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“When I was first told I had Fuchs’ Dystrophy I had no idea what it was or what I should do…”

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Webinar Replays

The Corneal Dystrophy Foundation holds informative webinars throughout the year. Sign up for new webinars when available or watch the replays.

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Research Articles

View some of the latest research and breakthroughs  —  articles for greater understanding of current and future treatments of corneal dystrophies.

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What is Fuchs’ Friends?

The Corneal Dystrophy Foundation’s private online support group (Fuchs’ Friends) is a place of information and shared experience for people with all types of corneal dystrophies.

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Patient Story

Carole talks about her journey to great vision

Carole, who lives in Colorado & Arizona, relates her issues and triumphs over Fuchs’ Dystrophy.

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Found Hope!

Experience some of our featured stories from volunteers, donors and supporters.

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Our foundation flourishes because we have dedicated supporters who share their experiences and effectively communicate them with others. This communication needs your monetary support to educate and support others on their journey to better eyesight.  To keep our website and literature up-to-date we need you to pay it forward by donating to our foundation.

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Patient Advocacy & Support through 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.

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We offer a vast major of services via literature, support groups, and localized specialists.

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We depend on the involvement and generous support of individuals, businesses, and foundations.

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Uncovering the Mysteries in Your Genes

Genetic Testing Is the Key to Our Health Secrets Our genome may one day serve as a passport guiding our health care – from cradle to grave. By Jaimie Seaton UCSF Magazine Summer 2024At its most basic, genetic testing looks ...
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Patient Stories

Carey Parks Story

Six months ago I was diagnosed with Fuchs' Dystrophy. My eye doctor just gave me generalities. and cadaver transplant is the only recourse. So I have been finding information wherever I can stumble on it.One example, I am a ham, ...
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What our members are saying…

During a routine eye exam in 2024 I was told I had “Fuchs Corneal Dystrophy”. What is that?! As I Googled and AI’d and even saw a cornea specialist I still had so many questions.

Enter the Fuchs Friends, part of the Corneal Dystrophy Foundation. This group provides multiple well resourced educational pieces. Most useful for me is the Friends group. Every day, if I want, I receive emails with comments and stories of others with this condition. What makes this group stand out so much is the active presence of mentors and moderators who provide balanced, informed, kind information and coaching.

Although not rare this condition is not common enough for even eye doctors to have much experience with it. The CDF is THE leader in providing information, education and support to clinicians and patients alike.

This story was originally posted on GreatNonProfit website

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