Cataract surgery (one eye) Doctors Abroad — Page 4

Dr Digdem Begendi specialise in precision eye procedures using femtosecond laser technology at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Specialises in laser-assisted surgery including intraLase and laser iridotomy techniques
• Published researcher in peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals regarding clinical findings
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Akdeniz University and Istanbul Bilim University School of Medicine
• Uses laser technology to improve surgical accuracy and patient recovery times

Professor Levent Akcay is a high-volume ophthalmologist who has performed over 55,000 surgical procedures during his career at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in complex microsurgery and ophthalmic plastic surgery
• Maintains an active membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Published 201 scientific papers and articles on eye health
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Trained at the Dr Lutfi Kirdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Professor Yoonjung Jo is a certified Zeiss Smile Excellent Surgeon who leads the Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Gangnam. She specialises in tailored vision correction and complex astigmatism management for cataract patients.

• Regular Member of the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO)
• Specialises in one-to-one customised surgical planning for precise vision outcomes
• Member of both the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Former clinical faculty member and Visiting Professor at Hallym University Medical Center
• Recognised specialist in combining refractive correction with primary eye surgery

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a highly regarded ophthalmic surgeon who has pioneered his own surgical techniques for corneal and anterior segment procedures. He currently serves as the Eye Clinic Coordinator at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and leading authority in cataract surgery
• Developed the Arslan closed cornea and covered cornea surgical techniques
• Executive board member for the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Founded the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank and served as its medical director
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology diploma

Professor Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli completed specialised phaco surgery training at the Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute in Florida – consistently ranked as the top ophthalmology hospital in the United States.

• Trained in refractive surgery at the Moscow University Eye Institute
• Specialises in precise lens replacement using modern phacoemulsification techniques
• Directs the Ophthalmology Department at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Focuses on restoring visual clarity for patients with complex cataract cases

Dr Yucel Ozturk has completed over 30,000 surgical cases – a massive volume of experience at the renowned Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in refractive and cataract procedures at a leading specialist eye centre
• Published 20 scientific papers in national and international medical journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at major Turkish education and research hospitals in Kartal and Haydarpasa

Associate Professor Yanin Suwan is a specialist glaucoma and cataract surgeon based at Bangkok Eye Hospital. She leads research and clinical training at Mahidol University, one of Thailand's most prestigious medical institutions.

• Specialises in managing complex cataract cases involving glaucoma
• Expert in treating angle-closure mechanisms using the latest ophthalmic research
• Serves as Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Published researcher focusing on OCT angiography and ocular imaging
• Expertise in identifying rare intraocular complications to ensure surgical safety

Associate Professor Asker Bulut is a highly active eye surgeon who has performed over 10,000 successful surgical cases at Istanbul Medipol University Sefakoy Hospital.

• Specialises in surgical medical sciences with a focus on complex eye diseases
• Holds the rank of Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association’s Young Ophthalmologists Unit
• Completed specialist training in the Department of Surgical Medical Sciences
• Active member of the Turkish Medical Association

Dr Ugur Yayla is a highly specialised ophthalmologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital with advanced fellowship training in vitreo-retinal surgery.

• Completed a medical retina fellowship at Gazi University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialised in retinopathy of prematurity at SBÜ Zekai Tahir Burak hospital
• Managed complex eye cases at Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital
• Focuses on surgical solutions for both routine and high-risk eye conditions

Assistant Professor Nawat Watanachai is a specialist ophthalmologist leading eye care at the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital.

• Specialises in complex cataract treatment and vitreoretinal surgery
• Holds a senior academic post at Mahidol University, a top Thai medical school
• Published researcher in retinal disease outcomes and ophthalmic surgical techniques
• Focuses on restoring vision through combined cataract and retinal care

Associate Professor Deniz Kilic is a highly credentialed ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed over 10,000 surgical cases. He holds the prestigious Fellowship of the International Council of Ophthalmology and practices at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır.

• Completed a specialised Cornea and Refractive Surgery Fellowship at St. Franziskus-Hospital in Germany
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Recognised Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Holds the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma from Paris
• Expert in toric lens applications for correcting astigmatism during cataract removal

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc recently completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute, the top-ranked eye centre in the United States.

• Specialises in cataract surgery and complex corneal diseases
• Published clinical research in phacoemulsification surgery and topical anaesthesia
• Recipient of the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award from the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expertise includes managing diabetic macular oedema and corneal ectasia

Associate Professor Erkan Unsal has completed more than 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır – a major centre for ophthalmology.

• Specialised training from Ege University and Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Maintains international standards as a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Contributed to medical research with over 50 national and international publications
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Focuses on precision outcomes for vision correction and ocular health