Best Corneal transplant ophthalmologists in Istanbul: TOP 29 doctors
Medical Interests and Activities
Cornea
Anterior Segment Surgery
Retractive Surgery
Education and Experience
Private Practice
Beyoğlu Eye Hospital
Faculty of Medicine, Ankara University
Liv Hospital, Ulus, Department of Eye Diseases
Research and Publications
International papers: 30
National papers: 30+
Book in Turkish : 1 (Wavefront and topography based laser)
Book Chapters: numerous
Journal Editing, Membership for Publication and Scientific Advisory Boards
The Cornea (reviewer.)
Read moreExperience:
- Konya-Karapınar Kutören Health Center\ General Practitioner
- KonyaProvincial Deputy Directorate of Health
- KonyaProvincial Health DeputyDirectorate
- Istanbul Fatih Tuberculosis Dispensary
- University of Frankfurt \ Darmstadt Eye Clinic
- Istanbul Taksim State Hospital\ Eye Diseases
- Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine \ Chief Assistantof the Department of Ophthalmology
- Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Eye Bank \ Founder (MedicalDirector)
- TOD\ Chairman
- Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa - Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine\ First Head of the Department of Ophthalmology
- Demiroğlu-Bilim University \ Head of Ophthalmology Department
- Florence Nightingale Hospitals \ Eye ClinicCoordinator
Specialties:
- Vaccinating the child age group
- Follow-up of eye eclipse in Behçet’s disease with iris and fundus angiography (FFA)
Priority treatments:
- Anterior segment surgery (cataract + IOL implantation, keratoplasty)
Special advanced health technologies:
- Arslan closed cornea technique
- Arslan covered cornea technique
- Retrograde glaucoma tube implantation
Leadership and Administrative Roles (Turkish Ophthalmology Association - TOD):
- Various administrative roles at TOD including:
- President of TOD IstanbulBranch (2006-2010, 2008-2010)
- General Secretary (2015-2017)
- President of TOD (2017-2019)
- Member of TOD CentralExecutive Board (2011-2013, 2013-2015)
- Member of Executive Board of the Cornea and Ocular Surface(COS) Unit of TOD (1994-2023)
- Member of Executive Board of TOD Cataract and Refractive SurgeryUnit (2016-2018)
Research and Publications:
- Authored 57 original articlesin international peer-reviewed journals
- Authored 56 articles in national peer-reviewed journals
- Presented 178 papers at national conferences and 102 papersat international conferences
- Authored 1 book and 6 book chapters
- Developed two original surgicaltechniques and the Retrograde GlaucomaTube Implantation technique
- Served on editorial boardsof various international and national journals
Memberships and Affiliations:
- Member of American Academyof Ophthalmology (AAO) and EuropeanSociety of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
- Examiner for European Board of Ophthalmology (EBO) exams representing Turkey
Awards:
- Received awards from IstanbulUniversity and TÜBİTAK
Education:
1982 | Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine |
1984 | Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Ophthalmology Specialization Training |
1994 | Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Ophthalmology \ Associate Professor |
2000 | Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine Ophthalmology \ Professor |
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Areas of Expertise and Interest:
- Keratoplasty (Penetrating and Lamellar)
- Refractive Surgery
- Cataract Surgery
- Corneal Biomechanics and Keratoconus
Education:
- Istanbul University, Faculty of Medicine
Professional and Observational Experience:
- Assistant Doctor (Ophthalmology) at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, 2006-2010
- Ophthalmologist at Ağrı Patnos Government Hospital, 2011-2012
- Ophthalmologist (Cataract and Refractive Surgery Department, Cornea and Ocular Surface Disease Department) at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, 2012-2018
- Associate Professor at University of Health Sciences, Beyoğlu Eye Research and Training Hospital, Istanbul, 2018-2024
- Professor at Acıbadem District Hospital, 2024-Present
International Diplomas:
- European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma (EBOD)
- International Council of Ophthalmology - Basic Science, 2017
- International Council of Ophthalmology - Optics and Refraction, 2017
- International Council of Ophthalmology - Clinical Science, 2018
- International Council of Ophthalmology - Advanced, 2018 (FICO)
Certificates:
- Basic Good Clinical Practices
- Advanced Good Clinical Practices
Memberships in Scientific Organizations:
- Turkish Ophthalmology Society
- Active Member, Cornea and Ocular Surface Department
- Active Member, Young Ophthalmologist Department
- Active Member, Cataract and Refractive Surgery Department
EDUCATION
Mersin University, Faculty of Medicine, 2009
Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Residency in Ophthalmology, 2009 to 2013
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mardin Midyat State Hospital – Specialist Ophthalmologist, 2014 to 2020
Mardin Training and Research Hospital – Specialist Ophthalmologist, 2020 to 2022
Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital – Specialist Ophthalmologist, 2022to 2024
Westeye Hospital, Erbil – Specialist Ophthalmologist, 2024 to 2025
Istanbul Tema Hospital – Specialist Ophthalmologist, 2024 to 2025
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
-Cataract and Refractive Surgery
-Corneal Diseases and Keratoplasty
-Strabismus and Strabismus Surgery
-Eyelid and Lacrimal Sy Surgery
-Ocular Trauma Surgery
TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
-Vitrectomy Training at Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Hospital, 2020
MEMBERSHIPS
-Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOD)
PUBLICATIONS
1)Changes caused by in the tear film evaluated with hybrid break-up time test as a new method - Part Two: Its effect on breakup locations and other quantitative values, Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 2023
2)The profile of patients attending to the general emergency department with ocular complaints within the last year: is it a true ocular emergency?, BMC Ophthalmology, 2024
3)Medium-term outcomes of three horizontal muscle surgery in large-angle infantile esotropia, Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus, 2014
4)Evaluation of Anterior Segment Parameters Using Scheimpflug Topography Device in Patients Undergoing Nd:YAG Laser Posterior Capsulotomy: Retrospective Study, Türkiye Klinikleri Journal of Ophthalmology, 2024
5)Publication patterns of ophthalmology residency dissertations in Turkey, European Journal of General Medicine, 2015
6)Evaluation of the Effect of Infection and Immunity on the Tear Film by Scheimpflug-Placido Disc Topography – A Case Control Study, Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 2023
7)Changes caused by in tear film by hybrid break-up time test - Part One: On quantitative values, Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 2022
8)An easy and practical method for toric intraocular lens implantation: marking corneal astigmatic axis at slit-lamp, International Ophthalmology, 2017
9)Slanted medial rectus recession is effective in the treatment of convergence excess esotropia, Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus, 2014
10)A reasonable option in vitrectomized eyes: manual small incision cataract surgery, International Journal of Ophthalmology, 2014
11)The Role of Syic Inflammation in Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction, Beyoglu Eye Journal, 2023
12)A New Approach: Determination of the Safe Surgical Margin in Pterygium Surgery, Klinische Monatsblätter für Augenheilkunde, 2023
Read moreEDUCATION:
2015
Uludag University, Ophthalmology
2008
Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Medicine
2001
Kırıkkale Science High School, Numerical
EXPERIENCE:
2019 Gazi University Faculty of Medicine Ophthalmology (Vitreo-Retinal Surgery and Medical Retina Fellowship)
2016 SBÜ Zekai Tahir Burak EAH (Retinopathy of Prematurity Fellowship)/
2015 - 2023 Kocaeli Derince Training and Research Hospital
2023 - Medipol University Pendik Hospital
Read more- Specializes in DSAEK and DMEK techniques for corneal transplant.
- Trained in Turkey, extensive experience in corneal transplant procedures.
- Certified by the Turkish Board of Ophthalmology.
- Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
- Fluent in Turkish and English, facilitating international patient care.
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- Specializes in epithelium-off corneal cross-linking for keratoconus.
- International training includes advanced ophthalmology in Turkey.
- Member of the Journal Français d'Ophtalmologie editorial board.
- Published on corneal transplant outcomes in Journal of Refractive Surgery.
- Authored book chapters on corneal procedures, published by Springer.
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