Best Corneal Pachymetry Doctors Abroad

Dr. Carlos Vergés Roger is a prize-winning ophthalmologist at Dexeus University Hospital in Barcelona. He won the National Research Prize for his groundbreaking study on tear secretion. This work became the foundation for modern dry eye syndrome treatment. Dr. Vergés Roger holds a PhD from Harvard University.

• Directs the Ophthalmology Service at Dexeus University Hospital.
• Winner of multiple awards from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Serves on the Executive Board of the International Society of Refractive Surgery.
• Treats cataracts, keratoconus, uveitis, and complex vision disorders.

The doctor specializes in comprehensive ophthalmological care, providing specialist consultations and performing a range of advanced outpatient procedures. Clinical expertise includes the execution of Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL) analysis, laser therapy, and fluorescein angiography.

The doctor focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of a wide spectrum of ocular conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and dry eye syndrome. Additionally, the doctor manages refractive errors such as myopia and astigmatism, as well as inflammatory and allergic eye diseases, ensuring precise care for various eyesight defects and general ocular health.

Dr. Kadri Cemil Apaydin is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Antalya. He has over 40 years of experience in active clinical practice. Dr. Apaydin has published over 60 scientific works in international journals and conferences. He holds a Turkish Ophthalmology Proficiency Certificate and specializes in vision diagnostics.

• Member of EURETINA and the International Ocular Inflammation Society (IOIS).
• Active member of the New York Academy of Sciences.
• Completed medical training and a residency at Hacettepe University.
• Works at a specialized clinic treating 30,000 eye patients annually.

Dr. Cafer Tanriverdi has performed over 20,000 surgical cases as an eye surgery specialist. He is an associate professor at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. Dr. Tanriverdi won the Best Oral Presentation Award from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. This recognition came from the leading ophthalmic surgical organization in the United States.

• Specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement and LASIK procedures.
• Treats keratoconus using corneal cross-linking and corneal ring implantation.
• Expert in ReLEx SMILE and femtosecond laser technologies.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Turkish Medical Association.

The doctor is a specialist in Otorhinolaryngology practicing at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja. With a medical degree and specialization obtained from the Universidad Católica de Louvain, the doctor focuses on the diagnosis and management of ear, nose, and throat conditions, including hearing, nasal, and laryngeal symptoms. The clinical practice encompasses adult ENT consultations, outpatient diagnostics, and multidisciplinary medical assessments within a private hospital setting.

The doctor maintains professional memberships with the Belgian Royal Society of ENT and the French Society of Otolaryngology, bringing international training and expertise to the treatment of patients in Alicante.

Dr. Busra Isleyen is an ophthalmologist. She earned her medical degree from Eskişehir Osmangazi University in 2018. She completed her ophthalmology residency at Süleyman Demirel University from 2019 to 2024. She practices at Burdur State Hospital from 2024 to 2026. Her procedures include cataract surgery with intraocular lens implantation for one or both eyes, LASIK (IntraLase), ReLEx SMILE, PRK, and oculoplastic eyelid surgery.

She holds International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) certification. She completed training at the Visual Sciences Congress on Ozone and Regenerative Therapies. She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association and the Turkish Medical Association. She has an international publication in Cornea (2025); doi:10.1097/ICO.0000000000003804.

Dr. Levent Ersan is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. He has performed over 20,000 surgical procedures throughout his career. Dr. Ersan specializes in laser eye surgery and complex cataract treatments. He introduced complementary eye medicine and iridology seminars to Turkey.

• Sits on the American Academy of Ophthalmology and ASCRS boards.
• Performs LASIK, LASEK, and femtosecond laser procedures.
• Won first place in biology from TÜBİTAK for eye research.
• Researches echolocation to help blind people create visual awareness.

Dr. Ebru Gorgun is a specialized ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Etiler. She focuses on medical retina and vitreoretinal conditions. Dr. Gorgun is an active member of leading international societies. These include EURETINA and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

• Performs vitrectomy and retinal detachment surgery.
• Treats cataracts using phacoemulsification and multifocal lens implantation.
• Member of the International Society for Clinical Electrophysiology of Vision.
• Works at a clinic certified by TÜV NORD for quality management.

Dr. Birgi Sönmezer is an ophthalmologist at Medical Park Antalya Hospital Complex. He focuses on vitreoretinal surgery and retina treatments. He trained at the Istanbul Faculty of Medicine and Okmeydanı Training Hospital. Dr. Sönmezer was a founding partner of Kayseri Maya Eye Hospital.

• Performs vitrectomies, retinal detachment surgery, and cataract procedures.
• Uses laser techniques for LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and photorefractive keratectomy.
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Practices at the largest private hospital in the Mediterranean region.

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.

55,000+ surgical cases performed – Dr. Akcay is a senior eye specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade.

• Author of 201 scientific publications on eye surgery standards
• Expert in keratoconus – a condition requiring precise corneal pachymetry for treatment
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Specializes in laser vision correction including LASIK and SMILE
• Trained at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital

Dr. Theppachai Thammikasakul is an ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. He completed a fellowship in corneal and refractive surgery at Khon Kaen University. Dr. Thammikasakul focuses on vision correction and complex corneal conditions. He treats patients at an ISO 9001-certified facility that manages 100,000 cases annually.

• Specializes in ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and other laser eye surgeries.
• Performs corneal transplants and keratoplasty for conditions like keratoconus.
• Treats cataracts using phacoemulsification with multifocal lens implantation.
• Manages glaucoma through laser iridotomy and trabeculotomy procedures.

Dr. Osman Sevki Arslan is an ophthalmologist at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital. He developed three original surgical techniques, including the innovative Retrograde Glaucoma Tube Implantation. Dr. Arslan served as the founding Medical Director of the Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital that treats over 300,000 patients annually.

• Served as the President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association.
• Authored over 100 original articles in national and international peer-reviewed journals.
• Represented Turkey as an examiner for the European Board of Ophthalmology exams.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Sezen Akkaya is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade. She has completed over 9,000 surgical cases. Dr. Akkaya treats complex conditions like strabismus and cataracts using modern techniques. She serves as an Associate Professor at Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital.

• Performs cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants and IOL replacement.
• Expert in laser eye surgery including ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and LASEK.
• Authored over 35 scientific publications in international and Turkish journals.
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association and the Istanbul Medical Chamber.

Dr. Pakpum Pakviwat is a general ophthalmologist at Mettapracharak (Wat Rai Khing) Hospital (2023–2025). He earned his MD from Chiang Mai University (2011–2017). He completed his ophthalmology residency at Mettapracharak Hospital (2020–2023). He will join the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Clinical Fellowship at Chiang Mai University (2025–2026).

Accreditations: Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO, 2022). Certificate in Low Vision and Visual Rehabilitation, NRCD, Saitama, Japan (2024).

Surgical experience: over 1,000 phaco with IOLs (toric, multifocal, EDOF). Over 50 corneal transplants (PKP, DALK, DSEK/DMEK). More than 20 LASIK/PRK. ICL and CXL. Publication: Clinical Ophthalmology. 2024;18:3815–3823 (doi:10.2147/OPTH.S485353).

Professor Anat Loewenstein is a specialist in ophthalmology and leads the eye department at Sourasky Medical Center. Her team performs corneal pachymetry to measure cornea thickness with high precision.

• Heads the ophthalmology division at one of Israel's largest medical centers
• Served as a professor of ophthalmology at Tel Aviv University
• Expert in identifying and treating complex retinal and corneal conditions
• Regular speaker at international medical conferences on vision health

Professor Stefan Pieh leads the Eye Refractive Surgery Center at Vienna Private Clinic. He is an honorary member of both the European and American Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

• Specializes in corneal surgery and laser vision correction using advanced excimer lasers
• Performs corneal pachymetry to assess eye health before complex refractive laser procedures
• Researches corneal biomechanics and visual performance at the Medical University of Vienna
• Expert in Corneal Cross Linking to strengthen the eye's outer layer
• Former Head of Ophthalmology and Optometry at the Medical University of Vienna

The doctor is a seasoned Ophthalmologist and Cornea Specialist with over a decade of experience. Based in Istanbul, Turkey, the doctor has mastered a wide array of ophthalmic procedures. The doctor completed post-graduation from Beyoğlu Eye Hospital and graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2006.

Professor Stefan Sacu leads retinal surgery as a Senior Consultant at Wiener Privatklinik. Corneal pachymetry supports his surgical planning for complex vision restoration and intraocular procedures.

• Professor of Ophthalmology at the Medical University of Vienna
• Specializes in surgical treatments for retinal detachment and macular holes
• Expert in vitreoretinal surgery – removing eye gel to fix the retina
• Directly contributes to international medical guidelines for retinal care
• Academic researcher focused on retinal imaging and macular disease therapy