Dr. Lessey is the Scientific Advisor for Cicero Diagnostics, Inc. and is an internationally recognized leader in uterine receptivity research and the identification of markers associated with unexplained infertility. Dr. Lessey’s extensive research background includes published research on Beta 3 Integrin and BCL6, the two key components of the current ReceptivaDxTM Assay. He has served on multiple editorial boards for major journals and published over 150 peer reviewed articles, with a focus on infertility, endometriosis and the role of the endometrium in embryo implantation.
In addition to his research efforts, Dr. Lessey is a practicing Ob-Gyn at The Fertility Center of the Carolinas in Greenville, SC. Dr. Lessey has been helping women overcome the challenges of infertility for over 3 decades, bringing the key findings of his research into the clinical setting and helping women conceive that had given up hope of ever becoming pregnant.
Board Certification:
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology with added qualifications in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
Fellowship:
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Memberships:
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, American Society of Reproductive Medicine, American Association for the Advancement of Science
Interests:
Endometriosis, integrins and uterine receptivity, and polycystic ovary disease