Cataract Doctors in Turkey

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Over a decade of expertise in ophthalmology – Dr. Alperen Koc focuses on cornea and cataract treatments.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized training from Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Mastered a wide array of ophthalmic procedures

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

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.

Professor Zeynep Alkin specializes in cataract surgery with over 29 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