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 |
Dr. Ali Riza Cenk Celebi is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Acibadem University (2023–2025). He practices at Acibadem Maslak Hospital (2024–2025). He completed a glaucoma fellowship at Harvard/Mass Eye and Ear in 2016. His clinical work covers glaucoma (MIGS, seton procedures), cornea (limbal stem cell surgery), lacrimal surgery (scarless endoscopic DCR), medical retina (intravitreal injections), myopia control in children, and orbital surgery.
He earned his MD from Hacettepe University and ranked 3rd in his class. He began his ophthalmology residency after placing 11th in Turkey’s TUS exam. Certifications include ICO Basic and Clinical (2010), FEBO (2015), Turkish Board (2016), Advanced ICO/FICO (2017), and USMLE Step 4. His awards include Acibadem Academic Achievement (2015–2023), Best Presentation (2022), and TOD awards (2022–2023). He has published 58 international articles and 15 books. He holds an MSc in Biological Data Science (GPA 3.94/4.00, top of term) and completed training in AI in Healthcare in 2020.
Prof. Yusuf Yıldırım, M.D.
Ophthalmology
Born in Trabzon in 1982, Prof. Yusuf Yıldırım completed his high school education at Kanuni Anatolian High School and earned his medical degree from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2006. He pursued his residency at Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, where he contributed to clinical trials on age-related macular degeneration and myopia treatment. Prof. Yıldırım's clinical focus lies in cataract and refractive surgeries, as well as corneal and ocular surface diseases. He has performed over 10,000 cataract surgeries, numerous ocular surface reconstructions, and advanced corneal transplants (PK, DALK, DMEK). His refractive surgery experience includes PRK, LASIK (mechanical and femtosecond), SMILE, and phakic IOL implantation. He continues to participate in clinical research, particularly involving toric phakic IOLs. He holds multiple distinguished certifications and memberships including FEBO (2016), FICO (2018), a Corneal Subspecialty Diploma (2019), and Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (2020). In his academic career, Prof. Yıldırım has contributed to the education of numerous residents and has published widely in the field.
2005 – Akdeniz University, Faculty of Medicine, Medical Education
2011 – Istanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Ophthalmology Specialization
Specialization Thesis: Our Grid Laser Results in the Treatment of Diabetic Macular Edema
Erzincan State Hospital
Mengücek Gazi Training and Research Hospital
Gebze Fatih State Hospital
Tuzla State Hospital
56th TOD National Congress
ESCRS (The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons)
7th TOD Live Surgery Symposium
Cataract and Refractive Surgery Skills Transfer Course
Cataract and Refractive Surgery Live Applications
-Turkish Ophthalmology Association
-Turkish Medical Association, Istanbul Chamber
Graduated (M.D. From)
Doctor of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Phramongkutklao College of Medicine
Ophthalmology Certificate, Phramongkutklao Hospital
Sub-board / Fellowship in Corneal and Refractive Surgery at Khonkaen University
Theppachai Thammikasakul is currently working as Ophthalmologist at Intrarat Hospital
EDUCATION:
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
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yanin Suwan is a glaucoma surgery specialist. She provides glaucoma, general ophthalmology, and cataract care.
She is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University. Her academic profile is listed on Mahidol University’s research portal.
Her publications cover glaucoma, angle-closure mechanisms, and OCT angiography. These include “Pseudophakic angle-closure from a Soemmering ring,” which describes a rare mechanism of pseudophakic angle closure.
Specializations
Lazy Eye (Amblyopia)
Glaucoma (Eye Pressure)
Yellow Spot Disease
Diabetic Retinopathy
Dr. Bujar Rizvanolli, MD, is an ophthalmologist at the Italian Eye Hospital in Pristina, Kosovo. He focuses on laser eye treatments and therapeutic procedures for different eye conditions. His main interests are keratoconus and modern refractive surgery, such as TransPRK and corneal cross-linking.
Dr. Rizvanolli earned his MD from the University of Pristina. He completed his ophthalmology training at the University Clinical Center of Sarajevo. He is known for his skill in non-invasive, laser-based vision correction and surface ablation, especially for patients with thin corneas.
He is also involved in public health education. Dr. Rizvanolli often takes part in campaigns and videos to help people learn about eye diseases and available treatments.
Dr. Nantinee Vilainerun is a glaucoma surgery specialist. She provides care in Thai and English.
She completed ophthalmology training at the Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital. She then finished a glaucoma residency in the glaucoma unit at Ramathibodi.
She is a listed ophthalmologist at Bangkok Eye Hospital (โรงพยาบาลจักษุกรุงเทพ). She also serves as a glaucoma subspecialist at Chulabhorn Hospital and Bangkok Eye Hospital.
Dr. Agon Rrusta is a specialist ophthalmologist with experience in over 10,000 surgeries. He performs both anterior and posterior segment procedures. Dr. Rrusta currently works at the Italian Eye Hospital in Prishtina. He previously served at the University Clinical Center of Kosovo. He is known for his skills in LASIK, cataract, corneal, and eyelid surgeries. He also provides advanced care for diabetic retinopathy and ocular oncology.
Dr. Rrusta is an active member and presenter at several international societies, including EURETINA, ESASO, ASCRS, AAO, ESCRS, ARVO, and EuCornea. He has completed clinical observerships at Moorfields Eye Hospital as an SOE Grant Winner and at the University Clinical Center of Salzburg. He holds certifications in Trans PRK, selective laser trabeculoplasty, and wetlab phaco/glaucoma surgery.
Experience
2022 - 2023
Private Medipol Mega Hospitals Complex
2010 - 2010
Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine
2010 - 2010
Bezmialem Foundation University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology
2001 - 2011
Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology
2001 - 2011
Vakif Gureba Training and Research Hospital
2000 - 2001
Edirne Regional Hospital
2000 - 2001
Edirne Regional Hospital
Education
2000 Selçuk University, Ophthalmology
2000 SELÇUK UNIVERSITY, OPHTHALMOLOGY
1994 SELÇUK UNIVERSITY, FACULTY OF MEDICINE
1994 Selçuk University, Faculty of Medicine
Education
2019 İSTANBUL MEDİPOL UNIVERSITY, ASSOC. PROF. DR. - OPHTHALMOLOGY
2004 ISTANBUL PROF. DR. N. REŞAT BELGER BEYOĞLU E.A.H, SPECIALIZATION IN MEDICINE - OPHTHALMOLOGY
1999 ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY, ISTANBUL MEDICAL FACULTY
1999 ISTANBUL UNIVERSITY, ISTANBUL MEDICAL FACULTY
Publications
A. International Peer-Reviewed Journals:
Title: Comparison of different formulas for intraocular lens power calculation using a new optical biometer.
Title: Change in choroidal thickness after intravitreal injection for treatment of neovascular age-related macular degeneration: Ranibizumab versus aflibercept.
Title: Effect of aflibercept on persistent macular edema secondary to central retinal vein occlusion.
Title: Epithelium-off corneal cross-linking in progressive keratoconus: 6-year outcomes.
Authors: Eliaçık Mustafa, Karaman Erdur Sevil, Baltepe Altıok İnci, Gülkılık İbrahim Gökhan, Anıl Aslan Cemile, Kaya Faruk
Authors: Karabela Yunus, Eliaçık Mustafa, Kaya Faruk
Authors: Koçak İbrahim, Koçak Funda, Teker Bahri, Aydın Ali, Kaya Faruk, Hakan Baybora
Authors: Koçak İbrahim, Aydın Ali, Kaya Faruk, Koç Hacı
Authors: Baybora Hakan, Kaya Faruk, Koçak İbrahim, Karabela Yunus
Authors: Koçak İbrahim, Karabela Yunus, Karaman Mehmet, Kaya Faruk
B. Book Chapters:
Title: Corneal Cross-linking in Keratoconus.
Title: Intraocular Lens Power Calculation in Eyes with Previous Myopic Refractive Surgery.
Il Dott. Helvacıoğlu è uno specialista in glaucoma con formazione e certificazioni internazionali
Dr. Sutan Kaya is an experienced ophthalmologist. He earned his medical degree from Akdeniz University School of Medicine. He completed advanced training at İzmir Bozyaka Teaching and Training Hospital in Turkey. Dr. Kaya specializes in cataract and refractive surgery. He has notable experience in LASIK, presbyopia correction, and advanced corneal procedures.
Dr. Kaya is certified in several areas. These include LASIK application, presbyopia correction with multifocal intraocular lenses, scleral fixation techniques, corneal collagen cross-linking, femtosecond applications for anterior segment surgery, and corneal topography analysis. He is an active member of DOG, AAO, ASCRS, and ESCRS. Dr. Kaya is dedicated to excellence and innovation in ophthalmology.
Dr. Mehmet Orçun Akdemir is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association. He has published 24 articles in international peer‑reviewed journals, many indexed in SCI/SCI‑E. He has 17 papers in national peer‑reviewed journals. He has given 5 presentations at international meetings.
His work centers on the cornea and anterior segment. Areas include keratoconus; DALK, PKP, and DSAEK; corneal biomechanics; and corneal cross‑linking. He also studies glaucoma surgery after keratoplasty, ocular surface disease and pseudoexfoliation, and neuro‑ophthalmology and retina. He contributed to 4 ophthalmology book translations. His studies compare DALK and PKP outcomes in keratoconus, analyze biomechanics after DALK, evaluate graft thickness after DSAEK, and compare trabeculectomy with the Ahmed valve in post‑PKP glaucoma.
Dr. Peykan Türkçüoğlu is a professor of ophthalmology. He graduated from Hacettepe University School of Medicine in Turkey. He has served in academic and clinical roles at top institutions. He worked as an assistant and associate professor at Fırat and İnönü Universities.
He completed a fellowship at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Wilmer Eye Institute. There, he specialized in vitreoretinal and medical retinal diseases. Dr. Türkçüoğlu has advanced retinal care and now practices at Veni Vidi Göz Eye Hospital. He is known for his academic work, international training, and leadership in eye surgery and research.
Education:
2006-2013 Bursa Uludag University Faculty of Medicine - Undergraduate - (1 year English preparatory education)
2015-2020 Istanbul University of Health Sciences Haydarpaşa Numune Education and Research
Hospital, Department of Ophthalmology - Specialization in Medicine
Work Experience:
2013 : Yozgat Sarıkaya Community Health Center (General Practitioner)
2014: Ankara University Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation (Research Assistant)
2015-2020 : Istanbul University of Health Sciences Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital
Department of Ophthalmology (Research Assistant)
2020-2022 : Kırşehir Training and Research Hospital (Specialist Physician)
Medical Interests:
oculoplastic surgery
Blepharoplasty - Botox - Eye area aesthetics
Excimer laser- Refractive surgery
cataract surgery
general ophthalmology