Ihsan Yilmaz

Prof. Dr. Ihsan Yilmaz is an eye surgeon. He authored a research handbook on Phacik Intraocular Lenses distributed to 300+ specialists. The doctor treats patients at Liv Hospital Vadistanbul in Turkey.

Specialization and Surgical Focus

Prof. Dr. Yilmaz treats retina diseases and performs vitreoretinal surgery. He treats conditions such as diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration. The specialist also performs macular surgeries for macular holes and epiretinal membranes. His work includes:

• Vitreoretinal surgery and vitrectomy — a procedure to remove the vitreous gel from the eye
• Retinal detachment surgery
• Intraocular (intravitreal) injections
• Cataract surgery using smart and toric lenses
• Excimer laser treatments including LASIK and PRK
• Glaucoma and keratoconus management
• Corneal cross-linking and keratoplasty — a surgical procedure to replace part of the cornea with corneal tissue from a donor

Professional Experience

Dr. Yilmaz practiced in several medical institutions in Turkey and the USA. He gained international expertise at the Vance Thompson Vision Center in South Dakota. Furthermore, the doctor served at Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital. He provides care for hypertensive retinopathy and vascular obstructions.

Education and Training

• Medical Degree – Uludag University, Bursa
• Specialized Training – Kartal Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul
• International Fellowship – Vance Thompson Vision Center, USA

Memberships and Certifications

Prof. Dr. Yilmaz is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO). He holds multiple international affiliations in his field.

• American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO)
• American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
• Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOA)
• Turkish Republics Ophthalmology Society (TROS)
• Istanbul Medical Chamber (IMC)