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Professor ALPER METE is a distinguished academic and clinician in the Department of Ophthalmology at Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine. He serves as a Professor and has held administrative positions including Deputy Chief Physician (2022-present) and Cornea Bank Director (2017-present). His academic career spans over a decade at Gaziantep University, where he was promoted from Associate Professor in 2018 to his current Professor position.
- Medical Specialization: 2007-2011 at Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine, Department of Surgical Medicine, Department of Ophthalmology
- Medical Education: 2000-2006 at Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine
Professor METE specializes in ophthalmology with particular expertise in retinopathy of prematurity, corneal diseases, pediatric ophthalmology, and vitreoretinal surgery. His research examines the ocular manifestations of systemic diseases, surgical techniques for corneal disorders, and innovative approaches to pediatric eye care. He has developed specialized techniques in scleral fixation for intraocular lenses and has extensively studied the effects of various conditions on corneal endothelium.
His publication record shows a strong emphasis on clinical research with 57 articles published in SCI-indexed journals. Recent work focuses on emerging areas including the ocular effects of COVID-19, advanced imaging techniques like OCT angiography, and the intersection of systemic diseases with eye health. His publications span high-impact ophthalmology journals including International Ophthalmology, Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, and Arquivos Brasileiros de Oftalmologia.
Professor METE actively contributes to academic training as evidenced by his management of 5 medical specialization theses. His teaching portfolio includes courses on corneal diseases, visual physiology, eye emergencies, and contact lens applications at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
He has led significant research projects including a national scientific research project funded by Higher Education Institutions on intraocular pressure changes following argon and YAG laser procedures (2018-2020). His work extends to clinical training programs, having completed a Clinical Researcher Training Program focusing on the basic principles of clinical research through Gaziantep University Faculty of Medicine.
Professional affiliations include membership in the Turkish Medical Association (2022) and the Turkish Ophthalmology Association (2007), demonstrating his commitment to professional development and contribution to the broader medical community.
