Corneal ring implantation Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Deniz Kilic has performed over 10,000 surgical procedures in Turkey. He is a specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir. Dr. Kilic focuses on cornea and refractive surgery. He completed his clinical fellowship at St. Franziskus-Hospital in Germany. Dr. Kilic holds the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma.

• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO).
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and SmartSight laser eye surgeries.
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Dr Sasi Yaisawang graduated with first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University and specialises in complex cornea and refractive surgery at Bangkok Eye Hospital.

• Recognised internationally for research presented at the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Authored specialised medical textbooks focusing on corneal health and surgical techniques
• Currently pursuing a PhD to advance clinical outcomes in ocular treatments
• Fellowship-trained in managing difficult corneal disorders and vision correction
• Actively involved in public eye health education and clinical research programmes

Dr Chayanee Potivongsajarn graduated with First Class Honours from Siriraj Hospital before becoming a Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO).

• Completed a subspecialty fellowship focused specifically on Cornea and Refractive Surgery
• Earned FICO status – an internationally recognised distinction for ophthalmic clinical knowledge
• Trained at Ramathibodi Hospital – one of Thailands premier teaching and medical centres
• Practises at Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital using advanced corneal care protocols

Dr Ahmet Alperen Koc is a specialist ophthalmic surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on the latest refractive and cataract surgery techniques.

• Trained at the prestigious Beyoğlu Eye Hospital, a leading centre for specialised eye care
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Published author on presbyopia corrective intraocular lenses and cataract treatments
• Regular contributor to the Turkish Ophthalmology Association national congresses

Hasan Kiziltoprak is a highly published ophthalmology specialist with a heavy clinical focus on keratoconus and advanced corneal treatments.

• Specialises in keratoconus management using both corneal ring implantation and crosslinking
• Performs complex corneal transplants including DALK and DMEK techniques
• Authored over 40 peer-reviewed research papers on corneal health and tomographic changes
• Published multiple studies specifically on early detection and longitudinal progression of keratoconus
• Practises at Atlas University Hospital following senior roles at major Turkish training hospitals

Professor Fırat Helvacıoğlu is a leading specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with international board certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Holds specialist certification in both Basic Science and Clinical Science Board Exams
• Active member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery
• Regularly presents at the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons congresses
• Trained at Bakirkoy Dr Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital in Turkey
• Focuses on advanced surgical techniques for correcting corneal irregularities and vision

Dr Sutan Kaya is a highly certified ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who specialises in refractive surgery and corneal topography analysis.

• Holds specialised certification in corneal collagen cross-linking and topographical mapping
• Certified in femtosecond laser applications for anterior segment surgery
• Member of the German Ophthalmological Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Completed surgical training at the İzmir Bozyaka Teaching and Training Hospital
• Expertise includes presbyopia correction and advanced scleral fixation techniques

Dr. Peykan Türkçüoğlu is a professor of ophthalmology at Biruni University and a surgeon at Veni Vidi Eye Hospital. He completed international training at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute. Dr. Türkçüoğlu specializes in vitreoretinal surgery and medical retinal treatments. He treats complex conditions like retinal detachment, cataracts, and keratoconus.

• Completed a specialized fellowship in the Vitreoretinal Department at Johns Hopkins Hospital.
• Performs laser eye surgeries including ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and IntraLase techniques.
• Expert in cataract surgery with multifocal and intraocular lens (IOL) implantation.
• Practices at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, an ISO 9001-certified network in Turkey.

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a leading cornea specialist who has performed over 10,000 eye surgeries at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Holds a subspecialty diploma in Cornea and External Disease
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Investigated Keraflex myopia treatments during major clinical trials
• Expert in advanced corneal reconstruction and surface diseases
• Published 84 scientific articles on refractive surgery and corneal health

Dr Ertan Sunay is a highly certified specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who holds specific certification in Ferrara Rings application for corneal conditions.

• Completed post-graduate surgical training at ZNA Middelheim Hospital in Belgium
• Holds specialist certification in corneal diseases, keratoplasty, and corneal wavefront analysis
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Certified in corneal cross-linking and advanced refractive laser technologies
• Trained in ocular Scheimpflug analysis for precise corneal mapping before surgery

Dr. Ugur Yayla is an ophthalmologist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in vitreo-retinal surgery and treats complex conditions like retinopathy of prematurity. Dr. Yayla completed a specialized fellowship in medical retina at Gazi University. He works at a center that serves over 350,000 patients annually.

• Performs retinal detachment surgery and retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) procedures.
• Specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement and multifocal lens implants.
• Provides laser vision correction including LASIK, LASEK, and SmartSight techniques.
• Treats glaucoma using laser trabeculoplasty and surgical intervention.

Dr. Nihat Karakaya has performed 92,000 surgeries at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul. He specializes in retinal detachment, cataract surgery, and LASIK vision correction. Dr. Karakaya is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He treats complex conditions such as keratoconus and strabismus in adults and children.

• Completed his medical training at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital.
• Performs advanced procedures including ReLEx SMILE and keratoplasty.
• Treats patients at an ISO 9001-certified clinic.
• Is an active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.

Professor Akin Akyurt is a specialist eye surgeon who completed his advanced medical training at the prestigious Istanbul University and University Eye Clinic Cologne.

• Holds specialist certificates in corneal topography analysis for precise surgical planning
• Expert in collagen cross-linking and femtosecond applications for anterior segment surgery
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Fellowship trained at the University Eye Clinic Tuebingen in Germany
• Regularly presents research at the World Ophthalmology Congress and European specialist meetings