Best Cataract Surgery (both Eyes) Doctors Abroad for Australian Patients

Professor Ahmet Satici is a veteran ophthalmologist who has performed over 20,000 successful surgical procedures during his distinguished career in eye health.

• Conducts more than 1,000 eye surgeries every year at his private practice
• Achieved full professorship status at Harran University – a major clinical and academic role
• Has authored 94 peer-reviewed scientific publications on eye surgery and outcomes
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Specialises in cataract removal and intraocular lens implantation

Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer has performed over 25,000 ophthalmic procedures and holds an advanced surgical fellowship from the University of Kansas.

• Completed the prestigious ICO-STAAR Surgical Fellowship in Vitreo-Retina in the United States
• Passed all four levels of the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) examinations
• Uses phacoemulsification with premium TECNIS Puresee lenses to restore vision quality
• Serves as an Associate Professor at Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University faculty of medicine
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Ophthalmological Association Young Ophthalmologist Council

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

Dr Derda Ozer has performed over 900 eye procedures and brings deep expertise in surgical retina and cataract care to Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Completed a prestigious ICO-STAAR surgical fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery
• Published more than 35 scientific papers in journals such as Cornea and International Ophthalmology
• Helped test new treatments for inflammatory eye diseases through five major clinical trials
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

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.

Professor Pichit Naripthaphan serves as the President of the Cataract and Refractive Surgery Club of Thailand. He previously led the Refractive Surgeries and Contact Lens Unit at Rajvithi Hospital for nearly two decades.

• Specialises as an anterior segment surgeon at the prestigious Bumrungrad Hospital
• Completed a research fellowship in retina and vitreous at the USC Medical School in Los Angeles
• Holds a certificate in Refractive Surgery C-LASIK from Atlanta, Georgia
• Expert in automated lamella keratoplasty and complex corneal conditions
• Senior consultant for cornea and cataract lens units within the Ministry of Public Health

Dr Ponpawee Jindarak has performed over 1,100 successful eye treatments and leads the ophthalmology team at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok.

• Completed an International Clinical Fellowship in Glaucoma at the University of Illinois in Chicago
• Qualified as a Doctor of Medicine from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand's top-ranked medical school
• Specialises in managing complex cases where cataract surgery is complicated by glaucoma
• Expertise covers both routine vision correction and advanced surgical eye care

Dr Anun Vongthongsri was the first Southeast Asian surgeon elected for a clinical fellowship at the prestigious Washington University Eye Center. He is widely recognised as Thailands leader in refractive surgery.

• Performed thousands of procedures including laser and corneal surgeries
• First Thai doctor officially certified in refractive surgery techniques
• Medical Director at Laser Vision International LASIK Centre in Bangkok
• Former Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Specialises in using Excimer Laser technology for vision correction

Dr Yasar Dag is a highly academic ophthalmologist who has pioneered practical methods for toric intraocular lens implantation during cataract surgery.

• Specialises in refractive cataract surgery and complex corneal diseases
• Developed a simplified method for marking the corneal astigmatic axis at the slit-lamp for lens accuracy
• Expert in manual small incision cataract surgery for technically difficult cases in vitrectomised eyes
• Researched anterior segment changes following Nd:YAG laser posterior capsulotomy
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association

Dr Wiwan Sansanayudh is an expert corneal surgeon who refined her skills through prestigious clinical fellowships at the University of Toronto and the University of California.

• Specialises in refractive surgery and external eye diseases at Laser Vision International LASIK Center
• Completed advanced training in cornea and refractive surgery at Toronto Western Hospital
• Serves as a faculty member at Phramongkulklao Hospital, training the next generation of surgeons
• Active researcher with numerous publications in international ophthalmic journals
• Expertise includes managing complex corneal cases and utilizing global lens technologies

Associate Professor Asker Bulut is a high-volume ophthalmic surgeon who has successfully completed over 10,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialises in cataract and refractive surgery using modern lens replacement techniques
• Holds the rank of Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University faculty of medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association young ophthalmologists unit
• Expertise in surgical medical sciences with a focus on restorative eye diseases
• Completed specialist medical training at Recep Tayyip Erdogan University

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.

Dr Vivat Komolsuradej is a leading Thai expert in refractive and corneal surgery at Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital.

• Former head of the Ophthalmology Specialty Medical Center in Thailand
• Previously led the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Unit at Mettapracharak Hospital
• Served as the Medical Director of the Ophthalmology Center at Rangsit University
• Performed surgery for over two decades with a focus on vision correction
• Trained at Srinagarind Hospital and Mahidol University's Ramathibodi Hospital

Dr Fevziye Ondes Yilmaz has performed over 30,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, one of the most prominent specialised eye centres in the region.

• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• International member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Certified INTACS Corneal Implants surgeon for complex vision correction
• Holds specialised certification for IntraLase laser technology
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

The doctor is a leading specialist in refractive and cataract surgery, having successfully treated and corrected vision for over 500,000 patients at BGN Eye Hospital. Certified in advanced surgical technologies such as SMILE, LASIK/LASEK, and ICL implantation, the doctor ensures minimally invasive procedures.

With an M.D. in Ophthalmology from South Korea, the doctor actively participates in international conferences as an invited speaker, contributing to innovations in laser vision correction techniques.

Currently serving as Chief Director and Leading Surgeon at BGN Eye Hospital, the doctor plays a crucial role in the strategic development and clinical standards of the clinic.

Dr Chonthicha Charumalai is a refractive surgery specialist at the TRSC International Eye and Vision Center, a major hub for advanced vision correction in Thailand.

• Completed a clinical fellowship in cornea, external diseases, and refractive surgery
• Uses specialised techniques to manage complex corneal conditions alongside vision correction
• Trained at Chulalongkorn University, one of Thailand's most prestigious medical institutions
• Previously served as a cornea specialist at Piyavate Hospital in Bangkok
• Focuses on precision outcomes for patients seeking permanent vision improvement

Dr Ali Demircan trained at the Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, one of Turkey's most prestigious centres for ophthalmic surgery.

• Specialises in treating complex eye diseases and surgical lens procedures
• Completed his medical degree at the renowned Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Practises at Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital using modern diagnostic technology
• Focuses on restoring visual clarity for patients with bilateral lens issues

Dr Omer Kocabiyik is a surgical specialist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental with a high volume of cataract operations performed across several major state and research hospitals.

• Specialises in treating refractive errors including hypermetropia, astigmatism, and myopia
• Manages complex cases involving glaucoma and corneal diseases
• Presents clinical research at National Ophthalmology Congresses on modern eye surgery
• Performs combined procedures including blepharoplasty and excimer laser treatments
• Expert in medical retina and eye disease monitoring