Best Laser Eye Surgery Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

Dr Yasar Dag focuses on refractive and cataract surgery, bringing extensive academic insight into corneal diseases and tear film health.

• Specialises in refractive surgery, corneal diseases, and keratoplasty
• Developed a practical method for toric intraocular lens implantation to correct astigmatism
• Published research on hybrid break-up time tests for evaluating eye health
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD)
• Completed specialised vitrectomy training at Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital

The doctor is an experienced ophthalmologist specializing in various eye surgeries, including ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, Laser, LASEK, and Cataract Surgery with Multifocal Lens Implant. With over 15,000 cases handled, the doctor has made significant contributions to the field.

The doctor graduated from Marmara University Medical Faculty in 2002 and specialized at Beyoglu Eye Hospital in 2007, achieving Associate Professorship there in 2015.

The doctor is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association and served as a Board Member of the Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery at TOA from 2019 to 2020.

Dr Vivat Komolsuradej is a leading Thai specialist in refractive error correction who previously headed the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Unit at Wat Rai Khing Hospital.

• Served as the Medical Director of the Ophthalmology Centre at Rangsit University
• Former head of the Ophthalmology Specialty Medical Centre for the Thai Ministry of Public Health
• Specialises in laser-based vision correction and corneal surgery techniques
• Completed advanced residency training at Srinagarind Hospital medical faculty
• Experienced medical lecturer who has trained other ophthalmologists in refractive surgical methods

Dr. Seung-soo Han is an ophthalmology specialist and the Representative Director of Gangnam Brand Eye Center. He previously served as Director of Haneul Eye Clinic. He was also Head of Ophthalmology at Suncheon Medical Center and Yeongam Hospital. He worked as an ophthalmology specialist at NHIS Ilsan Hospital and at Yonsei University Severance Hospital. He completed medical training at Emory University in the United States. He graduated from Yonsei University College of Medicine. He holds a master’s degree in hospital management from the Yonsei University Graduate School of Public Health.

Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS), the Korean Ophthalmological Society (KOS), the Korean Optometry Society, the Korean Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (KSCRS), and the Korea Cornea Society.

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.