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Dr. Gurkan Celikkol is a highly experienced ophthalmologist based in Istanbul, Turkey. With a remarkable career spanning over 30 years, Dr. Celikkol specializes in various eye treatments, including laser surgery. He is particularly interested in the field of artificial intelligence and utilizes this technology to diagnose corneal abnormalities. Dr. Celikkol obtained his medical degree from Istanbul University Istanbul Medical School, following his graduation from Galatasaray High School. He then completed his residency at the prestigious Beyoglu Research Hospital. Afterwards, Dr. Celikkol pursued further research opportunities in the United States. He worked as a biomedical researcher at Johns Hopkins University before joining the University of California, San Diego. During his time in the US, Dr. Celikkol focused on studying cornea and artificial intelligence, as well as researching refractive surgery and renowned eye laser centers in both the United States and Europe. Driven by his vision to establish a state-of-the-art laser center in Turkey, Dr. Celikkol founded the EyeSTAR LASIK Institute in 1999. This institute quickly gained international recognition, attracting patients from around the world and contributing to the growth of health tourism in Turkey. Dr. Celikkol’s dedication and achievements in the field have earned him a prominent reputation as the founder and director of EyeSTAR, as well as recognition in “Who’s Who” for his significant contributions to health tourism in Turkey. Outside of his professional endeavors, Dr. Celikkol has a passion for chess and has achieved notable success in the sport, winning two chess championships and ranking seventh in Europe and second in Turkey. Additionally, he is a member of MENSA and is fluent in both French and English. Dr. Celikkol’s expertise, extensive experience, and commitment to advancing eye care make him a highly respected figure in the field of ophthalmology. His dedication to providing the best possible treatments and his contributions to the advancement of health tourism in Turkey have solidified his position as a leading ophthalmologist both nationally and internationally.
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