Professional Experience
- Current Position: Eye Diseases Specialist at Dünyagöz Eye Hospital, Istanbul Etiler
- Surgical Experience: Over 9,000 surgical cases performed
- Membership: Turkish Society of Ophthalmology (TOD)
Academic Contributions
- Presented at the 31st Meeting of the European Strabismological Association, Mykonos, Greece
- Participated in the 11th Meeting of the International Strabismological Association, Istanbul, Turkey
- Attended the 2nd World Congress of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Milan, Italy
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Yılmaz offers comprehensive care in pediatric ophthalmology, focusing on early diagnosis and treatment of children’s eye conditions.
- Strabismus: Correcting misalignment of the eyes to improve vision and appearance
- Amblyopia (Lazy Eye): Enhancing visual development in children through tailored therapies
- General Pediatric Eye Health: Routine eye examinations and management of various ocular conditions in children
Publications and Research
Dr. Yılmaz has contributed to several peer-reviewed journals, emphasizing her commitment to advancing ophthalmic knowledge:
- Results of intravitreal triamcinolone acetonide injection for panuveitis attacks in Behçet disease. Journal of Ocular Pharmacology and Therapeutics, 2007.
- Evaluation of corneal microstructure in keratoconus patients using in vivo confocal microscopy. Contact Lens and Anterior Eye, 2010.
- 30 years of contact lens prescribing for keratoconic patients in Turkey. Contact Lens and Anterior Eye, 2009.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Yılmaz is dedicated to providing compassionate and comprehensive eye care for children. Her approach includes:
- Emphasizing early detection and intervention to ensure optimal visual development
- Maintaining open communication with patients and their families to foster trust and understanding
- Offering services in multiple languages to accommodate international patients
Professional Affiliations
- Member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology (TOD)
FAQs
- Is Dr. Şenay Yılmaz board-certified?
- Yes, she is a certified ophthalmologist and a member of the Turkish Society of Ophthalmology.
- What types of surgeries does she perform?
- Dr. Yılmaz specializes in pediatric ophthalmic surgeries, including strabismus correction and treatment of amblyopia.
- Does she treat international patients?
- Yes, Dr. Yılmaz provides services to international patients and offers consultations in English and Bulgarian.
- How long is the typical hospital stay for eye surgeries?
- Most pediatric eye surgeries are performed on an outpatient basis, allowing patients to return home the same day.
- What languages does she speak?
- Dr. Yılmaz is fluent in English and Bulgarian, in addition to her native Turkish.
