Best Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP disease) doctors in Turkey: TOP 12 doctors

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici has performed over 20,000 eye surgeries in his 33-year career, specializing in ophthalmology at Prof. Dr. Ahmet Satici's Private Practice.

• Associate Professor since 2002, full professorship at Harran University
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Graduated from Uludag University Faculty of Medicine
• Specialized in Ophthalmology at Dicle University

Specialized in retina and vitreoretinal surgery – Dr. Sönmezer brings over 20 years of focused expertise to treating Retinopathy of Prematurity.

• Trained at Istanbul Okmeydanı Training and Research Hospital
• Founding partner of Kayseri Maya Eye Hospital
• Extensive experience across multiple World Eye Hospital branches
• Currently practices at Antalya Medical Park Hospital

Dr. Dag specializes in ophthalmology with expertise in Retinopathy of Prematurity, backed by extensive training and experience in eye surgery.

• Ophthalmology specialist with over 10 years of experience
• Trained in vitrectomy at Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published multiple research papers on eye conditions and treatments

Prof. Arslan is a pioneer in ophthalmology with two original surgical techniques to his name. He leads the Eye Clinic at Florence Nightingale Hospitals in Istanbul.

• Former head of Ophthalmology at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Developed the Arslan closed and covered cornea techniques
• Authored 57 international peer-reviewed articles
• President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (2017-2019)
• Trained at University of Frankfurt and Darmstadt Eye Clinic

Dr. Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Acibadem University (2023–2025). He practices at Acibadem Maslak Hospital (2024–2025). He completed a glaucoma fellowship at Harvard/Mass Eye and Ear in 2016. His clinical work covers glaucoma (MIGS, seton procedures), cornea (limbal stem cell surgery), lacrimal surgery (scarless endoscopic DCR), medical retina (intravitreal injections), myopia control in children, and orbital surgery.

He earned his MD from Hacettepe University and ranked 3rd in his class. He began his ophthalmology residency after placing 11th in Turkey’s TUS exam. Certifications include ICO Basic and Clinical (2010), FEBO (2015), Turkish Board (2016), Advanced ICO/FICO (2017), and USMLE Step 4. His awards include Acibadem Academic Achievement (2015–2023), Best Presentation (2022), and TOD awards (2022–2023). He has published 58 international articles and 15 books. He holds an MSc in Biological Data Science (GPA 3.94/4.00, top of term) and completed training in AI in Healthcare in 2020.

Dr. Tunc brings specialized training from Johns Hopkins' Wilmer Eye Institute, focusing on pediatric eye conditions at Medipol Acibadem Hospital.

• Completed ophthalmology residency at Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Research fellowship at one of America's top eye institutes
• Works with premature infants' delicate retinal conditions
• Practices at a leading Istanbul hospital with advanced neonatal care

Prof Yildirim specializes in corneal and refractive surgeries at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital, with extensive training in ophthalmology.

• European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma holder
• Expert in keratoplasty and cataract surgery
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society
• Associate Professor experience at University of Health Sciences

Specializes in Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) with dedicated fellowships in vitreo-retinal surgery and medical retina. Currently practices at Medipol University Pendik Hospital.

• Trained at Gazi University for vitreo-retinal surgery
• Completed ROP fellowship at SBÜ Zekai Tahir Burak EAH
• 8+ years of experience in ophthalmology
• Works at a leading university hospital

900+ retinal procedures performed – Associate Professor Ozer brings 14 years of ophthalmology experience with a vitreoretinal focus.

• Completed a prestigious vitreoretinal surgical fellowship at University of Kansas
• Associate Professor at Yeni Yuzyil Istanbul University
• Passed all International Council of Ophthalmology exams
• Sub-investigator in multiple clinical trials for retinal treatments

Specializes in pediatric eye conditions, including Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP), at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital.

• 16 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Vitrectomy-trained at Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Trusted member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Published research on pediatric eye conditions and treatments

Specializes in Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) at Liv Hospital Ulus, with a focus on pediatric eye conditions.

• Trained in ophthalmology at Uludağ University
• Expertise in medical retina and corneal transplant
• Works at one of Turkey's leading hospitals
• Member of multiple prestigious medical institutions

Specializing in advanced retinal treatments, Dr. Ersoz is an Associate Professor focused on Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) at Biruni University Hospital.

• Trained at Istanbul Retina Institute for vitreoretinal surgery
• Ranked first in Turkey's Medical Specialty Examination
• Conducted over 50 published scientific studies on retinal diseases
• Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO)
• Active member of Medical Retina and Vitreoretinal Surgery Units at TOD