Prof. Yusuf Yildirim biography:

Prof. Yusuf Yildirim is a renowned ophthalmologist with extensive experience in eye care, particularly in cataract surgery and refractive surgery. He currently practices at Bağcılar Medipol Mega University Hospital and Medipol Acıbadem Regional Hospital. Prof. Yusuf Yildirim specializes in laser treatments, cataract surgeries, and refractive surgery. He is well-versed in the latest surgical techniques and technological advancements, offering cutting-edge solutions to his patients.

Prof. Yusuf Yildirim is a highly skilled ophthalmologist with a solid foundation in both the clinical and academic aspects of eye care. He is committed to providing exceptional treatment for a variety of eye conditions while keeping up with advancements in medical technology and surgical practices.

Areas of Expertise:

Refractive Surgery:

• Techniques such as SMILE (Small-Incision Lenticule Extraction), LASIK, and phakic intraocular lenses for correcting myopia and other refractive errors.
• Outcomes and safety assessments in eyes with thin corneas or high myopia.

Cataract Surgery:

• Comparative studies on techniques like Nd:YAG laser capsulotomy and needle aspiration for cataracts.
• Long-term results of phakic intraocular lens implants for high myopia.

Corneal and External Eye Diseases:

• Management of keratoconus, including crosslinking protocols.
• Study of the corneal microbiome and its role in conditions like keratoconus and ocular surface diseases.
• Phototherapeutic keratectomy (PTK) for corneal dystrophies and opacities.

Glaucoma:

• Surgical interventions such as gonioscopy-assisted transluminal trabeculotomy for conditions like Fuchs uveitis syndrome.

Pediatric Ophthalmology:

• Management of pediatric ocular conditions like rosacea and keratoconus.
• Innovative techniques, such as sutureless amniotic membrane transplantation, for Stevens-Johnson syndrome.

Ocular Trauma and Emergency Care:

• Outcomes in open-globe injuries and traumatic globe avulsion.
• Use of trauma scores to assess ocular injuries.

Corneal Transplantation:

• Outcomes and complications of Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK).
• Effects of corneal parameters on surgical success.

Dry Eye and Ocular Surface Disorders:

• Evaluation of treatments such as omega-3 fatty acids and sodium hyaluronate after corneal procedures.

Optical Zone and Vision Quality:

• Studies on effective optical zones and their differences in refractive surgeries like LASIK and SMILE.

Education:

• He graduated from Istanbul University Faculty of Medicine in 2006.
• He completed his specialization in Ophthalmology at SBÜ Beyoğlu Göz SUAM in 2011, which provided him with advanced expertise in various aspects of eye health and surgery.

Professional Experience:

Prof. Yusuf Yildirim has held prominent positions in the field of ophthalmology:

• Program Manager at Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital from 2020 to 2024.
• He has worked at reputable institutions like Patnos State Hospital and Kanuni Sultan Süleyman Education and Research Hospital, contributing significantly to patient care and surgical advancements.

Languages:

Prof. Yusuf Yildirim has held prominent positions in the field of ophthalmology: is fluent in English, which allows him to engage with international patients and collaborate with global experts in the field of ophthalmology.