Professional Experience
Extensive clinical and academic experience across university hospitals and private centers.
- Current: Ophthalmologist, Medicana Çamlıca Hospital (Istanbul) — medical retina, vitreoretinal surgery, cataract, cornea, uveitis
- Previous roles:
- Assistant/Associate Professor, Fırat University Faculty of Medicine
- Assistant/Associate Professor, İnönü University Faculty of Medicine
- Professor of Ophthalmology, Biruni University (Istanbul)
- Ophthalmologist, private eye hospitals/clinics (including Göznuru/Veni Vidi)
- Medical Officer, Sivas Military Hospital (2004–2005)
- Notable practice scope: High-volume cataract and retinal procedures; complex trauma and corneal cases
- Mentorship/leadership: Trained residents and fellows; course and wet-lab contributor at national/international meetings
Academic Contributions
- Teaching: Professor of Ophthalmology; lecturer for medical students, residents, and subspecialty trainees
- Lectures & courses: Invited speaker and surgical video contributor in retina, cataract, and corneal disease
- Research interests: Retinal ischemia-reperfusion injury, corneal graft survival, ocular trauma, uveitis, surgical retina outcomes
- Awards in academia: Multiple national and international recognitions for scholarly and surgical contributions
Areas of Expertise
Prof. Türkçüoğlu treats a wide spectrum of eye conditions with an emphasis on vision preservation and rapid visual rehabilitation.
- Vitreoretinal surgery & medical retina: Retinal detachment, macular hole, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusions
- Cataract: Phacoemulsification with intraocular lens (IOL) implantation; complex cataracts
- Cornea: Corneal transplantation; infectious and immune keratitis; corneal trauma
- Uveitis: Diagnostic work-up and medical/surgical management
- Strabismus: Evaluation and surgical correction for adults
- Laser treatments: YAG/SLT and retinal laser procedures
- Patient-friendly examples:
- “Floaters” or sudden vision loss from retinal tears or detachment
- Cloudy vision from cataract that limits driving or reading
- Blurred central vision from macular diseases (e.g., diabetic swelling)
- Painful red eye after injury (ocular trauma) or severe infection
Publications and Research
Prof. Türkçüoğlu has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles and case reports in ophthalmology. Selected examples:
Retinal ischemia/reperfusion injury and inflammatory mediators (2008): Investigated how agents such as thalidomide may modulate VEGF and TNF-α in experimental retinal ischemia, supporting future therapeutic strategies for ischemic retinopathies.
Nasolacrimal endometriosis (2008): Reported a rare case highlighting atypical causes of epiphora and pain, underscoring the need for broad differential diagnosis in lacrimal disorders.
Corneal graft survival and HSV latency (2007): Explored the relationship between recipient corneal virology and transplant outcomes, informing risk assessment and antiviral strategies in keratoplasty.
Additional publications cover ocular trauma, corneal infections, and surgical retina outcomes.
Patient Care Philosophy
Prof. Türkçüoğlu’s approach emphasizes clear communication, evidence-based decisions, and tailored surgical planning to restore and protect sight.
- Communication: Explains diagnosis and treatment options in simple terms; shares expected timelines and risks
- Safety and outcomes: Prioritizes minimally invasive techniques and fast visual recovery when appropriate
- International patients: Experience caring for medical travelers; coordination support for pre-visit imaging and records
- Cultural sensitivity: Respectful, patient-centered care with attention to individual preferences
- Quality feedback: Positive patient reviews for professionalism, empathy, and surgical skill
Professional Affiliations
- Turkish Ophthalmological Association (TOA) — national membership
- EURETINA — participation and recognition in surgical video competition
- Institutional roles at Turkish university hospitals and private eye centers
- Full medical licensure in Turkey (Ophthalmology)
FAQs
- Is Dr. Peykan Türkçüoğlu board-certified?
- Yes. He is a licensed ophthalmologist in Turkey with professor-level academic credentials.
- What types of surgeries does he perform?
- Vitreoretinal procedures (retinal detachment, macular hole), cataract surgery with IOLs, corneal transplantation, strabismus surgery, and therapeutic laser procedures.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. He consults and operates at Medicana Çamlıca Hospital in Istanbul, which regularly receives medical travelers.
- How long is the typical hospital stay?
- Most cataract and many retinal procedures are day surgeries. Complex trauma or corneal cases may require short observation; your plan is individualized.
- What languages does he speak?
- Turkish and English.
- Does he offer second opinions or pre-consultation reviews?
- Yes. Patients can share prior reports and imaging to streamline in-person evaluation and scheduling.
- Which conditions does he most commonly manage?
- Age-related and diabetic retinal diseases, retinal detachment, cataract, corneal disease and transplants, uveitis, and ocular trauma.
