Division of Medical Genetics

RESEARCH INTERESTS

Lisa R. Jay Kessler, M.S., C.G.C.

Lisa Kessler's research interests include exploring psychosocial issues in genetic counseling. She is specifically interested in the application of Family Systems theory and coping with illness across the lifecycle for different genetic conditions. In addition, she assists in coordination of the Myopia Family Study to identify and recruit multigenerational families with myopia or nearsightedness.

Recent Publications

Jay L, Farmer J, Afifi W (2000). Counseling across the lifecycle in Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Journal of Genetic Counseling. 9(6):520.
Jay L, Farmer J, Afifi, W (2000). Family and Individual Coping in Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. American Journal of Human Genetics. 67S(4):151
Jay L, Afifi W, Samter W (2000) The role of expectations in effective genetic counseling. Journal of Genetic Counseling. 9(2):95-116.