Keratoplasty Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Professor Peykan Turkcuoglu is a highly regarded ophthalmic surgeon who gained specialist training at the prestigious Johns Hopkins Hospital in the United States.

• Specialises in corneal transplantation and managing complex keratoconus cases
• Performs vitreoretinal surgery for posterior segment eye disorders
• Trained at Hacettepe University School of Medicine in Turkey
• Handles both adult and paediatric strabismus treatments
• Practises at Medicana Camlica Hospital in Istanbul

Professor Akin Akyurt brings substantial European expertise to corneal surgery, having completed his specialist training at the University Eye Clinics in Cologne and Tuebingen.

• Holds a PhD in immunomodulatory therapy from the Cologne University of Applied Sciences
• Certified in femtosecond applications for anterior segment surgery and corneal topography
• Performs corneal collagen cross-linking to stabilise the ocular surface
• Member of the German Ophthalmological Society and the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in scleral fixation techniques and multifocal intraocular lens correction

Dr Mustafa Ozsutcu is a senior ophthalmology specialist at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital with a deep background in corneal care and surgical eye health.

• Previously served at the Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
• Practised at the Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital department of ophthalmology
• Completed specialist ophthalmology training at Selçuk University
• Focuses on restoring vision through surgical intervention at a major Turkish university centre
• Expertise includes complex corneal conditions and general ophthalmic surgery

Dr. Özer Kavalcıoğlu has performed over 60,000 eye surgeries at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics. He specializes in cataract treatment and refractive laser surgery. He graduated from the prestigious Hacettepe University Medical School. Dr. Kavalcıoğlu sits on several international boards for ophthalmic surgery.

• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery with multifocal lens implantation.
• Maintains membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).
• Is a member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Participated in global congresses hosted by the European Society of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Mehmet Sahin is an ophthalmologist at Private Koru Ankara Hospital. He has handled over 30,000 retinal disease cases. Dr. Sahin specializes in cataract surgery and refractive procedures. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 350,000 patients annually.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO).
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and SmartSight laser eye surgeries.
• Expert in retinal detachment surgery and vitrectomy.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus and strabismus.

Professor Ibrahim Tuncer has managed over 10,000 surgical cases and is a prolific researcher with 48 published scientific articles in international indexes.

• Maintains a high academic standing with over 250 citations of his ocular research
• Presented 28 specialist papers at global and national scientific meetings
• Focuses on complex corneal and refractive cases at Can Hospitals Turkey
• Expertise includes managing pterygium and intricate oculoplastic surgery
• Skilled in both surgical and medical laser treatments for corneal health

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc recently completed a prestigious research fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University, specialising in cornea and external disease.

• Focuses on corneal diseases, refractive surgery, and complex ocular surface disorders
• Researched the corneal microbiome in keratoconus patients to improve treatment outcomes
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract Specialists
• Published 18 peer-reviewed papers on corneal ectasia and macular edema management
• Practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital as a specialist ophthalmologist

Dr. Giray Ersoz is an associate professor and ophthalmologist at Biruni University Hospital. He ranked first in the Turkish Medical Specialty Examination (TUS) among all candidates nationwide. Dr. Ersoz specializes in medical retina and complex vitreoretinal surgery. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO).

• Published over 50 scientific studies in international medical journals.
• Treats retinal detachment, macular holes, and diabetic eye diseases.
• Performs cataract surgery using smart lens technology.
• Maintains an educational platform followed by over 57,000 ophthalmologists worldwide.