LASIK eye surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 5

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 is a Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO).

• Completed a subspecialty fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery for laser vision correction
• Holds FICO distinction which recognises clinical expertise by high international standards
• Practises at Laser Vision International LASIK Centre within Bangkok Eye Hospital
• Trained at Ramathibodi Hospital – a leading Thai centre for ophthalmic residency
• Specialises in precise surgical techniques for long-term vision improvement

Dr Sasi Yaisawang graduated with first-class honours from Chulalongkorn University and serves as a lead cornea specialist at Bangkok Eye Hospital.

• Recognised internationally for refractive surgery research at the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Author of specialised medical textbooks on eye health and corneal care
• Completing a PhD to bring academic precision to clinical vision correction
• Handles complex corneal cases that require expert refractive surgery skills
• Regularly presents at global conferences on the latest vision correction methods

Associate Professor Chareenun Chirapapaisan holds a prestigious fellowship in refractive surgery from Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary.

• Specialises in precise cornea and refractive surgery at TRSC International Eye Center
• Completed an additional clinical fellowship at the Boston Laser Institute in the USA
• Academic lead at the Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital at Mahidol University
• Expertise in lamellar keratoplasty gained through specialised training in Singapore
• Focused on restoring visual acuity using advanced laser correction methods

Associate Professor Varintorn Chuckpaiwong is a Harvard-trained specialist who leads the Cornea and Refractive Surgery division at Ramathibodi Hospital.

• Completed a prestigious fellowship at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard University
• Holds a second international fellowship from the Emory Eye Center in Atlanta
• Directs the refractive surgery programme at Mahidol University, Thailand's top medical school
• Specialises in managing complex cornea and vision correction cases
• Trained other ophthalmologists in advanced surgical techniques

Professor Sabong Srivannaboon is a cornea specialist who completed his clinical and research fellowship in refractive surgery at Tulane Medical School in the USA.

• Holds a clinical fellowship in cornea from the University of British Columbia in Canada
• Serves as Professor Emeritus at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
• Expert in treating complex corneal conditions that impact vision correction outcomes
• Focuses on precise refractive surgery techniques for long-term patient clarity
• Recognised as a leading academic authority in Thai ophthalmology

Dr. Fırat Helvacıoğlu has performed over 20,000 eye surgeries at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics. He specializes in cataract surgery and corrective laser procedures in Istanbul. Dr. Helvacıoğlu passed the board exams from the International Council of Ophthalmology. He works at a clinic that performs over 50,000 eye surgeries annually.

• Certified in basic and clinical sciences by the International Council of Ophthalmology.
• Treats complex conditions including keratoconus, strabismus, and retinal detachment.
• Maintains membership in the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Provides laser treatments including LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and IntraLase techniques.

Dr Sutan Kaya is a high-volume eye surgeon who has performed over 45,000 surgeries throughout his career.

• Holds specialist certification in LASIK applications and corneal topography analysis
• Practises at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, a dedicated centre for ophthalmology
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Expertise in Femtosecond applications for modern anterior segment surgery
• Recognised by the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist who has performed over 10,000 successful eye surgeries at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Holds membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Specialises in advanced laser techniques including LASIK, SMILE, and femtosecond procedures
• Earned the Cornea and External Disease Subspecialty Diploma for complex ocular cases
• Awarded second place for best clinical poster at the ESCRS conference in London
• Published over 80 peer-reviewed articles and trains the next generation of eye surgeons

Dr. Mehmet Orçun Akdemir is an ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul. He specializes in cornea treatments, including keratoconus management and complex keratoplasty procedures. He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association. Dr. Akdemir works at an ISO 9001 certified center that treats 50,000 patients annually.

• Published over 40 articles in national and international peer-refereed journals.
• Expert in DALK, PKP, and DSAEK corneal transplant techniques.
• Performs glaucoma surgery, including trabeculectomy and Ahmed valve implantation.
• Translated four medical textbooks on ophthalmology and glaucoma care.

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu is a leading ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who completed a prestigious fellowship at the Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute.

• Holds the rank of Professor at Biruni University in Istanbul
• Published over 100 scientific articles in international peer-reviewed journals
• Specialises in refractive surgery and complex retinal disorders
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's premier medical schools