Jack McGovern Coats’ Disease Foundation
Our mission is to raise funds to support research, raise awareness, expand patient resources, and offer all Coats’ Disease patients hope and improvements as they wage a lifelong battle against Coats’ Disease and blindness.
Cure Coats' 5K
Cure Coats' 5K
June 22 - June 29, 2024
In-Person (June 22): Sierra Point Marina, Brisbane, CA
Virtual (June 22-29): Wherever you are!
Moving to Save a Child's Sight!
We are pleased to announce that the 2024 Cure Coats' 5K is set for June 22-29, 2024 and REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Once again, we have two options to participate again this year: In-Person and Virtually! All participants will receive a t-shirt and wristband.
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In-Person Cure Coats' 5K
The In-person Cure Coats' 5K will take place on Saturday, June 22 at 9:00 AM at the Sierra Point Marina in Brisbane, CA
Virtual Cure Coats' 5K
For those participating virtually, the Virtual 5K will be held from June 22 - June 29, 2024. You choose your activity: run, walk, bike, golf - whatever you can do to reach the 5K distance!
**New this Year - Sponsorships!
We are excited to offer sponsorships for the first time this year! Sponsorship benefits include both the in-person and virtual events, so your support will have twice the impact! We hope you'll consider becoming a sponsor this year as either a business or an individual, which will be invaluable in making the 2024 Cure Coats' 5K a resounding success!
Become a Coats' Crusader today!
Become a Coats' Crusader today!
The Jack McGovern Coats’ Disease Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit charitable Foundation that was established in 2006 by the parents of Jack McGovern as a promise to their son that they would never rest until there was a cure for Coats’ Disease.
Scientific Advisory Board
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Dr. Mary Elizabeth Hartnett, MD (Chair)
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Dr. Lejla Vajzovic, MD
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Dr. Michael Jumper, MD
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Dr. Sherri Van Everen, PharmD
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Dr. Thomas Lee, MD
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Dr. Franco Recchia, MD
FAQ
At the Jack McGovern Coats’ Disease Foundation, we are often contacted by anxious parents or patients who are seeking information after receiving a diagnosis of Coats’ Disease. The questions below are provided as a resource to assist you as you and your doctor decide the best approach for treatment. These questions do not constitute any form of medical advice or diagnosis. Each patient is unique. An experienced retinal specialist who has examined the patient is the best source of information for diagnosis and treatment. We always recommend getting a second opinion.
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Ahead of any treatments or procedures, it is important to ask yourself and the doctor the following questions:
How do you know that this is Coats’ Disease?
Has your doctor treated other patients with Coats’ Disease?
Have you sought a second opinion? If not, please consult our Doctor Directory for knowledgeable doctors in your area.
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What Stage of Coats’ Disease is he/she in?
Will his/her vision get worse over time?
Will the eye have pain?
Will his/her eye start to turn out? Is muscle corrective surgery an option?
Are cataracts likely?
How likely is glaucoma? (due to retinal detachment)
Is there calcification?
What is the anticipated disease progression?
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Is there a thorough vision exam available?
Where is the vision affected? (central/peripheral/distance)
Does he/she have depth perception? (3D visibility)
What about the non-Coats’ eye?
To what extent is his/her vision affected?
Will we be able to use this as a baseline to measure progress/decline?
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