University of Virginia, Department of Ophthalmology

Shanice’s Journey to the 2022 IFAF World Championship With Progressive Keratoconus!

Nov 22, 2022

Shanice, 34, was diagnosed with progressive keratoconus during a routine eye exam. However, she has refused to let the disease stop her from pursuing her love of football. Based on the recommendation from her ophthalmologist, Dr. Joseph Iuorno of Commonwealth Eye Care...

Emily’s Keratoconus Journey, Part 1: Before iLink®

Nov 14, 2022

When Emily was in the eighth grade, she noticed that it was difficult for her to see the whiteboard during class. After visiting an eye doctor, Emily was given glasses and sent on her way. At the time, Emily had no idea that this was only the beginning of a long road...

Recently Diagnosed with Progressive Keratoconus? Here’s How to Take Control of Your Eye Health!

Nov 3, 2022

Sight is one of the five basic senses and keeping up with preventative eye care is just as important as scheduling an annual physical exam or dental cleaning. Often, when people think of health, they neglect to consider eye health, especially if they are not...

Fairfax County Times (Fairfax, VA): Female Pro Football Player Overcomes Rare Eye Disease

Oct 31, 2022

“Even though I’m living with KC, the ability to get the [iLink FDA-approved cross-linking] procedure has motivated me to stay active and to keep playing [football].” – Shanice Cole, age 34 After graduating from college, Shanice Cole wanted to enlist in the military....