Best IOLs Implantation Doctors Abroad

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.

Specialized in eye diseases with a 10,000+ surgical case experience – Dr. Bulut provides precision IOLs implantation at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital Istanbul Ataköy.

• Associate Professor at Istanbul Medipol University
• Trained in surgical medical sciences with a focus on eye diseases
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Over 16 years of experience in ophthalmology

Specializes in presbyopia corrective intraocular lenses – Dr. Koc authored a book on the subject and trained at Istanbul University.

• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Participated in European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons events
• Fluent in English and German for international patients
• Works at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy

5,000+ surgical cases in ophthalmology – Dr. Coskun brings extensive experience to IOLs implantation at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• 23 years of active practice as an ophthalmologist
• Trained at Cerrahpaşa School of Medicine and Şişli Etfal Training Hospital
• Member of AAO, EVRS, and Turkish Society of Ophthalmology
• Published more than 30 scientific papers

Over 55,000 surgical cases performed in 26 years – Dr. Akcay specializes in ophthalmology with a focus on precision and patient care.

• Trained at Dr. Lütfi Kırdar Kartal Training and Research Hospital
• Author of 201 scientific publications and articles
• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Works at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Altunizade

Dr. Elyia Levinger is a leading ophthalmologist at Sourasky Medical Center, specializing in advanced eye surgeries with research recognized by Technion.

• Expert in corneal transplantation and cataract surgery
• Fellowship-trained at Toronto Western Hospital in Canada
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology
• Active in international medical missions

Specialized in corneal and refractive surgery – Dr. Theppachai brings expertise in precise vision correction at Intrarat Hospital.

• Certified in ophthalmology from Phramongkutklao Hospital
• Fellowship-trained in corneal and refractive surgery
• Graduated from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine

Prof. Arslan pioneered two original surgical techniques for corneal procedures and leads the eye clinic at Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Over 41 years of experience in ophthalmology
• Former Head of Ophthalmology at Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine
• Developed the Arslan closed cornea and covered cornea techniques
• Authored 57 international and 56 national peer-reviewed articles
• Member of AAO and ESCRS

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. 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).

Dr. Serdar Marol is an ophthalmologist with 28 years of practice. He has been involved in more than 25,000 surgical cases.

He graduated from the Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine (1983–1989). He completed ophthalmology training at the Inönü University Faculty of Medicine, Turgut Özal Medical Centre (1993–1997).

He is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society (TOD), the Turkish Medical Association (TTB), and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. He speaks English.

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.

Over 50 scientific publications in ophthalmology – Dr. Tuzcu brings extensive academic expertise to IOLs implantation at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• Specialized in ophthalmology since 2002 with 22 years of experience
• Trained in refractive surgery and phaco complications management
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Completed advanced retina-vitreous surgery training

Professor Anat Loewenstein specializes in ophthalmology at Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov), focusing on advanced eye care solutions.

• Expert in intraocular lens (IOL) implantation procedures
• Professor with extensive academic and clinical experience
• Practices at one of Israel's leading medical centers

30,000+ surgical cases in ophthalmology – Dr. Yilmaz brings unparalleled experience to IOLs implantation at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital.

• 34 years active practice in ophthalmology
• Certified in INTACS Corneal Implants and Intra Lase Usage
• Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Specialized in refractive surgery and cataract treatments

Dr. Alperen Koc is a seasoned Ophthalmologist and Cornea Specialist with over a decade of experience in ophthalmic procedures.

• Specializes in cornea-related treatments and surgeries
• Post-graduation from Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine