Merih Oray
20
years of experience
Merih Oray
- Specialization: Ophtalmologist
- 20 years of experience
- Speaks:English
- Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler
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.
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Jonathan • Strabismus surgery
United States of America
Sep 13, 2026
The second doctor I saw was great, he made sure I was fine and I felt welcomed by him
If you're considering strabismus surgery, here is what my experience was like. I have to be honest, the start wasn't ideal. The first doctor I saw was not the best one; he didn’t make me feel welcomed. But the second doctor I saw was great, he made sure I was fine and I felt welcomed by him. He showed me eye movement tests before we decided on the surgery and clearly explained the realistic alignment expectations, which for me involved adjusting one muscle on a single eye. Throughout the rest of the process, I felt I was treated very well, made sure to understand things that’s were going on. It’s still very early, so it’s too early to tell about the final result, but the care from my surgeon and the staff was good.
Treated very well, made sure to understand things that’s were going on
The first doctor i saw was not the best one didn’t make me feel welcomed. But the second doctor i saw was great and made sure i was fine he also made me feel welcomed
Evandro • ReLEx SMILE eye surgery
United Kingdom
Sep 15, 2026
The clinic was great, the doctor very knowledgeable, and the staff were fantastic. The problem was Bookimed itself. Due to poor assistance and a lack of communication, they failed to sort my transfer after a flight cancellation and then refused to refund the Uber I had to pay for. I had ReLEx SMILE for nearsightedness with astigmatism, but it’s too early to tell the results. The aftercare guide was clear, with little contact since. I would advise booking directly with the clinic to skip the complications.
The clinic was great. Doctor very knowledgeable. Staff amazing.
Everything from the moment I got in the clinic was fantastic.
Bookimed itself.
Lack of communication and poor assistance.
Bookimed failed to help me to get the transfer sorted after my flight was cancelled.
As a result, I had to take a book which Bookimed REFUSED to refund me, even though it was THEIR mistake.
I should not have to pay for their mistake, which is a shame
Ivan • ReLEx SMILE eye surgery
Netherlands
Jun 6, 2026
Being able to see the world clearly really does change the quality of life
I’d like to leave a positive review of the Dünyagöz clinic and Bookimed, the company that helped me find this clinic.
First and foremost, I’d like to highlight the high standard of service at the Dünyagöz clinic. Upon arrival, I was promptly met and immediately provided with an interpreter. So there is absolutely no need to worry about the language barrier — both Russian and English are available here. The interpreter accompanies you at every stage: from the initial consultation right through to the operation itself. This is very important, as eye care requires a precise understanding of all your concerns and the doctor’s recommendations.
I was also pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and comfort of the wards. All the staff are very friendly, helpful and always ready to assist with any queries. Another definite plus was the full board: breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, so you don’t have to worry about practical matters and can focus entirely on your treatment and recovery.
I would like to express my special thanks to Bookimed. Throughout the entire process, you are supported by a personal coordinator who helps organise your trip, answers questions and provides all the necessary details. My coordinator was Anastasia, and I am sincerely grateful to her for her support. She was available practically 24/7 and even helped with matters not directly related to the clinic. It was on her recommendation that I chose Dünyagöz. What’s more, Anastasia herself had previously had her vision corrected at the same clinic, so she was able to share her personal experience.
Now we are both delighted with the result and can confidently recommend this clinic to others. If you’ve been thinking about vision correction for a while, there’s no need to be afraid or put off the decision. After the operation, you realise you should have done it much sooner. Being able to see the world clearly really does change the quality of life.
I wish everyone good luck, good health and nothing but positive experiences with their new, clear vision!
I’d like to leave a positive review of the Dünyagöz clinic and Bookimed, the company that helped me find this clinic.
First and foremost, I’d like to highlight the high standard of service at the Dünyagöz clinic. Upon arrival, I was promptly met and immediately provided with an interpreter. So there is absolutely no need to worry about the language barrier — both Russian and English are available here. The interpreter accompanies you at every stage: from the initial consultation right through to the operation itself. This is very important, as eye care requires a precise understanding of all your concerns and the doctor’s recommendations.
I was also pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and comfort of the wards. All the staff are very friendly, helpful and always ready to assist with any queries. Another definite plus was the full board: breakfast, lunch and dinner are included, so you don’t have to worry about practical matters and can focus entirely on your treatment and recovery.
I would like to express my special thanks to Bookimed. Throughout the entire process, you are supported by a personal coordinator who helps organise your trip, answers questions and provides all the necessary details. My coordinator was Anastasia, and I am sincerely grateful to her for her support. She was available practically 24/7 and even helped with matters not directly related to the clinic. It was on her recommendation that I chose Dünyagöz. What’s more, Anastasia herself had previously had her vision corrected at the same clinic, so she was able to share her personal experience.
Now we are both delighted with the result and can confidently recommend this clinic to others. If you’ve been thinking about vision correction for a while, there’s no need to be afraid or put off the decision. After the operation, you realise you should have done it much sooner. Being able to see the world clearly really does change the quality of life.
I wish everyone the best of luck, good health and nothing but positive experiences with their new, clear vision!
Владимир • Laser eye surgery
Germany
Mar 26, 2026
I highly recommend this clinic
My entire trip to Istanbul was well organised from the very start: the transfer from the airport to the clinic, the interpreter, and the competence of the staff and the doctor. I really appreciated that the doctor calmly and without any fuss explained what was going to be done and which procedure would be best for me. The interpreter was also very good; overall, the examination and operation went quickly (and painlessly). I highly recommend this clinic. For the money, you get good service and, above all, a high-quality operation. Thank you 🤩
The clinic is excellent – I highly recommend it. The staff take great care of their patients. The doctor is highly competent and provided a great deal of information about the treatment and rehabilitation. After a painless operation, my vision had already improved by the evening. A week has now passed and I am very satisfied; I’ve had no problems at all during this time, my vision is good and I’m happy. Thank you for everything))
About Bookimed service
The consultant was always available from start to finish. She responded quickly to questions. Excellent advice and assistance.
Vіktorіya • Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP disease)
Ukraine
Feb 15, 2025
But everyone is happy)))!
I liked everything, the clinic is really good.
The doctor is also a professional in his field.
One minus is that they said the operation was scheduled for Saturday, but in the end it was done on Wednesday, like they postponed it twice.
But everyone is happy)))!
They feed me three times, which is also a plus.
I liked everything about it.
They don't even speak Russian,
It is difficult with the language.
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Qualifications
Merih Oray is an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She treats inflammatory eye diseases and has performed 15,000+ surgical procedures. Dr. Oray completed research fellowships at Yale University and the Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution. These fellowships provided training in advanced ophthalmic care within the USA.
Specialization and Clinical Expertise
Dr. Oray diagnoses and treats complex eye conditions. She treats patients with uveitis, which involves inflammation of the middle layer of the eye. She also treats Behçet's disease — a rare autoimmune condition that causes blood vessel inflammation throughout the body.
Dr. Oray performs ophthalmoscopy to examine the retina and optic nerve. Her surgical experience covers a high volume of cases across various ophthalmic subspecialties. She combines clinical practice with diagnostic techniques to treat chronic ocular inflammation.
Work Experience
- 2017–Present – Associate Professor, Ophthalmology Department, Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
- 2012–2017 – Specialist Doctor, Ophthalmology Department, Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine
- 2015 – Research Assistant and Fellow, Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution, USA
- 2011 – Guest Physician, Yale University New Haven Hospital, Ophthalmology Department, USA
- 2010–2012 – Ophthalmology Specialist, Muş State Hospital, Turkey
Education and Training
- 2005–2010 – Marmara University Faculty of Medicine – Specialization in Ophthalmology, Istanbul
- 1999–2005 – Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine – Medical Degree, Istanbul
Scientific Research and Publications
Dr. Oray contributes to ophthalmic science through clinical research. She has authored or presented over 150 scientific publications and articles. This work appears in international journals and at global medical congresses.
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
- American Uveitis Society (AUS)
- International Ocular Inflammation Society (IOIS)
- International Society for Behçet's Disease (ISBD)
- Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD)
- Turkish Ophthalmology Association Uvea-Behçet Unit
- The Foster Ocular Immunology Society (FOIS)
- Tarsus American College Alumni Association
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