Keratoconus Doctors Abroad — Page 4

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.

Dr. Ahmet Alperen Koc specializes in keratoconus treatment at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy, with extensive training in ophthalmology.

• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Author of books on cataract and presbyopia treatments
• Regular participant in international ophthalmology congresses

Specializes in keratoconus treatment at Quirónsalud Marbella, with a focus on advanced corneal procedures.

• Bachelor of Medicine from the University of Malaga
• Specialist in Ophthalmology at University Hospital Torrecardenas
• Master of Clinical Ophthalmology from University CEU-Cardenal Herrera
• Treats a wide range of eye conditions, including keratoconus

Professor Michael Georgopoulos specializes in complex vitreoretinal surgery at Döbling Private Hospital, with a focus on macular and retinal conditions.

• Senior Consultant in Vitreoretinal Surgery at Medical University of Vienna
• Expert in pre- and postoperative examinations using high-resolution optical coherence tomography
• Conducts clinical studies on vitreoretinal surgical techniques
• Performs combined cataract and retinal surgeries

Professor Michael Georgopoulos specializes in vitreoretinal surgery, focusing on complex macular and retinal conditions at Vienna General Hospital.

• Senior Consultant in Vitreoretinal Surgery at Medical University of Vienna
• Expert in macular surgery including retinal detachment and vitreomacular traction
• Conducts clinical studies on advanced vitrectomy techniques
• Uses high-resolution three-dimensional optical coherence tomography for precise diagnostics

Dr. Sacu specializes in retinal and macular diseases at Vienna General Hospital (AKH), with extensive research in genetic therapies for inherited retinal conditions.

• Over 32 years of experience of clinical and academic experience
• Expert in modern cataract and retinal surgery
• Key researcher in novel treatments for retinal dystrophies
• Recipient of Theodor-Koerner Science Price
• Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons

Dr. Jacob Peer is a Cardiothoracic specialist with 51 years of experience of experience, focused on thoracic surgery at Ichilov Medical Center.

• Trained in thoracoscopic advanced lung surgery at Cedars-Sinai Hospital
• Chief of Thoracic Surgery Department at Assaf Harofeh Medical Center
• Author of 20+ articles on lung cancer and thoracic surgery

20,000+ ophthalmic surgeries performed – Dr. Fırat Helvacıoğlu specializes in cataract and refractive surgery at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• 23 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
• Member of ESCRS, ASCRS, ISRS, and ICO
• Certified by the International Council of Ophthalmology
• Trained at Marmara University and Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Research Hospital
• Regularly attends international ophthalmology congresses

Specializes in advanced corneal procedures including Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking – a key treatment for Keratoconus at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Trained in LASIK and Femtosecond Applications for precise vision correction
• Certified in Corneal Topography Analyzing for accurate diagnosis
• Member of prestigious organizations like AAO and ESCRS
• Fellowship at İzmir Bozyaka Teaching and Training Hospital

Dr. Schaller specializes in advanced laser vision correction and corneal treatments at Eye Clinic of Herzog Carl Theodor-Munich.

• Expert in LASIK, PRK, and ReLEx SMILE procedures
• Skilled in Argon and YAG laser treatments
• Performs corneal transplants and complex glaucoma operations
• Specializes in tear duct and eyelid surgeries

Prof. Türkçüoğlu specializes in advanced eye care with a strong focus on vitreoretinal procedures from his training at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

• Over 27 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
• Assistant and associate professor roles at multiple universities
• Trained in vitreoretinal surgery at Wilmer Eye Institute
• Current professor at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics

Prof Yildirim specializes in corneal biomechanics and keratoconus, with extensive experience in keratoplasty and refractive surgery.

• Over 16 years of experience of experience in ophthalmology
• Holds European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma (EBOD)
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society's Cornea Department
• Professor at Acibadem District Hospital since 2024

Dr. Mehmet Orçun Akdemir has published over 20 studies on keratoconus treatments, including comparisons of deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty techniques.

• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Specializes in big bubble vs. manual lamellar dissection for DALK
• Presented research at international ophthalmology conferences
• Works at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics focusing on corneal conditions

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

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