Retinal detachment surgery Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Professor Arslan is a leading authority in ophthalmic microsurgery, having pioneered two original surgical techniques and founded the Cerrahpasa Eye Bank.

• Developed the Arslan closed and covered cornea techniques for complex ocular repairs
• Served as President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Represents Turkey as an official examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology
• Specialises in managing Behçet's disease complications and anterior segment reconstruction
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr. Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is an ophthalmologist at İstinye University Liv Hospital Topkapı. He completed a glaucoma fellowship at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Celebi authored over 50 international articles and 15 books. He ranked 11th out of all medical graduates in Turkey's specialty exam.

• Specializes in scarless endoscopic lacrimal surgery and limbal stem cell transplantation.
• Performs minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and seton implant procedures.
• Hold certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) and FEBO.
• Manages myopia progression in children using specialized lenses.

Dr Birgi Sönmezer is a highly focused specialist who spent five years in dedicated post-specialisation training within a Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery Clinic.

• Completed advanced medical training at the prestigious Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on vitreoretinal surgery for complex retinal cases at Medical Park Antalya
• Maintained a long-term clinical focus on retinal health across major specialised eye centres
• Brings technical expertise in laser-assisted eye procedures and retinal repair techniques
• Experienced in managing high-volume cases within dedicated ophthalmology hospital branches

Dr. Akif Saygin is an ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in cataract surgery and refractive treatments. Dr. Saygin is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. He earned his medical degree from Akdeniz University and completed his specialization in Istanbul.

• Performs cataract surgery with IOL replacement and multifocal lens implantation.
• Treats complex eye conditions including keratoconus, glaucoma, and uveitis.
• Specializes in retinal detachment surgery and corneal transplants.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.

Dr. Yusuf Yildirim is an ophthalmologist who has performed 10,000+ cataract surgeries. He practices at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital in Istanbul. Dr. Yildirim holds the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma. He treats complex eye conditions using advanced corneal transplantation techniques like DALK and DMEK.

• Specializes in refractive surgeries including LASIK, SMILE, and phakic IOLs.
• Holds International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO) certification.
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
• Authored over 80 peer-reviewed articles on ocular surface and corneal surgery.

Dr Yoonjung Jo is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Director at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic who is officially recognised as a ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon. She specialises in complex vision correction and surgical planning for external eye health.

• Holds a clinical faculty role as Visiting Professor at Hallym University Medical Center
• Maintains full membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Active member of the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO)
• Collaborates with the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Trained at the Hallym University Medical Center for specialist ophthalmology residency

Dr Ugur Yayla is a dedicated specialist at Medipol University Pendik Hospital who holds a targeted fellowship in Vitreo-Retinal Surgery from Gazi University.

• Specialises in medical retina and complex surgical repairs
• Completed a second fellowship in Retinopathy of Prematurity at Zekai Tahir Burak Hospital
• Experienced in treating fragile retinal conditions in both adults and infants
• Trained at Uludag University, a respected Turkish centre for ophthalmology
• Focuses on precise surgical techniques for delicate retinal reattachment

Assistant Professor Ugur Tunc recently completed a prestigious clinical fellowship at the Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University – consistently ranked as a top US eye hospital.

• Treats retinal diseases and complex macular conditions at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital
• Recipient of the Young Ophthalmologist Science Award from the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Published 18 peer-reviewed research papers on surgical outcomes and ocular surface health
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Cataract Specialists

Professor Yucel Ozturk has performed over 30,000 surgical cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital, focusing on some of the most complex eye conditions.

• Specialises in vitreoretinal surgery for heavy re-attachments
• Maintains a high volume surgical practice in Istanbul
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published 20 scientific papers on national and international levels
• Completed advanced training at Dr Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Education and Research Hospital

Dr. Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli is an ophthalmologist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in laser refractive surgery and phacoemulsification for cataract treatment. Dr. Cekmeceli completed specialized surgical training at the Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute in Florida. He also studied refractive techniques at Moscow University Eye Institute.

• Performs complex retinal detachment surgery and corneal transplants.
• Treats conditions including strabismus, uveitis, and vitreous body destruction.
• Is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital featuring a dedicated stroke center and 420 beds.

Dr. Sungwon Cho is the Director of Ophthalmology at Samsung Miracle Eye Clinic in Seoul. He is a certified ZEISS SMILE Excellent Surgeon focusing on vision correction. He has performed over 9,000 surgical procedures. Dr. Cho earned his degree from Boston University and trained at Korea University.

• Specializes in SMILE, LASIK, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Holds full memberships in the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ASCRS.
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Served as a former director at Blue World Eye Clinic.