Page 3 - Best Cataract doctors in Turkey: TOP 157 doctors

27,000+ surgical cases performed – Dr. Sam brings extensive expertise to cataract procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya.

• 27 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Trained in Artisan Iris and Claw Lens techniques
• Board member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association's Antalya branch
• Published 10+ international scientific papers
• Instructor for live surgery demonstrations

Prof. Osman Sevki Arslan pioneered the Arslan closed cornea technique for cataract surgery and heads the eye clinic at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Founder of Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank
• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (2017-2019)
• Authored 57 international journal articles on ophthalmology
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Developed two original surgical techniques

Dr. Tuzcu brings over 15 years of specialized ophthalmology experience, with a strong focus on cataract procedures.

• Graduated in the top 3 of her medical class at Cumhuriyet University
• Published over 50 scientific papers in ophthalmology
• Trained in refractive surgery and phaco techniques
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Professor Zeynep Alkin specializes in cataract surgery with over 20 years of experience, including advanced training at Doheny Eye Institute in Los Angeles.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with expertise in retinal conditions
• Research fellow at prestigious Doheny Eye Institute
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmological Society's Surgical Retinal Board
• Professor at Biruni University's Medicana International Istanbul Hospital

Dr. Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Acibadem University (2023–2025). He practices at Acibadem Maslak Hospital (2024–2025). He completed a glaucoma fellowship at Harvard/Mass Eye and Ear in 2016. His clinical work covers glaucoma (MIGS, seton procedures), cornea (limbal stem cell surgery), lacrimal surgery (scarless endoscopic DCR), medical retina (intravitreal injections), myopia control in children, and orbital surgery.

He earned his MD from Hacettepe University and ranked 3rd in his class. He began his ophthalmology residency after placing 11th in Turkey’s TUS exam. Certifications include ICO Basic and Clinical (2010), FEBO (2015), Turkish Board (2016), Advanced ICO/FICO (2017), and USMLE Step 4. His awards include Acibadem Academic Achievement (2015–2023), Best Presentation (2022), and TOD awards (2022–2023). He has published 58 international articles and 15 books. He holds an MSc in Biological Data Science (GPA 3.94/4.00, top of term) and completed training in AI in Healthcare in 2020.

Prof Yusuf Yildirim specializes in cataract surgery with expertise in corneal biomechanics and keratoconus at Acıbadem District Hospital.

• Over 12 years of experience in cataract and refractive surgery
• Holds European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma and FICO certification
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society's Cataract and Refractive Surgery Department
• Associate Professor at University of Health Sciences

Professor Peykan Türkçüoğlu brings expertise from Johns Hopkins Hospital's Wilmer Eye Institute to Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Over 19 years experience in ophthalmology
• Trained at prestigious Hacettepe University
• Specializes in vitreoretinal procedures
• Former associate professor at Inonu University

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

• 26 years of specialized ophthalmic surgery experience
• 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

55,000+ cataract surgeries performed over 32 years – Dr. Akcay brings unmatched experience to Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade.

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

35 years of experience in ophthalmology – Dr. Sunay specializes in advanced cataract techniques at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Member of AAO, ASCRS, and ESCRS – top ophthalmology societies
• Trained in Belgium at ZNA Middelheim Hospital
• Certified in Advanced Surgical Techniques for Phacoemulsification
• Regular speaker at international ophthalmology congresses

Specializes in cataract surgery with extensive training in refractive techniques – performs procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Ophthalmology specialist since 2011 with 13+ years of experience
• Trained at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Completed specialized courses in cataract and refractive surgery

20,000+ surgical cases over 20 years – Dr. Unsal specializes in cataract procedures at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital İzmir.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with extensive training at Ege University
• Published over 50 national and international papers
• Member of both Turkish Society of Ophthalmology and American Academy of Ophthalmology

Dr. Tuğrul Akın brings specialized training from Ankara University and Gülhane Military Medical Academy to his practice at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association
• Trained at prestigious institutions in Turkey

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

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

1,100+ cataract procedures performed – Dr. Yildiz brings over three decades of ophthalmology expertise to Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• 31 years specializing in eye surgeries
• Focused exclusively on cataract treatments
• Ophthalmologist with extensive surgical training

Specialized phaco surgery expert trained at Miami Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute – a leader in cataract treatments. Now at VM MedicalPark Pendik Hospital.

• 30+ years of experience in ophthalmology
• Fellowship-trained in refractive surgery at Moscow University Eye Institute
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Performs advanced techniques for better visual outcomes

Dr. Colakoglu brings 19 years of expertise in cataract treatment, glaucoma, and pediatric ophthalmology at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Specializes in both adult and pediatric eye conditions
• Trained at Akdeniz University and GATA Haydarpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Also skilled in medical retina treatments

Dr. Yayla specializes in cataract surgery with a strong background in ophthalmology at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Trained at Uludag University in ophthalmology
• Completed Vitreo-Retinal Surgery and Medical Retina Fellowship at Gazi University
• Fellowship in Retinopathy of Prematurity at SBÜ Zekai Tahir Burak EAH
• Over 8 years of experience in ophthalmology