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Dr.Abdullah Özkaya (Ophtalmologist)– Best Costs, Reviews – Book Your Consultation
Prof. Dr. Abdullah Özkaya is a distinguished ophthalmologist with over 23 years of clinical and academic experience. He currently serves as the Head of the Department of Ophthalmology at Memorial Şişli Hospital in Istanbul, Turkey.
- Full Name: Prof. Dr. Abdullah Özkaya
- Years of Experience: 23+
- Main Specialty: Ophthalmology, with a focus on vitreoretinal surgery and medical retina
Educational Background
- Medical School: Ege University Faculty of Medicine, İzmir, Turkey (1996–2002)
- Residency: İzmir Tepecik Training and Research Hospital, Ophthalmology Specialist Training (2002–2007)
Professional Experience
- 2019–Present: Head of Department, Ophthalmology, Memorial Şişli Hospital, Istanbul
- 2018–Present: Associate Professor, Istanbul Aydın University
- 2018–2019: Ophthalmology Specialist, Surp Pırgiç Hospital, Istanbul
- 2015–2018: Associate Professor, Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul
- 2013–2015: Chief Assistant, Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul
- 2010–2012: Ophthalmology Specialist, Beyoğlu Eye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul
- 2009–2010: Ophthalmology Specialist, Bakırköy Dr. Sadi Konuk Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul
- 2008–2009: Ophthalmology Specialist, Gülhane Military Medical Academy, Ankara
Academic Contributions
- Professor at Istanbul Aydın University, Faculty of Medicine
- Supervised 4 master’s theses
- Active participation in national and international ophthalmology conferences as speaker and participant
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Dr. Özkaya specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of complex eye conditions, particularly those related to the retina.
- Vitreoretinal Surgery: Treatment of retinal detachments, macular holes, and epiretinal membranes
- Medical Retina: Management of diabetic retinopathy, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and retinal vein occlusion
- Cataract Surgery: Advanced techniques for cataract removal and intraocular lens implantation
- Intravitreal Injections: Administration of medications for macular edema and retinal vascular diseases
- Ocular Imaging: Utilization of OCT and fluorescein angiography for precise diagnosis
Publications and Research
Prof. Dr. Özkaya has made significant contributions to ophthalmic research:
- Authored over 83 articles in international peer-reviewed journals
- Published 46 articles in national peer-reviewed journals
- Presented 29 papers at international scientific meetings
- Co-authored national and international books and translated 2 medical books
- His work has been cited over 500 times in academic literature
His research focuses on topics such as neovascular age-related macular degeneration, choroidal thickness changes, and surgical techniques in ophthalmology.
Patient Care Philosophy
- Emphasizes personalized treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs
- Prioritizes patient education to ensure informed decision-making
- Offers online consultations for international patients
- Committed to cultural sensitivity and high patient satisfaction
Professional Affiliations
- Member, Turkish Ophthalmology Society (TOD)
- Active Member, Medical Retina Unit
- Active Member, Vitreoretinal Surgery Unit
- Active Member, Young Ophthalmologists Unit
- Delegate, Istanbul Branch Headquarters
- Member, Turkic Republics Ophthalmology Society
- Member, European Vitreoretinal Society
FAQs
- Is Dr. Abdullah Özkaya board-certified?
- Yes, he is a certified ophthalmologist with extensive training and experience in the field.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- He specializes in vitreoretinal surgeries, cataract removal with intraocular lens implantation, and intravitreal injections.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes, Dr. Özkaya offers consultations and treatments for international patients, including online pre-consultations.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- The duration varies depending on the procedure, but many ophthalmic surgeries are performed on an outpatient basis.
- What languages does he speak?
- He is proficient in Turkish and English, facilitating communication with a broad range of patients.
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