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Dr. Bujar Rizvanolli, MD, is an ophthalmologist at the Italian Eye Hospital in Pristina, Kosovo. He focuses on laser eye treatments and therapeutic procedures for different eye conditions. His main interests are keratoconus and modern refractive surgery, such as TransPRK and corneal cross-linking.

Dr. Rizvanolli earned his MD from the University of Pristina. He completed his ophthalmology training at the University Clinical Center of Sarajevo. He is known for his skill in non-invasive, laser-based vision correction and surface ablation, especially for patients with thin corneas.

He is also involved in public health education. Dr. Rizvanolli often takes part in campaigns and videos to help people learn about eye diseases and available treatments.

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

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

Dr. Michael Peer is a leading cardiothoracic specialist with more than 21 years of experience. He is the Senior Surgeon in the Thoracic Surgery Department at Ichilov Medical Center in Tel Aviv. Dr. Peer graduated from Tbilisi State Medical University. He also completed advanced training in thoracoscopic lung surgery at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles.

Dr. Peer has served as chief and senior surgeon at major hospitals in Israel, including Assaf Harofeh and Edith Wolfson Medical Centers. He has published over 20 scientific articles on lung cancer and thoracic diseases. He is also a frequent speaker at international medical conferences.

Dr. Martin Zehetmayer is an experienced ophthalmic surgeon. He earned his doctorate from the University of Vienna and holds specialist accreditation in ophthalmology and optometry. Since 1999, he has served as Senior Physician and Head of the Eye Clinic. He has led progress in eye tumor treatment, especially using stereotactic radiation therapy for malignant choroid tumors.

Dr. Zehetmayer has published about 100 scientific papers. His research covers ophthalmic oncology, corneal collagen structures, new methods of cataract anesthesia, intraocular lenses, and pediatric strabismus. He is active in several national and international ophthalmological societies and has held leadership roles. His work has made a strong impact in the field.

Professor Michael Georgopoulos is a Senior Consultant in Vitreoretinal Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in surgical diseases of the macula, retina, and vitreous body. He is known for advanced procedures such as macular opening, macular fold correction, vitreomacular traction syndrome, and retinal detachment surgeries. He also performs combined cataract and retinal surgeries. In addition, he manages cases of vitreous hemorrhage and opacification.

Dr. Georgopoulos is recognized for introducing seamless 23-gauge transconjunctival vitrectomy. He also pioneered additive anti-VEGF therapy and the use of high-resolution 3D optical coherence tomography (HR-OCT) for pre- and postoperative assessment. He leads clinical research on postoperative cortisone therapy, comparison of surgical techniques, drug therapy for the vitreous body, and cytokine analysis in retinal diseases.

Dr. Kadir Colakoglu is an experienced ophthalmologist with 19 years in the field. He specializes in cataract surgery, corneal refractive surgery, refractive lens surgery, strabismus, oculoplastic surgery, medical retina, and glaucoma.

He has performed many advanced procedures, such as cataract surgery with IOL replacement, LASIK, vitrectomy, and Botox injections. Dr. Colakoglu holds several certificates and accreditations in ophthalmology and is known for his clinical skills.

He is a member of the Turkish Medical Association, Turkish Ophthalmology Association, and Conscious Hypnosis Association. His memberships show his dedication to ongoing learning and quality patient care.

Dr. Akin Akyurt is an experienced ophthalmologist. He graduated from Istanbul University School of Medicine. He completed advanced fellowships at University Eye Clinics in Cologne and Tuebingen, Germany. He also holds a PhD focused on immunomodulatory therapy for uveitis.

Dr. Akyurt is certified in LASIK, presbyopia correction with multifocal intraocular lenses, scleral fixation, corneal collagen cross-linking, femtosecond anterior segment surgery, and corneal topography analysis. He is a member of the DOG, AAO, ASCRS, and ESCRS.

He has presented at major international congresses, such as the World Ophthalmology Congress and ESCRS meetings. He has contributed to advances in cataract and refractive surgery.

Place and Date of Birth

• Nevşehir, 1974

Language Skills

• English

Education and Experience

• 1997 Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• 2003 Ege University Faculty of Medicine Eye Diseases
• 2005 GATA Ankara (Military Service)
• 2018 İstanbul Training and Research Hospital (Assoc.)

National and International Publication number

• Over 50

Case Experience

• More than 20,000 surgical cases experience, 20 years of active service as an ophthalmologist

Associations

• TOD (Turkish Society of Ophthalmology)
• AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology)