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Best Laser eye surgery doctors in Turkey: TOP 90 doctors

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24 people have requested a quote last month

Anil Kubaloglu

  • Leading doctor for Laser eye surgery
  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 27 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 30,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Kubaloglu specializes in laser eye surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

    • Over 27 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
    • Author of 100+ scientific publications in eye surgery
    • Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
    • Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine
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70 people have requested a quote last month

Muhammet Derda Ozer

  • Leading doctor for Laser eye surgery
  • New
  • 22 years of experience
  • 25000+ treatments performed
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer specializes in laser eye surgery with training at Wills Eye Institute's Ocular Oncology Department.

    • Holder of ICO-STAAR Surgical Fellowship in Vitreo-Retina
    • Passed all four International Council of Ophthalmology exams
    • USMLE certified with focus on clinical ophthalmology
    • Published 24+ research papers on advanced eye treatments
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Package price from$938.84

26 people have requested a quote last month

Semih Urz

  • New
  • 14 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Semih Urz specializes in eye health with over 14 years of experience of experience, including advanced surgical procedures like laser eye surgery at Valued Med Hub Hospitals.

    • Recipient of 'Best Doctor in Eye Health and Diseases' by the Turkish Ministry of Health
    • Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and Turkish Medical Association
    • Authored several books on eye health and diseases
    • Served as an educator at medical faculties
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Package price from$1,400

33 people have requested a quote last month

Hamdi Er

  • 5 Excellent 1 review
  • 29 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Hamdi Er brings 29 years of experience of specialized experience in laser eye surgery, trained at top institutions like Moorfields Eye Hospital and Doheny Eye Institute.

    • Fellowship-trained in ophthalmology at University of California and Baylor College of Medicine
    • Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and European VitreoRetinal Society
    • Performs advanced techniques including ReLEx SMILE and LASEK procedures
    • Authored numerous research publications in ophthalmology
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38 people have requested a quote last month

Ahmet Satici

  • Leading doctor for Laser eye surgery
  • New
  • 34 years of experience
  • 20000+ treatments performed
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici has performed over 20,000 eye surgeries in his 33-year career, specializing in laser eye procedures.

    • Board-certified ophthalmologist with extensive surgical experience
    • Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
    • Holds full professorship status at Harran University
    • Graduated from Uludag University Faculty of Medicine
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19 people have requested a quote last month

Fevzi Akkan

  • New
  • 24 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Performed Turkey's first bionic eye surgery – awarded TOD Best Surgical Video in 2016. Dr. Akkan specializes in advanced vision correction at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

    • 24 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology and refractive surgery
    • Expert in LASIK, LASEK, and ReLEx SMILE techniques
    • Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
    • Pioneer in innovative retinal treatments and implants
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Haluk Talu

  • Leading doctor for Laser eye surgery
  • New
  • 25 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Talu has performed over 20,000 eye surgeries – specializing in complex laser eye corrections at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

    • 25 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
    • Published 50+ scientific papers on eye surgery techniques
    • Member of American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
    • Fellowship-trained at Nice St. Antiapolis University Hospital
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Yasar Dag

  • Leading doctor for Laser eye surgery
  • New
  • 17 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Specialized in cataract and refractive surgeries, Dr. Yasar Dag brings precision and expertise to laser eye procedures at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

    • Board-certified ophthalmologist with over 17 years of experience of experience
    • Extensive training in advanced refractive and cataract surgery techniques
    • Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
    • Published multiple studies on innovative eye surgery methods
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Alper Agca

  • New
  • 10 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 15,000+ eye surgeries performed – Prof. Agca specializes in advanced laser techniques at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital.

    • Expert in ReLEx SMILE and LASIK procedures
    • Associate Professor with academic background in ophthalmology
    • Board Member of Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
    • Award-winning researcher in refractive surgery
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Fevziye Ondes Yilmaz

  • New
  • 34 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 30,000+ surgical cases over 34 years of experience – Dr. Yilmaz is a highly experienced ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

    • Specializes in laser eye surgery with extensive experience
    • Certified in INTACS Corneal Implants and Intra Lase techniques
    • Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
    • Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
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20 people have requested a quote last month

Abdullah Ozkaya

  • Leading doctor for Laser eye surgery
  • 5 Excellent 2 reviews
  • 22 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 22 years of experience specializing in laser eye surgery – Dr. Ozkaya combines extensive experience with advanced techniques at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

    • Trained in ophthalmology at İzmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
    • Member of the European Vitreoretinal Society
    • Published multiple papers on ophthalmology advancements
    • Active participant in professional societies and scientific meetings
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Package price from$1,811

Faruk Eroglu

  • New
  • 33 years of experience
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  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Over 16,000 laser procedures performed – Dr. Eroglu specializes in retinal treatments and refractive surgery at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

    • 10,000+ Argon Laser and 5,000+ Excimer Laser procedures completed
    • Expert in cataract surgery with 1,000+ cases
    • Member of prestigious societies including the American Academy of Ophthalmology
    • Trained at Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
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Baha Toygar

  • New
  • 30 years of experience
  • 30000+ treatments performed
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 30,000+ surgical cases performed – Dr. Toygar is a leading eye specialist with extensive expertise in laser eye treatments at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

    • 30 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
    • International certified instructor for intra corneal rings and phakic IOLs courses
    • Moderator for ESCRS 2019 symposium on precision in IOLs
    • Member of American and European ophthalmology societies
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Aylin Koc Akbay

  • New
  • 15 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • Dr. Aylin Koc Akbay is a skilled ophthalmologist with expertise in laser eye surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

    • Specializes in eye health, including cataracts and refractive procedures
    • Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
    • Trained at Marmara University School of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology
    • Also experienced in general eye examinations and contact lens fittings
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Cafer Tanriverdi

  • New
  • 21 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 20,000+ surgical cases in ophthalmology – Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tanriverdi brings extensive expertise to laser eye surgery at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital.

    • 21 years of experience of active practice in ophthalmology
    • Award-winning presentation at ASCRS in 2019
    • Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
    • Associate professor at Istanbul Medipol University
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Ebru Gorgun

  • New
  • 22 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 22 years of experience of active ophthalmology practice – Ebru Gorgun specializes in laser eye surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

    • Graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine
    • Completed ophthalmology training at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
    • Lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
    • Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association Medical Retina Unit
    • Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
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Package price from$1,000

Levent Ersan

  • New
  • 39 years of experience
  • Location: Turkey, Istanbul
  • 20,000+ surgeries performed, with a focus on laser eye surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

    • Specialized in refractive surgery at Hacettepe University
    • Member of ESCRS and AAO, international ophthalmology societies
    • Pioneered Eye and Complementary Medicine seminars in Turkey
    • Winner of TÜBİTAK Turkey First Place in Biology for eye research
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Package price from$1,000

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Bookimed Insights: Top Laser eye surgery Specialists in Turkey (2026)

Bookimed has coordinated 256 requests for Laser eye surgery in Turkey, collaborating with 90 top-rated specialists. The doctors in this table are selected based on their international credentials, clinical expertise, and patient outcomes. The 2026 ranking is formed using verified data from actual patient cases and current programs from our partner clinics.
RankDoctorexperienceGood Fit ForWhat Sets Them ApartClinic & LocationConsultation
#127 years of experienceLaser refractive surgeryExtensive laser eye surgery experience – 30,000+ procedures. Active in research with 100+ publications. Member of leading international ophthalmology societies.
Turkey
Price on request
#222 years of experienceAdvanced refractive correctionsFellowship-trained at prestigious Wills Eye Institute with ICO-STAAR surgical qualification. Active researcher with 24+ papers on innovative eye treatments.
Turkey
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#314 years of experienceAdvanced laser eye surgeryRecognized by the Turkish Ministry of Health for excellence in eye health. Educator and author with a focus on eye diseases and surgical procedures.
Turkey
Price on request
#429 years of experienceAdvanced refractive correctionsTrained at world-leading eye institutes in US and UK – brings latest techniques like ReLEx SMILE. Active researcher and AAO member.
Turkey
Price on request
#534 years of experienceLaser eye surgeryPerformed 20,000+ eye surgeries with a focus on laser procedures. Full professor at Harran University and member of Turkish Ophthalmological Association.
Turkey
from $200
#624 years of experienceAdvanced laser vision correctionPerformed Turkey's groundbreaking bionic eye surgery – combines surgical innovation with latest refractive techniques. TOD award winner & AAO member.
Turkey
from $110
#725 years of experienceComplex laser eye correctionsOne of Turkey's highest-volume laser eye surgeons with 20,000+ procedures. Active researcher with ASCRS membership and international training in France.
Turkey
Price on request
#817 years of experienceRefractive surgerySpecializes in precise refractive and cataract surgeries with advanced techniques. Published researcher on innovative eye treatments and member of leading ophthalmology associations.
Turkey
Price on request
#910 years of experienceAdvanced laser eye proceduresSpecialist in ReLEx SMILE and LASIK with 15,000+ procedures. Academic researcher and Board Member in refractive surgery society.
Turkey
Price on request
#1034 years of experienceLaser eye surgeryHighly experienced with 30,000+ surgical cases. Certified in advanced techniques like INTACS Corneal Implants. Member of prestigious international ophthalmology societies.
Turkey
Price on request

FAQ

These FAQs come from real patients seeking medical assistance through Bookimed. Answers are given by experienced medical coordinators and trusted clinic representatives.

Is it safe to have laser eye surgery done in Turkey?

Laser eye surgery in Turkey is exceptionally safe at accredited clinics featuring Joint Commission International (JCI) or ISO certifications. Top specialized hubs like Dunyagoz Eye Hospital perform over 66,000 procedures annually using FDA-approved Zeiss VisuMax and Alcon Wavelight technology, maintaining success rates between 96% and 99%.

  • Surgeon experience: Leading specialists like Dr. Ertan Sunay have performed 60,000+ successful eye surgeries.
  • Advanced technology: Clinics utilize ReLEx SMILE, Femtosecond LASIK, and iLASIK for high-precision vision correction.
  • Rigorous screening: Top-tier facilities conduct detailed corneal topography and thickness checks before clearing patients.
  • Rapid recovery: Most patients achieve functional vision by evening and return to work within 2–3 days.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Clinical volume is the strongest safety indicator in Turkey. For example, Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler treats 2,500 foreign patients monthly. This massive scale allows surgeons to encounter and master nearly every corneal variation. When choosing, prioritize clinics where the lead surgeon has performed at least 20,000 procedures to ensure peak technical proficiency.

Patient Consensus: Patients frequently praise the thoroughness of pre-operative diagnostic testing and the presence of professional interpreters. Many emphasize that doctors will honestly decline surgery if corneal thickness is insufficient, prioritizing medical safety over commercial profit.

Who is a good candidate for laser eye surgery in Turkey?

A good candidate for laser eye surgery in Turkey is typically an adult aged 21 to 40 with a stable vision prescription. Candidates must have healthy corneas of sufficient thickness and be free from active eye infections, severe dry eye, or progressive conditions like keratoconus.

  • Stable prescription: Vision must remain unchanged for at least 12 to 24 months before surgery.
  • Corneal thickness: Minimum thickness of 500 microns is generally required for standard LASIK procedures.
  • Refractive errors: Suitable for correcting nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism within treatable clinical ranges.
  • General health: Candidates should not have uncontrolled diabetes or autoimmune diseases affecting healing.

Bookimed Expert Insight: High-volume Turkish centers like Dunyagoz Eye Hospital perform over 30,000 surgeries annually, leading to a unique data trend: surgeons here often recommend ReLEx SMILE or ICL for patients traditionally rejected elsewhere. While many clinics globally stop at thin corneas, Turkish specialists like Dr. Muhammet Derda Ozer frequently transition these high-complexity cases to ICL Toric lens implantations to ensure safety and visual precision.

Patient Consensus: Patients emphasize the importance of the pre-operative screening, noting that detailed scans often detect previously missed disqualifiers. Many express relief that surgeons provide clear, honest feedback on whether LASIK or alternative techniques like PRK better suit their specific corneal profile.

How long is the typical recovery from laser eye surgery?

Laser eye surgery recovery typically allows patients to return to daily activities within 24 to 48 hours for LASIK or SMILE procedures. While functional vision often returns in 1 to 3 days, full ocular stabilization and healing generally require 1 to 3 months depending on the technique.

  • Functional vision: Most LASIK and SMILE patients see clearly within 1 to 2 days.
  • Work and driving: Patients generally resume office work and driving within 48 to 72 hours.
  • PRK recovery: PRK variants require a longer 4 to 7 day initial healing period.
  • Full stabilization: Complete vision clarity and eye health stabilization takes 1 to 4 months.

Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing ReLEx SMILE or iLASIK over traditional methods significantly accelerates the return to work. For example, surgeons like Dr. Baha Toygar at Dunyagoz Etiler use bladeless systems that minimize flap-related discomfort. This allows many international patients to fly home comfortably just 48 hours after their procedure.

Patient Consensus: Many patients report an immediate `wow` effect within hours. They emphasize using a 3-day buffer before flying to manage potential swelling and light sensitivity effectively.

Does the laser eye procedure hurt?

Laser eye procedures do not hurt because surgeons use potent anesthetic drops to numb the eye surface completely. Most patients in Turkey report feeling only mild pressure for 30 seconds during flap creation. The entire process per eye typically lasts 5 to 10 minutes.

  • Anesthesia method: Topical numbing drops eliminate pain without using needles or general anesthesia.
  • Sensation during: Patients feel pressure similar to a finger pressing on the eyelid.
  • Technique differences: ReLEx SMILE offers the most comfortable recovery with minimal dry eye risk.
  • Recovery comfort: Post-op grittiness or light sensitivity usually peaks and resolves within 48 hours.

Bookimed Expert Insight: While many focus on the laser, the surgeon experience is the primary factor for a comfortable, stress-free procedure. Top Turkish specialists like Dr. Baha Toygar or Prof. Alper Agca have each performed over 15,000 to 30,000 surgeries. This high volume ensures they can precisely manage the numbing protocol and talk you through every second to minimize anxiety.

Patient Consensus: Patients describe the experience as quick and virtually painless, often comparing the post-operative feeling to having a small grain of sand in the eye. Most feel comfortable enough to resume normal activities within one to two days after a short nap.