Best Cataract Doctors in Istanbul

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.

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.

Over 20,000 surgical cases – Dr. Gunay specializes in cataract procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Trained at Istanbul University Çapa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the European Cataract and Refractive Surgeons Association
• Fluent in English for international patients

Specializes in Smart Lens and cataract surgeries – Op. Dr. Ordulu brings precision and expertise to eye care at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Over 27 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Expert in eyelid surgeries and eye contour aesthetics
• Trained at Uludag University Faculty of Medicine
• Skilled in diagnosing and treating diabetic retinopathy

Specializes in advanced cataract treatments, including Multifocal Intraocular Lens (Smart Lens) Surgery at Atlas University Hospital.

• Extensive experience in cataract and refractive surgeries
• Published numerous studies on eye conditions and treatments
• Expert in using Excimer Laser for vision correction

Over 5,000 cataract cases in 11 years – Dr. Vural brings extensive experience to Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Trained at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich
• Board-certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology
• Specializes in advanced cataract surgical techniques
• Author of academic books on ophthalmology treatments

Dr. Fevziye Ondes Yilmaz brings 34 years of ophthalmology expertise, having performed over 30,000 surgical procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Specialized in cataract and refractive surgery throughout her career
• Member of prestigious societies including the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Certified in advanced techniques like INTACS Corneal Implants
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

15,000+ surgical cases performed over 46 years – Prof. Guzel brings extensive experience to cataract treatment at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine
• 100+ scientific publications in ophthalmology
• Specializes in cataract surgery techniques

Dr. Ulviye Askerova, MD, is an ophthalmologist. She earned her MD from Azerbaijan Medical University in 2019. She is completing an ophthalmology residency at Göztepe City Hospital / Istanbul Medeniyet University (2021–2025). Her clinical focus includes cataract surgery with intraocular lenses (including trifocal), medical retina, pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, and oculoplastics.

She has two peer-reviewed international publications (Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol, 2023; Medical Journal of Medeniyet, 2025). She has given four presentations at national and international meetings (ASO & TROS 2022; TOD 2023; TOD 2024; ASO & TROS 2024).

She completed the TOD Vitreoretinal Surgery Unit “Basic Techniques in Vitreoretinal Surgery” Skills Transfer Course in May 2024. She has participated in nine congresses, symposia, and webinars from 2022 to 2025, including the TOD National Congresses (56th and 57th) and the 9th TOD Live Surgery Symposium.

Dr. Karaca specializes in complex eye conditions including cataracts at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals, known for precision and patient-focused care.

• Expertise in treating diabetic retinopathy alongside cataracts
• Skilled in managing glaucoma and other concurrent eye diseases
• Focuses on comprehensive eye health for optimal vision outcomes

Performed 1,100+ cataract treatments – Burak Erden is a highly experienced ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• 18 years of specialized experience in ophthalmology
• Works at one of Turkey's leading eye care centers
• Specialized in modern cataract treatment techniques

Specializes in various urological conditions with expertise in kidney, bladder, and prostate diseases.

• Treats urological cancers including kidney, prostate, and bladder
• Experienced in addressing sexual dysfunctions and infertility
• Handles urinary tract stones and incontinence issues