Page 4 - Best ophthalmologists in Istanbul: TOP 184 doctors

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 20+ 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

Prof Yusuf Yildirim has performed over 10,000 cataract surgeries and specializes in advanced corneal and refractive procedures at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• Holds European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma and FICO certification
• Expert in keratoplasty techniques including PK, DALK, and DMEK
• Professor and clinical educator at Istanbul Medipol University
• Published 84 peer-reviewed articles in ophthalmology

Prof. Türkçüoğlu trained at Johns Hopkins' Wilmer Eye Institute – a global leader in ophthalmology. He specializes in complex vitreoretinal procedures at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Over 20 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Professor at Biruni University in Istanbul
• Performed 900+ ophthalmic procedures
• Specialized in vitreoretinal and medical retinal care

Harvard-trained glaucoma specialist and associate professor at Acıbadem University, with multiple academic awards and 58 international publications.

• Fellowship at Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary for advanced glaucoma care
• Expert in minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and scarless endoscopic procedures
• Active member of the European Glaucoma Society and World Glaucoma Association
• Specializes in corneal diseases, pediatric myopia control, and complex orbital surgeries
• Recipient of 10+ academic achievement awards from Acıbadem University

92,000+ surgeries performed – Dr. Karakaya brings extensive experience in cataract procedures at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Skilled in advanced intraocular lens (IOL) replacement techniques
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Trained at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine Hospital
• Regular participant in international ophthalmic seminars

Published 24+ peer-reviewed ophthalmology studies – Dr. Akdemir specializes in advanced corneal and cataract procedures at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Expert in deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty (DALK) techniques
• Published research on keratoconus biomechanics and treatment outcomes
• Presented findings at international ophthalmology conferences

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

Fellowship-trained in Vitreo-Retinal Surgery and Medical Retina at Gazi University – Dr. Yayla handles complex eye conditions at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• 8+ years of specialized ophthalmology experience
• Additional expertise in Retinopathy of Prematurity care
• Skilled in advanced laser and surgical eye procedures
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association

Trained at Johns Hopkins' prestigious Wilmer Eye Institute – Dr. Tunc specializes in advanced ophthalmological techniques at Medipol Acibadem Hospital.

• Research fellowship focused on cutting-edge corneal and refractive surgery
• Specializes in complex vitreous and retinal procedures
• Board-certified ophthalmologist with 7+ years of experience
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Performs both pediatric and adult strabismus corrections

Dr. Tuğrul Akın specializes in advanced laser eye surgery and corneal treatments at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics with training from Ankara University and Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Focuses on precision vision correction techniques
• Trained at one of Turkey's top military medical academies

55,000+ eye surgeries performed over 32 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. Yucel Ozturk is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association. He has performed over 30,000 surgeries and authored 20 national and international publications.

He earned his medical degree at Ondokuz Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine (2004–2011). He trained at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Education and Research Hospital (2012–2016). He then worked at Haydarpaşa Numune Education and Research Hospital (2016–2022).

Language: English.

19 years specializing in strabismus and pediatric ophthalmology – Dr. Colakoglu treats complex eye conditions at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Expert in cataract surgery with IOL replacement
• Trained at Akdeniz University and GATA Haydarpasa – top Turkish medical schools
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Also skilled in medical retina treatments

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

• 30+ 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. Ertan Sunay specializes in advanced corneal and refractive surgeries at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics – trained at ZNA Middelheim Hospital in Belgium.

• Certified in 16+ advanced techniques like Corneal Cross-Linking and PresbyMAX
• Active member of AAO, ESCRS, and EURETINA – top ophthalmology societies
• Regular speaker at international ophthalmology congresses since 2006
• Expert in customized wavefront-guided laser procedures