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Best Relex Smile Eye Surgery Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

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Anil Kubaloglu

  • Leading doctor for ReLEx SMILE eye surgery
  • 4.7 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 27 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler
  • The doctor is a highly experienced ophthalmologist with over two decades of professional experience, having performed more than 30,000 eye surgeries. Specializing in cataract, keratoconus, cornea, laser, and presbyopia treatments, the doctor is also an active contributor to scientific literature, with over 100 publications in the field.

    Graduated from Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine and specialized in ophthalmology at the Beyoglu Training and Research Hospital. The doctor is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

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Wiwan Sansanayudh

  • 20 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital
  • Dr Wiwan Sansanayudh is a highly specialized corneal surgeon who completed clinical fellowships at the University of Toronto and the University of California.

    • Deeply experienced in refractive surgery techniques at the Laser Vision International LASIK Centre
    • Faculty member at Phramongkulklao Hospital training the next generation of eye specialists
    • Completed advanced training in cornea and external disease at Toronto Western Hospital
    • Published numerous research articles on refractive outcomes in major international medical journals
    • Regular presenter at global ophthalmology conferences on latest laser technology
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AUD $6,892
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Muhammet Derda Ozer

  • Leading doctor for ReLEx SMILE 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 has performed over 25,000 ophthalmic procedures and holds advanced international certifications in optics and refraction.

    • Completed a surgical fellowship at the University of Kansas Medical School in the USA
    • Passed the International Council of Ophthalmology advanced and clinical sciences examinations
    • Serves as an Associate Professor at Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University faculty of medicine
    • Acts as an active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association Young Ophthalmologist Council
    • Contributed to multi-centre clinical trials for global pharmaceutical leaders like Roche and Novartis
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AUD $2,128 - AUD $2,128
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Hakan Sivrikaya

  • Leading doctor for ReLEx SMILE eye surgery
  • 4.7 Excellent 11 reviews
  • 20 years of experience
  • Turkey, Antalya , Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya
  • Place and Date of Birth

    • Erzurum, 1970

    Language Skills

    • English, German, Russian

    Education and Experience

    • 1981-1988 Istanbul High School
    • 1988-1994 Istanbul University, Istanbul School of Medicine
    • 1994-1998 Russian Medical Academy, Eye Hospital - Moscow

    Case Experience

    • 16 years of active service as an ophthalmologist.

    Memberships

    • TOD (Turkish Society of Ophthalmology), 1999-2009
    • ESCRS (European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons), 2000- 2009
    • AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology), 1999-2009
    • ISRS (International Society of Refractive Surgery), 2003-2009
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AUD $3,089 - AUD $3,089
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Hamdi Er

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade
  • The doctor is a highly regarded Eye Diseases Specialist with a focus on ophthalmology. With a robust academic foundation, the doctor has completed fellowships at prestigious institutions including Moorfields Eye Hospital, University of California San Diego, Baylor College of Medicine, and the Doheny Eye Institute.

    The doctor is an active member of several professional societies such as the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialists, American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the European VitreoRetinal Society. The doctor specializes in a wide range of eye surgeries, including cataract surgery, LASIK, and retinal transplantation.

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Ahmet Satici

  • 4.7 Excellent 6 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • 20000+ treatments performed
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici's Private Practice
  • 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.

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Fevzi Akkan

  • 4.7 Excellent 53 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler
  • The doctor is a specialist in Eye Diseases with extensive expertise in general eye examinations, retinal treatments, and various eye surgeries, including Cataract surgery with IOL replacement, Cataract surgery (one eye), Cataract Surgery with Multifocal Lens Implant, LASIK eye surgery, IOLs implantation, Transplantation of retina, ReLEx SMILE eye surgery, LASEK eye surgery, and Laser eye surgery.

    Recognized for his groundbreaking work, the doctor performed the first bionic eye surgery in Turkey and received the TOD - Best Surgical Video Award in 2016. He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the European Vitreoretinal Society.

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AUD $1,972 - AUD $3,108
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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 a leading figure in vision correction as the President of the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club of Thailand. He leads the surgical team at TRSC International Eye and Vision Center.

    • Completed specialist automated lamella keratoplasty training in Atlanta, USA
    • Former Chief of the Refractive Surgeries and Contact Lens Unit at Rajavithi Hospital
    • Research fellow in retina and vitreous medicine at the USC Medical School in Los Angeles
    • Expert in anterior segment surgery including ReLEx SMILE and advanced LASIK techniques
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AUD $5,551 - AUD $5,551
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Kim Mi Jin

  • Leading doctor for ReLEx SMILE eye surgery
  • 4.4 Good 7 reviews
  • 17 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Busan, BGN Eye Hospital
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AUD $2,782 - AUD $3,531
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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 trained ophthalmologist based at Intrarat Hospital who completed an international clinical fellowship in the United States.

    • Specialised in glaucoma and vision correction at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary in Chicago
    • Earned her medical degree and ophthalmology certificate from the prestigious Chulalongkorn University
    • Focuses on diagnosing and treating complex vision conditions as a medical doctor
    • Provides specialist eye care backed by rigorous international training and clinical experience
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AUD $3,405 - AUD $3,689
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Haluk Talu

  • Leading doctor for ReLEx SMILE eye surgery
  • 4.6 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy
  • The doctor is a distinguished Eye Diseases Specialist with over 19 years of experience, having performed more than 20,000 surgical cases. With a significant contribution to ophthalmology, the doctor has over 50 scientific publications. The doctor is actively involved in professional organizations, including the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

    The doctor received education from Istanbul American Robert College, Istanbul University, and further specialized at Nice St. Antiapolis University Hospital and St. Roch Eye Clinic.

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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 Washington University Eye Center.

    • Performs thousands of successful laser vision corrections including ReLEx SMILE and LASIK
    • Medical Director at Laser Vision International LASIK Centre in Bangkok
    • Former Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital School of Medicine
    • Trains other ophthalmologists through his role as Director of a specialist fellowship programme
    • Participates in global clinical studies on laser innovation and outcomes
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Dr Veysi

  • 5 Excellent 3 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, CE International Hospital
  • Dr Veysi is a laser eye surgery specialist at CE International Hospital with extensive training from Turkey's top medical institutions.

    • Specialises in refractive corrections including ReLEx SMILE, i-Lasik, and standard Lasik surgery
    • Completed advanced specialty training at Izmir Ataturk Training and Research Hospital
    • Performs complex eyelid aesthetics and oculoplastic procedures alongside laser vision correction
    • Extensive background in laser surgery across major surgical centres like Memorial Sisli Hospital
    • Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine – one of the country's most prestigious schools
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Seung-hun Lee

  • 14 years of experience
  • Republic of Korea, Seoul, Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic
  • Dr. Seung-hun Lee is an ophthalmologist. He trained at Yonsei University Severance Hospital and graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine. He is the Representative Director of Gangnam Brand Eye Clinic.

    His past roles include Representative Director at Gangnam ID Eye Clinic, Director at I Love Eye Center, and Head of Ophthalmology at National Sorokdo Hospital. He has also served as a cataract surgeon with Vision Care (Vision Eye Camp) in overseas volunteer work.

    Accreditations: Active member of the AAO, SOE, KOS, KSCRS, and the Korea Cornea Society.

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Vivat Komolsuradej

  • 37 years of experience
  • Thailand, Bangkok, Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye 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.

    • Performed over 10,000 successful vision correction procedures throughout his career
    • Former Medical Director of the Ophthalmology Centre at Rangsit University
    • Served as the head of the Ophthalmology Specialty Medical Centre for the Ministry of Public Health
    • Specialised resident training completed at Srinagarind Hospital and Khon Kaen University
    • Focuses on precision refractive error correction at the dedicated Laser Vision centre
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Ayse Sevgi Karadag

  • 4.6 Excellent 4 reviews
  • 14 years of experience
  • Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy
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Bookimed Insights: Top ReLEx SMILE eye surgery Specialists in the World for Australians (2026)

Bookimed helps Australian patients find top ReLEx SMILE eye surgery surgeons abroad, collaborating with 117 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 ReLEx SMILE eye surgery costs in Australia.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#120 years of experienceComplex refractive cases and corneal healthInternational fellowship training at the University of Toronto and UCSF. Dr Sansanayudh combines academic leadership with hands-on expertise in the latest laser technologies for vision correction.
Thailand
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#222 years of experienceHigh-volume refractive and surgical casesHas performed 25,000+ procedures with elite training from the University of Kansas. Associate Professor Ozer holds multiple International Council of Ophthalmology certifications in optics and refraction.
Turkey
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#329 years of experienceComplex refractive corrections and senior surgical oversightPresident of Thailand's Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club. He has held multiple leadership roles in LASIK and refractive units, with specialist surgical training from high-calibre American institutions.
Thailand
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#419 years of experienceGlaucoma-related vision correctionCompleted an International Clinical Fellowship in Glaucoma at the University of Illinois, Chicago. This US-based training provides a strong foundation for managing complex eye conditions alongside vision correction procedures.
Thailand
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#531 years of experienceComplex vision correction and SMILE surgeryFirst Thai surgeon certified in refractive surgery with thousands of procedures performed. He established the regional standards for laser eye care as a specialist fellowship director and former hospital department head.
Thailand
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#616 years of experienceLaser vision correction and oculoplasticsSkilled in combining laser vision correction with functional oculoplastic surgery. Trained at Izmir Ataturk Training and Research Hospital and Ankara University medicine faculty.
Turkey
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#737 years of experienceCornea and refractive surgeryFormer head of a major Cornea and Refractive Surgery Unit with over 20,000 procedures. He has led specialist medical centres at Rangsit University and within the Ministry of Public Health.
Thailand
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