About Us

The National Keratoconus Foundation (NKCF) is an outreach program of the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute, UC Irvine.

We are dedicated to increasing the awareness and understanding of keratoconus (KC) and provide the latest information to individuals with KC.

Please browse our website to find out more about KC.

What is Keratoconus?

Nominate the 2026 Keratoconus Doctors of the Year

Each year, National Keratoconus Foundation recognizes one optometrist and one ophthalmologist whose work has made an […]

Keratoconus Experts to Gather for 4th Annual IKA Symposium

The International Keratoconus Academy (IKA) of Eye Care Professionals will host its 4th Annual IKA Keratoconus […]

NKCF Research Heads to Academy 2026

The National Keratoconus Foundation recently led one of the largest patient-centered research initiatives ever undertaken in […]

Support Opportunities

National Keratoconus Foundation is always looking for industry partners to help us continue to educate, support and advocate for the keratoconus community. If you are interested in supporting us, please email us at info@nkcf.org

Nominate the 2026 Keratoconus Doctors of the Year

Each year, National Keratoconus Foundation recognizes one optometrist and one ophthalmologist whose work has made an […]

Keratoconus Experts to Gather for 4th Annual IKA Symposium

The International Keratoconus Academy (IKA) of Eye Care Professionals will host its 4th Annual IKA Keratoconus […]

NKCF Research Heads to Academy 2026

The National Keratoconus Foundation recently led one of the largest patient-centered research initiatives ever undertaken in […]

Help Your Doctor Understand How Keratoconus Affects You

When you visit your eye doctor, a lot of attention is naturally focused on measurements. How […]

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