Strabismus Surgery Doctors in Turkey

Prof. Arslan is a leading ophthalmologist known for developing original surgical techniques like the Arslan closed cornea method.

• Founder and medical director of Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank
• President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (2017-2019)
• Authored 57 international and 56 national peer-reviewed articles
• Examining authority for European Board of Ophthalmology
• Eye Clinic Coordinator at Florence Nightingale Hospitals

Dr. Alperen Koc is a seasoned Ophthalmologist with over 14 years of experience, specializing in complex eye conditions.

• Trained at Beyoğlu Eye Hospital for advanced ophthalmic procedures
• Graduated from Istanbul University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Specializes in cornea and refractive surgery techniques

Specialist in strabismus surgery with training at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital – dedicated to precision eye alignment procedures at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Completed ophthalmology specialization in 2011
• Extensive experience in various state and training hospitals
• Active participant in ESCRS and TOD congresses
• Specialization thesis on diabetic macular edema treatments
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Over 34 years of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Cekmeceli specializes in strabismus surgery at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital.

• Trained in refractive surgery at Moscow University Eye Institute
• Completed Phaco surgery training at Miami Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Dr. Sezen Akkaya is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade. She has completed over 9,000 surgical cases. Dr. Akkaya treats complex conditions like strabismus and cataracts using modern techniques. She serves as an Associate Professor at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants and IOL replacement.
• Expert in laser eye surgery including ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and LASEK.
• Authored over 35 scientific publications in international and Turkish journals.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

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.

Dr. Helvacıoğlu is a highly trained ophthalmologist specializing in strabismus surgery, with extensive international training and professional development.

• Member of multiple prestigious ophthalmology societies including ESCRS and ISRS
• Regularly attends international congresses to stay updated on the latest techniques
• Certified by the International Council of Ophthalmology in both Basic and Clinical Science
• Practices at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, a specialized eye care center

Dr. Sutan Kaya specializes in advanced strabismus surgery at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, with training from top institutions.

• Trained at Bozyaka Teaching and Training Hospital
• Member of AAO and ESCRS
• Certified in various advanced eye surgery techniques

Prof. Türkçüoğlu completed a prestigious fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital – one of the best eye centers globally.

• Professor of Ophthalmology at Biruni University
• Specializes in both adult and pediatric strabismus cases
• Fellowship-trained at the renowned Wilmer Eye Institute
• Over 27 years of academic teaching experience

Specializes in keratoplasty (penetrating and lamellar) and corneal biomechanics, bringing precision to strabismus surgery.

• Over 16 years of ophthalmology experience
• Holds European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma (EBOD)
• Associate Professor with expertise in cataract and refractive surgery
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society

Dr. Yildiz specializes in eye care with 15 years of experience, focusing on strabismus surgery at Can Hospitals Turkey.

• Graduated from Dicle University Faculty of Medicine
• Published over 100 medical articles
• Fluent in English and Turkish

24 years specializing in strabismus surgery – Dr. Colakoglu treats both adults and children at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Expert in pediatric ophthalmology and complex eye conditions
• Trained at GATA Haydarpaşa – one of Turkey's leading medical schools
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Dr. Tamer Fazil Yildiz is an ophthalmologist at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul. He specializes in laser vision correction, including ReLEx SMILE and LASIK. Dr. Yildiz treats conditions such as keratoconus and vitreous body destruction. He works at a facility holding ISO 9001 certification from TÜV NORD. This clinic serves over 50,000 patients annually and is licensed by the Turkish Ministry of Health.

• Performs cataract surgery using multifocal lens implants.
• Treats strabismus through surgery and Botox injections.
• Conducts vitrectomy and laser trabeculoplasty for glaucoma patients.
• Uses ReLEx SMILE technology for vision correction.

Dr. Tuğrul Akın specializes in strabismus surgery at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics, backed by training at Ankara University and Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Also affiliated with the Turkish Medical Association
• Focused on precise ocular alignment procedures