Who We Are
The National Keratoconus Foundation (NKCF) is an outreach program of Gavin Herbert Eye Institute at UC-Irvine. We are dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding of keratoconus (KC), and aim to provide resources to individuals with KC. We unfortunately do not provide financial assistance. Please browse our website to find out more about KC.
Did you watch our recent webinar, "Yes! There Are Soft Lenses for Keratoconus" ?
In this talk, Dr. Susan Resnick, OD, FAAO, FSLS dispels myths about what types of contacts work for those with KC. She offers tips and share her extensive experience fitting keratoconus patients with a variety of contact lens options, always considering a patient’s vision needs, eye health and comfort.
You can find a recording of the webinar here.
Meet NKCF's New Ambassador: Joey Gase
The National Keratoconus Foundation (NKCF), the world’s oldest and largest organization dedicated to increasing awareness of keratoconus has named NASCAR driver Joey Gase as Ambassador.
Read about Joey’s keratoconus journey here.
Watch our latest webinar!
"Cataract Surgery and Keratoconus"
Jay Lustbader MD from Washington, DC and three of his current residents, Dr. Mazin Elsarrag MD, Dr. Anthony Fiacco MD, and Dr. Abhishek Naidu MD, discuss cataract surgery for keratoconus patients.
To watch, click here.
Listen to Clearly KC - the podcast all about keratoconus with Dr. Melissa Barnett
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Health Literacy: Minimal Keratoconus Knowledge
Originally published in NKCF Update (February 2024) A few years ago, Update presented results of research conducted […]
Contact Lenses after Corneal Transplant
Originally published in NKCF Update (February 2024). One mistaken belief by many with keratoconus is that […]
KC and Down syndrome: More Research Needed
Originally published in NKCF Update (February 2024). Individuals born with Down syndrome (DS) face a multitude […]
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About Us
The National Keratoconus Foundation (NKCF) is an outreach program of The Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, UC Irvine.
The NKCF is dedicated to increasing the awareness and understanding of keratoconus and the support of scientific research into the cause and treatment of keratoconus.
What is Keratoconus?
