Best Ophthalmology Doctors in Istanbul

20,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Ersan is one of Turkey's most experienced ophthalmologists at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital.

• Specialized in cataract and refractive surgery techniques
• Member of ESCRS and ASCRS – leading international ophthalmology societies
• Pioneered Eye and Complementary Medicine seminars in Turkey
• Published research on glaucoma diagnosis techniques
• Trained at Hacettepe University – Turkey's top medical school

Dr. Duygu Tez specializes in strabismus treatment and oculoplastic surgery with 36 years of experience, trained at New York University Mount Sinai Hospital.

• Expert in Botox applications for eye conditions
• Specializes in pediatric and adult strabismus cases
• Published research on astigmatism and keratoconus
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

20,000+ surgical cases – Dr. Talu is a leading cataract and refractive surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital with 25 years of specialized practice.

• Performs 1,100+ cataract procedures annually with precision techniques
• Specializes in LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and advanced refractive surgeries
• Fellowship-trained at Nice St. Antiapolis University Hospital in France
• Published 50+ scientific papers on ophthalmology advancements
• Active member of ASCRS and Turkish ophthalmology societies

Prof. Hazirolan specializes in retina and uvea conditions at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, with international training at Berlin's Charité.

• Over 22 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Expert in retina diseases and anti-VEGF treatments
• Published research on pachychoroid neovasculopathy and macular degeneration
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society's Medical Retina & Uvea sections

Specializes in intraLase and femtosecond laser eye surgery – Dr. Begendi combines precision with research-backed techniques at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Expert in laser iridotomy for vitreous body destruction
• Published researcher in peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Graduated from Istanbul Bilim University School of Medicine

Prof. Arslan pioneered two original cornea techniques – the Arslan closed and covered methods – and leads the Eye Clinic at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Developed Retrograde Glaucoma Tube Implantation technique
• Published 57 international research papers in ophthalmology
• Founder of Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank

Dr. Ayse Yesim Oral is a specialized ophthalmologist with over 76 years of experience, focusing on strabismus and pediatric eye conditions at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital.

• Active member of the Strabismus Unit of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published multiple studies on pediatric cataracts and refractive errors
• Instructor at national ophthalmology congresses on strabismus examination techniques
• Trained at Istanbul University's Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine for specialist ophthalmology

Professor Zeynep Alkin specializes in retinal conditions with advanced training at USC's Doheny Eye Institute – one of America's top eye centers.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with 29 years of experience
• Expert in vitreoretinal surgery and advanced retinal imaging
• Published 50+ research papers on macular diseases
• Professor at Biruni University's ophthalmology department

Dr. Alperen Koc has performed 1,100+ ophthalmic treatments, specializing in cornea and complex eye conditions at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

• Cornea specialist with over 14 years of experience
• Trained at Beyoğlu Eye Hospital – a leading eye care center
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Former Senior Lecturer at Yeniyuzyıl University

Dr. Yucel Ozturk is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy. He has performed over 30,000 surgical cases. Dr. Ozturk treats complex eye conditions like optic nerve atrophy and cataracts. He works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 50,000 patients annually.

• Specializes in vitrectomy, keratoplasty, and retinal detachment surgery.
• Authored 20 international and national scientific publications.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Performs cataract surgery with IOL replacement and phacoemulsification.

10,000+ surgical cases performed – Dr. Bulut specializes in cataract surgery at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital Istanbul Ataköy.

• Associate Professor of Eye Diseases at Istanbul Medipol University
• Trained in surgical techniques at Recep Tayyip Erdoğan University
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• 16 years of experience in ophthalmology

Specializes in cataract and refractive surgery with ESCRS training – Dr. Saygin brings precision techniques to VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• 15 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Expert in diabetic macular edema and laser treatments
• Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Completed specialized courses in advanced cataract techniques

55,000+ eye surgeries performed over 26 years – Dr. Akcay is one of Turkey's most experienced ophthalmologists at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialized in ophthalmology at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Published 201 scientific papers on eye treatments
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society
• Fluent in English for international patients

Dr. Koc specializes in advanced refractive eye surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy, with expertise in LASIK and ReLEx SMILE techniques.

• Author of books on cataract and presbyopia treatments
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Regular participant in European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons events
• Fluent in English and German for international patients

Trained at Miami Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute – a global leader in ophthalmology. Dr. Cekmeceli specializes in advanced cataract and refractive surgeries.

• 34 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Fellowship-trained in phaco surgery at Bascom-Palmer
• Specialized in refractive surgery at Moscow University Eye Institute
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Head of Ophthalmology at VM MedicalPark Pendik

Dr. Serdar Marol is an ophthalmologist with 28 years of practice. He has been involved in more than 25,000 surgical cases.

He graduated from the Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine (1983–1989). He completed ophthalmology training at the Inönü University Faculty of Medicine, Turgut Özal Medical Centre (1993–1997).

He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society (TOD), the Turkish Medical Association (TTB), and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He speaks English.

Dr. Sezen Akkaya is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade. She has completed over 9,000 surgical cases. Dr. Akkaya treats complex conditions like strabismus and cataracts using modern techniques. She serves as an Associate Professor at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants and IOL replacement.
• Expert in laser eye surgery including ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and LASEK.
• Authored over 35 scientific publications in international and Turkish journals.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Istanbul Medical Chamber.