Best Vitreolisis doctors in Turkey: TOP 21 doctors

Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer specializes in vitreoretinal procedures with a fellowship in Vitreo-Retina at the University of Kansas.

• Licensed by the International Council of Ophthalmology in Advanced Ophthalmology
• Former assistant and associate professor at Van Yuzuncu Yil University
• Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Presented at international ophthalmology congresses on retinal treatments

Dr. Fırat Helvacıoğlu is an experienced ophthalmologist. He specializes in cataract and refractive surgery. He graduated from Marmara University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Research and Training Hospital. Dr. Helvacıoğlu is certified by the International Council of Ophthalmology. He passed both the Basic Science and Clinical Science Board Exams.

He is a member of several medical organizations, including TOA, TTB, ESCRS, ASCRS, ISRS, and ICO. Dr. Helvacıoğlu has attended more than 20 international congresses and symposiums. These include meetings of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons and the Afro-Asian Congress of Ophthalmology. He is dedicated to continuous professional development and high standards in his field.

Dr. Ertan Sunay is a respected ophthalmologist with a medical degree from Istanbul University. He completed his post-graduate training at ZNA Middelheim Hospital in Belgium. Dr. Sunay specializes in cataract, refractive, and retinal surgeries. He holds certifications in advanced procedures, including Intralase Surgery, PresbyMAX Laser Surgery, Phakic IOLs, Corneal Cross-Linking, and Ferrara Rings Application.

Dr. Sunay is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, EURETINA, and the Turkish Ophthalmological Association. He has attended many international congresses and has contributed to the progress of ophthalmic surgery and patient care.

Dr. Sutan Kaya is an experienced ophthalmologist. He earned his medical degree from Akdeniz University School of Medicine. He completed advanced training at İzmir Bozyaka Teaching and Training Hospital in Turkey. Dr. Kaya specializes in cataract and refractive surgery. He has notable experience in LASIK, presbyopia correction, and advanced corneal procedures.

Dr. Kaya is certified in several areas. These include LASIK application, presbyopia correction with multifocal intraocular lenses, scleral fixation techniques, corneal collagen cross-linking, femtosecond applications for anterior segment surgery, and corneal topography analysis. He is an active member of DOG, AAO, ASCRS, and ESCRS. Dr. Kaya is dedicated to excellence and innovation in ophthalmology.

Dr. Peykan Türkçüoğlu is a professor of ophthalmology. He graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine in Turkey. He has served in academic and clinical roles at top institutions. He worked as an assistant and associate professor at Fırat and İnönü Universities.

He completed a fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Wilmer Eye Institute. There, he specialized in vitreoretinal and medical retinal diseases. Dr. Türkçüoğlu has advanced retinal care and now practices at Veni Vidi Göz Eye Hospital. He is known for his academic work, international training, and leadership in eye surgery and research.

Dr. Özer Kavalcıoğlu is an experienced ophthalmologist. He graduated from Hacettepe University Medical School. He is a member of several respected organizations, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), and European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS).

Dr. Kavalcıoğlu has attended many international conferences, such as the Congress of the European Society of Ophthalmology, World Glaucoma Congress, and Congress on Controversies in Ophthalmology. He is dedicated to ongoing professional development and high standards in patient care.

Dr. Nihat Karakaya is an experienced ophthalmologist. He specializes in cataract and refractive surgery. He is skilled in advanced procedures, including retinal detachment surgery, cataract surgery with intraocular lens (IOL) replacement, and LASIK eye surgery.

He is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the Turkish Ophthalmology Association. Dr. Karakaya regularly attends international congresses and seminars to stay current in his field. He has performed thousands of surgeries with high patient satisfaction and strong clinical results.

Place and Date of Birth

• 1969

Language Skills

• English, Serbian, Albanian and other Balkan languages

Education and Experience

• Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine (English)
• Şişli Etfal Training and Research Hospital

Number of Scientific Publications

• More than 30 scientific publications.

Case Experience

• Experience with more than 5,000 surgical cases during 12 years of active service as an ophthalmologist.

Memberships

• AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology)
• EVRS (European VitreoRetinal Society)
• TOD (Turkish Society of Ophthalmology)

Prof. Arslan developed the Arslan closed cornea technique and is a leading figure in vitreolysis at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Former head of ophthalmology at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Authored over 100 peer-reviewed articles on eye treatments
• President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (2017-2019)
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and ESCRS
• Examiner for European Board of Ophthalmology exams

Dr. Tuğrul Akın is an experienced ophthalmologist. He graduated from Ankara University School of Medicine. He completed his specialist training at Gülhane Military Medical Academy in Turkey. He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association and the Turkish Medical Association. He is committed to professional growth and ongoing medical education.

Dr. Akın has made important contributions to ophthalmology. He focuses on advanced diagnostics and new treatment methods. His clinical practice is known for high patient satisfaction and compliance with international standards. Dr. Akın is recognized as a respected expert in Turkish ophthalmology.

Dr. Yayla specializes in vitreo-retinal surgery and medical retina, with a fellowship from Gazi University Faculty of Medicine.

• Completed a Retinopathy of Prematurity Fellowship at SBÜ Zekai Tahir Burak EAH
• Practiced at Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital for 8 years
• Currently serves at Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Specialized in vitrectomy procedures with training at Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Dag focuses on advanced eye surgeries at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with 15 years of experience
• Expert in cataract and refractive surgery
• Published multiple research papers on ocular treatments
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association

Specialized in eye diseases at Prof.Dr.N. Reşat Belger Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital – Dr. Demircan focuses on vitreolisis.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Trained at a leading eye research hospital
• Expertise in vitreolisis procedures

Specializes in retinal diseases with experience in over 30,000 cases – Dr. Sahin works at Private Koru Ankara Hospital.

• 20+ years of experience in ophthalmology
• Expert in cataract and refractive surgeries
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Graduated from Ankara University Faculty of Medicine

Professor at Acıbadem District Hospital with European Board of Ophthalmology certification – specializes in corneal and refractive surgeries.

• Over 12 years of experience in cataract and refractive surgery
• Expertise in keratoplasty and corneal biomechanics
• Holds International Council of Ophthalmology diplomas in advanced clinical science
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society's Cornea Department

Dr. Kiziltoprak specializes in vitreoretinal surgery, with a focus on complex retinal conditions at Atlas University Hospital.

• Authored 35+ research papers on retinal diseases
• Performs advanced vitreoretinal surgeries including vitreolysis
• Specializes in both pediatric and adult retinal conditions