Necip Kara

Doçent Necip Kara is an Associate Professor at Gaziantep University School of Medicine, Department of Surgical Medical Sciences - Ophthalmology. He completed his medical degree at Selçuk University Meram School of Medicine (1999-2005) and ophthalmology specialization at İstanbul Prof. Dr. N. Reşat Belger Beyoğlu Eye Education and Research Hospital (2006-2010). Currently, he serves as an academic ophthalmologist with a focus on corneal transplantation, refractive surgery, and ocular biomechanics.

• Academic Appointments: Associate Professor (2014-present) at Gaziantep University
• Education: MD from Selçuk University; Ophthalmology Residency in Istanbul

His research interests include corneal transplantation techniques (DALK, DMEK), ocular biomechanics in systemic diseases (diabetes, Wilson's), and intraocular pressure dynamics. He has pioneered surgical innovations like sutureless amniotic membrane transplantation using modified ocular surface rings.

Key article trends show expertise in Descemet membrane endothelial keratoplasty outcomes, biomechanical effects of systemic conditions, and complications of anterior segment surgeries. His work spans 89 publications across high-impact journals like Cornea, Eye, and British Journal of Ophthalmology.

• Scientific Awards
  • 2018 TROPHY Award (Thea Pharma)
  • European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma (2015)
  • Göz Bankası Tıbbi Müdürü Sertifikası (2014)

He has mentored thesis works on corneal transplantation outcomes and ocular effects of psychiatric medications. His academic collaborations span institutions in Turkey and France, with memberships in Turkish Ophthalmological Association units for cataract/refractive surgery, glaucoma, and corneal diseases.