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The doctor is a distinguished ophthalmologist with 33 years of clinical experience in eye health. Specializing in surgical procedures, the doctor has successfully performed over 20,000 surgeries, demonstrating a commitment to high standards of patient care and satisfaction.

After graduating from Uludag University Faculty of Medicine in 1988, the doctor completed specialization in ophthalmology at Dicle University in 1992. Achieving associate professorship in 2002, the doctor attained full professorship at Harran University in 2009. Memberships include the Turkish Ophthalmological Association and the Turkish Medical Association.

Education :

Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine September 2004 – July 2010

Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics, Residency February 2011 - April 2011 

Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, Residency August 2011 - March 2016

Thomas Jefferson University, Wills Eye Institute, Ocular Oncology Department, Observership August 2012 - September 2012 

Turkish Health Ministry, Hakkari State Hospital, Ophthalmology Clinic, Eye M.D July 2016 – March 2018

Van Yuzuncu Yil University, Faculty of Medicine, Ophthalmology Department, Assistant Professor, March 2018 – October 2021

Van Yuzuncu Yil University, Faculty of Medicine, Ophthalmology Department, Associate Professor, October 2021 – December 2021

Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University, Faculty of Medicine, Ophthalmology Department, Associate Professor, January 2022 – present

Educational Qualifications :

1. International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Basic Sciences assessment in ophthalmology examination  passed on April 2017

2. International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Optics & Refraction examination passed on April 2017

3. International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Clinical Sciences in Ophthalmology examination passed on April 2018

4. Awarded for ICO-STAAR Surgical Three-Month Fellowship in Vitreo-Retina at the University of Kansas, Medical School, Dept. of Ophthalmology in Prairie Village, KS, USA under the supervision of Prof. Radwan Aijlan from April 6, 2020, to July 5, 2020.

5. International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) Advanced Examination in Ophthalmology examination passed on July 2020.

6. United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 passed on January 7 2021 with 221 pts.

7. United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 2 CK passed on August 25 2021 with 214 pts.

Presentations & Posters :

1. 47th National Ophthalmology Congress, The effectiveness of photodynamic therapy on circumscribed choroidal hemangioma, Oral presentation, Ozer MD, Tuncer S, November 2013, Antalya, Turkey. 

2. 48th National Ophthalmology Congress, Clinical features and treatment outcomes of primary ophthalmic rhabdomyosarcoma: Tertiary center experience, Ozer MD, Ulas MG, Tuncer S, Oral presentation, November 2014, Antalya, Turkey

3. 2015 ISOO Meeting, Long-term Outcome of Combined (Perilesional Injection and Topical) Interferon Alpha-2b Therapy in the Management of Ocular Surface Squamous Neoplasia, Tuncer S, Ozer MD, Oral presentation, June 2015, Paris, France

4. 49th National Ophthalmology Congress. Clinical presentation patterns of pediatric Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada syndrome and long-term follow-up results, Kiragi D, Ozer MD, Lider-Gezer M, Oray M, Tugal-Tutkun I, Oral presentation, November 2015, Istanbul, Turkey.

5. 49th National Ophthalmology Congress, Central corneal thickness and optic disc dimensions in glaucoma patients, Bayraktar S, Ozer MD, Izgi B, Poster, November 2015, Istanbul, Turkey.

6. 49th National Ophthalmology Congress, Analysis of retinal nerve fiber layer and choroidal thickness in patients with systemic sclerosis to identify a potential risk factor for normal-tension glaucoma, Ceylan E, Ozer MD, Ekinci M, Yilmaz YC, Poster, November 2015, Istanbul, Turkey.

7. 50th National Ophthalmology Congress, Treatment of age-related macular degeneration with intravitreal Ranibizumab: Real-life experience, Cebeci Z, Yilmaz YC, Ozer D, Kir N, Oral presentation, November 2016, Antalya, Turkey

8. 51st National Ophthalmology Congress, A rarely seen complication of cataract surgery: Endocapsular Hematoma, Ozer MD, Batur M, Artuç T, Seven E, Tekin S, Poster, November 2017, Antalya, Turkey

9. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Nanophthalmos Wıth Macular Folds, Yavuzer B, Batur M, Seven E, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

10. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Clinical Features and Treatment Methods of Orbital Cellulite Cases, Mesen S, Tekin S, Batur M, Duzenli U, Seven E, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

11. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Case Series: Ocular Chemical Burns, Tekin S, Artuç T, Batur M, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

12. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Sensory-Neural Hearing Loss affecting Low frequencies in Patients with Pseudoexfoliation, Ozer MD, Batur M, Duzenli U, Seven E, Tekin S, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

13. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Silicone tube intubation by Ritleng stent in children over two years of age with nasolacrimal duct obstruction, Ocal H, Seven E, Tekin S, Ozer MD, Batur M, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

14. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Cherry Red Spot Appearance in Macula and Alkaptonuria: A Case Report, Mesen S, Batur M, Ozer MD, Tekin S, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

15. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, A Rare Complication in Intravitreal Dexamethasone Implantation: Implant Migration to the Anterior Chamber, Gulbay S, Batur M, Ozer MD, Tekin S, Poster, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

16. 52nd National Ophthalmology Congress, Effect of Coenzyme Q10 Eye Drop on Corneal Wound Healing in Bacterial Keratitis Treatment, Batur M, Seven E, Tekin S, Ozer MD, Oral presentation, November 2018, Antalya, Turkey

17. 19th Euretina Congress, Effect of reduced production of aqueous humor on bacterial growth potential in rabbit eyes, Batur M, Ozer M, Tekin S, Oral presentation, September 2019, Paris, France

18. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Evaluation of the clinical features of patients with hyphema due to blunt trauma, Seven E, Kebapci F, Tekin S, Batur M, Ozer MD, Oral presentation, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

19. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Adherence to drop therapy and the relationship of compliance with progression in glaucoma patients, Tekin S, Ocal H, Seven E, Batur M, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

20. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Bilateral sudden-transient vision loss after central venous catheter removal, Altas AS, Batur M, Sayir F, Seven E, Tekin S, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

21. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Clinical Evaluation of Argon Laser Photocoagulation Therapy in Patients with Retinal Tears, Ocal H, Seven E, Batur M, Tekin S, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

22. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Macular damage due to laser epilation: a case report, Batur M, Ocal H, Ozer MD, Seven E, Tekin S, Poster, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

23. 53rd National Ophthalmology Congress, Phototoxic Maculopathy Due to Extreme Usage of Infrared Illuminator Assembled Night Vision Handheld Scope, Ozer MD, Batur M, Seven E, Tekin S, Savasan M, Poster, November 2019, Antalya, Turkey

24. 54th National Ophthalmology Congress, Internal Ophthalmolplegia after Chickenpox Infection, Gedik AC, Ozer MD, Poster, November 2020, Virtual, Turkey.

Work Experience :

1. Phase II Study to Analyze Sarilumab in Non-Infectious Uveitis (SARILNIUSATURN-Sanofi), Sub-Investigator (Principle investigator: Prof. Dr. Ilknur Tugal-Tutkun)

2. Efficacy of Gevokizumab in the Treatment of Patients With Behçet's Disease Uveitis (EYEGUARD-A&C-Servier), Sub-Investigator (Principle investigator: Prof. Dr. Ilknur Tugal-Tutkun)

3. A Randomized, Double-masked, Placebo-controlled Study of the Efficacy of Gevokizumab in the Treatment of Patients With Behçet's Disease Uveitis (EYEGUARD-B-Servier), Sub-Investigator (Principle investigator: Prof. Dr. Ilknur Tugal-Tutkun)

4. A 12-month, randomized, double-masked, sham-controlled, multicenter study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of 0.5 mg ranibizumab intravitreal injections due to vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) driven macular edema (RFB002-Novartis), Injection sub-investigator (Principle investigator: Prof. Dr. Nur Kir)

5. A Phase III multicenter, randomized, double-masked, sham-controlled study to assess the efficacy and safety of Lampalizumab administered intravitreally to patients with geographic atrophy secondary to age-related macular degeneration (GX29176-Roche), Photographer (Principle investigator: Prof. Dr. Nur Kir)

Selected as an active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association, Young Ophthalmologist Council, 2020 - present

Ponpawee Jindarak, M.D.

Ophthalmologist

Graduated (M.D. From)

Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University

An eye care specialist. Unlike optometrists and opticians, I am a doctors of medicine (MD) or doctors of osteopathy (DO). I have specialized training and experience in diagnosing and treating eye and vision conditions.

Certificates

Certificate of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University

International Clinical Fellowship in Glaucoma at Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Illinois, Chicago, USA

Current Positions

Ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital

Professor Anun Vongthongsri was the first South East Asian ophthalmologist to complete a clinical fellowship in cornea and refractive surgery at Washington University School of Medicine.

• Former Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital School of Medicine
• Performs thousands of complex refractive procedures including specialised corneal corrections
• Medical Director at Laser Vision International LASIK Center in Bangkok
• Directs fellowship programmes training the next generation of corneal specialists
• Graduated with honours from Chulalongkorn University before subspecialising in Missouri, USA

Dr Yasar Dag is a corneal specialist at VM Medical Park Florya who focuses on refractive surgery and advanced corneal disease management.

• Specialises in keratoplasty and corneal diseases to manage complex keratoconus cases
• Expert in Scheimpflug topography for precise corneal mapping and surgical planning
• Published researcher on tear film stability and corneal astigmatic axis marking
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Trained at Istanbul Goztepe Training and Research Hospital

Dr Vivat Komolsuradej is a leading Thai specialist who previously served as the head of the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Unit at Mettapracharak Hospital.

• Heads the Ophthalmology Specialty Medical Centre, focusing on complex vision correction
• Served as the Medical Director of the Ophthalmology Centre at Rangsit University
• Expert in refractive error surgery with over two decades of surgical practice
• Completed advanced residency training at Srinagarind Hospital in Khon Kaen
• Trained at Mahidol University, one of Thailand's most prestigious medical schools

Professor Wiwan Sansanayudh is an expert corneal surgeon who refined her skills through prestigious clinical fellowships at the University of Toronto and the University of California.

• Specialises in refractive surgery and external eye diseases at Laser Vision International LASIK Centre
• Completed advanced training at Toronto Western Hospital in North America
• Serves as a senior faculty member at Phramongkulklao Hospital training future specialists
• Publishes clinical research in international journals to improve surgical techniques and patient outcomes
• Regularly presents at global ophthalmology conferences on corneal innovation

Associate Professor Ali Demircan trained at the prestigious Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital – one of Turkey's most respected centres for ophthalmic surgery.

• Specialises in corneal treatments and refractive surgery at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital
• Certified specialist in eye diseases by Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on advanced surgical interventions for corneal conditions
• Published academic researcher in the field of ophthalmology and vision science

The doctor completed medical education and specialization at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. With expertise in retinal diseases, cataract surgery, refractive surgery, excimer laser therapy, and diabetes-related yellow spot treatment, the doctor has performed over 10,000 Argon Laser procedures, more than 5,000 Excimer Laser treatments, and over 1,000 cataract surgeries. The doctor is an active participant in international congresses across the European Union and the USA, and is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European VitreoRetinal Society.

Associate Professor Cafer Tanriverdi is a high-volume eye surgeon who has performed over 20,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Awarded best presentation by the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Specialises in complex refractive and corneal procedures
• Former Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University faculty of medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and Turkish Medical Association
• Experienced surgical lead managing routine and difficult ophthalmic cases

Associate Professor Ebru Gorgun is a highly trained ophthalmologist specialising in corneal and refractive surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Lectured at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine in the Department of Ophthalmology
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association Medical Retina Unit
• Holds specialist membership with the European Vitreoretinal Society
• Focuses on precise clinical electrophysiology of vision to assess eye health

Dr Theppachai Thammikasakul is a specialised ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital with high-level training in corneal and refractive surgery.

• Completed a dedicated fellowship in Corneal and Refractive Surgery at Khon Kaen University
• Obtained a specialised Certificate in Ophthalmology from Phramongkutklao Hospital
• Graduated from the prestigious Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
• Focuses on advanced surgical corrections for corneal disorders and vision restoration
• Current lead ophthalmologist managing complex anterior segment cases

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in corneal surgery, having pioneered the Arslan closed cornea technique at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Served as President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and founded the Istanbul University Eye Bank
• Member of the Executive Board of the Cornea and Ocular Surface Unit for nearly three decades
• Examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology, assessing specialist surgical competence
• Specialises in anterior segment surgery including complex keratoplasty and lens implantation
• Published over 110 original peer-reviewed articles on advanced ophthalmic surgical outcomes

Professor Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is an executive board member of the Cornea and Ocular Surface Unit at the Turkish Ophthalmological Association. He leads corneal disease treatments at Istinye University Liv Hospital Topkapi.

• Completed a specialised fellowship at Harvard Medical School in the United States
• Recognised as a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSEd)
• Specialises in limbal stem cell transplantation and advanced corneal disorders
• Published 58 international peer-reviewed articles on ophthalmology outcomes

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