Pat McConville

I am a philosopher and bioethicist. I have broad interests in continental philosophy, phenomenology (especially in the tradition of Maurice Merleau-Ponty), philosophy of medicine and bioethics, and non-clinical aspects of cardiology. I believe that deep reflection on ideas can enrich and help us make sense of our lives.

I mostly undertake research in phenomenology of health and illness, particularly applications of phenomenology to healthcare, and have a keen interest in cardiac experience and heart-related medical interventions. Some of my research interests are informed by my own lived experience as a single ventricle heart disease patient, about which I have written and published.

I host the podcast Concept : Art, featuring interviews with philosophers about the influence of art on their scholarly work. Concept : Art is available on major podcast platforms or on the website: www.conceptart.fm

Prior to working in academia, I worked in politics and the trade union movement.