Page 2 - Best LASIK eye surgery doctors in Istanbul: TOP 43 doctors

• Performed over 12,000 surgeries, including lasik eye surgery.
• Trained in the USA and the UK: London, San Diego, Houston, Los Angeles.
• Member of TOD (Turkish Ophthalmological Association), ASRS (American Society of Retina Specialists), AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology), EVRS (European VitreoRetinal Society).
• Expert in lasik eye surgery and laser eye surgery techniques.
• Published 63 international research papers on ophthalmology.

• Utilizes ReLEx SMILE and LASEK techniques for lasik eye surgery.
• Trained in Turkey and has international publications in ophthalmology.
• Awarded 'Best Doctor in Eye Health and Diseases' twice by Turkish Ministry of Health.
• Certified by the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Member of the Turkish Medical Association.

13 years of active ophthalmology practice – Dr. Gorgun specializes in LASIK eye surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler.

• Trained at Ankara University and Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa
• Lecturer at Yeditepe University Faculty of Medicine
• Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association Medical Retina Unit

Specializes in cataract and refractive surgery with extensive training at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published multiple studies on refractive surgery techniques
• Expertise in corneal diseases and keratoplasty
• Trained in vitrectomy at Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital

Prof. Arslan developed two original corneal techniques and leads the Eye Clinic at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Former Head of Ophthalmology at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Authored 57 international papers on ophthalmology
• Member of AAO and ESCRS
• Examiner for European Board of Ophthalmology

Specializes in intraLase laser eye surgery and femtosecond laser procedures at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Graduated from Istanbul Bilim University School of Medicine
• Completed specialization at Akdeniz University
• Published research in peer-reviewed ophthalmology journals

Dr. Duygu Tez trained in ophthalmology at New York University Mount Sinai Hospital and specializes in precision eye care.

• Over 30 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Trained in Bausch & Lomb surgical excimer laser system
• Specializes in corneal and ocular surface diseases
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Dr. Mehmet Orçun Akdemir is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association with extensive research published in internationally refereed journals.

• Authored 24+ SCI-E indexed publications on ophthalmology
• Specializes in corneal and refractive surgery techniques
• Presented research at international ophthalmology congresses
• Translated key ophthalmology textbooks into Turkish

Dr. Tuğrul Akın is an experienced ophthalmologist. He graduated from Ankara University School of Medicine. He completed his specialist training at Gülhane Military Medical Academy in Turkey. He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association and the Turkish Medical Association. He is committed to professional growth and ongoing medical education.

Dr. Akın has made important contributions to ophthalmology. He focuses on advanced diagnostics and new treatment methods. His clinical practice is known for high patient satisfaction and compliance with international standards. Dr. Akın is recognized as a respected expert in Turkish ophthalmology.

Curriculum Vitae

Place and Date of Birth

• Manisa, 1965

Language Skills

• English

Education and Experience

• Uludağ University, School of Medicine
• Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital (Specialization Training)

Number of scientific publications and articles

• 201

Case Experience

• Experience with more than 55,000 surgical cases during 32 years of active service as an ophthalmologist.

Memberships

• American Academy of Ophthalmology
• European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
• Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Turkish Republics Ophthalmology Society
• Turkish Medical Association
• Society of Fenerbahçe Fans

Dr. Aylin Koc Akbay is an experienced ophthalmologist. She focuses on treating complex eye diseases and performing eye surgeries. She is skilled in cataract surgery with IOL replacement, as well as ReLEx SMILE, LASEK, and LASIK procedures. Her work has helped many patients achieve better vision.

Dr. Akbay is a member of respected organizations such as the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. She is known for her expertise and dedication to patient care. Her patients report high satisfaction, and she continues to contribute to advances in ophthalmology.

Dr. Zeynep Alkin brings over 20 years of specialized ophthalmology experience, with advanced training in refractive surgery techniques.

• Research fellow at Doheny Eye Institute, University of Southern California
• Member of both Medical and Surgical Retinal Boards of Turkish Ophthalmological Society
• Specialized in SKBM microkeratome techniques for precise corneal reshaping

Associate Professor Muhammet Derda Ozer brings specialized LASIK expertise from Istanbul University and Wills Eye Institute training.

• Fellowship-trained in ocular oncology at Thomas Jefferson University
• Published multiple studies on refractive errors and vision correction
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Holds International Council of Ophthalmology advanced certification
• Currently teaches at Istanbul Yeni Yuzyil University

Dr. Dag specializes in LASIK and refractive surgeries with extensive experience across multiple hospitals.

• Trained in ophthalmology at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Expertise in cataract and refractive surgery
• Published research on innovative eye surgery techniques
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association

CURRICULUM VITAE

Place and Date of Birth

• Samsun, 1959

Language Skills

• English

Education and Experience

• Hacettepe University, Faculty of Medicine
• Istanbul Haydarpasa Numune Hospital (Specialization)

Case Experience

• Experience of over 20.000 surgery cases

Memberships

• Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Turkish Medical Association
• ESCRS (European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeon)
• ASCRS (American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery)
• AAO (American Academy of Opthalmology)

Seminars

• -I introduced this subject for the first time in Turkey with the seminars I gave on Eye and Complementary Medicine (Iridology) on the Natural Body, Mind and Mental Health Festival, Military Museum Harbiye Cultural Site.

Awards

• TÜBİTAK Turkey First Place in Biology with my scientific research on the eye in my second year of high school.

Scientific Studies

• Creating visual awareness with sound waves (Echolocation) in blind people

National Publications

• The importance of retinal nerve fiber photography in the diagnosis of glaucoma