Best ophthalmologists in Istanbul: TOP 96 doctors

Dr. Abdullah Ozkaya has performed thousands of retinal and laser eye surgeries over 20+ years, specializing in complex vitreoretinal procedures at Memorial Şişli Hospital.

• Expert in retinal detachment surgery and macular degeneration treatments
• Active member of the European Vitreoretinal Society
• Trained at İzmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital
• Published extensively in ophthalmology research

Dr. Omer Faruk Oge is an experienced ophthalmologist with 16 years in the field. He has performed more than 10,000 surgeries. His areas of expertise include strabismus, ocular aesthetics, amblyopia, cataract, laser and intraocular lens procedures, retinal diseases, pediatric eye care, and general eye exams.

Dr. Oge graduated from Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He completed his specialization at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital. He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Ophthalmology Association, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS).

30,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Kubaloglu is a leading ophthalmologist specializing in cataract, keratoconus, and cornea treatments at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• 20+ years of experience in ophthalmology
• Specializes in advanced laser and refractive procedures
• Published 100+ scientific papers in eye surgery
• Member of prestigious societies including ESCRS and ASCRS

• Specializes in Cataract, Glaucoma, and Strabismus surgeries.
• Trained in Dicle University, Turkey, with international publication presence.
• Performed over 20,000 surgical cases with a focus on ocular procedures.
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• Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici holds a professorship in Ophthalmology.
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmological Association, enhancing clinical expertise.
• Offers in-person consultations at Private Bagcilar Şafak Hospital.

Medical interests:

• 1. Ocular Oncology

• 2. Surgical Retina

• 3. Uveitis

• 4. Medical Retina

• 5. Cataract

Education:

• 1. Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine 2004-2010

• 2. Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology 2011-2016

Experience:

• Liv Hospital Ulus

• 1st Hakkari State Hospital

• 2. Van Yüzüncü Yıl University, Faculty of Medicine

• 3. Yeni Yüzyıl University, Gaziosmanpaşa Hospital

Research & Publications:

Dr. Derda Ozer has worked on 5 major research projects in ophthalmology, including studies on uveitis, macular degeneration, and retinal conditions. He has helped test new treatments for inflammatory and vascular eye diseases in clinical trials.

Dr. Ozer has also published over 35 research papers in esteemed journals such as Cornea and International Ophthalmology. His work focuses on advanced imaging techniques, long-term outcome studies, and evaluations of innovative treatments.

Memberships:

• 1st Turkish Ophthalmology Association

• 2nd Turkish Medical Association

Awards:

• 1. ICO-STAAR Surgical Three-Month Fellowship in Vitreo-Retina

2023 - Present, Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL BAHCELIEVLER HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2016 - 2023, Istanbul/Türkiye

DR.LÜTFİ KIRDAR KARTAL CITY HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist (Chief assistant)

2015 - 2016, Istanbul/Türkiye

DR.SADİ KONUK BAKIRKÖY TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist (Chief assistant)

2012 - 2015, Nigde/Türkiye

NIGDE TRAINING AND RESEARCH HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2010 - 2012, Osmaniye/Türkiye

KADIRLI STATE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist (Compulsory Service)

2005 - Present, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MEMORIAL SISLI HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2004 - 2005, Ankara/Ankara/Türkiye

GATA TRAINING HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

2001 - 2004, Muğla/Muğla/Türkiye

MARINE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

1994 - 2001, Istanbul/Istanbul/Türkiye

MARINE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

1991 - 1993, Hatay/Hatay/Türkiye

MARINE HOSPITAL

Ophthalmologist

1986 - 1988, Kocaeli/Kocaeli/Türkiye

COMMODATE OF THE MINESHIP FLOTILLA

General Practitioner

1985 - 1986, Ankara/Ankara/Türkiye

GATA TRAINING HOSPITAL

General Practitioner

Dr. Ömer Kocabıyık has completed his specialization in the Department of Ophthalmology at Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University in 2016. He performed many cataract operations at Merzifon State Hospital and at Sancaktepe Training and Research Hospital Ophthalmology Clinic. He also performs blepharoplasty (eyelid) and excimer laser treatment of refractive errors (hypermetropia, astigmatism, myopia). He diagnoses, treats and monitors medical and glaucoma diseases. His papers were published at the 2012/2013/2015/2017 Ophthalmology National Congresses.

FIELDS OF MEDICAL INTERESTS

Retina

glaucoma

Cornea

Refractive Surgery

Cataract

Dr. Fevzi Akkan is an experienced eye specialist. He focuses on cataract surgery, refractive error correction, and retinal treatments. He performed Turkey’s first bionic eye surgery. This achievement earned him the TOD Best Surgical Video Award in 2016.

Dr. Akkan is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the European Vitreoretinal Society. He graduated from Istanbul School of Medicine in 1997. He completed his ophthalmology training at Istanbul Training and Research Hospital in 2002.

• Specializes in Retinal Diseases, Cataract, Refractive Surgery, and Excimer Laser.
• Trained in Istanbul, with experience in Europe and the USA.
• Performed 10,000+ Argon Lasers, 5,000+ Excimer Lasers, 1,000+ Cataract Surgeries.
• Member of Turkish and American Ophthalmology Associations.
• Active in European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgery.
• Offers online consultations for eye disease and surgery patients.

30,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Baha Toygar is a leading specialist in precision cataract and laser treatments at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• International instructor for advanced intraocular lens techniques
• Moderator at ESCRS symposium on premium IOLs
• Co-founder of the Black Sea Ophthalmological Society
• Member of American and European cataract surgery societies

9,000+ surgical cases in ophthalmology – Dr. Yilmaz specializes in strabismus at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Specialized in Eye Diseases at Istanbul University
• Authored 3 publications on ophthalmology
• Presented research on third cranial nerve palsy at international congresses
• Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology

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. Ayse Yesim Oral is an Ophthalmology Specialist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital in Istanbul. She has more than 25 years of experience. She has worked at Afyonkarahisar University of Health Sciences and Kartal Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Oral earned her medical degree from Istanbul University. She completed her specialist training in ophthalmology at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine.

Dr. Oral has published several articles on glaucoma, cataract surgery, refractive surgery, and pediatric ophthalmology. She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, the Strabismus Unit, and the World Society of Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. She has also been a panelist and course instructor at national ophthalmology congresses. Her main interests are strabismus and pediatric eye health.

Dr. Ozden Gul is a general surgeon trained at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine. She completed her general surgery residency at Haydarpaşa Numune Training and Research Hospital. She has decades of surgical experience and is fluent in English.

Her practice includes gastrointestinal surgery (gallbladder disease, hernias, appendicitis, GI disorders). She also treats endocrine conditions (thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal) and breast disease, both benign and malignant. She manages emergency and trauma cases. She offers minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery.

She has worked at Haydarpaşa Numune, Bakırköy, Taksim First Aid, Uzunköprü State, Keşan State, Beykoz Medical Center, and Medivia Hospital. She is known for meticulous technique and patient-centered care.

Dr. Dicle Hazirolan is an Ophthalmology Specialist at Memorial Ataşehir Hospital, Istanbul (2024–). Former Professor of Ophthalmology and Training Supervisor at the University of Health Sciences’ Ankara and Haydarpaşa Numune Training & Research Hospitals (2014–2024).

Focus areas: medical retina and uvea. Observer Physician at Charité, Berlin, Retina & Uvea Unit (2011–2013).

Publications include a 2024 book chapter on congenital conjunctival anomalies. Also a peer-reviewed study on PRN anti-VEGF in pachychoroid neovasculopathy vs AMD (Int Ophthalmol, 2024). Presentations at Euretina 2018 and the Turkish Ophthalmology Society 2022. Active member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Society (Medical Retina; Uvea & Behçet) and the Ophthalmology Society of Turkic Republics. MD from Hacettepe University. Ophthalmology residency at Beyoğlu and Ankara TRH.

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. Kavalcıoğlu is a member of prestigious ophthalmology societies including AAO, ASCRS, and ESCRS, with extensive international conference participation.

• Specializes in advanced cataract and refractive surgery techniques
• Trained at Hacettepe University – one of Turkey's top medical schools
• Regular participant in European and global ophthalmology congresses
• Active in research and education through international seminars