Katy Grainger

Katy Grainger is a globally recognized speaker who transformed a life-threatening bout with septic shock, resulting in multiple amputations, into a powerful mission to promote patient advocacy and sepsis awareness.

A dedicated member of the Board of Directors for Sepsis Alliance and a Lead Advocate for the Amputee Coalition, Katy’s inspirational message of hope and reinvention has reached millions through viral educational content and features in magazines, news stories, and podcasts. From the stage to the halls of Capitol Hill, she champions early detection of illness and empowers the sepsis and limb-loss communities, demonstrating that while misfortune can change our lives, it doesn’t have to suppress our spirit or our ability to live happy and fulfilling lives.

Katy splits her time between the Seattle area and Hawaii, prioritizing her family while advocating for life-saving sepsis awareness worldwide.