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Tulay Arici

Tulay Arici

Eye/Lasik Care

2005+

Years of Experience

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Speciality

• Eye/Lasik Care

Language Spoken

• English

Ophtalmologist

Hospital Affiliations

Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy

Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy

## Dunyagoz Eye Hospital Istanbul Atakoy, opened in June 2004 in the peaceful Ataköy district on Istanbul's European side, is a **JCI-accredited private eye center and the first specialist ophthalmology clinic in Turkey to receive JCI accreditation**. Serving over 40,000 patients annually, the hospital draws international visitors from Europe, the Arab world, and the CIS seeking comprehensive ophthalmology care. With more than 200 experienced and world-renowned medical specialists, Dunyagoz Istanbul Atakoy offers diagnosis and treatment across all subspecialties of eye health using advanced techniques and the latest technology. --- ## Accreditations & Recognition - First specialist ophthalmology clinic in Turkey to receive JCI (Joint Commission International) accreditation - ISO 9001 certification from TÜV NORD/SÜD - Holds Turkish Medical Association membership and International Health Tourism Authorization Certificate - Treats patients from 160+ countries with multilingual support in English, German, Russian, and Arabic --- ## Medical Specialties | Specialty | Focus | |-----------|-------| | Refractive Surgery | ILASIK and RELEX SMILE laser correction for myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism | | Cataract Surgery | Surgical treatment with lens replacement | | Glaucoma Treatment | Comprehensive diagnosis and management of glaucoma and ocular pathologies | | Corneal Health | Corneal pathology treatment and diagnosis | | Retinal Disorders | Advanced retinal diagnosis and treatment | | Strabismus & Pediatric Ophthalmology | Strabismus correction and pediatric eye care | | Prosthetic Eye Services | Removal of the eyeball with implant placement | --- ## Facilities - Highly developed operating rooms equipped for all eye procedures - State-of-the-art diagnostic equipment including TOPCON CL-200 and Argon lasers - FDA-approved lenses and materials used in all procedures --- ## International Patient Services - Airport pickup, transfer to clinic, and multilingual patient companions to guide international patients - Examination, preliminary testing, and initial medications provided - End-to-end support from airport pickup through post-operative follow-up --- ## Patient Experience Empathy, respect, and kindness form the foundation of Dunyagoz Istanbul Atakoy's patient care approach, with a multilingual staff dedicated to ensuring foreigners feel welcomed and supported throughout their stay. The hospital's reputation rests on combining medical expertise with genuine human care, creating a unique experience for international patients seeking world-class eye treatment in Istanbul.

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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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