Prof. Dilek Erkan, MD is a highly experienced ophthalmologist based in Istanbul, Turkey, with over 43 years of clinical practice. She currently serves at Memorial Şişli Hospital, providing comprehensive eye care services.
Full Name: Prof. Dilek Erkan, MD
Years of Experience: 43 years
Main Specialty: Ophthalmology
Educational Background
Medical Degree: Ankara University Medical Faculty, Turkey (1976–1982)
Specialist Training: Hacettepe University Medical Faculty, Turkey (1984–1988)
Associate Professor: 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine, Turkey (1992)
2014–Present: Ophthalmology Specialist, Memorial Şişli Hospital, Istanbul
2011–2013: Ophthalmology Specialist, Dünya Göz Etiler Hospital, Istanbul
2002–2011: Head of Ophthalmology Department, 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine, Samsun
1992–2011: Lecturer, Ophthalmology Department, 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine, Samsun
1989–1991: Ophthalmology Specialist, Samsun Public Hospital
Academic Contributions
Former Head of Ophthalmology Department at 19 Mayıs University Faculty of Medicine
Lecturer in Ophthalmology for nearly two decades
Authored over 50 peer-reviewed publications in the field of ophthalmology
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Erkan specializes in a wide range of ophthalmologic conditions and procedures, including:
Comprehensive eye disease care
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) treatment
Strabismus surgery
Management of amblyopia (lazy eye)
Diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) screening and management
Publications and Research
Prof. Erkan has contributed extensively to ophthalmologic research. Notable publications include:
Results of CAM therapy in amblyopic patients: Evaluated visual acuity improvements in patients unresponsive to occlusion therapy.
Contrast Sensitivity of Thyroid Associated Ophthalmopathy Patients: Compared contrast sensitivity levels in TAO patients without optic neuropathy to healthy individuals.
Screening for retinopathy of prematurity (ROP): Assessed the frequency and screening effectiveness for ROP in preterm infants in Turkey.
Her full list of publications can be found on her ResearchGate profile.
Patient Care Philosophy
Emphasizes patient education and clear communication
Offers online consultations for international patients
Committed to culturally sensitive care and patient satisfaction
Professional Affiliations
Member of the Turkish Medical Association
Active participation in national and international ophthalmology conferences
FAQs
Is Dr. Dilek Erkan board-certified?
Yes, she holds board certification in ophthalmology in Turkey.
What types of surgeries does she perform?
Prof. Erkan performs various ophthalmologic surgeries, including strabismus correction and procedures for glaucoma and ROP.
Does she treat international patients?
Yes, she offers online consultations and treatment plans for international patients.
How long is the typical hospital stay?
The length of stay varies depending on the procedure; many are outpatient or require minimal hospitalization.
What languages does she speak?
Prof. Erkan is proficient in English and Turkish.
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Turkey,
Mar 30, 2025
gıyasettin aydeniz
Göz hastalıkları bölümü Dilek hanım gerçekten çocukların dilinden anlayan ve müthiş bir bilgi birikimine sahip. Gerçekten yıllardır gittiğimiz ve güvendiğimiz bir hekim. Kendisine çok teşekkür ederim
Turkey,
Feb 15, 2023
Selin Ekşi
Harika bir doktor. Yıllar önce yaklaşık 12 yaşlarındayken gözümde bir problem olduğunu anlamıştık. Birçok doktora gittim, hepsi göz tembelliği deyip geçiştiriyordu ama problemim daha da artıyordu. Dilek Hanımla yollarımız kesişti ve bana 4.derece sinir felci teşhisi koydu. Bunun için kendisi beni ameliyat etti. Problemin tamamen geçmeyeceğini söylemişti ama estetik olarak kesinlikle çok büyük fark yaratmıştı. Diğer gittiğim doktorlara güvenseydim ve arayışa devam etmeseydim belki şu an çok daha kötü bir halde olacaktım. Dilek Hanım'ın içten ve samimi hali hala gözümün önünde. Aradan yaklaşık 15 yıl geçti ama ben kendisini hiç unutmuyorum. Bazı doktorlar iyi ki var.
2003 yılında Annem gözünden rahatsızlandı Çorum ve Amasya da teşhis koyamadılar .Samsun a geldik tesadüfen Naciye hanımdan randevu aldık çok araştırdı ama birşey bulamadılar ancak Naciye hanım buradaki aletlerle tesbit edemiyoruz ama Hacettepe ye giderseniz iyi olur dedi ve bize doktor tavsiye etti Hacettepeye gittik ordaki prof da bu teşhisi takdir etti. Annemi yitirdim ama Naciye hanımın ilgisini ve teşhisini takdir ettim.
hocam bizim gözbebeğimizdi...üniversite bu değeri malesef kaybetti...Ama biz hocamızın değerini hiç bir zaman unutmayacağız....Seni seviyoruz kıymetli hocam...
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