Glaucoma Doctors Worldwide

Ophthalmic surgeon

Dr. Pak Jongbeom is the Chief of Ophthalmology at Naeun Hospital. He focuses on retinal and vitreous diseases, such as uveitis and macular degeneration. He also treats general ophthalmology conditions, including cataract and glaucoma.

Education and training: M.D., Kyung Hee University Graduate School of Medicine. Internship, ophthalmology residency, and fellowship at Kyung Hee University Medical Center.

Accreditations: Full Member, Korean Ophthalmological Society. Regular member, American Society of Retina Specialists, EURETINA, Asia-Pacific Vitreo-Retina Society, and Asia-Pacific Retina Ophthalmic Imaging Society.

Publications: Park JB et al., J Korean Ophthalmol Soc. 2021;62(1):109-13. 2021;62(6):762-8. Park JB et al., Taiwan J Ophthalmol. 2022;12:394-408.

Dr. Nam Sanghyu is a board-certified ophthalmologist at Asan Medical Center. He is a Clinical Specialist and Clinical Professor. His practice focuses on cataract and presbyopia. He also treats cornea and ocular surface disease, including dry eye, external eye disease, and tear duct problems. He manages retina and glaucoma disorders, including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.

Accreditations: Full Member of KOS, KDES, KCDS, KSCRS, and the Korean Contact Lens Study Society. Regular Member of ASCRS, ESCRS, and APACRS.

Publications: Scientific Reports (2022) on big data linking air pollution and conjunctivitis. Ophthalmologica (2021) on OCTA after repair of macula-off rhegmatogenous retinal detachment. Journal of the Korean Ophthalmological Society (2021) on blue light and polyphenolic protection.

Professor Itzik Avni is an experienced ophthalmologist specializing in glaucoma at Assaf Harofeh Medical Center.

• Specializes in glaucoma diagnosis and treatment
• Professor title indicates high academic and clinical standards
• Works at a leading medical center in Israel

Yair Morad is a Pediatric Ophthalmologist who specializes in treating strabismus.

• Focuses on eye conditions in children, including glaucoma
• Specialist training in the management of strabismus
• Works at the leading Assuta Medical Center

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. Nantinee Vilainerun is a dedicated glaucoma surgery specialist at Bangkok Eye Hospital, fluent in both Thai and English.

• Specialized in glaucoma during residency at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Worked as a glaucoma subspecialist at Chulabhorn Hospital and Jakkrawong Hospital
• Affiliated with Bangkok Eye Hospital's team of ophthalmologists
• Trained in ophthalmology at Ramathibodi Hospital's Faculty of Medicine

Leads the Ophthalmology Department at the renowned Vienna General Hospital.

• An expert ophthalmologist with a focus on complex eye diseases
• Runs a specialized clinic for glaucoma patients
• Author of key publications on glaucoma research

40 years of expertise in ophthalmology – Dr Erdal Otman specializes in Glaucoma management at ÜMRAN TIP MERKEZİ.

• Performs both medical and surgical treatments for Glaucoma
• Expert in controlling intraocular pressure to preserve vision
• Trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Specializes in Cataract Surgery and Corneal Diseases

Dr. Akdemir specializes in glaucoma treatment with extensive research and clinical experience at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published over 20 peer-reviewed articles on glaucoma and related conditions
• Expert in trabeculectomy and Ahmed glaucoma valve implantation
• Translated key ophthalmology texts, including 'Glaucoma, How to Protect Your Vision'

Dr. Jorn Jorgensen holds the record for performing the highest number of ICL and trifocal surgeries in Europe. With over 36 years in ophthalmology, he's a pioneer in refractive surgery.

• Recipient of the Hans-Sautter Award and multiple ICL™ Awards
• President of the Association of Special Clinics in Germany for Eye Laser and Refractive Surgery
• Trained in refractive surgery at the Newman-Eye-Institute in Florida
• Member of prestigious societies including AAO and ESCRS