Page 2 - Best Keratoconus doctors in Turkey: TOP 84 doctors

Dr. Digdem Begendi is an experienced ophthalmologist. She specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement, LASIK, and strabismus treatment. She is skilled in advanced procedures, including intraLase laser eye surgery, laser iridotomy, and femtosecond laser techniques.

Dr. Begendi has published several articles in national and international journals. Her work shows a strong commitment to research and clinical care. She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association. She completed her medical degree at Istanbul Bilim University and her specialization at Akdeniz University.

Dr. Mehmet Tahir Sam has performed over 27,000 surgical cases, specializing in complex eye surgeries at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital Antalya.

• 27 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, serving on the Konya and Antalya branch boards
• Certified in Artisan Iris and EVRS Vitreoretinal Surgery applications
• International recognition with more than 10 scientific publications
• Instructor for live surgery demonstrations at major ophthalmology congresses

Dr. Alkin brings extensive ophthalmology expertise, with specialized training in medical and surgical retina at Doheny Eye Institute in Los Angeles.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with over 20 years of clinical experience
• Fellow of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society's Surgical Retinal Board
• Performs advanced diagnostic imaging and treatment for retinal conditions
• Published numerous studies on macular diseases and retinal therapies

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. Tuğrul Akın brings precision and expertise to keratoconus treatment at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Trained at Ankara University School of Medicine
• Advanced education at Gülhane Military Medical Academy
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmological Association

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. 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

Prof. Husnu Guzel has performed over 15,000 eye surgeries in his 37-year career, specializing in complex ophthalmological cases at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Professor at Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine
• Published more than 100 scientific articles on ophthalmology
• Specialized in eye surgery since 1980
• Fluent in English for international patients

Dr. Akyurt specializes in corneal treatments, trained internationally with a focus on cutting-edge techniques for Keratoconus.

• Holds certificates in corneal collagen cross-linking and corneal topography analyzing
• Member of prestigious societies like DOG and AAO
• Trained at University Eye Clinic Cologne and Tuebingen in Germany
• Regularly participates in international ophthalmology congresses
• Skilled in both LASIK and presbyopia correction techniques

9 years of experience in ophthalmology – Dr. Ceylan specializes in treating Keratoconus at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Focuses on advanced treatments for corneal conditions
• Skilled in modern diagnostic and therapeutic techniques
• Dedicated to personalized patient care