Professor Stephen O'Connor FREng

Visiting Professor, Research Centre for Biomedical Engineering, School of Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering, City, University of London

Professor Stephen O’Connor is a chartered biomedical engineer of great distinction. He has an international reputation in the medical device industry as an expert in implantable devices and respiratory physiology. His work on implantable devices has benefited millions of patients worldwide. He has transformed the training and education of medical and technical professionals in the device industry. He advanced medical technology to improve diagnosis, therapy and most importantly patient outcomes. He has also contributed hugely to the work of professional bodies, particularly the Institute of Physics and Engineering in Medicine, as President since 2019 and a volunteer for over three decades.