Best Laser Eye Surgery Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

With over 30,000 eye surgeries performed, Dr Anil Kubaloglu is a leading authority in vision correction at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in LASIK and PRK laser eye surgery techniques
• Recognised by the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Expert in managing complex cases including keratoconus and corneal disorders
• Authored more than 100 scientific publications in international journals

Dr. Omer Faruk Oge is an ophthalmologist at Lokman Hekim Istanbul Hospital. He specializes in surgeries for strabismus, cataracts, and retinal diseases. He is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. Dr. Oge also focuses on pediatric eye health and ocular aesthetics.

• Trained at the Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital.
• Treats complex conditions including amblyopia and retinal disorders.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

Dr. Arsim Hajdari is the Chief Clinical Officer at Italian Eye Hospital in Pristina. He has treated over 30,000 patients and performed 4,000+ TransPRK laser procedures. Dr. Hajdari is a pioneer in Kosovo for laser-guided cross-linking and Beovu injections. He holds a PhD in Ophthalmology and lectures at the University for Business and Technology.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Retina Specialists.
• Specializes in refractive surgery, vitrectomy, and oculoplastic procedures.
• Introduced IPL therapy for dry eye and TransPTK for corneal irregularities to the region.
• Presented research on Brolucizumab outcomes at EURETINA Athens.

Dr. Semih Urz is an ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He has performed over 35,000 surgical procedures throughout his career. Dr. Urz specializes in ReLEx SMILE, cataract surgery, and vitrectomy. He received the Best Doctor award from the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Expertise includes multifocal lens implants and LASIK eye surgery.
• Treats complex eye conditions such as keratoconus and strabismus.
• Authored several books regarding eye health and diseases.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association.

Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer is a highly decorated ophthalmologist who has performed more than 25,000 successful eye procedures.

• Awarded a surgical fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the University of Kansas Medical School
• Passed the International Council of Ophthalmology advanced examinations in clinical sciences and optics
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association Young Ophthalmologist Council
• Served as a clinical investigator for major international trials with Novartis and Roche
• Previously held an observership at the prestigious Wills Eye Institute in the United States

Dr. Hakan Sivrikaya is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. He treats conditions like cataracts and keratoconus. Dr. Sivrikaya trained at the Russian Medical Academy Eye Hospital in Moscow. He communicates with patients in English, German, and Russian.

• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Former member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and International Society of Refractive Surgery.
• Served in the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Works at an ISO 9001-certified clinic treating 30,000 patients annually.

Professor Ahmet Satici is a highly experienced ophthalmologist who has performed over 20,000 successful surgical procedures during his career.

• Specialises in LASIK and laser vision correction at Private Bilge Hospital in Istanbul
• Achieved full professorship status at Harran University Faculty of Medicine
• Clinical focus includes cataract surgery, intraocular lenses, and glaucoma management
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Completed advanced medical training and specialisation at Dicle University

Professor Fevzi Akkan is a leading ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital who performed the first bionic eye surgery in Turkey. He specializes in advanced refractive procedures including LASIK, LASEK, and ReLEx SMILE.

• Completed over 900 successful eye treatments and complex surgical procedures
• Awarded the TOD Best Surgical Video Award for his groundbreaking techniques
• Holds memberships with the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Vitreoretinal Society
• Expert in multifocal lens implants and retinal transplantations for complex cases

Dr. Derda Ozer is an ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in ocular oncology and surgical retina treatments. Dr. Ozer has published over 35 research papers in journals like Cornea and International Ophthalmology. He focus on imaging and new treatments for vascular eye diseases.

• Completed the ICO-STAAR surgical fellowship in vitreo-retina.
• Treats complex conditions like uveitis, macular degeneration, and retinal detachment.
• Performs vitrectomy, keratoplasty, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Practice is based at a government-authorized center for international health tourism.

Dr Pichit Naripthaphan is a leading refractive specialist who previously served as the Chief of the LASIK Center at Rajvithi Hospital.

• Performed over 900 successful eye treatments to date
• Held the position of President of the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club of Thailand
• Completed advanced refractive surgery training in Atlanta, Georgia
• Fellowship trained in retina and vitreous research at USC Medical School in Los Angeles
• Expertise includes complex anterior segment surgery and C-LASIK techniques

Professor Hamdi Er is a highly credentialed ophthalmology specialist who completed advanced postdoctoral fellowships at three prestigious American eye institutes. He currently leads complex vision correction cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital in Istanbul.

• Trained at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, a global leader in eye care
• Fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute at the University of Southern California
• Expert in ReLEx SMILE and LASIK laser vision correction
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in cataract surgery with multifocal and IOL lens implants

Op. Dr. Yalçın İşcan is an ophthalmologist. He graduated from Istanbul University in 2005. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in 2010. He has more than 15 years of specialist experience. He performed thousands of eye surgeries at Batman Regional Hospital between 2011 and 2015. He worked at Private Batman Dünya Hospital from 2015 to 2025.

At Dünya Hospital, he provided care in cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, refractive procedures (PRK, LASIK, SMILE, phakic IOL), strabismus, oculoplastics, lacrimal surgery, pterygium, and keratoconus treatments (CXL, ICRS). He helped develop the unit into a regional referral center. Since 2023, he has also practiced two days a week at Pendik Medical Park and Kudret Göz Istanbul. Since 2020, he has been active in R&D. He founded a technopark start-up and built an AI-based red-eye decision support system. He continues to develop ophthalmic software and devices. He has several publications.

Dr. Sumet Supalaset is an expert ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He specializes in cornea and refractive surgery. He completed observership training at UCLA. Dr. Supalaset graduated with honors from Chulalongkorn University. He treats complex eye conditions like keratoconus and glaucoma.

• Highly skilled in LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and corneal transplantation.
• Published researcher on refractive surgery in international medical journals.
• Holds surgical certificates from prestigious institutions in London and Japan.
• Communicates with patients in English, Thai, Chinese, and Japanese.

Dr. Nesrin Tutas Gunaydin is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Goztepe Hospital in Istanbul. She has published over 30 scientific papers in national and international medical journals. Dr. Gunaydin previously served as Chief Assistant at Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Kartal City Hospital. She is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

• Holds a certification in corneal transplantation.
• Certified as an Eye Bank Medical Director.
• Contributed to five medical book chapters, including international publications.
• Translated major clinical texts like Vaughan & Asbury: General Ophthalmology.

Dr Anun Vongthongsri was the first Thai surgeon certified in refractive surgery and has performed thousands of LASIK and surface laser procedures.

• Completed a clinical fellowship at Washington University Eye Center in the United States
• Conducted clinical research on PRK and LASIK using excimer laser technology
• Medical Director and co-founder of Laser Vision International LASIK Centre
• Former Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Trains other ophthalmologists as a director of specialist fellowship programmes

Dr. Ponpawee Jindarak is an ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. She completed an international clinical fellowship in glaucoma in the United States. This training took place at the Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary in Chicago. Dr. Jindarak specializes in diagnosing and treating complex vision conditions and eye diseases.

• Completed medical and specialty training at Chulalongkorn University.
• Treats conditions including glaucoma, cataracts, and retinopathy of prematurity.
• Performs surgical procedures such as trabeculotomy, pupilloplasty, and corneal transplants.
• Works at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO-certified facility treating 100,000 patients annually.