Eye Diseases & Surgery

Op. Dr. Ömer Takeş – Ophthalmologist | Cataract and Refractive Surgery

Eye Diseases & Surgery

Op. Dr. Ömer Takeş

Specialist in Eye Diseases · Cataract and Refractive Surgery · Laser Eye Treatments · Premium Intraocular Lenses

An eye surgeon working with a focus on cataract and refractive surgery at his private practice in Alsancak, İzmir. Experienced in advanced laser treatments, smart lenses and complex cataract surgery; surgical planning is based on advanced biometry and corneal analyses.

Experience11+ Years
Focus AreaCataract & Refractive
PracticeAlsancak, İzmir

Professional experience since specialty training in 2015, covering public and private hospital positions and private practice; member of ESCRS and the Turkish Ophthalmological Association.

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Professional Profile

Op. Dr. Ömer Takeş is an experienced ophthalmic surgeon based in his private practice in Alsancak, Izmir, focusing on cataract and refractive surgery, advanced laser treatments, and premium intraocular lens applications. His clinical practice adopts modern surgical approaches that are scientifically supported, personalized, and emphasize visual quality.

Education and Expertise

Op. Dr. Ömer Takeş completed his medical education in 2010 at Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine; between 2011 and 2015, he specialized in Ophthalmology at Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine. During his specialization, he focused particularly on cataract surgery, corneal, and refractive surgery.

Professional Experience

Between 2015 and 2018, he worked at İzmir Çiğli Regional Hospital, and between 2018 and 2022, he served at İzmir Özel Kaşkaloğlu Eye Hospital. In May 2022, he opened his private Ophthalmology and Surgery Clinic in Alsancak, Izmir, and began treating patients. He further enhanced his surgical experience by actively working for about six months in both international eye health centers and his own clinic, focusing on advanced surgical techniques.

Clinical Areas of Interest

  • Laser eye treatments (SMILE Pro, LASIK, No-Touch PRK)
  • Challenging and complex cataract surgeries
  • Smart lenses (trifocal/EDOF) and refractive-cataract surgery
  • Phakic lens (ICL) applications
  • Eyelid aesthetics and selected vitreoretinal procedures

With thousands of surgical experiences, Op. Dr. Ömer Takeş stands out with his personalized approach, balancing patient expectations with optical quality, especially in premium lens planning and laser refractive surgery. Advanced biometry, corneal analysis, and detailed anterior segment assessment are the basis of his surgical planning process.

Scientific Work and Academic Activities

Op. Dr. Ömer Takeş has over 50 national and international publications, papers, and clinical studies. He is a member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) and the Turkish Ophthalmology Association, and he regularly participates in the ESCRS congresses and the National Congress of the Turkish Ophthalmology Association to closely follow the latest surgical approaches.

International Patient Experience and Clinical Approach

Thanks to its central location in Alsancak, Izmir, Op. Dr. Ömer Takeş’s Eye Clinic serves patients from various cities in Turkey and abroad under health tourism. The clinic operates with an ethical medical understanding, transparent information, and a patient safety-oriented approach. The goal is not only to improve vision levels but to provide a holistic visual quality that includes contrast sensitivity, night vision, and long-term visual comfort.

 

Ophthalmologist Op. Dr. Ömer Takeş specializes in the treatment of the following eye conditions:

 

  • ICL Surgery

  • Cataract Treatment

  • Dry Eye Syndrome Treatment

  • Laser Eye Treatments

  • Contact Lens Therapy

  • Vitreoretinal Surgeries

  • Intraocular Lens Options

  • Pterygium (Fleshy Eye Growth) Treatment

  • Smart Lenses (Trifocal Lenses)

  • Glaucoma (Eye Pressure) Treatment

  • Non-Surgical Eyelid Aesthetics

  • Amblyopia and Strabismus Treatment

  • Eyelid Aesthetic Surgery – Blepharoplasty

  • Keratoconus and Corneal Disease Treatment

  • Refractive Errors and Vision Correction

  • Pinguecula (Yellow Spot on Eye White) Treatment

  • Macular Degeneration and Retinal Disease Treatment

  • Diabetic Retinopathy (Vision Loss Due to Diabetes) Treatment

 

Scientific Congresses and Symposia Attended

 

Turkish Ophthalmological Association

Dr. Ömer Takeş attended the 59th National Ophthalmology Congress organized by the Turkish Ophthalmological Association, where he closely followed the latest developments in Laser and Smart Lens technologies.

 

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Attending the 43rd Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) in Copenhagen, Op. Dr. Ömer Takeş had the opportunity to follow the latest developments in eye diseases, laser surgeries, and smart lens technologies alongside colleagues from around the world.

Experience

Professional Experience

  1. İzmir Çiğli Regional Hospital

    Ophthalmologist
    İzmir · 2015 – 2018

    First post-specialty position; clinical and surgical experience with a broad patient profile.

  2. İzmir Kaşkaloğlu Eye Hospital

    Ophthalmologist
    İzmir · 2018 – 2022

    Maintained an intensive surgical practice focused on cataract and refractive surgery.

  3. Clinical Work Abroad

    Eye care centres
    2022 · about 6 months

    Developed his experience in advanced surgical techniques by working actively at eye care centres abroad.

  4. Private Eye Diseases and Surgery Practice

    Founding Physician · Ophthalmologist
    Alsancak, İzmir · May 2022 – Present

    Plans cataract, refractive and laser eye surgery individually at his own practice. Main areas of work:

    • Laser eye treatments: SMILE Pro, LASIK, No-Touch PRK
    • Challenging and complex cataract surgeries
    • Smart lens (trifocal/EDOF) and refractive cataract surgery
    • Phakic lens (ICL) procedures
    • Eyelid aesthetics and selected vitreoretinal procedures
Education

Education & Training

Dokuz Eylül University Faculty of Medicine

Department of Ophthalmology · Specialty · İzmir · 2011 – 2015

During specialty training he focused particularly on cataract surgery, cornea and refractive surgery.

Uludağ University Faculty of Medicine

Doctor of Medicine · Graduation · Bursa · 2010

Completed his medical education in 2010 and received the title of Doctor of Medicine.

Scientific Work

Papers, presentations and clinical studies · More than 50

Has more than 50 national and international papers, presentations and clinical studies.

Continuing Professional Development

ESCRS and TOA congresses · Every year

Regular attendance at ESCRS congresses and the National Congress of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association.

Memberships

Professional Memberships

Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) Member of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS)
Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association Member of the Turkish Ophthalmological Association
Member of the Turkish Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (TCOD) Member of the Turkish Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (TCOD)
Treatments

Main Treatments

Approach

Clinical Approach

Op. Dr. Ömer Takeş evaluates every patient individually, considering their lifestyle, occupation and visual needs. Surgical planning is based on advanced biometry, corneal analyses and detailed anterior segment assessment; instead of standard packages, a plan specific to the patient is built.

The aim is not only to increase the level of vision, but to provide holistic visual quality covering contrast sensitivity, night vision and long-term visual comfort. Ethical medical practice, transparent information and patient safety are priorities at every stage.

Certificates

Diplomas and Certificates




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