Cataract Surgery with Multifocal Lens Implant Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Semra Coskun has performed over 5,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya – one of Turkey's premier specialist eye centres.

• Trained at the Cerrahpasa School of Medicine focusssing on complex ophthalmic surgery
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Published more than 30 scientific papers on advanced eye treatment outcomes
• Member of the European VitreoRetinal Society
• Multilingual specialist providing care in English and several Balkan languages

Dr Theppachai Thammikasakul is a specialised ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital with advanced fellowship training in corneal and refractive surgery.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship in Corneal and Refractive Surgery at Khon Kaen University
• Focuses on precision vision correction and restorative eye procedures
• Holds a formal Ophthalmology Certificate from Phramongkutklao Hospital
• Graduated from the prestigious Phramongkutklao College of Medicine

Associate Professor Esra Ayhan Tuzcu is a highly accomplished ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya who graduated third in her medical class.

• Completed specialist eye surgery training at Erciyes University Faculty of Medicine
• Performs phacoemulsification surgery with focused training in managing complex complications
• Specialises in refractive surgery and advanced multifocal lens implants
• Published over 50 scientific papers on ophthalmic diseases and surgical techniques
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association since 2004

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association who has pioneered original surgical techniques for the anterior segment.

• Specialises in cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation and keratoplasty
• Developed the Arslan closed cornea technique, showing his expertise in complex eye surgery
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Serves as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology diploma
• Founded and directed the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Eye Bank

Dr. Pakpum Pakviwat is a general ophthalmologist at Mettapracharak (Wat Rai Khing) Hospital (2023–2025). He earned his MD from Chiang Mai University (2011–2017). He completed his ophthalmology residency at Mettapracharak Hospital (2020–2023). He will join the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Clinical Fellowship at Chiang Mai University (2025–2026).

Accreditations: Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO, 2022). Certificate in Low Vision and Visual Rehabilitation, NRCD, Saitama, Japan (2024).

Surgical experience: over 1,000 phaco with IOLs (toric, multifocal, EDOF). Over 50 corneal transplants (PKP, DALK, DSEK/DMEK). More than 20 LASIK/PRK. ICL and CXL. Publication: Clinical Ophthalmology. 2024;18:3815–3823 (doi:10.2147/OPTH.S485353).

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a leading ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who combines academic expertise with extensive surgical practice.

• Completed a research fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute in California
• Board member of both the Medical and Surgical Retinal Boards of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications on retinal outcomes and surgical techniques
• Specialised training from the European School for Advanced Studies in Ophthalmology

Dr Alperen Koc is a cornea specialist who trained at the prestigious Beyoglu Eye Hospital – a high-volume hub for complex ophthalmic procedures.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine which is one of Turkey's premier medical schools
• Focuses on corneal health to ensure better outcomes for lens implantation
• Experienced in advanced microsurgery for vision correction
• Handles a diverse range of routine and intricate eye conditions

Dr Akif Saygin is a specialised ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital with deep expertise in refractive surgery and advanced lens applications.

• Completed a dedicated skills transfer course for cataract and refractive surgery
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Specialised in managing complex cases like diabetic macular edema
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Medical Park Hospital group in Istanbul
• Trained at Istanbul Goztepe Training and Research Hospital

Dr Wiwan Sansanayudh is an expert corneal surgeon who completed a prestigious Clinical Fellowship at the Toronto Western Hospital in Canada. She provides advanced eye care at Laser Vision International LASIK Centre in Bangkok.

• Specialises in refractive surgery and external eye diseases
• Trained at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) in the USA
• Faculty member at Phramongkulklao Hospital, training other eye specialists
• Regularly publishes research in international ophthalmology journals
• Expertise includes the latest global technologies for vision correction

Dr. Jinchul Kim is the director of Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Seoul. He developed the Miracle Formula. This is the first lens power calculator designed for Asian biometric profiles. Dr. Kim specializes in SMILE, laser vision correction, and custom cataract surgery. He currently serves as a visiting professor at Samsung Seoul Hospital.

• Completed clinical training at the Mayo Clinic in the United States.
• Holds the ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon certification.
• First Korean practitioner invited to lecture at the IOL Power Club.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ESCRS.

Associate Professor Asker Bulut is a high-volume eye surgeon who has successfully managed over 10,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in surgical medical sciences with a focus on complex eye diseases
• Clinical Associate Professor at the Istanbul Medipol University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association Young Ophthalmologists Unit
• Expertise in advanced lens replacement and surgical vision correction techniques
• Trained at the prestigious Cerrahpaşa Medical Faculty at Istanbul University

Professor Levent Akcay is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully managed over 55,000 surgical cases during his distinguished career at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Performed thousands of complex eye surgeries with a focus on lens replacement
• Published 201 scientific papers and articles on ophthalmic developments
• Maintains active membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in precise lens placement at one of Turkey's premier eye centres
• Fellow of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Dr Patchima Chantaren is a refractive surgery specialist at the TRSC International Eye and Vision Center who holds first-class honours from Mahidol University.

• Completed a specialised course in forefront refractive surgery at the London Vision Clinic in the United Kingdom
• Fellowship-trained in cornea and refractive surgery at Chulalongkorn University
• Former clinical instructor at the Centre of Excellence for Cornea and Limbal Stem Cell Transplantation
• Expertise includes managing multifocal lens placement alongside complex ocular surface and dry eye conditions
• Awarded an Asia Cornea Society grant for observational training in Japan

Associate Professor Yanin Suwan is a specialist ophthalmologist at Ramathibodi Hospital with high-level expertise in multifocal lens implantation and glaucoma management.

• Serves as Associate Professor at Mahidol University – a top-tier Thai medical institution
• Researches angle-closure mechanisms and OCT angiography to improve surgical outcomes
• Published findings on pseudophakic eyes to prevent complications after lens replacement
• Specialises in managing complex cataract cases combined with glaucoma concerns

Assistant Professor Nawat Watanachai provides expert surgical care at Laser Vision, focusing on complex cataract cases and retinal health. He helps train the next generation of eye specialists at Mahidol University.

• Specialises in vitreous, retina, and cataract treatment
• Assistant Professor at Mahidol University Faculty of Medicine
• Published researcher in ophthalmic surgical outcomes
• Expertise in managing cataracts complicated by retinal diseases
• Practices at the specialised Laser Vision centre in Bangkok Eye Hospital

Associate Professor Erkan Unsal has performed more than 20,000 eye surgeries and specialises in complex vision correction at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir.

• Experienced in refractive surgery and premium intraocular lens implantation
• Holds the academic rank of Associate Professor at Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
• Published over 50 research papers in national and international medical journals
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology (TOD)

Dr. Sezen Akkaya is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade. She has completed over 9,000 surgical cases. Dr. Akkaya treats complex conditions like strabismus and cataracts using modern techniques. She serves as an Associate Professor at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants and IOL replacement.
• Expert in laser eye surgery including ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and LASEK.
• Authored over 35 scientific publications in international and Turkish journals.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Istanbul Medical Chamber.