Dr Lewis is a qualitative researcher, whose research focuses on the experiences of people living with long-term conditions. Her current research explores loneliness and social connectedness for those living with chronic illness, experiences of living with advanced and incurable cancers and navigating treatment and care.
Experience
2017–present
Senior research fellow, UNSW, Sydney
2021–present
Senior lecturer, University of Sydney
Education
Monash University, PhD
Grants and Contracts
2020
Sick, lonely and left behind: A sociological study of loneliness
Role:
Chief Investigator
Funding Source:
Australian Research Council
2019
A new direction in end of life care? Assessing the impact and outcomes of the Victorian Voluntary Assisted Dying Act
Role:
Chief Investigator
Funding Source:
National Health and Medical Research Council
2017
Living with cancer, living in limbo?
Role:
Chief Investigator
Funding Source:
Australian Research Council
2015
Goal setting and chronic condition self management