Corneal transplant Doctors Abroad — Page 2

10,000+ successful eye surgeries – Dr. Rrusta specializes in corneal and cataract procedures at Italian Eye Hospital.

• Performs LASIK, Trans PRK, and pterygium removal
• Trained at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London
• Member of EuCornea and ASCRS
• Professor of Human Physiology with a PhD in Clinical Medicine

Dr. Semih Urvasizoglu is an eye surgery specialist at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital. He has published research in peer-reviewed journals on corneal and retinal treatments. Dr. Urvasizoglu is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association. He works at a JCI-accredited hospital in Istanbul.

• Treats corneal conditions using femtosecond laser and phototherapeutic keratectomy.
• Performs glaucoma surgery and 23-gauge pars plana vitrectomy for retinal detachment.
• Published research on higher-order aberrations after corneal treatments in international journals.
• Completed the TODEM Glaucoma Surgery Skill Transfer Program.

Specialized in corneal transplants with international training at Miami Bascom-Palmer Eye Institute – one of the top eye centers globally.

• 34 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Trained in refractive surgery at Moscow University Eye Institute
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Currently practices at VM MedicalPark Pendik Hospital

Dr. Ulviye Askerova, MD, is an ophthalmologist. She earned her MD from Azerbaijan Medical University in 2019. She is completing an ophthalmology residency at Göztepe City Hospital / Istanbul Medeniyet University (2021–2025). Her clinical focus includes cataract surgery with intraocular lenses (including trifocal), medical retina, pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, and oculoplastics.

She has two peer-reviewed international publications (Graefes Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmol, 2023; Medical Journal of Medeniyet, 2025). She has given four presentations at national and international meetings (ASO & TROS 2022; TOD 2023; TOD 2024; ASO & TROS 2024).

She completed the TOD Vitreoretinal Surgery Unit “Basic Techniques in Vitreoretinal Surgery” Skills Transfer Course in May 2024. She has participated in nine congresses, symposia, and webinars from 2022 to 2025, including the TOD National Congresses (56th and 57th) and the 9th TOD Live Surgery Symposium.

Prof Yildirim specializes in keratoplasty – both penetrating and lamellar techniques – at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• 16 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Expert in corneal biomechanics and keratoconus
• Holds European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society

Specializes in corneal transplants with advanced training in ophthalmology and retinal surgery at Gazi University.

• 11 years in ophthalmology with a focus on complex eye surgeries
• Fellowship-trained in vitreo-retinal surgery and medical retina
• Member of multiple prestigious medical institutions
• Works at Medipol University Pendik Hospital

Head of Spreebogen Eye Clinic – Dr. Tetz specializes in corneal transplants and laser correction surgeries.

• Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract and glaucoma treatment
• Leads a dedicated team at a specialized eye clinic
• Performs advanced laser correction surgeries

Specialist in cornea and cataract treatment – Dr. Lee focuses on corneal health and vision restoration.

• Ophthalmologist with expertise in corneal conditions
• Performs advanced corneal transplantation procedures
• Works at Severance Hospital, a leading medical facility

Dr. Ozsutcu brings extensive experience in corneal transplants, honed over years at leading hospitals like Medipol Mega and Vakif Gureba.

• Board-certified in ophthalmology from Selçuk University
• Specialized training at Bezmialem Foundation University
• Practices at Medipol Bahçelievler Hospital – a top-tier facility

Specialist in cornea transplant – Dr. Hongyok focuses exclusively on corneal procedures at Bumrungrad International Hospital.

• Expertise in advanced corneal transplant techniques
• Dedicated to improving vision through precise surgical interventions
• Works at one of Thailand's leading international hospitals