Page 3 - Best Cataract doctors in Turkey: TOP 158 doctors

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

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

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

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

Dr. Ugur Tunc specializes in cataract surgery with advanced training from Johns Hopkins University's Wilmer Eye Institute.

• Completed ophthalmology residency at Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Research fellowship focused on cutting-edge eye treatments
• Currently practices at Medipol Acibadem Hospital in Istanbul
• Member of the Eye Diseases Department with specialized expertise

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

32 years of experience in ophthalmology – Dr. Cagil specializes in cataract treatments at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with extensive surgical expertise
• Focuses on precise and effective cataract removal techniques
• Trusted by patients for decades of reliable eye care

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

10,000+ surgical cases performed – Dr. Kilic brings extensive experience to cataract procedures at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir.

• Specialized in cornea and refractive surgery in Germany
• Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Holds multiple International Council of Ophthalmology certifications
• Published author on oculoplasty techniques

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. 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.

Over 5,000 cataract cases in 9 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

15,000+ surgical cases performed over 37 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

Specializes in cataract surgeries with multifocal and toric intraocular lens applications at Medicalpoint International Hospital.

• Trained at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Deputy Chief at Izmir Ataturk Training and Research Hospital
• Observer at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Dr. Koc specializes in cataract surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy, with a focus on presbyopia corrective intraocular lenses.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published books on cataract treatment and presbyopia corrective lenses
• Attended multiple international and national ophthalmology congresses
• Fluent in English and German

Specializes in cataract and general ophthalmology at Medicalpoint International Hospital, with a focus on pediatric and neuro-ophthalmology cases.

• Trained at Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Published research on innovative trabeculectomy techniques
• Experience at Celal Bayar University Faculty of Medicine