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Best LASIK eye surgery Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

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Anil Kubaloglu

  • Leading doctor for LASIK eye surgery
  • 4.7 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler
  • Professor Anil Kubaloglu has performed over 30,000 eye surgeries and specialises in wavefront-guided LASIK for high-precision vision correction.

    • Uses wavefront technology to map the unique characteristics of each eye for a tailored result
    • Authored over 100 scientific publications on corneal and refractive surgery
    • Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
    • Recognised by the American Academy of Ophthalmology for his clinical contributions
    • Practises at Dunyagoz Istanbul, a dedicated centre for advanced eye care
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Muhammet Derda Ozer

  • Leading doctor for LASIK eye surgery
  • 5 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • 25000+ treatments performed
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Associate Professor M. Derda Ozer DERDA SAGLIK HIZMETLERI
  • Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer is a highly skilled eye surgeon who has performed over 25,000 successful procedures.

    • Completed a surgical fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Kansas Medical School
    • Passed multiple International Council of Ophthalmology examinations in optics, refraction, and clinical sciences
    • Served as a clinical investigator for major pharmaceutical trials with Novartis and Roche
    • Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association Young Ophthalmologist Council
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AUD $1,441 - AUD $1,729
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Hakan Sivrikaya

  • Leading doctor for LASIK eye surgery
  • 4.7 Excellent 12 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya
  • Dr Hakan Sivrikaya has performed over 900 eye procedures and serves as a lead ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya.

    • Member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery
    • Expertise in corrective vision procedures and refractive care
    • Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
    • Completed advanced medical training at the Russian Medical Academy
    • Affiliated with the American Academy of Ophthalmology
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Derda Ozer

  • Leading doctor for LASIK eye surgery
  • 4.9 Excellent 56 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Valued Med Hub Hospitals
  • Associate Professor Derda Ozer has performed over 900 eye treatments and brings a strong research background to LASIK vision correction at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

    • Published over 35 research papers in esteemed journals like Cornea and International Ophthalmology
    • Completed the prestigious ICO-STAAR Surgical Fellowship focused on advanced eye surgery
    • Tailors LASIK treatments specifically to address astigmatism and blurry vision
    • Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association
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Ahmet Satici

  • Leading doctor for LASIK eye surgery
  • 4.7 Excellent 6 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • 20000+ treatments performed
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici's Private Practice
  • Professor Ahmet Satici is a veteran ophthalmologist who has performed more than 20,000 surgical procedures over his distinguished career.

    • Achieved full professorship at Harran University – one of Turkey's established medical institutions
    • Specialises in laser vision correction, intraocular lenses, and cataract surgery
    • Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
    • Completed advanced medical training at Dicle University Faculty of Medicine
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AUD $2,017 - AUD $2,017
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Hamdi Er

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade
  • Professor Hamdi Er is a distinguished specialist who completed multiple fellowships at world-leading eye institutes, including Moorfields Eye Hospital in London.

    • Performed thousands of successful vision correction procedures including LASIK and SMILE
    • Underwent advanced training at the University of California and Baylor College of Medicine
    • Specialises in refractive surgery at the world-renowned Dunyagoz Eye Hospital
    • Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European VitreoRetinal Society
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Fevzi Akkan

  • 4.7 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler
  • Professor Fevzi Akkan is a leading ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who performed the first bionic eye surgery ever recorded in Turkey.

    • Recognised with the Best Surgical Video Award by the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
    • Specialises in refractive laser procedures including LASIK, LASEK, and ReLEx SMILE
    • Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Vitreoretinal Society
    • Completed specialist ophthalmology training at the Istanbul Training and Research Hospital
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AUD $1,955 - AUD $2,284
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Pichit Naripthaphan

  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, TRSC International Eye and Vision Center
  • Professor Pichit Naripthaphan is the President of the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club of Thailand. He leads vision correction at the TRSC International Eye and Vision Center.

    • Former Chief of the LASIK Center at Rajvithi Hospital
    • Completed a specialist fellowship at the USC Medical School in Los Angeles
    • Certified in C-LASIK refractive surgery through advanced training in Georgia, USA
    • Specialises in anterior segment surgery and complex corneal cases
    • Senior consultant for the Thai Ministry of Public Health
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AUD $3,845 - AUD $5,140
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Kim Mi Jin

  • Leading doctor for LASIK eye surgery
  • 4.4 Good 7 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Busan, BGN Eye Hospital
  • Dr Kim Mi Jin has performed over 1,100 successful eye procedures at BGN Eye Hospital, a leading centre that has completed 346,000 vision correction operations.

    • Specialises in precise refractive surgery including LASIK and SMILE techniques
    • Practices at a high-volume facility known for clinical excellence in Seoul
    • Personally prepares and reviews all treatment materials for her surgery programmes
    • Focuses on achieving long-term visual clarity and patient safety
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AUD $1,768 - AUD $1,989
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Sasi Yaisawang

  • Leading doctor for LASIK eye surgery
  • 4.5 Good 8 reviews
  • 12 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Intrarat Hospital
  • Dr Sasi Yaisawang has performed over 1,100 eye procedures and holds specialist certification in cornea and refractive surgery from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists of Thailand.

    • Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) since 2019
    • Graduated with first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University
    • Completed a telemedicine certificate with Harvard University School of Medicine
    • Awarded a Higher Graduate Diploma in Clinical Medical Sciences
    • Specialises in both routine LASIK and complex corneal cases
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AUD $6,527 - AUD $6,527
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Ponpawee Jindarak

  • 4.5 Good 8 reviews
  • 19 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Intrarat Hospital
  • Dr Ponpawee Jindarak is a highly specialised ophthalmologist who completed an international clinical fellowship at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary in Chicago.

    • Trained at Chulalongkorn University – one of Thailand's most prestigious medical schools
    • Holds advanced certification in ophthalmology and glaucoma treatment
    • Practises at Intrarat Hospital using medical expertise to manage complex vision conditions
    • Focuses on precise clinical outcomes for adult patients
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AUD $6,527 - AUD $6,527
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Anun Vongthongsri

  • 31 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital
  • Professor Anun Vongthongsri was the first ophthalmic surgeon in Southeast Asia to complete a clinical fellowship in refractive surgery at the prestigious Washington University School of Medicine.

    • Performed many thousands of successful LASIK and surface laser procedures
    • Served as Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital School of Medicine
    • Established and directs a specialist fellowship programme to train other eye surgeons in LASIK
    • Medical Director at Laser Vision International LASIK Centre in Bangkok
    • Contributes to clinical research on Excimer Laser technology and PRK outcomes
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Yasar Dag

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 17 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
  • Dr Yasar Dag is a specialist in refractive surgery who holds advanced certification in vitrectomy from the Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital.

    • Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital
    • Expertise in corneal diseases and keratoplasty for complex vision issues
    • Published researcher in international journals like BMC Ophthalmology and International Ophthalmology
    • Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD)
    • Experienced in using Scheimpflug topography for precise corneal mapping
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Halil Cagatay

  • 21 years of experience
  • Turkey, İzmir, DrCagatay Eye Clinic
  • Associate Professor Halil Hüseyin Cagatay, MD, is an ophthalmologist. He trained at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine (1999–2005) and at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital (2005–2009). He practices in İzmir and Istanbul. His focus includes cataract surgery, including complex cases, retinal surgery, and oculoplastic surgery. He has particular interest in pediatric eye health, strabismus, ptosis, keratoconus and other corneal disease, glaucoma, retinal disease, and refractive surgery. He routinely performs laser procedures and combined glaucoma and cataract surgery. He also performs DCR, prosthetic eye, eyelid tumor, orbital mass, and trauma surgeries.

    Accreditations and achievements include passing the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma Examination. He earned the Fellowship of the European Board of Ophthalmology in Paris in 2016. He became an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology in 2016. His scientific work includes 33 international and 12 national peer-reviewed publications. He has delivered 74 poster or oral presentations, 4 video presentations, and 3 photograph presentations at congresses. He has also contributed to 2 book translations or chapters.

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Wiwan Sansanayudh

  • 20 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital
  • Professor Wiwan Sansanayudh is an expert corneal surgeon who brings global training from top North American institutions to her practice at the Laser Vision International LASIK Center.

    • Completed a clinical fellowship in refractive surgery at Toronto Western Hospital in Canada
    • Conducted advanced research at the Francis I. Proctor Foundation, University of California San Francisco
    • Serves as a faculty member at Phramongkulklao Hospital specialist training centre
    • Specialises in cornea and external disease management alongside vision correction
    • Actively publishes research in international professional journals to improve patient outcomes
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Bookimed Insights: Top LASIK eye surgery Specialists in the World for Australians (2026)

Bookimed helps Australian patients find top LASIK eye surgery surgeons abroad, collaborating with 152 leading specialists. The doctors in this ranking are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, English proficiency, number of performed cases, and patient outcomes. The 2026 global ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases — including reviews from Australian travellers — and current programmes from our partner clinics. All prices are displayed in AUD for easy comparison with LASIK eye surgery costs in Australia.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#127 years of experienceWavefront-guided LASIKPerformed over 30,000 eye surgeries using wavefront-guided techniques for precise correction. Holds memberships in both the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
Turkey
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#222 years of experienceFemto-LASIK and refractive surgeryPerformed 25,000+ eye operations. He holds an Associate Professor title and completed a prestigious surgical fellowship at the University of Kansas Medical School.
Turkey
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#320 years of experienceRefractive eye surgeryHas performed over 900 procedures and holds memberships in major international refractive surgery societies, including ISRS and ESCRS. Trained at the Russian Medical Academy.
Turkey
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#416 years of experienceASTIGMATISM AND BLURRY VISIONAssociate Professor who has performed 900+ treatments. He uses his extensive research in corneal imaging and peer-reviewed expertise to tailor LASIK plans for complex vision requirements.
Turkey
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#534 years of experienceHigh-volume laser vision correctionProfessor Satici has performed over 20,000 surgeries. His deep academic background as a full Professor ensures a high level of clinical oversight for patients seeking routine or laser eye procedures.
Turkey
from AUD $288
#629 years of experienceSMILE and complex refractive surgeryFellowships at Moorfields and Doheny Eye Institute. He offers a high-precision approach to vision correction using various laser techniques like ReLEx SMILE and LASIK.
Turkey
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#724 years of experienceAdvanced laser and ReLEx SMILE proceduresAward-winning surgeon who performed Turkey's first bionic eye surgery. Expert in multiple laser platforms including LASIK and SMILE. Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
Turkey
from AUD $158
#829 years of experienceComplex refractive cases and C-LASIKPresident of the Thai Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club. He previously served as Chief of the LASIK Center and is US-trained in automated lamella keratoplasty and retina research.
Thailand
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#917 years of experienceHigh-volume refractive surgeryPerformed 1,100+ eye surgeries at a clinic with 346,000 successful vision corrections. She personally oversees all clinical protocols for her laser programmes.
Republic of Korea
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#1012 years of experienceCornea and refractive surgeryCertified cornea specialist with 1,100+ treatments performed. Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology and first-class honours graduate from Thailand's top medical school.
Thailand
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