Lisa M. Hollier, M.D., M.P.H. 1991, Tulane University School of Medicine The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Medical School Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences Contact Information

Research Interests:

• Syphilis
• Herpes simplex virus type II
• Preterm labor
• Maternal immune response
• Prenatal diagnosis

My laboratory research interests involve maternal and perinatal infections with group B streptococcus and bacterial vaginosis. These studies have focused on the development of antibiotic resistance and the maternal immune response. Clinical research interests include maternal and perinatal infections with syphilis and herpes simplex type II. These studies have focused on the epidemiology of infection and on interventions to reduce vertical transmission.

Students in genetic counseling would gain experience in the design and execution of studies relating to a wide range of prenatal diagnosis issues. Diverse thesis ideas include: evaluation of patient perception of risk, new strategies to convey risk information to patients, use of antibiotics during pregnancy, and barriers to care among indigent women.

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