60 Best Corneal Transplant Doctors Abroad

Dr. Derda Ozer is an ophthalmologist at Valued Med Hub Hospitals in Istanbul. He specializes in ocular oncology and surgical retina treatments. Dr. Ozer has published over 35 research papers in journals like Cornea and International Ophthalmology. He focus on imaging and new treatments for vascular eye diseases.

• Completed the ICO-STAAR surgical fellowship in vitreo-retina.
• Treats complex conditions like uveitis, macular degeneration, and retinal detachment.
• Performs vitrectomy, keratoplasty, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Practice is based at a government-authorized center for international health tourism.

Dr. Jordi Mones is a macula and vitreoretinal specialist at Centro Médico Teknon. He is a Research Member Elect of experts in the International Alliance AMD. Dr. Mones developed innovative imaging techniques for macular degeneration. He completed his research fellowship at Harvard Medical School. This doctor sits on the board of 12 major scientific societies.

• Acts as a scientific adviser to the European Association for Vision and Eye Research.
• Was a scientific member of the European Union Horizon 2020 program.
• Specializes in vitrectomy, laser eye surgery, and complex cataract procedures.
• Works at Centro Médico Teknon, a JCI-accredited facility in Barcelona.

Dr. Anil Kubaloglu has performed over 30,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital. He specializes in cataract removal, keratoconus treatment, and laser vision correction. Dr. Kubaloglu has authored over 100 scientific publications in ophthalmology. He practices at a center certified by TÜV NORD for quality management.

• Specializes in ReLEx SMILE, LASIK, and multifocal lens implants.
• Treats complex corneal conditions and presbyopia using modern surgical techniques.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the ASCRS.
• Fellow of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Associate Professor Ozer trained at Istanbul University and Wills Eye Institute, specializing in complex corneal procedures.

• Completed fellowships in ocular oncology and vitreo-retina surgery
• Published 20+ research papers on corneal treatments
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Active in clinical trials for advanced eye therapies

20,000+ surgical cases over 34 years — Prof. Dr. Satici specializes in ophthalmology at his private practice.

• Awarded full professorship at Harran University
• Specialized in ophthalmology from Dicle University
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
• Upholds highest standards of patient care

Head of the Orbital and Oculoplastics Department at Teknon Medical Center with accreditation in orbital tumor surveillance and decompression surgery.

• 29 years of experience in ophthalmology, specializing in orbital and oculoplastic surgery
• Performs lens, refractive, lacrimal duct, and orbital surgeries
• Member of the Spanish Society of Ocular and Orbital Plastic Surgery
• Published 2 original articles and co-authored 3 books on ophthalmology

Dr. Hamdi Er is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade. He completed fellowships at Moorfields Eye Hospital and the Doheny Eye Institute. Dr. Er specializes in retinal transplantation and vision correction surgery. He works at a hospital treating 62,000 eye patients annually.

• Clinical training at University of California San Diego and Baylor College of Medicine.
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and European VitreoRetinal Society.
• Performs LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery with multifocal lens implants.
• Specialized in retinal detachment surgery, vitrectomy, and keratoplasty.

Op. Dr. Yalçın İşcan is an ophthalmologist. He graduated from Istanbul University in 2005. He completed his ophthalmology residency at Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital in 2010. He has more than 15 years of specialist experience. He performed thousands of eye surgeries at Batman Regional Hospital between 2011 and 2015. He worked at Private Batman Dünya Hospital from 2015 to 2025.

At Dünya Hospital, he provided care in cataract surgery, corneal transplantation, refractive procedures (PRK, LASIK, SMILE, phakic IOL), strabismus, oculoplastics, lacrimal surgery, pterygium, and keratoconus treatments (CXL, ICRS). He helped develop the unit into a regional referral center. Since 2023, he has also practiced two days a week at Pendik Medical Park and Kudret Göz Istanbul. Since 2020, he has been active in R&D. He founded a technopark start-up and built an AI-based red-eye decision support system. He continues to develop ophthalmic software and devices. He has several publications.

Dr. Nesrin Tutas Gunaydin is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Goztepe Hospital in Istanbul. She has published over 30 scientific papers in national and international medical journals. Dr. Gunaydin previously served as Chief Assistant at Dr. Lutfi Kirdar Kartal City Hospital. She is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

• Holds a certification in corneal transplantation.
• Certified as an Eye Bank Medical Director.
• Contributed to five medical book chapters, including international publications.
• Translated major clinical texts like Vaughan & Asbury: General Ophthalmology.

First Thai and South East Asia ophthalmologist trained in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Washington University Eye Center. Dr. Vongthongsri leads Laser Vision at Bangkok Eye Hospital.

• Over 31 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery Service at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Performed thousands of LASIK and surface laser surgeries
• Founder and Medical Director of Laser Vision
• Trains other ophthalmologists in refractive surgery techniques

Dr. Jindarak specializes in corneal transplants with advanced training in glaucoma from the University of Illinois.

• Graduated from Chulalongkorn University's Faculty of Medicine
• International fellowship in glaucoma at Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary
• Board-certified ophthalmologist with a focus on complex eye conditions

Specialist in corneal diseases and keratoplasty at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, with expertise in advanced corneal transplant procedures.

• Trained in ophthalmology at Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD)
• Published multiple research papers on corneal diseases and surgeries
• Experienced in both cataract and refractive surgeries
• Performs eyelid and lacrimal system surgeries

Dr. Hajdari has treated over 30,000 patients and introduced cutting-edge corneal procedures at Italian Eye Hospital.

• Specializes in corneal diseases and keratoconus management
• First in Kosovo to implement advanced laser-guided treatments
• Chief Clinical Officer with a PhD in Ophthalmology
• Active member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology

Dr. Abdullah Ozkaya is an ophthalmologist at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul. He specializes in retinal detachment surgery, vitrectomy, and laser eye procedures. Dr. Ozkaya has published over 80 articles in international journals. His surgical research has earned more than 500 citations from other medical experts. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for high surgical success rates.

• Member of the European Vitreoretinal Society and Turkish Ophthalmology Society.
• Teaches as a faculty member at Aydin University in Istanbul.
• Performs LASIK and macular degeneration surgery alongside complex vitreoretinal repairs.
• Expert in diagnostic tests including slit lamp exams and vision field studies.

Dr. Faruk Eroglu is an ophthalmologist at Hisar Hospital Intercontinental in Istanbul. He has performed over 10,000 argon laser procedures. Dr. Eroglu specializes in retinal diseases, cataract surgery, and excimer laser therapy. He trained at Istanbul University’s Faculty of Medicine. His practice focuses on diabetes-related yellow spot treatment and refractive surgery.

• Completed over 5,000 excimer laser treatments and 1,000 cataract surgeries.
• Maintains membership with the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
• Member of the European VitreoRetinal Society and the International Ocular Inflammation Society.
• Works at Hisar Hospital, a JCI-accredited facility serving 500,000 patients annually.

Dr. Yasar Dag specializes in corneal diseases and keratoplasty, with expertise honed at leading hospitals in Turkey and Iraq.

• 17 years of experience in ophthalmology, including corneal transplants
• Published multiple research papers on corneal and tear film disorders
• Trained in vitrectomy at Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association

Pioneer in laser treatment for ophthalmic disorders – Dr. Molina was the first in Spain to correct myopia with an excimer laser.

• Director of the Eye Clinic at Centro Médico Teknon since 1999
• Specializes in glaucoma and cataracts treatment with surgical techniques
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Over 100 lectures on new techniques in cataract and refractive surgeries

Prof. Arslan pioneered two original corneal transplant techniques and founded Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank.

• Over 41 years specializing in corneal and anterior segment surgery
• Former President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Authored 57 international research papers on ophthalmology
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology and ESCRS
• Developed the Retrograde Glaucoma Tube Implantation technique

Specializes in corneal and refractive surgery – Dr. Thammikasakul brings focused expertise to Intrarat Hospital.

• Fellowship-trained in corneal and refractive surgery
• Board-certified ophthalmologist with specialized training
• Performs procedures at a leading eye care facility

Dr. Ahmad Abdullayev is an ophthalmologist. He provides medical and surgical care for a wide range of eye diseases.

He performs cataract surgery with monofocal, EDOF, and trifocal lenses. He also performs secondary lens placement. He offers excimer laser vision correction, including Femto-LASIK, PRK, and SMILE. He provides medical and surgical care for glaucoma. He treats retinal diseases with medical therapy. He performs strabismus surgery. He manages corneal diseases, including keratoplasty and keratoconus cross-linking. He treats uveitis. He performs lacrimal pathway procedures, including DSR operation and pediatric probing.

Education: Azerbaijan Medical University, General Medicine (2004–2010). Ankara University, Department of Eye Diseases, specialist training (2011–2015).