Since 2019 Kathleen has been actively involved with advocacy as a Metastatic Breast Cancer peer volunteer at SHARE Cancer Support.   She began her volunteer work as a dedicated MBC helpline volunteer and MBC peer then added support group facilitator as well as OUR MBC Life podcast host and producer to her roles.  Kate believes there is nothing better than being surrounded by peers “who get it.”   She feels strongly that no-one with MBC should feel alone and everyone should have access to support. Kate is passionate about the needs of the community and strives to educate and empower people to advocate for the best possible care and quality of life.

Kate graduated with honors and earned a Master of Science degree in Healthcare Policy and Management, Community Health Education and Planning, an Advanced Certificate in Healthcare Management, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy.

Kate recently accepted a position of Director of Metastatic Breast Cancer Program at SHARE Cancer Support. She is excited to use her science background as well as her MBC patient experience to continue the success of the metastatic breast cancer programs and is committed to developing new programs with the goal of improving patient experience and survivorship.

She dreams of driving a race car in Europe but until then she enjoys playing guitar, getting together with family and friends and getting away to the mountains any chance she can get.

Kate lives in New York with her husband and three sons.


Kathleen Pfitzer

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Senior Producer, Host