KC Journeys

Emily’s optometrist recommended that she receive the iLink® FDA-approved cross-linking procedure to slow or halt the progression of her keratoconus and help preserve vision.

When Emily was in the 8th grade, she noticed it was difficult for her to see the whiteboard during class. She had no idea that this was only the beginning of her vision issues that she would ultimately learn were caused by keratoconus.

After being treated with the iLink® FDA-approved cross-linking procedure, Jack decided to pursue a career that specializes in diagnosing and treating keratoconus. As Jack enters his third year of optometry school at Indiana University (IU), he is continuing…

At 26 years old, Christopher is unstoppable – it wasn’t until recently that Christopher and his mother, Mary, learned about progressive keratoconus and the iLink® FDA-approved cross-linking procedure.

Derek based his entire life on becoming a pilot, but at age 25, he received unexpected news that threatened to change the trajectory of his dream: he was diagnosed with progressive keratoconus.

Working as an emergency room nurse, Karolyn is accustomed to treating a wide range of illnesses and injuries. When she began to experiencing vision issues herself, Karolyn visited a specialist…

Andrew noticed his vision impacted all aspects of his life: he was struggling in school, feeling less than confident behind the wheel. Not once did he ever he think he was living with a progressive eye condition.

At 14 years old, Diana found herself squinting to see the board at school and while watching television. It wasn’t until a decade later Diana discovered she was living with progressive keratoconus.

Ryan, 26, has always been passionate about health and wellness, so when he began to experience vision issues that impacted his day-to-day life, he became worried.

John, who has progressive keratoconus and Down syndrome, teamed up with his father to establish John’s Crazy Socks. John was optimistic about his future, but he was worried that his keratoconus…