Cataract Surgery with IOL Replacement Doctors in Turkey

Dr. Filiz Kordeser is an ophthalmologist with 22 years of practice. She has been involved in more than 20,000 surgical cases.

Education and training: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English program, 1993–1999). Istanbul Training Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology (1999–2004).

Professional memberships: Turkish Ophthalmological Association; European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS). Language: English.

5,000+ cataract surgeries performed – Dr. Vural brings extensive experience to Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• 11 years specializing in ophthalmology
• Trained at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich
• Holds European Board of Ophthalmology certification
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published research on corneal treatments

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.

Specialized in cataract surgery with IOL replacement – trained at Miami Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute, a leader in ophthalmology.

• 34 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Expert in phaco surgery techniques
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Practices at VM MedicalPark Pendik Hospital

Specializing in cataract and refractive surgery, Dr. Akif Saygin brings extensive training and practical experience to his practice at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Graduated from Akdeniz University and specialized in Ophthalmology at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Active member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
• Participated in Cataract and Refractive Surgery Live Applications and Skills Transfer Courses

Specialized in cataract surgery with over 32 years of experience – Dr. Sönmezer focuses on advanced IOL replacement techniques.

• Trained in retina and vitreoretinal surgery at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Founding partner at Kayseri Maya Eye Hospital
• Currently practices at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex
• Extensive experience in various eye hospitals across Turkey

Over 10,000 surgical cases performed – Dr. Kilic brings extensive expertise in cataract surgery with IOL replacement at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmır.

• Fellowship-trained in Cornea and Refractive Surgery in Germany
• Member of ESCRS and ESOPRS – leading European ophthalmology societies
• Holds multiple International Council of Ophthalmology certifications
• Published author on oculoplasty and international ophthalmology exams

30 years of experience – Matben Volkan has performed over 20,000 eye surgeries, specializing in cataract procedures.

• Specialized in ophthalmology at Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Trained at Ege University's School of Medicine
• Active member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology

Dr. Nurullah Cagil specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement at Lokman Hekim Akay Hospital.

• Experienced in performing advanced cataract procedures
• Works with modern IOL replacement techniques
• Focuses on personalized patient care

Over 20,000 surgical cases – Dr. Unsal brings 35 years of specialized ophthalmology experience to Dünyagöz Eye Hospital in Izmir.

• Specialized in cataract surgery at Ege University
• Published over 50 national and international papers
• Member of both Turkish and American ophthalmology societies

Dr. Candan Karaca specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in treating complex eye conditions like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy
• Skilled in lazy eye (amblyopia) correction
• Specializes in yellow spot disease treatment

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.