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Best Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP disease) ophthalmologists: TOP 10 doctors

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Microscopic Spine Surgery
Orthopedic spine surgeon
17 years of experience
Spain, Barcelona
Hospital Universitari Quiron-Dexeus

Microscopic Spine Surgery

Orthopedic spine surgeon
17 years of experience

During his career, Dr. Covaro has a continuous participation in international meetings and contributed to several articles published in scientific magazines. Dr. Covaro is a member of several professional organizations, including the Spanish Society of Orthopedics, AOspine, GEER and Eurospine.

 

Currently, Dr. Covaro attends his patients at the Institut Universitari Dexeus and the Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, in Barcelona. To make an appointment with Dr. Augusto Covaro, contact ICATME, Institut Universitari Dexeus


 

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Kim Kuk Hwe
Ophtalmologist
15 years of experience
Republic of Korea, Seongnam
Alpha seoul eye clinic

Kim Kuk Hwe

Ophtalmologist
15 years of experience
  • Graduated from Seoul National University School of Medicine
  • Resident doctor at Seoul National University Hospital
  • Ophthalmologist at Samsung Hospital
  • Internship at the Mayo Clinic (Minnesota, Rochester)
  • Former Director of Ophthalmology Department of Pocheon Hospital (Gyeonggi Medical Center)
  • Former Director/Doctor of Glory Seoul Eye Clinic
  • Member of the Korean Association of Ophthalmologists
  • Member of the Korean Contact Lens Research Society
  • Member of the Korean Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
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Ugur Tunc
Pediatric eye doctor
8 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Ugur Tunc

Pediatric eye doctor
8 years of experience

Education and Training:

  • 9/2009 - 7/2016: MD, Uludag University School of Medicine, Bursa, Turkey
  • 3/2017 - 5/2021: Ophthalmology Residency, Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2/2023 - 12/2023: Research Fellowship, Johns Hopkins University, Wilmer Eye Institute, USA

Professional Experience:

  • 8/2016 - 2/2017: Staff, Silivri State Hospital, Emergency Department, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 7/2021 - 2/2023: Ophthalmologist, Eyupsultan State Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 2/2023 - 5/2023: Ophthalmologist, New Century University, Department of Ophthalmology, Istanbul, Turkey
  • 5/2023 - Present: Ophthalmologist, Medipol Acibadem Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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Prof Yusuf Yildirim
Ophtalmologist
14 years of experience
5.0
2 reviews
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol Acibadem District Hospital

Prof Yusuf Yildirim

Ophtalmologist
14 years of experience

Areas of Expertise and Interest:

  • Keratoplasty (Penetrating and Lamellar)
  • Refractive Surgery
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Corneal Biomechanics and Keratoconus

Education:

  • Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine

Professional and Observational Experience:

  • Assistant Doctor (Ophthalmology) at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, 2006-2010
  • Ophthalmologist at Ağrı Patnos Government Hospital, 2011-2012
  • Ophthalmologist (Cataract and Refractive Surgery Department, Cornea and Ocular Surface Disease Department) at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, 2012-2018
  • Associate Professor at University of Health Sciences, Beyoğlu Eye Research and Training Hospital, Istanbul, 2018-2024
  • Professor at Acıbadem District Hospital, 2024-Present

International Diplomas:

  • European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma (EBOD) 
  • International Council of Ophthalmology - Basic Science, 2017
  • International Council of Ophthalmology - Optics and Refraction, 2017
  • International Council of Ophthalmology - Clinical Science, 2018
  • International Council of Ophthalmology - Advanced, 2018 (FICO)

Certificates:

  • Basic Good Clinical Practices
  • Advanced Good Clinical Practices

Memberships in Scientific Organizations:

  • Turkish Ophthalmology Society
    • Active Member, Cornea and Ocular Surface Department
    • Active Member, Young Ophthalmologist Department
    • Active Member, Cataract and Refractive Surgery Department
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Jesus Jimenez
Ophtalmologist
39 years of experience

Jesus Jimenez

Ophtalmologist
39 years of experience
Mexico, Mexico City
DR. IRERI ASTEINZA Clinic
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Jakub Ciecierski
Ophtalmologist
10 years of experience
4.0
48 reviews
Poland, Jelenia Góra
KCM Clinic

Jakub Ciecierski

Ophtalmologist
10 years of experience

Jakub Ciecierski is a specialist in the field of ophthalmology.

The doctor admits patients as part of specialist consultations, as well as performs a number of outpatient procedures, such as: 

OCT, RNFL, Laser therapy, Fluorescein Angiography

 

Diseases treated:

glaucoma

cataract

eye diseases

eyesight defects

conjunctivitis

myopia

dry eye syndrome

macular degeneration

astigmatism

allergic eye diseases

 

 

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Find out about the best doctors here

20 top ranked Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP disease) doctors in the world are represented on this page. The list includes only verified specialists known for their experience and high success rates.

The ranking is composed according to the Bookimed patient reviews and considers the rating of hospitals where doctors practice.

Top 5 Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP disease) doctors on Bookimed.com:

How to choose the best Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP disease) doctors in the world?

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Famous Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP disease) doctors have vast experience, continue education constantly, participate in professional associations and have positive feedback from patients treated.

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Karol Nowacki
Ophtalmologist
12 years of experience
4.0
48 reviews
Poland, Jelenia Góra
KCM Clinic

Karol Nowacki

Ophtalmologist
12 years of experience

The doctor admits patients as part of specialist consultations, as well as performs a number of outpatient procedures, such as:

 OCT, RNFL, Laser therapy, 

Fluorescein Angiography

Diseases treated:

 

  • glaucoma
  • cataract
  • eye diseases
  • eyesight defects
  • conjunctivitis
  • myopia
  • dry eye syndrome
  • macular degeneration
  • astigmatism
  • allergic eye diseases

 

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Ugur Yayla
Ophtalmologist
9 years of experience
Turkey, Istanbul
Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Ugur Yayla

Ophtalmologist
9 years of experience

EDUCATION:

2015

Uludag University, Ophthalmology

2008

Eskişehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine

2001

Kırıkkale Science High School, Numerical

EXPERIENCE:

2019Gazi Üniversitesi Tıp Fakültesi Göz Hastalıkları (Vitreo-Retinal Cerrahi ve Tıbbi Retina Fellowship)/

2016SBÜ Zekai Tahir Burak EAH (Prematüre Retinopatisi Fellowship)/

2015 - 2023Kocaeli Derince Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi

2023 - Medipol University Pendik Hospital

 

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Theppachai Thammikasakul
Ophtalmologist
24 years of experience
Thailand, Bangkok
Intrarat Hospital

Theppachai Thammikasakul

Ophtalmologist
24 years of experience

Theppachai Thammikasakul, M.D. Ophthalmologist

 

Work and Educational Experiences 

 

Graduated (M.D. From)

Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Phramongkutklao College of Medicine

 

Certificates

Ophthalmology Certificate, Phramongkutklao Hospital

Sub-board / Fellowship in Corneal and Refractive Surgery at Khonkaen University

 

Current Position

Theppachai Thammikasakul is currently working as Ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital

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Ponpawee Jindarak
Ophtalmologist
17 years of experience
Thailand, Bangkok
Intrarat Hospital

Ponpawee Jindarak

Ophtalmologist
17 years of experience

Ponpawee Jindarak, M.D.

 

Ophthalmologist

 

Graduated (M.D. From)

Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University

An eye care specialist. Unlike optometrists and opticians, I am a doctors of medicine (MD) or doctors of osteopathy (DO). I have specialized training and experience in diagnosing and treating eye and vision conditions.

Certificates

Certificate of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University

International Clinical Fellowship in Glaucoma at Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Illinois, Chicago, USA

 

Current Positions

Ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital

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