Turkey, Eskisehir
Vitrectomy in Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgün
About the clinic
Vitrectomy at the Private Kaşkaloğlu Eye Hospital in İzmir, Turkey, is a specialized eye surgery used to treat retinal diseases. The procedure is performed by Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgün, who has over 25 years of experience and has completed 15,000+ surgeries. This clinic is a recognized center for retina care, holding memberships in the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European VitreoRetinal Society.
Expert Surgical Care
Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgün leads the vitreoretinal surgery department. He is a Professor of Ophthalmology who has spent over 25 years focusing on retinal health. Prof. Dr. Erakgün even designed his own surgical tools, such as the Erakgun Spatula Knife and the Erakgun Snare. These instruments help improve precision during delicate eye maneuvers. The clinic maintains a 4.8 rating from over 60 patient reviews.
The Vitrectomy Procedure
Vitrectomy involves removing the vitreous gel from the eye to repair the retina. Doctors use local or general anesthesia depending on the patient's needs. The surgery lasts between 30 minutes and 2 hours. During the process, the surgeon may use endolaser photocoagulation to seal retinal tears. The surgical team often uses specialized tools like a nitinol flex loop for better accuracy. To hold the retina in place after surgery, the doctor fills the eye with a tamponade. This can be made of air, gas, or silicone oil.
Recovery and Success Rates
The success rate for vitrectomy at this facility ranges from 85% to 100%. Patients typically stay in the hospital for a short time and can return to daily habits in 1 to 2 weeks. Full vision improvement may take several weeks or months. After the operation, patients must follow these steps:
- Use protective eye drops for 1 month to prevent infection.
- Keep the head in a specific position as directed by the surgeon.
- Avoid heavy lifting and intense physical activity during early healing.
Advanced Retina Techniques
The clinic uses modern methods like suprachoroidal viscopexy for retinal detachment. This technique offers a modern solution for complex cases. The hospital serves many international patients looking for high-level eye care in Turkey. If you are experiencing vision loss or retinal issues, you can request a consultation through Bookimed to discuss your treatment options.
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Ophthalmology
| treatment | Price | |
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| Vitrectomy | Price on request | |
| Cataract surgery with IOL replacement | Price on request | |
| Retinal detachment surgery | Price on request | |
| Photocoagulation | Price on request | |
| Cataract surgery (one eye) | Price on request | |
| Cataract surgery (both eyes) | Price on request | |
| Keratoplasty | Price on request | |
| Glaucoma treatment | Price on request | |
| Femtosecond laser | Price on request | |
| IOLs implantation | Price on request | |
| Retinopathy of prematurity surgery (ROP surgery) | Price on request | |
| Femto LASIK (Femtosecond laser LASIK) | Price on request |
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Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgün: more details about the clinic
Turkey, Eskisehir
Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgün runs a specialized eye surgery practice in İzmir's Alsancak district, Turkey. The clinic operates within Private Kaşkaloğlu Eye Hospital. It focuses on advanced retinal diseases and vitreoretinal surgery. A team of four physicians treats complex posterior segment cases and cataract complications.
Key Achievements and Statistics
Lead specialist Dr. Tansu Erakgün has completed over 15,000 surgical interventions throughout his career. He holds Associate Professor and Professor titles, reflecting decades of academic and clinical work. The practice is known for surgical innovation, including the design of custom instruments.
The clinic maintains active memberships in major professional organizations:
- American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- European Vitreoretinal Society (EVRS)
- Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD)
Dr. Erakgün has served as faculty for the EVRS Training School in Ankara. He has also presented surgical findings at international meetings, including at Tbilisi State Medical University.
Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery
The clinic treats retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy, and macular holes. For rhegmatogenous retinal detachment, the team uses suprachoroidal viscopexy (SCVEXY) with cryotherapy. This approach often avoids the need for gas or silicone oil tamponades.
Specific procedures and success rates include:
- Retinal detachment surgery: 85–90% success rate with a single intervention.
- Vitrectomy: Used for massive submacular hemorrhages and severe diabetic cases.
- Tenon patch graft: A specialized technique for severe tractional diabetic retinopathy with tears.
- Cryotherapy: Stabilizes vision in patients with stage 1–3 Coats' Disease.
Vitreoretinal procedures take 30 minutes to two hours, depending on complexity. Most patients return to normal activities within one to two weeks.
Cataract and Glaucoma Care
Surgeons perform cataract surgery using the phacoemulsification (phaco) method. Ultrasound waves break up the lens through a small 2 mm incision. The procedure takes about 10 minutes and includes placing an artificial intraocular lens.
The practice also manages Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) in newborns. The team treats all stages, including plus and proliferative phases. Treatment options include laser therapy, injections, and surgical removal of abnormal vessels.
Surgical Technologies and Diagnostics
The clinic uses surgical instruments designed by Dr. Erakgün for vitrectomy. These include the Erakgun Spatula Knife and the Erakgun Snare, both recognized in medical literature. A nitinol flex loop assists endolaser photocoagulation in advanced diabetic cases.
Diagnostic tools available at the facility include:
- Optical coherence tomography (OCT)
- Corneal topography
- Ultrasound of the eye
- Neuro-ophthalmic examination
- Slit lamp examination
These tools allow detailed evaluation before surgery, so the team can plan anesthesia and medication carefully.
International Patient Services
The clinic serves patients who travel to İzmir for specialized retina treatments. Select specialists share their surgical experience through international training programs. Pre-operative preparation includes a full review of chronic and systemic diseases to ensure patient safety.
Additional services
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Patient reviews
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sebnem anka
Jul 10, 2026
Tansu hocam was the biggest chance of my life. A retinal tear is not well known by the public, but it’s a bypass-like condition of the eye, and many people lose the ability to see… Of course, 13 years ago I was very lucky too—though, of course, I made the mistake at first as well. On September 9, because it was close to my home, we went there first. We met the doctor, and he was the one who was 45 minutes… without anesthesia they burned the tears, but they burned only the useless spots again and again. Even my mother offered her home to the doctor. (I remember the doctor’s name like it’s yesterday, but I won’t give it.) They said they were going to a conference, and with a suitcase in hand they left the students, and I experienced the greatest pain of my life. Then calls went out everywhere, and my vision dropped to 20%… And then one phone call (Jale Dinçer, my routine eye doctor) reached him: “Please come immediately, Tansu hocam. My mother says he’s very young.” My mother asked about the money, because we heard terrifying amounts. “Come right away, it’s not an issue,” the doctor said—and I came out with vision of 80%. The surgery was a huge success.
Such a beautiful heart—on Saturday, Tansu hocam gathered his team only for his patients. And I moved to Ankara; at Maya Göz Merkezi, I went for a routine checkup because of my retinal tear. The minister professor said directly, “Did Tansu hocam do your surgery?” In my eye there is a silicone clamp—no one could have done this. He said my classmate, who is now a retinal doctor, knows—“Don’t worry, nothing will happen anymore.”
I felt immense gratitude toward Tansu hocam, and that day I also experienced an incredible pride and admiration for him too 🙏🙏🙏🙏 Of course, retinal surgery is difficult; it takes 4 or 5 years for cataract-like formation—but instead of operating again and again, Tansu hocam waited 13 years.
Tansu hocam is not only a genius in his field, but also a person with a huge heart who is not tied to dishonest financial interests—someone you can actually recognize as the honest one. And with the surgery I had this week, he brought my situation down to zero; and if I’m writing here for so many hours, it’s because I’m sure that the person who gave me my world at 46 will also bring light to you. Please don’t live through as much pain as I did—don’t crash your life around financially to the sides…
I’m writing so you can be as lucky as I was, and this memory. And once again, here I want to say: you are the biggest chance of my life. I hope you will be as lucky as I was in your life too, Hocam. I know there’s no price for your effort— I know 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Emine Sanem
Jun 11, 2026
We visited two doctors; after paying twice, we had the eyeglass lenses changed. Unfortunately, according to the prescriptions the doctors provided, we couldn’t resolve our mother’s blurred-vision problem. Our doctor, Mr. Tansu, in just a single examination, identified and solved the issue in the quickest way with the right diagnosis and treatment. We are grateful 🙏🙏🙏
Askın Yılmaz
Feb 19, 2026
I come to my doctor, Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgün, for injection therapy. Doctors like this should always exist. During the treatment process, my professor’s hand was so light that I didn’t feel anything during the procedure. I’m so glad you’re here, professor 🤲
Evren Ziplar
Jan 12, 2026
Dear Professor Dr. Tansu ERAKGÜN, medically speaking, you carefully and diligently follow my mother’s yellow spot disease and apply the treatment. He is a doctor who is an expert in his field and very knowledgeable. I recommend my dear professor to everyone who has any problem related to eye diseases...
Good that you’re here, Dearest Professor...
Nazlı Akgül
Dec 16, 2025
For the third time, he saved my eye from a retinal detachment surgery—again. He restored my eye without pain, without suffering. I’m grateful. When no one else would dare to perform the surgery, he did it without hesitation, smoothly, and without any problems. My teacher, my prayers—go with confidence. Bless your hands, and also you’re a wonderful person. Live on, teacher. Thank you so, so much, because I was very afraid. May Allah be pleased with you.
Gökhan Özdemir
Dec 2, 2025
We would like to thank our respected Professor Tansu Erakgün, whom we believe diligently and tirelessly did her best for three years during our mother Dilfiraz Özdemir’s diabetes-related eye bleeding process. We would like to thank her for the close attention and care she showed. Our country needs to make the necessary effort to support and increase such valuable professors.
As for her assistant, Ms. Şennur, she has put in very valuable work with her friendly demeanor in coordination.
We traveled to and from Torbalı with our professor. She is a very graceful person who understands when the patient is unwell and does not hesitate to provide every kind of necessary convenience.
You can go to someone as valuable as this without thinking twice. (It is a real share; for those who want, you can reach her.)
Berat Can
Oct 3, 2025
Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgun was my grandmother’s doctor. My father was very satisfied, and of course I also chose Hocа Tansu. First of all, I trust him a lot. He is very meticulous, kind, and friendly—his caring and detail-oriented approach is important to me. I went into surgery on 30.09.2025 at 13:30. Even at that moment, I called out to Tansu; he said, “I’m here, I’ve started—don’t worry.” The cataract surgery was performed and the lens was fitted.
Mr. Tansu, I’m extremely, very pleased. May Allah bless him—now I can see again. Thank you so much.
May God protect doctors like you, God willing.
🙏 Berat can
Gülüm Sözbir
Oct 1, 2025
Our ophthalmologist, Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgün, whom we visited due to my mother’s yellow spot disease (macular degeneration), is a smiling, attentive, well-equipped doctor who inspires confidence. With both her professional knowledge and her human approach, she makes her one of the most recommended physicians in her field.
Servet Koyuncu
Sep 18, 2025
I had been diagnosed with “sarı nokta” (macular degeneration) at another hospital in İzmir, and I was told I had less than five years to lose my eyesight. So, for a second opinion, I made an appointment at your hospital with Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgün for 16/09/2025.
After the examinations and check-up he did, my esteemed doctor told me exactly: “There’s nothing wrong with you; both of your eyes are perfectly fine.”
From the darkness of a wrong diagnosis that lasted for a year, I suddenly came out—like the sun had risen... I felt reborn...
My endless thanks to Prof. Dr. Tansu Erakgün and Kaşkaloğlu Hospital.
I’m so glad you’re there...
Servet Koyuncu
Olcay Eşmeli
Aug 30, 2025
On April 11, 2025, I was diagnosed with a retinal detachment. The same day, Mr. Tansu performed the surgery, and the result was successful.
I am grateful to him—may God bless him for it.
Alsancak, 1400. Sk. No:10, Konak, Turkey, 35220
updated 11/6/2026
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