Osman Sevki Arslan
40
years of experience
5
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Osman Sevki Arslan

  • Specialization: Pediatric eye doctor
  • 40 years of experience
  • Speaks:
    English
  • Workplace: Turkey, Istanbul, Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital
  • Prof. Dr. Osman Şevki Arslan is a distinguished leader in ophthalmology, internationally recognized for developing three original surgical techniques—including the innovative Retrograde Glaucoma Tube Implantation. As the founding Medical Director of Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank and former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the future of eye care in Turkey and beyond.

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Anonymous • Hydrocephalus
Turkmenistan
Apr 14, 2025
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I recommend from the bottom of my heart
We were diagnosed with internal and external hydrocephalus in a newborn. While searching for clinics, I accidentally came across the Bookimed platform. They immediately responded to my request and assigned a personal medical coordinator of the platform Olga Romaniuk. Very responsible, always in touch, she competently selected us a clinic florence ningtingale hospital and signed us up for an online consultation with Professor Ilhan Elmachi. After that we were assigned a manager of this clinic for online consultation Alisher, (by the way, he speaks several languages, including Turkmen, which was a big plus for us). Alisher is also very responsible, always in touch, selects convenient for us time for consultation, helped us to hold an online meeting without delays and interruptions. I am very satisfied with the work of Elmachi docor. All questions were answered. Special thanks to Elmachi's translator 🫶🏻. I recommend from the bottom of my heart
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I found Bookimed by chance when I was searching for top clinics in Turkey on google. we were assigned a personalised medical coordinator, bookimed Olga. Thank her very much for signing us up to Ilhan Elmaci (also one of the best neurosurgeons in Turkey). Polite, helpful, punctual ❤️. The Bukimed platform itself is very informative, lots of clinics and reviews 👍
Мария • Endometriosis
Oct 16, 2024
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Hi, I'm Cella, and I’m living in Bali, Indonesia. I’d like to share an honest review based on my experience of finding a medical coordinator, a doctor, and a hospital for my case. I was recently diagnosed with an ovarian cyst and stage 4 endometriosis, which required surgery as soon as possible. I was initially hospitalized in Bali, but the doctor there suggested I look for a better-equipped hospital as they didn’t have the necessary facilities to perform my surgery. It wasn’t easy to find the right care on a small island like Bali. Thankfully, my best friend helped me connect with a medical manager from Bookimed. That’s how we found Alisher, the medical manager and Prof. Dr. A Cem Iyibozkurt from Florence Nightingale Hospital in Istanbul. We arranged an online consultation with the doctor, which was free of charge, I already have all my medical records and MRI results before an online consultation, I’ve prepared everything to speed up the process. and within a week, they scheduled my laparoscopic robotic surgery. Alisher did an excellent job coordinating everything, and I couldn’t be happier with him. Prof. Dr. Cem Iyibozkurt is an amazing doctor, highly experienced, and well-known for his expertise in the field. The hospital itself was fantastic—the nurses and staff took great care of me. I’m really grateful for the smooth process, and I highly recommend them to anyone who may be in a similar situation and looking for this kind of care and has similar situation as mine.
Anonymous • Lobectomy
United Kingdom
Feb 22, 2025
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Professor Alper Toker is an outstanding doctor, professional, very knowledgeable
The team was great. Professor Alper Toker is an outstanding doctor, a true professional, and extremely knowledgeable. His team is perfectly organized, ensuring that everything runs smoothly. The nurses were incredibly attentive and compassionate, providing excellent care and support throughout the entire process. They were always available to assist with any needs, making sure that we were comfortable and well-informed at all times. From the initial consultation to the final stages of care, the entire experience was handled with **expertise and professionalism**. We are truly grateful for the dedication and hard work of Professor Alper Toker and his exceptional team.
Anonymous • Consultation with a neurosurgeon
Uzbekistan
Dec 16, 2024
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They brought our boy back to life
From the bottom of our hearts we would like to express our gratitude to our doctor Ilhan Elmachi and his whole team. We are from Uzbekistan and when we were diagnosed with arteriovenous malformation we realised that this is the most complicated pathology of brain neurosurgery. Our boy is only 17 years old and therefore it is understandable what grief fell on us. But thanks to the clinic manager Florence Alisher, we came across our respected doctor. The operation lasted 17 hours. Two days later our boy was already in the ward. 15 days later we were home. Our boy is healthy Ilhan Elmachi is a high professional. THANK YOU for the sensitive and caring attitude to us doctor and his team and nurses They brought our boy back to life. Such people are like stars in the desert gave us hope. All health and success in science. May Allah protect you.
Zvonimir • Immunotherapy
Croatia
May 15, 2025
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Her level of empathy was touching
My request was for a specific treatment for my condition, which I believe was triggered by COVID or vaccine-related complications. The treatment itself is relatively new and not widely available; however, the doctor Faturanız Hazırdır was open to considering my request, which was a decisive factor in choosing this hospital. Her level of empathy was touching. When I arrived, I received outstanding support from Aliser Durdiyev, who coordinated the entire process — from reception and medication procurement to scheduling the treatment. None of this would have been possible without Hanna Karvatska, who connected all of us who has deep personal and professional connection with people here, and I’m deeply grateful to her, Alisar, and the doctor for their support and professionalism. And special thanks for the empathy from all three people, the teamwork they created to get me what we all believe could be the best treatment.
Open mind approach, willingness to solve the problem, empathy of the team
the medical staff are doing an excellent job. However, I was surprised to find that smoking is permitted on the only available open terrace for patients. It would be beneficial to have a designated smoke-free outdoor area for non-smokers.
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Qualifications

Experience:

  1. Konya-Karapınar Kutören Health Center\ General Practitioner
  2. KonyaProvincial Deputy Directorate of Health
  3. KonyaProvincial Health DeputyDirectorate
  4. Istanbul Fatih Tuberculosis Dispensary
  5. University of Frankfurt \ Darmstadt Eye Clinic
  6. Istanbul Taksim State Hospital\ Eye Diseases
  7. Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine \ Chief Assistantof the Department of Ophthalmology
  8. Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank \ Founder (MedicalDirector)
  9. TOD\ Chairman
  10. Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa - Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine\ First Head of the Department of Ophthalmology
  11. Demiroğlu-Bilim University \ Head of Ophthalmology Department
  12. Florence Nightingale Hospitals \ Eye ClinicCoordinator

 

Specialties:

  1. Vaccinating the child age group
  2. Follow-up of eye eclipse in Behçet’s disease with iris and fundus fluorescein angiography (FFA)

 

Priority treatments:

  1. Anterior segment surgery (cataract + IOL implantation, keratoplasty)

 

Special advanced health technologies:

  1. Arslan closed cornea technique
  2. Arslan covered cornea technique
  3. Retrograde glaucoma tube implantation

 

Leadership and Administrative Roles (Turkish Ophthalmology Association - TOD):

  • Various administrative roles at TOD including:
  • President of TOD IstanbulBranch (2006-2010, 2008-2010)
  • General Secretary (2015-2017)
  • President of TOD (2017-2019)
  • Member of TOD CentralExecutive Board (2011-2013, 2013-2015)
  • Member of Executive Board of the Cornea and Ocular Surface(COS) Unit of TOD (1994-2023)
  • Member of Executive Board of TOD Cataract and Refractive SurgeryUnit (2016-2018)

Research and Publications:

  • Authored 57 original articlesin international peer-reviewed journals
  • Authored 56 articles in national peer-reviewed journals
  • Presented 178 papers at national conferences and 102 papersat international conferences
  • Authored 1 book and 6 book chapters
  • Developed two original surgicaltechniques and the Retrograde GlaucomaTube Implantation technique
  • Served on editorial boardsof various international and national journals

 

Memberships and Affiliations:

  • Member of American Academyof Ophthalmology (AAO) and EuropeanSociety of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
  • Examiner for European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) exams representing Turkey

 

Awards:

  • Received awards from IstanbulUniversity and TÜBİTAK

 

Education:

 

1982

Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

1984

Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Ophthalmology Specialization Training

1994

Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Ophthalmology \ Associate Professor

2000

Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Ophthalmology \ Professor

 

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