Patient Advocacy & Support thru Fuchs’ Friends®
Since 1998, helping thousands of people in 160 countries to find corneal help, the Corneal Dystrophy Foundation provides support and information for individuals and families with a corneal dystrophy.
Research Articles
In the title of her article1 published in the journal Cornea in 2022, Dr. Kathryn Colby poses an important question regarding the contemporary and emerging treatment of Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy (FECD): “Descemet Stripping ...
Patient Stories
I was born with amblyopia left eye and astigmatism, and decades later developed cataracts and floaters. Despite Ophthalmic exams, I went undiagnosed with my vision declining to legally blind in left eye and severe symptoms effecting ...
Corneal Dystrophy Foundation Blog
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Bellizzi, 4/13/1931 - 4/8/2024, Executive Director and Founder of The Corneal Dystrophy Foundation. Our mind says that he is no longer in pain but our hearts and family ...
My deepest condolences to you and your family. Over the years as a member of Fuchs Friends I have relied upon the wisdom of Bob to help me find my way in the Fuchs world. He was a very special person and so dedicated to helping others.
May his memory be a blessing because he truly was one of those unique angles that walk the earth helping those in need
Lid lift Dr Lissum 2006 Iol Right Dr Braunsteind 2007 DSAEK map dot scraping 2009 Dr Terry DSAEK triple map dot scraping 2010 Dr Terry