Miejsce urodzenia i data
Ankara, 1975
Języki obce
angielski
Wykształcenie i doświadczenie
1999 Uniwersytet w Ankarze Wydział Lekarski
2004 Uniwersytet w Stambule, Wydział Lekarski Cerrahpaşa, Katedra Okulistyki
2012 Uniwersytet Yeditepe Wydział Lekarski Katedra Okulistyki, wykładowca
Doświadczenie w sprawie
13 lat aktywnej praktyki okulistycznej.
Członkostwo w stowarzyszeniach
Tureckie Stowarzyszenie Okulistyczne (TOD)
Aktywny członek Oddziału Medycznej Siatkówki Tureckiego Stowarzyszenia Okulistów
Europejskie Towarzystwo Witreoretinalne (EVRS)
Europejskie Towarzystwo Specjalistów Siatkówki (EURETINA)
Międzynarodowe Towarzystwo Klinicznej Elektrofizjologii Wzroku (ISCEV)
Europejskie Towarzystwo Chirurgów Zaćmy i Refrakcyjnych (ESCRS)
Miejsce urodzenia i data
Tars, 1958
Języki obce
Angielski, Japoński
Wykształcenie i doświadczenie
Wydział Lekarski Uniwersytetu w Ankarze 1976-82
Edukacja specjalistyczna SB Dışkapı EAH 1984-87
Specjalistyczne wykształcenie Japonia Uniwersytet Tohoku Wydział Lekarski 1987-89
Edukacja specjalistyczna SB Okmeydanı EAH 1989-90
Edukacja podyplomowa USA Case Western Reserve University Wydział Lekarski 1990-91
Stanowisko profesora nadzwyczajnego, Japonia, Uniwersytet Tohoku, Wydział Lekarski 1993-96
Doświadczenie w sprawach
Ponad 40 000 doświadczeń w zakresie operacji chirurgicznych
Stowarzyszenia, których jest członkiem
Tureckie Stowarzyszenie Okulistyczne
Tureckie Stowarzyszenie Medyczne
Certyfikat
Certyfikat LASIK Wydział Lekarski Uniwersytetu Kreteńskiego (Prof. Dr. I. Pallikaris)
Nagrody
Rząd Japonii – Ministerstwo Edukacji, Nauki i Kultury (Monbusho), stypendium badawcze (1987-89)
Nagroda badawcza Mishima Sai-ichi w Japonii (1988-89)
Stany Zjednoczone – stypendium podróżnicze na rzecz walki ze ślepotą i zwyrodnieniem barwnikowym siatkówki (1988)
Nagroda badawcza Mishima Sai-ichi w Japonii (1994-95)
Nagroda badawcza Mishima Sai-ichi w Japonii (1995-96)
EDUCATION
• Mersin University Faculty of Medicine, 2009
• İstanbul Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Ophthalmology Specialist Training, 2009-2013
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Mardin Midyat State Hospital, Specialist Doctor, 2014-2020
• Mardin Training and Research Hospital, Specialist Doctor, 2020-2022
• Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital, 2022-2024
• Westeye Erbil Hospital, 2024-2025
• İstanbul Tema Hospital, 2024-2025
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
• Cataract and Refractive Surgery
• Corneal Diseases and Keratoplasty
• Strabismus and Surgery
• Eyelid and Lacrimal Duct Surgery
• Eye Trauma Surgery
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATES
• 2020, 3 months Ulucanlar Eye Training and Research Vitrectomy Training at the Hospital
MEMBERSHIPS
• Member of Turkish Ophthalmology Association (TOD)
LANGUAGES
• English (Intermediate)
PUBLICATIONS
1. Changes caused by fluorescein in the tear film evaluated with hybrid break-up time test as a new method-Part Two: Its effect on breakup locations and other quantitative values - Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 2023
2. The profile of patients attending to the general emergency department with ocular complaints within the last year: is it a true ocular emergency? - BMC Ophthalmology, 2024
3. Medium-term outcomes of three horizontal muscle surgery in large-angle infantile esotropia - Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus, 2014
4. Evaluation of Anterior Segment Parameters Using Scheimpflug Topography Device in Patients Undergoing Nd: YAG Laser Posterior Capsulotomy: Retrospective Study - Türkiye Klinikleri Journal of Ophthalmology, 2024
5. Publication patterns of ophthalmology residency dissertations in Turkey - Eur J Gen Med, 2015
6. Evaluation of the Effect of Infection and Immunity on the Tear Film by Scheimpflug-Placido Disc Topography-A Case Control Study - Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 2023
7. Changes caused by fluorescein in tear film by hybrid break-up time test-part one; on quantitative values - Photodiagnosis and Photodynamic Therapy, 2022
8. An easy and practical method for toric intraocular lens implantation: marking corneal astigmatic axis at slit-lamp - International Ophthalmology, 2017
9. Slanted medial rectus recession is effective in the treatment of convergence excess esotropia - Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus, 2014
10. A reasonable option in vitrectomized eyes: manual small incision cataract surgery - International Journal of Ophthalmology, 2014
11. The Role of Systemic Inflammation in Acquired Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction - Beyoglu Eye Journal, 2023
12. A New Approach: Determination of the Safe Surgical Margin in Pterygium Surgery - Klinische Monatsblätter für Augenheilkunde, 2023
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. Digdem Begendi is an experienced ophthalmologist. She specializes in cataract surgery with IOL replacement, LASIK, and strabismus treatment. She is skilled in advanced procedures, including intraLase laser eye surgery, laser iridotomy, and femtosecond laser techniques.
Dr. Begendi has published several articles in national and international journals. Her work shows a strong commitment to research and clinical care. She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association. She completed her medical degree at Istanbul Bilim University and her specialization at Akdeniz University.
Okulista
Dr. Zeynep Alkin is a Professor of Ophthalmology. She specializes in medical retina and vitreoretinal surgery. She earned her medical degree at Istanbul University. She completed her residency at Beyoglu Eye Training and Research Hospital. Dr. Alkin later served as an Assistant Professor and Clinical Fellow in retina departments. She also completed a research fellowship at Doheny Eye Institute, USC. She is a member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Society and its Medical and Surgical Retina Boards.
Dr. Alkin has given over 40 presentations at national and international meetings. She has authored more than 40 peer-reviewed publications. Her main interests are retinal diseases, diabetic macular edema, and age-related macular degeneration. Her research includes multicenter studies and real-world data analyses. Dr. Alkin’s work supports evidence-based practice in ophthalmology.
Dr. Rupert Menapace is a leading ophthalmologist and professor at Vienna Medical University. He specializes in cataract and refractive surgery, glaucoma treatment, and anterior segment reconstruction. He leads the University Hospital of Ophthalmology and Optometry and directs the institute for artificial lens implantation.
Expertscape.com ranks Dr. Menapace among the world’s top five cataract specialists. He pioneered minimally invasive cataract microsurgery and advanced lens implantation methods. Dr. Menapace holds a Doctor of General Medicine degree and is a diplomate of the European Association of Ophthalmologists. He has over 30 years of surgical experience and has published many scientific papers.
Professor Dr. Stefan Pieh is a leading Austrian ophthalmologist. He specializes in refractive and cataract surgery. Dr. Pieh leads the Eye Refractive Surgery Center at Vienna Private Clinic. He also teaches at the Medical University of Vienna. He has performed thousands of procedures to correct myopia and hyperopia. He uses excimer lasers and implantable lenses for these treatments.
Dr. Pieh is known for his research on intraocular lens image quality. He has worked at the cornea department of Vienna General Hospital since 1998. He is an honorary member of several major ophthalmological societies, including ESCRS and ASCRS. These memberships highlight his international reputation and expertise.
Dr. Stefan Sacu is an experienced ophthalmologist. He specializes in cataract and retinal surgery, as well as diseases of the macula and retina. Since 1999, he has worked at the Department of Ophthalmology at the Medical University of Vienna. He has taken part in many scientific projects. His research includes new treatments for exudative macular diseases and genetic therapies for hereditary retinal conditions.
Dr. Sacu received the Theodor-Koerner Science Prize in 2003. He is an active member of the DGII and ESCRS. He is known for his clinical and academic work. Dr. Sacu teaches both nursing staff and medical students. He is dedicated to improving eye care with modern techniques and equipment.