-of-the-eye surgeries
• Holds membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology to stay across global best practices
• Published over 30 scientific papers on advanced ophthalmic care and surgical outcomes
• Trained at the Cerrahpasa School of Medicine, a premier institution for surgical education

Dr Alperen Koc is a specialised ophthalmologist based in Istanbul who focuses on advanced retinal and corneal microsurgery.

• Trained at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital – one of Turkey's premier ophthalmic centres
• Practices at Valued Med Hub Hospitals using modern microsurgical equipment
• Specialises in treating complex posterior segment conditions of the eye
• Graduate of the prestigious Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Osman Sevki Arslan is an ophthalmologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed three original surgical techniques, including the innovative Retrograde Glaucoma Tube Implantation. Dr. Arslan served as the founding Medical Director of the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 300,000 patients annually.

• Served as the President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Authored over 100 original articles in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
• Represented Turkey as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology exams.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Professor Ebru Gorgun is a highly active member of the European Vitreoretinal Society and specialises in surgical treatments for complex retinal conditions.

• Treats advanced retinal disorders at the specialised Dunyagoz Eye Hospital in Istanbul
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association Medical Retina Unit
• Fellow of the European Society of Retina Specialists (EURETINA)
• Former lecturer at the Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology
• Expert in clinical electrophysiology of vision and vitreoretinal surgery

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a highly experienced vitreoretinal specialist who completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute in Los Angeles.

• Performs complex pars plana vitrectomy for diabetic membranes and recurrent retinal detachments
• Specialises in managing traumatic retinal detachments using high-viscosity silicone oil
• Previously served as a Clinical and Research Fellow at the University of Southern California
• Member of both the Medical and Surgical Retinal Boards of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Authored over 50 international publications on advanced retinal imaging and surgical techniques

Professor Celebi is a Harvard-trained ophthalmologist who graduated third in his class at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's premier medical schools.

• Completed a specialist fellowship at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary in the United States
• Holds fellowships with the European Board of Ophthalmology and the International Council of Ophthalmology
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh ensuring high surgical standards
• Specialises in medical retina and complex ocular surface procedures at Istinye University Liv Hospital
• Recipient of multiple academic achievement awards for his research in ophthalmic surgery

Dr Birgi Sönmezer is a highly focused specialist who dedicated five years to post-specialisation training in retina and vitreoretinal surgery at Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital.

• Specialises in complex vitrectomy procedures and retinal disorders
• Completed intensive surgical training at Istanbul Okmeydanı Retina Clinic
• Practises at Medical Park Antalya – a leading JCI-accredited hospital group
• Served as a founding partner at Maya Eye Hospital
• Consults at the Eye Laser Clinic in Antalya

Professor Yucel Ozturk has completed over 30,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, specialising in complex procedures of the posterior segment.

• Maintains a high-volume surgical practice focusing on retinal and vitreous disorders
• Published 20 scientific papers in international and national medical journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Dr Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Education and Research Hospital
• Completed medical studies at Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine

Assistant Professor Nawat Watanachai is a leading retinal specialist at Laser Vision International LASIK Centre, focusing on complex vitreous and retinal disorders.

• Holds a senior academic post at Mahidol University – a top-tier Thai medical institution
• Specialises in combined vitreous, retina, and cataract surgeries
• Published researcher in retinal disease outcomes and advanced ophthalmic procedures
• Expert in managing delicate retinal conditions at Bangkok Eye Hospital

Dr Esra Vural is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology who completed advanced surgical training at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich.

• Performed over 5,000 successful eye surgeries across leading Turkish and German hospitals
• Holds the prestigious Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) qualification
• Specialises in retinal prostheses and complex posterior segment disorders of the eye
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association
• Authored academic texts on retinal health and innovative corneal treatments

Dr. Pak Jongbeom is the Chief of Ophthalmology at Naeun Hospital. He focuses on retinal and vitreous diseases, such as uveitis and macular degeneration. He also treats general ophthalmology conditions, including cataract and glaucoma.

Education and training: M.D., Kyung Hee University Graduate School of Medicine. Internship, ophthalmology residency, and fellowship at Kyung Hee University Medical Center.

Accreditations: Full Member, Korean Ophthalmological Society. Regular member, American Society of Retina Specialists, EURETINA, Asia-Pacific Vitreo-Retina Society, and Asia-Pacific Retina Ophthalmic Imaging Society.

Publications: Park JB et al., J Korean Ophthalmol Soc. 2021;62(1):109-13. 2021;62(6):762-8. Park JB et al., Taiwan J Ophthalmol. 2022;12:394-408.