Laser iridotomy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr Theppachai Thammikasakul is a specialist ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital with advanced fellowship training in corneal and refractive surgery from Khonkaen University.

• Completed his medical degree at the prestigious Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
• Holds an Ophthalmology Certificate from Phramongkutklao Hospital
• Specialises in precise laser applications for corneal and refractive conditions
• Provides expert care for complex ocular pressure management within a modern hospital setting

Professor Osman Sevki Arslan is a leading authority in glaucoma and anterior segment surgery who pioneered the innovative retrograde glaucoma tube implantation technique.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and head of major university eye departments
• Founder and Medical Director of the Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Eye Bank
• Serves as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO)
• Published over 100 research articles in peer-reviewed medical journals worldwide
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Associate Professor Ebru Gorgun is a highly regarded ophthalmology specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, Turkey’s largest eye care network. She focuses on complex retinal health and surgical interventions for glaucoma management.

• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Served as a lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association Medical Retina Unit
• Holds international membership with the European Vitreoretinal Society
• Specialises in clinical electrophysiology of vision and retinal care

Professor Zeynep Alkin is a distinguished ophthalmology specialist with advanced research training from the Doheny Eye Institute at the University of Southern California.

• Specialises in anterior segment morphology and laser applications for glaucoma and retinal conditions
• Former Assistant Professor at Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Published extensive research on laser trabeculoplasty and pupil diameter changes after laser therapy
• Executive member of both the Medical and Surgical Retinal Boards of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society

Dr Alperen Koc is a seasoned cornea specialist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals who has mastered a wide array of ophthalmic procedures.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine – one of Turkey's most prestigious medical schools
• Completed specialist post-graduate training at the high-volume Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Maintains a focus on complex corneal health and eye pressure management
• Practises at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul

Dr Candan Karaca focuses on managing complex eye conditions at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, specialising in precise treatments for glaucoma and eye pressure regulation.

• Specialises in managing glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy
• Treats macular degeneration and yellow spot disease
• Practices at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals – a major regional medical centre
• Focuses on vision preservation for patients with high intraocular pressure

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 Helvacıoğlu is a leading specialist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with international board certification from the International Council of Ophthalmology.

• Holds specialist certification in both Basic Science and Clinical Science from the ICO
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Regularly attends international symposiums in London and France to stay updated on eye surgery protocols
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Expertly trained at Marmara University School of Medicine

Dr. Sutan Kaya is an ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul. He has performed over 45,000 eye surgeries. He specializes in LASIK, refractive surgery, and cataract treatment. Dr. Kaya is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

• Certified in presbyopia correction using multifocal intraocular lenses.
• Expert in femtosecond applications for anterior segment surgery.
• Maintains membership in the German Ophthalmological Society.
• Works at an ISO 9001-certified clinic by TÜV NORD CERT.

Professor Yusuf Yildirim is a highly credentialed ophthalmologist who holds the prestigious European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma. He currently serves as a Clinical Educator at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology with specialised cornea diplomas
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
• Published 84 peer-reviewed articles on refractive errors and ocular surface disorders
• Specialises in glaucoma surgery and laser trabeculoplasty techniques
• Award-winning researcher recognised by the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Professor Akdemir is a distinguished ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics who has authored over 20 international peer-reviewed articles on complex eye conditions and surgical outcomes.

• Specialises in managing diverse glaucoma cases, including those requiring Ahmed glaucoma valve implantation
• Extensive academic background with multiple published studies on ocular biomechanics and corneal thickness
• Translated several major international medical texts on glaucoma management and paediatric vision impairment
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association