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360 Tabor Drive, Scott’s Valley, CA, 95066

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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 Replay

Title: DSO and More – Pearls of Wisdom for Patients With Fuchs’ Dystrophy
Speaker: Dr. Mark Gorovoy, M. D..
Date Recorded: September 2025

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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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Pay It Forward By Donating

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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Consider giving a gift to support our mission of helping people with corneal dystrophy.

Corneal Articles

Research Articles

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

Elmarie’s Story

If not for the guidance of the Corneal Dystrophy Foundation and the Fuchs Friends group, I would still sit in almost darkness, with little hope. Now I can go for walks on my own and soon I'll be getting new spectacles, which will ...
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What our members are saying…

“…then I found this group…we’re so thrilled and so indebted to all of you in this group for the amazing information you provide. And we hope that (my husband’s) journey through this process will inspire others.”

– Skye, California

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