Cate was born in Chicago, but grew up among the cornfields of Bloomington, Illinois. She returned to Chicago for college, studying Biology at the University of Chicago. It was at UChicago that she developed an enthusiasm for teaching through her work as a TA which continued throughout her time in medical school. She followed in her father’s footsteps and attended Rush Medical College. After a brief three-month period where she was convinced she was going to be a surgeon, Cate realized that her true calling is Internal Medicine. This passion was further solidified through her fourth year electives, particularly the two months she spent in the medical ICU. Outside of medicine, Cate loves taking her dog, Rai, on walks, trying new restaurants, playing Stardew Valley and binge-watching innumerable TV shows with friends and family. She is thrilled to be joining the Vanderbilt family and is looking forward to exploring her new city!
MD - Rush University, 2022
Email
Kimryn.Rathmell@Vumc.Org
Address
777 Preston Research Building
2220 Pierce Ave
Nashville, TN 37232-6307