Best Phacoemulsification with IOL Implantation Doctors Abroad

Developed two original surgical techniques for cornea and glaucoma – Prof. Arslan leads the Eye Clinic at Istanbul Florence Nightingale Hospital.

• Founder and former Medical Director of Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank
• President of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (2017-2019)
• Authored 57 international publications and 56 national articles
• Examiner for European Board of Ophthalmology representing Turkey

Dr. Thammikasakul specializes in corneal and refractive surgery, bringing precision to phacoemulsification with IOL implantation at Intrarat Hospital.

• Sub-board certified in Corneal and Refractive Surgery
• Graduated from Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
• Ophthalmology Certificate from Phramongkutklao Hospital
• Currently practices at Intrarat Hospital

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

• Expert in phacoemulsification with IOL implantation
• Professor with extensive academic and clinical experience
• Practices at one of Israel's leading medical centers

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. 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. Sansanayudh is a corneal surgeon with international training in refractive surgery, currently working at Laser Vision International LASIK Center.

• Clinical fellowship in Cornea & External Disease at Toronto Western Hospital
• Additional fellowships at UCSF and Ramathibodi Hospital
• Faculty member at Phramongkulklao Hospital
• Published in international ophthalmic journals
• Regular presenter at global ophthalmology conferences

Dr. Bujar Rizvanolli specializes in advanced ophthalmic surgeries at Italian Eye Hospital, combining precision with patient-centered care.

• Specialized in ophthalmology at University Clinical Center of Sarajevo
• Expert in laser-assisted corneal treatments and refractive surgery
• Focuses on keratoconus treatment using modern cross-linking techniques
• Performs touchless laser procedures like TransPRK for vision correction
• Active in public health education and patient communication

Dr. Koc specializes in cataract surgery and has authored books on presbyopia corrective lenses and cataract treatment.

• Over 14 years of experience at Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association
• Regular participant in European cataract surgery congresses
• Fluent in English and German for international patients

Trained at prestigious institutions globally – Dr. Chantaren specializes in advanced refractive and corneal surgeries at TRSC International Eye and Vision Center.

• Certified in ocular surface transplantation from Kyoto Prefectural University
• Completed refractive surgery training in London with top specialists
• Fellowship-trained in cornea and refractive surgery procedures
• Previously taught at King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital's cornea excellence center

10,000+ eye surgeries performed – Dr. Rrusta is a high-volume cataract and corneal surgeon at Italian Eye Hospital.

• Specializes in phacoemulsification and IOL implantation techniques
• Trained at Moorfields Eye Hospital, one of the world's top ophthalmology centers
• Member of ESCRS and Eurocornea – leading European eye surgery societies
• Offers LASIK and Trans PRK refractive surgery alongside cataract care

Assistant Professor in Ophthalmology at Ramathibodi Hospital – Dr. Watanachai specializes in vitreous, retina, and cataract treatments.

• Expert in phacoemulsification with IOL implantation
• Published research on retinal diseases and surgical outcomes
• Affiliated with Mahidol University's Faculty of Medicine

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. 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.

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 cornea and refractive surgery at Bangkok Eye Hospital – Dr. Yaisawang combines precision with academic excellence.

• Graduated with first-class honors in Medicine from Chulalongkorn University
• Completed ophthalmology residency at Khon Kaen University
• Presented research at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Authored medical textbooks and research articles
• Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in ophthalmology

Specializes in treating complex eye conditions like glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy at Büyük Anadolu Hospitals.

• Expert in phacoemulsification with IOL implantation
• Focuses on lazy eye and yellow spot disease
• Works at a leading international hospital

30,000+ surgical cases over 34 years – Dr. Yilmaz specializes in phacoemulsification at Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy.

• Board-certified ophthalmologist with extensive surgical experience
• Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
• Certified in advanced techniques like INTACS Corneal Implants
• International member of American Academy of Ophthalmology