Kate Schaefer is from Pittsburgh, PA, but currently lives in Philadelphia. She attended Temple University for her Master's degree in Occupational Therapy and her Bachelor's degree in Recreational Therapy. She has always been interested in the intricacies of the hand and enjoy helping her Patients understand the clinical mechanisms behind their injuries. She believes in creating a supportive relationship with her patients to understand their motivations for therapy in order to individually tailor their care. When not working, she enjoys running, skiing, and painting.