Vitreous body destruction Doctors Abroad — Page 3

Dr. Nafiz Selcuk Cekmeceli has trained in refractive and phaco surgery at top international institutions like Miami Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute.

• Over 34 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Specialized in refractive surgery at Moscow University Eye Institute
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Currently practices at VM MedicalPark Pendik Hospital

Over 36 years serving Kosovo's public healthcare system – Dr. Vuçitërna specializes in ophthalmology with a focus on anterior segment diseases.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with extensive outpatient and hospital-based experience
• Member of the Kosovo Chamber of Doctors (Oda e Mjekëve të Kosovës)
• Fluent in Albanian, Serbian, Croatian, and Slovene for better patient communication
• Dedicated to patient-centered care throughout his three-decade career

Dr. Kiziltoprak specializes in vitreous body destruction with extensive research and clinical experience in retinal diseases and treatments.

• Published over 40 research articles in international journals
• Expert in advanced retinal treatments and surgical techniques
• Member of multiple ophthalmology research groups

Specializes in cataract and strabismus surgery at Quirónsalud Marbella – trained at top Spanish hospitals.

• Expert in monofocal, toric, and premium multifocal lenses
• Treats both adults and children with strabismus
• Master's in Clinical Ophthalmology from CEU-Cardenal Herrera
• Skilled in pterygium surgery and amblyopia treatment

Over 5,000 ophthalmology cases in 11 years – Dr. Vural specializes in vitreous body treatments at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Trained at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich
• Board-certified by the European Board of Ophthalmology
• Published author on retinal treatments and corneal procedures
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Over 15,000 eye surgeries performed – Dr. Guzel brings nearly four decades of expertise to vitreous body treatments at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with 46 years of active service
• Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine
• Author of 100+ scientific publications on ophthalmology
• Specialized training at one of Turkey's leading medical schools

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.

Prof. Michael Georgopoulos specializes in vitreoretinal surgery, with a focus on macular disorders and innovative surgical techniques.

• Senior Consultant at the Department of Ophthalmology, Medical University of Vienna
• Expert in macular surgery, including macular hole and retinal detachment
• Conducts high-resolution optical coherence tomography (HR-OCT) for pre- and post-op assessment
• Leads clinical studies on vitreoretinal surgery techniques and outcomes
• Combines cataract and retinal surgeries for efficient treatment

Dr. Stefan Sacu specializes in retinal and macular diseases, with extensive research on new therapies for exudative macula diseases at Vienna General Hospital.

• Expert in cataract and retinal surgery
• Conducts research on genetic therapies for hereditary retinal diseases
• Member of DGII and ESCRS
• Recipient of the Theodor-Koerner Science Price

Professor Michael Georgopoulos specializes in vitreoretinal surgery at Vienna General Hospital, focusing on macular and vitreous disorders with advanced techniques.

• Senior Consultant in Vitreoretinal Surgery at Medical University of Vienna
• Expert in macular surgery and vitreous disorders
• Conducts clinical studies on vitreoretinal surgery outcomes
• Uses high-resolution three-dimensional optical coherence tomography (HR-OCT)

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. Jacob Peer is a senior thoracic surgeon with 51 years of experience in cardiothoracic surgery. He works at the Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Centre (Ichilov Medical Centre).

• Completed advanced training in thoracoscopic lung surgery at Cedars-Sinai Hospital, Los Angeles
• Former Chief of the Thoracic Surgery Department at Assaf Harofeh Medical Center
• Author of more than 20 research articles on lung cancer and pleural pathology
• Frequent speaker at international and local medical meetings

Dr. Helvacıoğlu is a highly specialized ophthalmologist with extensive international training in vitreous body procedures.

• Member of multiple prestigious ophthalmology societies including ESCRS and ISRS
• Regularly attends international congresses to stay updated on latest techniques
• Holds certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology
• Trained at Marmara University and Bakirkoy Dr. Sadi Konuk Hospital

Dr. Sutan Kaya specializes in advanced eye procedures, with expertise in vitreous body issues at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Member of prestigious ophthalmology societies including AAO and ESCRS
• Trained in cutting-edge techniques like scleral fixation and corneal cross-linking
• Skilled in femtosecond laser applications for anterior segment surgery

Prof Yildirim specializes in corneal surgeries and refractive procedures with extensive training at prestigious institutions.

• Holds European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma (EBOD)
• Expert in keratoplasty and cataract surgery techniques
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society's Cornea and Ocular Surface Department
• Professor at Acıbadem District Hospital with academic appointments

Dr. Mehmet Orçun Akdemir has published 24 articles in international peer-reviewed journals, focusing on corneal and anterior segment issues.

• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• 23 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Performed over 900 procedures
• Specializes in corneal and anterior segment conditions

Prof. Türkçüoğlu trained at Johns Hopkins – one of the world's top eye institutes – specializing in vitreoretinal surgery.

• Over 27 years of experience treating complex eye conditions
• Professor at Biruni University in Istanbul
• Works exclusively at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics
• Specialized in both vitreoretinal and medical retinal care