Amblyopia treatment Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Nam Sanghyu is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Asan Medical Center. He is a Clinical Specialist and Clinical Professor. His practice focuses on cataract and presbyopia. He also treats cornea and ocular surface disease, including dry eye, external eye disease, and tear duct problems. He manages retina and glaucoma disorders, including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.

Accreditations: Full Member of KOS, KDES, KCDS, KSCRS, and the Korean Contact Lens Study Society. Regular Member of ASCRS, ESCRS, and APACRS.

Publications: Scientific Reports (2022) on big data linking air pollution and conjunctivitis. Ophthalmologica (2021) on OCTA after repair of macula-off rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (2021) on blue light and polyphenolic protection.

Dr. Ulviye Askerova, MD, is an ophthalmologist. She earned her MD from Azerbaijan Medical University in 2019. She is completing an ophthalmology residency at Göztepe City Hospital / Istanbul Medeniyet University (2021–2025). Her clinical focus includes cataract surgery with intraocular lenses (including trifocal), medical retina, pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, and oculoplastics.

She has two peer-reviewed international publications (Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol, 2023; Medical Journal of Medeniyet, 2025). She has given four presentations at national and international meetings (ASO & TROS 2022; TOD 2023; TOD 2024; ASO & TROS 2024).

She completed the TOD Vitreoretinal Surgery Unit “Basic Techniques in Vitreoretinal Surgery” Skills Transfer Course in May 2024. She has participated in nine congresses, symposia, and webinars from 2022 to 2025, including the TOD National Congresses (56th and 57th) and the 9th TOD Live Surgery Symposium.

Dr Chayanee Potivongsajarn graduated with First Class Honours from Siriraj Hospital and holds the prestigious title of Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Trained at Siriraj Hospital – one of Thailand's most elite and historic medical schools
• Completed a specialised fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) following rigorous global testing
• Practises at Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital using precision diagnostic tools
• Focuses on paediatric eye care including management of lazy eye

Dr Candan Karaca provides dedicated care for lazy eye at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, a multi-specialty centre in Turkey.

• Focuses on diagnosing and treating amblyopia in both children and adults
• Specialises in managing glaucoma and eye pressure regulation
• Expertise in retinal conditions including diabetic retinopathy
• Practises at a JCI-accredited facility known for international patient standards
• Uses precise clinical assessment to develop individual visual rehabilitation plans

Professor Helvacıoğlu is a board-certified specialist who holds multiple prestigious certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO). He leads advanced eye care cases at the Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul.

• Completed specialist training at Bakirkoy Dr Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital
• Hold certificates in both Basic Science Optics and Clinical Science
• Maintains active membership in the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Participated in global clinical symposiums from San Diego to London
• Regularly updates protocols through the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Dr Sutan Kaya is an expert ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with advanced training from the İzmir Bozyaka Teaching and Training Hospital.

• Holds a certificate in Corneal Topography Analysing for precise eye mapping
• Member of the German Ophthalmological Society (DOG)
• Maintains international standards as a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialised in restorative eye techniques and scleral fixation
• Educated at Akdeniz University School of Medicine, a top Turkish medical institution

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu completed a highly prestigious fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins Hospital – consistently ranked as one of the top eye centres in the world.

• Holds the rank of Professor at Biruni University in Istanbul
• Specialises in pediatric ophthalmology and corrected vision surgery at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics
• Developed advanced surgical skills at Hacettepe University School of Medicine
• Practises at a dedicated eye hospital focusing on complex vision restoration
• Published academic research on retinal and vitreoretinal health outcomes

Professor Yildirim is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology who specializes in complex vision restoration and pediatric strabismus treatment. He holds the prestigious European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma and leads clinical education at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Performs strabismus surgery for both children and adults to correct eye alignment
• Holds a specialized diploma in Cornea and External Disease
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Authored 84 peer-reviewed scientific articles on refractive errors and ocular disorders
• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO)

Dr Mehmet Orçun Akdemir is a highly regarded ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who specialises in complex visual impairments and corneal health.

• Translated international clinical guides on visual impairment in children with Cerebral Palsy
• Published extensive research on contrast sensitivity and visual acuity outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Expert in corneal biomechanics and surgical recovery protocols
• Experienced in managing rare neuro-ophthalmological conditions impacting vision

Dr Ugur Yayla brings high-level expertise from multiple fellowships at Gazi University and SBÜ Zekai Tahir Burak Hospital to help patients at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Completed a specialised fellowship in Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
• Holds a second fellowship in Vitreo-Retinal surgery and Medical Retina
• Graduated from Uludag University with a speciality in ophthalmology
• Focuses on paediatric eye conditions and complex retina-related vision issues
• Experienced in managing delicate eye disorders at major Turkish training and research hospitals

Professor Ertan Sunay is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who completed postgraduate training at ZNA Middelheim Hospital in Belgium.

• Specialised training in paediatric ophthalmology from Zurich
• Board-certified expert in refractive laser and advanced technology IOLs
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Holds certifications in ocular and corneal wavefront analysis
• Regularly attends the European Society of Ophthalmology congresses

Dr Nihat Karakaya is a specialist eye surgeon at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who integrates surgical precision into long-term ophthalmic care.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Trained at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital – a leading medical institution in Turkey
• Focuses on complex ocular procedures including retinal detachment and intraocular lens replacement
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Engages in international medical congresses to apply global standards in eye health

Professor Tuğrul Akın is a highly qualified ophthalmology specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, having completed his senior medical education at the Ankara University School of Medicine.

• Trained at the prestigious Gülhane Military Medical Academy in Turkey
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Registered with the Turkish Medical Association
• Focuses on paediatric eye conditions including lazy eye and strabismus
• Practises at Veni Vidi, a dedicated centre for advanced eye care

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc recently served as a Research Fellow at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University – one of the highest-rated eye centres globally.

• Completed specialist ophthalmology residency at the Istanbul Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Recipient of the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award from the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Published 18 peer-reviewed papers on corneal health and surgical outcomes

Professor Mehmet Sahin brings high-level surgical expertise to the Eye Clinic at Private Koru Hospital – an institution known for advanced ophthalmic care.

• Handled over 30,000 cases involving complex retinal diseases and anterior segment surgeries
• Completed specialist training at the prestigious Ankara Training and Research Hospital
• Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in refractive surgery and cataract procedures
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association

Professor Ibrahim Tuncer has managed over 10,000 surgical cases and specialises in complex vision correction at Can Hospitals in Turkey.

• Focuses on clinical strabismus and amblyopia management
• Published 48 scientific articles on ophthalmic conditions
• Research has earned over 250 citations in international medical journals
• Presented 28 papers at specialist scientific meetings worldwide
• Expertise includes medical retina and oculoplastic surgery