Best LASEK Eye Surgery 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.

Prof. Arslan pioneered two original corneal techniques and leads the Eye Clinic at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Developed the Retrograde Glaucoma Tube Implantation technique
• Authored 57 international journal articles on ophthalmology
• Examiner for European Board of Ophthalmology exams

Over 14 years specializing in cornea treatments – Dr. Koc combines precision with extensive surgical expertise.

• Postgraduate training from Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Skilled in a wide range of ophthalmic procedures

Dr. Koc specializes in LASEK eye surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy. His extensive training and participation in international refractive surgery congresses ensure advanced techniques.

• 14 years' experience at Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Attended multiple European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons conferences
• Published books on presbyopia and cataract treatments
• Fluent in English and German for international patients

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. Kiziltoprak specializes in LASEK eye surgery and advanced refractive procedures at Atlas University Hospital.

• Expert in no-touch LASIK for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism
• Published over 40 research papers in international ophthalmology journals
• Trained at Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
• Focuses on precise corneal treatments and vision correction

30,000+ eye surgeries performed over 34 years – Dr. Yilmaz specializes in LASEK and refractive procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Certified in advanced techniques like INTACS corneal implants
• Active member of International Society of Refractive Surgery
• Trained at Ankara University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Fluent in English for international patient consultations

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. Helvacıoğlu is a highly trained refractive surgeon with memberships in leading international ophthalmology societies.

• Specializes in LASEK and other refractive surgeries
• Member of ISRS and ESCRS – top refractive surgery organizations
• Regularly attends international ophthalmology congresses for latest techniques
• Certified by International Council of Ophthalmology in both basic and clinical science

Dr. Kaya is a member of prestigious ophthalmology societies including AAO and ESCRS, specializing in advanced eye surgeries.

• Certified in LASIK and other refractive surgery techniques
• Trained at Akdeniz University and İzmir Bozyaka Teaching Hospital
• Expert in corneal procedures and femtosecond applications
• Holds multiple certifications in modern eye surgery methods

Dr. Mehmet Orçun Akdemir is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and has published extensively in internationally refereed journals on corneal surgeries and treatments.

• Specializes in advanced corneal procedures like deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty
• Published over 20 research papers on ophthalmology topics
• Member of prestigious scientific organizations

Prof. Türkçüoğlu trained at Johns Hopkins Hospital's Wilmer Eye Institute – a global leader in ophthalmology. He specializes in LASEK eye surgery at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Over 27 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Professor at Biruni University in Istanbul
• Specialized training in vitreoretinal procedures
• Worked at multiple university hospitals in Turkey

Prof Yildirim specializes in refractive surgery, including LASEK, with international diplomas in ophthalmology.

• Over 16 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Expert in corneal biomechanics and keratoconus
• Holds European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society