Cataract Doctors Abroad — Page 2

Dr. Hajdari has treated over 30,000 patients and leads the clinical department at Italian Eye Hospital, specializing in advanced cataract procedures.

• Specialized in ophthalmology at University Clinical Center of Kosovo
• First in Kosovo to implement cutting-edge cataract treatments
• PhD in Ophthalmology from University 'Goce Delchev'
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and European Society of Retina Specialists

Dr. Sansanayudh brings international expertise from fellowships in Toronto and San Francisco to Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital.

• Specializes in corneal and refractive surgeries
• Faculty member at Phramongkulklao Hospital
• Published in international ophthalmology journals
• Uses the latest technologies in cataract procedures

Dr. Vivat Komolsuradej is a leading expert in cataract and refractive surgery with over 37 years of experience of experience, currently serving at Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital.

• Specializes in advanced cataract surgery techniques
• Former head of the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Unit
• Medical Director of the Ophthalmology Center at Rangsit University
• Extensive training at prestigious Thai medical institutions

Op. Dr. Alasgar Asgarli, MD, is an ophthalmologist. He focuses on cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma diagnosis and treatment, medical retinal diseases, and pediatric eye care. He performs oculoplastic eyelid surgery and ocular trauma surgery. His skills include intravitreal injections, pterygium excision, and neuro-ophthalmology. He also has experience with advanced intraocular lens fixation, including scleral fixation and the Yamane technique.

Achievements and accreditations: Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD). Presenter at the TOD 59th National Congress. Attended the TOD 58th National Congress. Completed the TOD Fundus Fluorescein Angiography Course (2024). Published “Comparison of the Effects of Hydrophobic and Hydrophilic Acrylic Intraocular Lenses on Lenticular Astigmatism” (DOI: 10.37844/TJ-CEO.2025.20.37). Holds certification in Botox and dermal fillers.

Dr. Chutichate Pawaropart is a neuro-ophthalmology subspecialist at Navamin 9 Hospital in Bangkok. He completed his medical degree and ophthalmology certification at Chulalongkorn University. Dr. Pawaropart received specialized neuro-ophthalmology training at Sorbonne University in Paris. He effectively treats patients in English, Thai, and French.

• Specializes in cataract surgery including phacoemulsification and IOL replacement.
• Performs neuro-ophthalmic exams to diagnose complex vision and nerve conditions.
• Treats corneal trauma, pterygium, and macular dystrophy.
• Practices at Navamin 9 Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility in Thailand.

Successfully treated over 500,000 patients – Dr. Chong Gi Von is a leading specialist in cataract and refractive surgery at BGN Eye Hospital.

• Certified surgeon for SMILE, LASIK/LASEK, and ICL implantation
• Chief Director and leading surgeon at BGN Eye Hospital in Busan
• Active member of Korean and international ophthalmological societies
• Regular speaker at global cataract and refractive surgery conferences

35,000+ surgical procedures performed – Dr. Semih Urz is a top ophthalmologist specializing in cataract surgery with multifocal lens implantation.

• 14 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
• Recipient of 'Best Doctor in Eye Health and Diseases' award by Turkish Ministry of Health
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Educator at medical faculties and author of books on eye health

900+ cataract surgeries performed – Dr. Omer Kocabiyik specializes in cataract procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 10 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
• Specialized in cataract surgery at Merzifon State Hospital
• Published papers at Ophthalmology National Congresses
• Performs refractive surgery and glaucoma treatments

Over 1,000 successful cataract surgeries – Dr. Faruk Eroglu specializes in advanced eye procedures at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• 33 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
• Member of The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Expert in retinal diseases and refractive surgery
• Graduated from Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine

Op. Dr. Yalçın İşcan is an ophthalmologist. He graduated from Istanbul University in 2005. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in 2010. He has more than 15 years of specialist experience. He performed thousands of eye surgeries at Batman Regional Hospital between 2011 and 2015. He worked at Private Batman Dünya Hospital from 2015 to 2025.

At Dünya Hospital, he provided care in cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, refractive procedures (PRK, LASIK, SMILE, phakic IOL), strabismus, oculoplastics, lacrimal surgery, pterygium, and keratoconus treatments (CXL, ICRS). He helped develop the unit into a regional referral center. Since 2023, he has also practiced two days a week at Pendik Medical Park and Kudret Göz Istanbul. Since 2020, he has been active in R&D. He founded a technopark start-up and built an AI-based red-eye decision support system. He continues to develop ophthalmic software and devices. He has several publications.

Prof. Omer Kamil Dogan specializes in cataract surgery with 55 years of experience of experience and leads the Ophthalmology Department at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental.

• Performed over 1,100 eye treatments
• Expert in cornea transplantation and corneal diseases
• Graduated from Ankara University, one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Author of 175 scientific publications and 3 book chapters

Prof. Dr. Aykan has performed 1,100+ treatments and specializes in glaucoma and cataract surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• 31 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
• Trained at Gata Military School of Medicine and San Francisco's Glaucoma Research Group
• Active member of Turkish Society of Ophthalmology's Glaucoma and Cataract-Refractive Surgery Units
• Fellow of European Board of Ophthalmology

Darius Aukstikalnis, an experienced ophthalmologist specializing in cataract treatment at Meliva Kardiolita Hospital.

• Focused on cataract surgery procedures
• Skilled in various intraocular lens implantation techniques
• Practices with modern diagnostic and surgical equipment

Dr. Levinger is a leading Israeli expert in corneal transplantation and cataract surgery. He works at the prestigious Sourasky Medical Center in Tel Aviv.

• Performed numerous lens transplantations and complex eye surgeries
• Completed a prestigious Post Doctoral Fellowship at Toronto Western Hospital in Canada
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Also a senior surgeon at Einayim and Atidim Medical Centers in Tel Aviv
• Publishes scientific research on advanced techniques for astigmatism correction

Specializing in cataract and refractive surgery, Dr. Yasar Dag brings extensive expertise from multiple prestigious hospitals.

• 17 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
• Published 12 research papers on eye conditions and treatments
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Trained in vitrectomy at Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Bardak has performed 1,100+ eye treatments and holds multiple awards for innovative cataract research, including the prestigious Troutman Award.

• 29 years of experience of specialized experience in ophthalmology
• Fellowship-trained at the University of Nijmegen in the Netherlands
• Internationally recognized for his work on hyperopia and keratoconus
• Best paper awards at national and European congresses
• Dedicated researcher focusing on cutting-edge cataract treatments

Dr. Vergés combines advanced cataract expertise with neurophysiology research – his Harvard PhD shapes his innovative approaches at Hospital Dexeus.

• Pioneering research on tear secretion earned a National Research Prize
• Director of Ophthalmology at University Hospital Dexeus Quironsalud
• Multiple international awards for cataract technique innovations
• Member of ISRS and American Academy of Ophthalmology boards

30,000+ surgical cases performed – Dr. Baha Toygar is a leading cataract specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• 30 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
• International instructor for intra corneal rings and phakic IOLs
• Member of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Co-founder of the Black Sea Ophthalmological Society

Prof. Stefan Pieh is a leading ophthalmologist specializing in cataract and refractive surgery, with decades of experience at the Medical University of Vienna.

• Professor of Ophthalmology and former Head of the Department at the Medical University of Vienna
• Expert in advanced cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation
• Specializes in corneal surgery and laser vision correction
• Authored numerous scientific publications on visual performance and refractive error correction