8 Best Corneal Pachymetry Doctors in İzmir

Dr. Gokcen Gokce is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir. He has performed over 10,000 surgical cases. He specializes in laser vision correction, corneal transplants, and pediatric eye care. Dr. Gokce holds an Associate Professorship from the Gulhane Military Medical Academy.

• Certified in SMILE, i-LASIK, and Femtolaser cataract surgery techniques.
• Holds a medical directorship certificate for cornea bank operations.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus using corneal rings and cross-linking.
• Extensive expertise in oculoplastic surgery, strabismus, and glaucoma procedures.

With over 30,000 surgical cases, Associate Professor Erkan Unsal excels in corneal pachymetry at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir.

• Specializes in treating keratoconus and performing advanced corneal measurements
• Holds ICO Advanced Certificate (FICO) and Turkish Ophthalmology Association proficiency
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association Vitreoretinal Surgery Unit
• Authored 50+ national and international scientific publications

Dr. Deniz Kilic has performed over 10,000 surgical procedures in Turkey. He is a specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir. Dr. Kilic focuses on cornea and refractive surgery. He completed his clinical fellowship at St. Franziskus-Hospital in Germany. Dr. Kilic holds the European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma.

• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO).
• Member of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and SmartSight laser eye surgeries.
• Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.

Dr. Arife Esra Kocakaya is an ophthalmologist. She trained at Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. She has clinical experience at İzmir Atatürk, Şanlıurfa Balıklıgöl, and İzmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospitals.

She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association, ESCRS, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She co-authored Ophthalmology: From Diagnosis to Treatment (2018). She presented at the XII Republican Congress of Belarus (2018) on dacryocystorhinostomy surgery and nonsurgical blepharoplasty.

She holds certificates from several TOD Skill Transfer Courses, including ptosis, vitreoretinal simulation, eyelid malpositions, the lacrimal system, and aesthetic eyelid and periorbital rejuvenation with botulinum toxin and fillers. She completed BILEP courses in ocular oncology, oculoplastics, cataract, and refractive surgery. She took AAO 2018 cadaver courses in facelifting, blepharoplasty, and oculoplastic surgery. She attended a pre-meeting course of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. She trained in corneal topography, orbital imaging, and hands-on cataract surgery. She is certified in CPR.

Clinical Expertise

• General Eye Examination
• Cataract Treatment
• Glaucoma (High Eye Pressure)
• Laser Eye Treatments
• Presbyopia Treatment
• Intraocular Lens / Trifocal Lens
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Academic and Professional Background

1996-1997 • Military Doctor Eskişehir 600-Bed Air Hospital Eye Department,  
1997-1998• Research Assistant Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology.  
1998-1999• Assistant professor Dr. Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology.  
1999-2001 • Research Assistant Boston University School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology, Cornea and Glaucoma Sections Harvard University Massachusetts General Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology 
2001-2002• Assistant professor Dr. Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology.  
2002-2007• Associate Professor Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology. 
2007-2011  • Professor Dr. Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology. 
2011-2013 • Professor Dr. Private Practice and West Eye Hospital, Erbil  
2013-2015  • Professor Dr. Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology. 
2015-2021 • Professor Dr. Batıgöz Medical Center  
2021- • Professor Dr. Dünyagöz Hospital 

Education and Training

• 1990 Hacettepe University Medicine Graduate, English.  
  1995-1996 Research Assistant Adnan Menderes University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology. 

Professional Membership

• Turkish Ophthalmology Association Turkish Ophthalmology Association Optical Refraction and Rehabilitation Unit, Active Member Turkish Ophthalmology Association Glaucoma Unit, Active Member Turkish Ophthalmology Association Cataract and Refractive Surgery Unit, Active Member Member of European Vision and Eye Research and Secretary of the Glaucoma Unit 2006 American Academy of Ophthalmology

With 13 years of clinical experience in eye care, the doctor is a dedicated ophthalmology professional. Having graduated from Dicle University Faculty of Medicine in 2009, the doctor has built a significant academic and clinical foundation.

The doctor has demonstrated a strong commitment to medical research and advancement, having authored over 100 medical articles throughout a distinguished career. This extensive body of work reflects a deep engagement with the latest developments in ocular health and patient care.

Dr. Ibrahim Tuncer is an ophthalmologist at Can Hospitals Turkey in Izmir. He has performed 10,000+ surgical cases. He treats cataracts, refractive issues, and retinal diseases. Dr. Tuncer also specializes in pediatric eye care and strabismus treatment.

• Uses ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and femtosecond laser techniques for vision correction.
• Performs cataract surgery with trifocal, EDOF, and toric intraocular lenses.
• Authored 48 scientific articles with over 250 citations in medical indexes.
• Treats medical retina conditions including macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

Dr. Ebru Acar specializes in advanced corneal care at her dedicated eye clinic in Izmir. She performs corneal pachymetry to assess thickness for laser surgery and keratoconus management.

• Performs corneal cross-linking to strengthen the cornea using riboflavin and UV light
• Uses Femtosecond and IntraLase laser technology for precise vision correction
• Treats complex eye conditions including glaucoma and cataracts
• Offers surgical and non-surgical treatments for adult and pediatric strabismus