Dr. Fillipon is widely known as a collaborative, compassionate, and transformational nursing leader who is commited to ensuring nursing is seen as an integral member of the interdisciplinary team across the system with the aim of improving care. As Deputy Chief Nurse and Vice President, Department of Nursing at Brigham and Women's Hospital, Katie is at the forefront of advancing care for patients.

When BWH became one of the first hospitals in the nation to offer CAR T-cell therapy, Katie collaborated with oncology nursing staff, the Emergency Department and the Neuroscience ICU while leveraging her clinical and operational expertise to create a vision and structure that supported staff and patients to receive this cutting-edge care. Katie is committed to the advancement of nursing leaders, mentoring clinical nurses and nurse leaders to advance in their roles.

When her experience in mentoring led her to recognize a need to provide more growth opportunities, she created expanded roles for the nurse executive board. Katie’s skill in mentoring has led to the success of numerous clinical nurses and nurse leaders who are actively supporting staff and improving patient care. Katie is one of few leaders who gain the trust, respect, and admiration of their entire staff.

One colleague notes, "Katie's empathy extends beyond the bedside and into every conversation, every decision, and every action. She's taught us that leadership is a journey of service, and that every step taken with compassion makes an undeniable difference." Another shares, "Katie’s ability to listen, reflect, and communicate with such authenticity has empowered all of us to not only be better professionals, but better people. She has shown us that true leadership isn't about authority, it's about connection, understanding, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of others.”