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Nihat Karakaya

Nihat Karakaya

Eye/Lasik Care

1997+

Years of Experience

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About Nihat Karakaya

Dr. Nihat Karakaya has performed 92,000 surgeries at Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul. He specializes in retinal detachment, cataract surgery, and LASIK vision correction. Dr. Karakaya is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. He treats complex conditions such as keratoconus and strabismus in adults and children. Completed…

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Speciality

• Eye/Lasik Care

Language Spoken

• Arabic• German• English• French• Portuguese• Russian

Awards

  • • American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
  • • Turkish Ophthalmology Association
  • • Turkish Medical Association

Ophtalmologist

Hospital Affiliations

Veni Vidi Eye Clinics

Veni Vidi Eye Clinics

Veni Vidi Eye Clinics is a private single-specialty ophthalmology center located in Istanbul, Turkey, serving both adults and children. Turkey's first and oldest private eye hospital network, Veni Vidi Eye Group has been at the forefront of innovation for more than 32 years. The clinic was the first to introduce laser eye treatment in the country. Its ophthalmology team performs over 60,000 operations each year and treats around 7,000 medical tourists. The hospital holds ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality management and ISO 10002:2018 certification for patient satisfaction. --- ## Accreditations & Recognition - Certification according to DIN EN ISO 9001 by TÜV NORD CERT - ISO 10002:2018 certification for patient satisfaction --- ## Medical Specialties | Specialty | Focus | |-----------|-------| | Laser eye treatment | No Touch Laser (Trans PRK), LASIK, iLASIK (Femtosecond/Bladeless LASIK) | | Cataract surgery | YAG Laser for secondary cataracts | | Lens implantation | Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) | | Glaucoma treatment | Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) for open-angle glaucoma | | Corneal care | Partial and full-thickness corneal transplants for keratoconus and corneal scarring | | Retinal conditions | Argon Laser for retinal tears and diabetic retinopathy | --- ## Facilities - Free airport to clinic transfer and hotel accommodation - Language assistance available - Comprehensive diagnostic packages with minimal waiting times using advanced equipment for detailed eye health assessment --- ## International Patient Services - Services offered in English, German, Russian, and Arabic - Highly experienced doctors with 30,000 to 40,000 successful surgeries each - Surgeons are members of international associations including the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and American Academy of Ophthalmology - International coordination team guides patients from initial contact through every step of treatment --- ## Patient Experience With over 60,000 operations performed annually and around 7,000 medical tourists treated yearly, Veni Vidi Eye Clinics in Istanbul has earned recognition for safe, effective care. Patients appreciate the clinic's combination of modern technology and personalized attention, with experienced surgeons who follow international best practices and stay current with the latest ophthalmology advances. The seamless coordination—from airport transfers to multilingual support to comfortable on-site accommodation—allows international visitors to focus on their recovery while exploring Istanbul's location near the sea and shopping centres.

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Eye/Lasik Care

Eye/Lasik Care

Eye care and LASIK surgery abroad covers vision correction procedures including LASIK, SMILE, PRK, ICL implantation, cataract surgery with premium IOLs, retinal treatments, and glaucoma management. Options range from simple refractive corrections to complex vitreoretinal and oculoplastic procedures. The cost of eye surgery is a primary driver for medical tourism. A bladeless [LASIK procedure](https://curemeabroad.com/treatments/eye-lasik-care/strabismus-surgery-squint-correction) that costs $4,000 to $6,000 at home may be available for $800 to $1,800 abroad at equally equipped laser centers with experienced ophthalmologists and the latest excimer laser platforms. [Leading international eye centers](https://curemeabroad.com/) offer comprehensive pre-surgical corneal mapping, wavefront analysis, and same-day procedures with thorough follow-up care. Patients consistently report receiving more detailed pre-surgical evaluations and unhurried care than they experienced at home. The ophthalmologist's refractive surgery experience and the laser platform's generation are the most important factors. Confirm your surgeon has performed at least 1,000 procedures on the specific laser system. Strict adherence to postoperative eye drop schedules, UV protection, and avoidance of eye rubbing directly impacts visual outcomes and healing.

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