Best Glaucoma Surgery Doctors Abroad

Dr. med. Kadir Kocadag is a German board-certified ophthalmologist. He trained at the University of Duisburg-Essen and the University Eye Hospital Essen under Prof. Bornfeld and Prof. Steuhl. He held a senior clinical role focused on macular and retinal disease and ocular tumors. He is experienced in refractive surgery and ophthalmic laser treatments.

He served as a consultant at Elisabeth Hospital Essen. Since 2015 he has practiced in Solingen and Cologne and also consults at Städtisches Klinikum Solingen. His doctoral work studied episcleral venous pressure in endocrine orbitopathy. He presents at major German ophthalmology meetings and is a member of AAO, ESCRS, DOG, ARVO, and OOG.

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.

Specializes in glaucoma diagnosis and surgery at Atlas University Hospital, with extensive research in ocular diseases.

• Published over 40 papers in international refereed journals
• Expert in multifocal intraocular lens surgery and corneal transplants
• Member of leading ophthalmology associations
• Specializes in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus surgery

Specializes exclusively in glaucoma surgery – Dr. Nantinee is a highly trained glaucoma subspecialist at Bangkok Eye Hospital, practicing in Thai and English.

• Completed glaucoma residency at Ramathibodi Hospital's glaucoma unit
• Affiliated with leading eye hospitals including Chulabhorn and Jakkrawong
• Ophthalmology training at Ramathibodi Hospital's Faculty of Medicine

Dr. Mehmet Orçun Akdemir specializes in glaucoma surgery with extensive research and clinical experience.

• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Published multiple studies on glaucoma treatments
• Expert in trabeculectomy and Ahmed glaucoma valve implantation

Prof Yildirim specializes in corneal biomechanics and keratoconus, bringing precision to glaucoma surgery at Medipol Acibadem District Hospital.

• European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma holder
• Over 16 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society's Cornea Department
• Professor at Acıbadem District Hospital since 2024

Dr. Suleymanzade specializes in glaucoma surgery with advanced training in ophthalmology at Gülhane Military Medical Academy.

• Trained in glaucoma techniques at Gülhane Training and Research Hospital
• Member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD)
• Certified by International Council of Ophthalmology in basic science and optics
• Special interests include corneal diseases and refractive surgery

Dr. Yayla specializes in glaucoma surgery at Medipol University Pendik Hospital, with a focus on advanced techniques.

• Completed fellowship in Vitreo-Retinal Surgery and Medical Retina at Gazi University
• Additional training in Retinopathy of Prematurity for complex eye conditions
• Board-certified ophthalmologist with years of experience in surgical and medical retina