Best ophthalmologists: TOP 444 doctors

Dr. Akin Akyurt is an experienced ophthalmologist. He graduated from Istanbul University School of Medicine. He completed advanced fellowships at University Eye Clinics in Cologne and Tuebingen, Germany. He also holds a PhD focused on immunomodulatory therapy for uveitis.

Dr. Akyurt is certified in LASIK, presbyopia correction with multifocal intraocular lenses, scleral fixation, corneal collagen cross-linking, femtosecond anterior segment surgery, and corneal topography analysis. He is a member of the DOG, AAO, ASCRS, and ESCRS.

He has presented at major international congresses, such as the World Ophthalmology Congress and ESCRS meetings. He has contributed to advances in cataract and refractive surgery.

Dr. Elvan Yalçın is a pediatric ophthalmologist and strabismus specialist with over 25 years of experience. She is recognized as one of Turkey’s leading experts in her field. Dr. Yalçın trained internationally at Will’s Eye Hospital in California. She has also worked at top clinics such as World Eye Hospital and Liv Hospital.

Dr. Yalçın specializes in the treatment of amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus surgery, and vision therapy. She has helped thousands of children and adults improve their vision and eye alignment. She is skilled in orthoptic therapies and uses advanced techniques such as synoptophor, vectogram, and contrast sensitivity tests.

Dr. Yalçın has published many international articles and has presented at major congresses, including AAPOS, ESCRS, SOE, and ESA. She has written educational books on pediatric eye health. She is an active member of professional societies such as TTB, TOD, and the Strabismus Entity.

Dr. Stefan Sacu is an experienced ophthalmologist. He specializes in cataract and retinal surgery, as well as diseases of the macula and retina. Since 1999, he has worked at the Department of Ophthalmology at the Medical University of Vienna. He is known for his research on new treatments for exudative macular diseases and genetic therapies for retinal disorders.

Dr. Sacu received the Theodor-Koerner Science Prize in 2003. He is an active member of the DGII and ESCRS. He has played a key role in clinical teaching. His published research on anti-VEGF therapies and retinal vein occlusions has established him as a leading expert in ophthalmology.

Dr. Martin Zehetmayer is an experienced ophthalmic surgeon. He earned his doctorate from the University of Vienna and holds specialist accreditation in ophthalmology and optometry. Since 1999, he has served as Senior Physician and Head of the Eye Clinic. He has led progress in eye tumor treatment, especially using stereotactic radiation therapy for malignant choroid tumors.

Dr. Zehetmayer has published about 100 scientific papers. His research covers ophthalmic oncology, corneal collagen structures, new methods of cataract anesthesia, intraocular lenses, and pediatric strabismus. He is active in several national and international ophthalmological societies and has held leadership roles. His work has made a strong impact in the field.

Professor Michael Georgopoulos is a Senior Consultant in Vitreoretinal Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in surgical diseases of the macula, retina, and vitreous body. He is known for advanced procedures such as macular opening, macular fold correction, vitreomacular traction syndrome, and retinal detachment surgeries. He also performs combined cataract and retinal surgeries. In addition, he manages cases of vitreous hemorrhage and opacification.

Dr. Georgopoulos is recognized for introducing seamless 23-gauge transconjunctival vitrectomy. He also pioneered additive anti-VEGF therapy and the use of high-resolution 3D optical coherence tomography (HR-OCT) for pre- and postoperative assessment. He leads clinical research on postoperative cortisone therapy, comparison of surgical techniques, drug therapy for the vitreous body, and cytokine analysis in retinal diseases.

Dr. Martin Zehetmayer is an experienced ophthalmologist who specializes in eye surgery. He earned his doctorate from the University of Vienna and holds a Ius Practicandi license. Since 1999, he has served as Senior Physician and Head of the Eye Clinic at the University Hospital of Ophthalmology in Vienna.

Dr. Zehetmayer has published about 100 scientific papers. His main research areas include ophthalmic oncology, corneal collagen structures, cataract surgery, and intraocular lenses. He was one of the first to use stereotactic radiosurgery (Gamma Knife, LINAC) for choroidal melanoma. He also leads the outpatient clinic for eye tumors.

He is a certified specialist in ophthalmology and optometry. Dr. Zehetmayer serves as Secretary of the Austrian Ophthalmological Society and has been President of the Vienna Ophthalmological Society. He is a university professor and an active member of several national and international professional societies.

Prof. Dr. Michael Georgopoulos is a Senior Consultant in Vitreoretinal Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna. He specializes in diseases of the macula, retina, and vitreous body. He is known for his skill in macular surgery, treating retinal detachment, and managing complex vitreous disorders such as vitreous hemorrhage and opacification.

Dr. Georgopoulos has led important clinical studies on 23-gauge transconjunctival vitrectomy and high-resolution OCT. He has also worked on new treatments, including VEGF inhibitors and cortisone. His research covers surgical techniques, drug therapy for vitreous diseases, and cytokine profiling in retinal conditions. His work has helped improve vitreoretinal surgery and patient care.