Ophthalmoscopy Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Yavuz Selim Doğan is an Ophthalmology Specialist currently seeing patients at Optimed International Çorlu Hospital.

Education: Graduated from Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine (2018) and completed his residency at SBÜ Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital (2023). He is also certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO).

Experience: Served at Kırklareli Training and Research Hospital (2023–2026) before joining Optimed International Çorlu Hospital.

Core Expertise: Cataract Surgery, Refractive Surgery, Oculoplastic Surgery (eyelid aesthetics, ptosis, tear duct surgery), Glaucoma, Medical Retina, Strabismus, and Pediatric Ophthalmology.

Memberships: Active member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Ophthalmological Society, and European Board of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Doğan offers comprehensive eye care ranging from routine examinations to advanced surgical treatments with a modern, patient-centered approach.

Dr. Ümit Aykan is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He specializes in the early detection and management of glaucoma. He utilizes multidiode laser treatments to eliminate the need for direct eye intervention. This method is highly effective for patients unable to use medication. Dr. Aykan is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO).

• Completed training at the Glaucoma Research and Education Group in San Francisco.
• Performs cataract surgery and multifocal lens implantation.
• Maintains membership in the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
• Practices at a clinic certified by TÜV NORD for quality management.

Dr. Yavuz Kamil Bardak is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He won the Troutman Award for his research on laser thermal keratoplasty. Dr. Bardak treats cataract and performs complex lens replacements. He completed a fellowship at the University of Nijmegen in the Netherlands.

• Winner of the Prof. Dr. Demir Başar Award for oxidative stress research.
• Received the Best Paper Award at the 28th National Congress of EOD.
• Performs cataract surgery with IOL and multifocal lens implants.
• Works at a TÜV NORD-certified clinic that treats 66,000 patients annually.

Dr. Senay Yilmaz has performed over 9,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and surgical treatments for strabismus. Dr. Yilmaz completed her medical training and eye disease residency at Istanbul University. She is a member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology.

• Handled 9,000+ surgical cases throughout her career.
• Presented research on third cranial nerve palsy at the European Strabismological Association.
• Authored three scientific publications on ocular conditions and surgery.
• Works at a clinic certified by TÜV NORD for quality management standards.

Dr. Baha Toygar has performed over 30,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He is the co-founder and General Secretary of the Black Sea Countries Ophthalmological Society. The clinic is certified by TÜV NORD and treats 66,000 patients every year. Dr. Toygar specializes in cataract, presbyopia, and laser eye treatments.

• Serves as an international certified instructor for phakic IOLs and intracorneal rings.
• Selected as a moderator for premium lens symposiums at the ESCRS.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus and performs ReLEx SMILE and LASIK.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Merih Oray is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She has performed over 15,000 surgeries. Dr. Oray specializes in uveitis and Behçet's disease. She completed research fellowships at Yale University and the Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution.

• Authored over 150 scientific publications and presentations.
• Member of the International Ocular Inflammation Society.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
• Treats patients at a clinic certified by TÜV NORD for quality management.

Dr. Aylin Koc Akbay is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She specializes in cataract surgery and refractive vision correction. Dr. Akbay is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She completed her medical training and ophthalmology specialization at Ege and Marmara Universities.

• Performs laser eye surgeries including SMILE, LASIK, and LASEK.
• Expert in cataract surgery with multifocal and IOL lens implants.
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Works at an ISO 9001-certified center treating 66,000 patients annually.

Dr. Cafer Tanriverdi has performed over 20,000 surgical cases as an eye surgery specialist. He is an associate professor at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. Dr. Tanriverdi won the Best Oral Presentation Award from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. This recognition came from the leading ophthalmic surgical organization in the United States.

• Specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement and LASIK procedures.
• Treats keratoconus using corneal cross-linking and corneal ring implantation.
• Expert in ReLEx SMILE and femtosecond laser technologies.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association.

Dr. Levent Ersan is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He has performed over 20,000 surgical procedures throughout his career. Dr. Ersan specializes in laser eye surgery and complex cataract treatments. He introduced complementary eye medicine and iridology seminars to Turkey.

• Sits on the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ASCRS boards.
• Performs LASIK, LASEK, and femtosecond laser procedures.
• Won first place in biology from TÜBİTAK for eye research.
• Researches echolocation to help blind people create visual awareness.