Best Ophthalmoscopy Doctors Abroad

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. 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. 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.

Dr. Nichakorn Seehirunwong is a diagnostic radiologist at Intrarat Hospital in Bangkok. She specializes in interpreting medical imaging results and informing complex treatment plans. Dr. Seehirunwong earned her medical degree from the Prince of Songkla University. She also completed her diagnostic radiology certification at the same institution.

• Performs imaging-guided procedures and radiation oncology treatments.
• Treats pediatric oncology cases including neuroblastoma and Wilms tumor.
• Provides diagnostic support for brain tumors, sarcomas, and lymphomas.
• Works at Intrarat Hospital, an ISO 9001:2015-certified facility in Thailand.

Dr. Esra Vural is an ophthalmologist and eye surgeon at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy. She has treated over 5,000 cases. Dr. Vural is a Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBO). She specializes in cataract surgery and vitreoretinal procedures. Her practice is within a JCI-accredited facility in Istanbul.

• Holds five certifications from the International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO).
• Performed clinical research at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich.
• Authored academic books on retinal prostheses and corneal crosslinking treatments.
• Treats complex conditions like retinal detachment and vitreous body destruction.

Professor Yuval Yasur is a leading ophthalmology specialist at Sourasky Medical Center. He performs ophthalmoscopy to evaluate retinal health and diagnose complex eye conditions.

• Specializes in ophthalmic surgery for advanced eye diseases
• Holds a professorship at a major medical faculty
• Expert in treating both medical and surgical eye disorders
• Practices at Sourasky – Israel leading multidisciplinary medical center

Dr. Selim Avci is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy. He has performed over 1,000 cataract surgeries and 500 strabismus procedures. He specializes in surgical eye care for both adults and children. Dr. Avci works at a JCI-accredited facility that meets international safety standards.

• Completed 500 DCR procedures for tear duct obstructions.
• Maintains active membership in the Turkish Medical Association.
• Practices at a clinic holding the International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate.
• Educated at Erciyes University and 19 Mayıs University.

Dr. Husnu Guzel has performed over 15,000 eye surgeries at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy. He is a professor of ophthalmology with decades of surgical experience. Dr. Guzel has authored more than 100 scientific publications in his field.

• Treats complex eye conditions like cataracts, strabismus, and keratoconus.
• Expert in uveitis management and vitreous body destruction.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility following international safety standards.
• Offers comprehensive diagnostic screenings including refractometry and corneal pachymetry.

Dr. Zeynep Alkin is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Medicana International Istanbul Hospital. She specializes in vitreoretinal surgery and medical retina treatments. She completed a research fellowship at the Doheny Eye Institute, US. Dr. Alkin is a member of the Surgical Retinal Board of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society.

• Authored over 40 peer-reviewed publications on retinal diseases and diabetic edema.
• Treats complex conditions like keratoconus, cataracts, and vitreous body destruction.
• Performs vitrectomy, LASIK eye surgery, and multifocal lens implantation.
• Delivered over 40 presentations at international and national medical meetings.

Dr. Fevziye Ondes Yilmaz is an eye surgery specialist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy. She has performed over 30,000 surgical cases throughout her career. Dr. Yilmaz is an international member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. She works at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 50,000 patients annually.

• Holds personal certification as an INTACS corneal implants surgeon.
• Certified in IntraLase laser technology for refractive procedures.
• Specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement and LASIK.
• Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

Dr. Gokay Gunay is an ophthalmologist at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy. He has performed over 20,000 surgical procedures. He treats conditions like cataracts and keratoconus. Dr. Gunay earned his medical degree and specialty training at Istanbul University.

• Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology.
• Specializes in LASIK, ReLEx SMILE, and cataract surgery with IOL replacement.
• Member of the European and American Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited facility that treats 50,000 patients annually.

Dr. Filiz Kordeser is an ophthalmologist with 22 years of practice. She has been involved in more than 20,000 surgical cases.

Education and training: Marmara University Faculty of Medicine (English program, 1993–1999). Istanbul Training Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology (1999–2004).

Professional memberships: Turkish Ophthalmological Association; European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS). Language: English.