Best LASIK Eye Surgery Doctors Abroad

Over 10,000 surgical cases – Dr. Kilic specializes in refractive surgery at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Izmir.

• Fellowship-trained in Cornea and Refractive Surgery in Germany
• Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Board-certified with International Council of Ophthalmology diplomas
• Published author on oculoplasty and international ophthalmology exams

Dr. Arife Esra Kocakaya is an ophthalmologist. She trained at Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. She has clinical experience at İzmir Atatürk, Şanlıurfa Balıklıgöl, and İzmir Bozyaka Training and Research Hospitals.

She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association, ESCRS, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She co-authored Ophthalmology: From Diagnosis to Treatment (2018). She presented at the XII Republican Congress of Belarus (2018) on dacryocystorhinostomy surgery and nonsurgical blepharoplasty.

She holds certificates from several TOD Skill Transfer Courses, including ptosis, vitreoretinal simulation, eyelid malpositions, the lacrimal system, and aesthetic eyelid and periorbital rejuvenation with botulinum toxin and fillers. She completed BILEP courses in ocular oncology, oculoplastics, cataract, and refractive surgery. She took AAO 2018 cadaver courses in facelifting, blepharoplasty, and oculoplastic surgery. She attended a pre-meeting course of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. She trained in corneal topography, orbital imaging, and hands-on cataract surgery. She is certified in CPR.

Performed 20,000+ eye surgeries over 28 years – Dr. Unsal specializes in LASIK at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital İzmir.

• Trained in ophthalmology at Ege University Faculty of Medicine
• Published over 50 national and international papers
• Member of both Turkish and American ophthalmology societies

10,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Rrusta specializes in LASIK and Trans PRK refractive procedures at Italian Eye Hospital.

• 12 years of ophthalmology experience
• Trained at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London
• Certified in Schwind Amaris Trans PRK technique
• Member of EURETINA and American Academy of Ophthalmology

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.

The first ophthalmologist from South East Asia invited to Project ORBIS International – Dr. Chansue specializes in LASIK at TRSC International Eye and Vision Center.

• Medical Director and Refractive Surgery Specialist since 1997
• Fellowship-trained in Cornea and External Disease at Washington University Eye Center
• Former Head of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital
• Clinical Fellowship under Dr. Pepose at Washington University

Professor Emeritus at Siriraj Hospital – Sabong Srivannaboon brings advanced corneal expertise to LASIK procedures at TRSC International Eye and Vision Center.

• Clinical fellowship in Cornea & Refractive Surgery at Tulane Medical School
• Trained at University of British Columbia's renowned Cornea program
• Residency in Ophthalmology at Thailand's top medical institution
• Specializes in cornea-related vision correction techniques

Associate Professor and Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Ramathibodi Hospital – Varintorn Chuckpaiwong brings Harvard-trained expertise to LASIK procedures.

• Fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary (MEEI)
• Additional fellowship training at Emory Eye Center
• Director of Cornea and Refractive Surgery at a top Thai teaching hospital

Associate Professor in Ophthalmology with a Harvard fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery – Dr. Chirapapaisan brings elite training to LASIK procedures at TRSC International Eye and Vision Center.

• Fellowship-trained at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary (MEEI), Harvard University
• Specializes in advanced refractive surgery techniques
• Member of Faculty of Medicine at Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University
• Completed clinical fellowship at Boston Laser Institute

Dr. Yaisawang specializes in cornea and refractive surgery at Bangkok Eye Hospital, with international recognition for her academic work in ophthalmology.

• Graduated with first-class honors in Medicine from Chulalongkorn University
• Completed ophthalmology residency at Khon(email:ezfzHzkaen University
• Ph.D. candidate with presentations at the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Author of medical textbooks and research articles

Dr. Potivongsajarn is a corneal and refractive surgery specialist with internationally recognized credentials, trained at Thailand's top medical institutions.

• Graduated with First Class Honors from Siriraj Hospital
• Completed subspecialty fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery
• Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO)

Professor Zehetmayer has performed refractive surgery on family members, including his daughter, ensuring firsthand understanding of patient needs. Works at Vienna General Hospital (AKH).

• Specialist in ophthalmology and optometry since 1994
• Head of the outpatient clinic for eye tumors
• Published 100+ scientific papers on ophthalmic oncology and corneal structures
• Senior surgeon at the University Eye Clinic Vienna since 1999

Dr. Helvacıoğlu specializes in LASIK eye surgery with international training and memberships in leading refractive surgery societies.

• Member of ISRS and ESCRS – global standards in refractive surgery
• Certified by International Council of Ophthalmology for clinical excellence
• Regularly attends international conferences to stay updated on LASIK advancements
• Trained at Marmara University and Bakirkoy Research Hospital

Specialized in LASIK and advanced refractive surgeries – Dr. Kaya holds multiple certifications in modern eye surgery techniques at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics.

• Member of AAO and ESCRS – top ophthalmology societies
• Trained in femtosecond laser applications for precision LASIK
• Certified in corneal topography analysis for personalized treatment plans

Prof Yusuf Yildirim holds European Board of Ophthalmology certification and specializes in refractive surgery, including LASIK. He combines academic rigor with extensive clinical practice.

• 16 years in ophthalmology with focus on refractive procedures
• Trained at Istanbul University, a leading Turkish medical school
• Professor at Acıbadem District Hospital's eye department
• Diplomate of International Council of Ophthalmology (FICO)
• Active member of Turkish Ophthalmology Society's refractive surgery division

Dr. Schaller specializes in laser vision correction techniques, including LASIK and PRK, at Eye Clinic of Herzog Carl Theodor-Munich.

• Skilled in using Argon and YAG lasers for various eye treatments
• Expert in glaucoma operations, corneal transplants, and eyelid surgeries
• Performs ReLEx SMILE eye surgery – a minimally invasive technique
• Offers comprehensive eye care with a focus on precision