Dr. Cliona Loughnane
Cliona Loughnane is a postdoctoral researcher on the CARE-VISION project. Previously, Cliona has worked for more than a decade in research and policy positions in the health and social care sector. Most recently, Cliona worked as women’s health coordinator with the National Women's Council, working to improve women’s health outcomes and experiences of healthcare. Throughout her career, Cliona has been active social researcher, leading and involved in a wide-range of projects, including: women’s mental health in their own words; evidence review of women’s health in Ireland; national stroke services audit; national survey of stroke survivors living in the community; examining the proposal for Universal Health Insurance; and women’s experiences of caring during COVID-19. Her research interests include women’s health, inequitable access to health and social care, and public/patient involvement in health reform.