Kate Bigam Kaput

Hi, I'm Kate, a Cleveland-based writer, editor, & digital media specialist. By day, I'm a consumer health writer for one of the world's best care healthcare systems. In my spare time, I'm a lifestyle blogger & prolific freelancer.

Hi, I'm Kate, a Cleveland-based writer, editor, & digital media specialist. By day, I'm a health and wellness writer for a nationally respected healthcare system; in my spare time, I'm a lifestyle blogger & prolific freelance writer.

Selected Articles

Cleveland Clinic • February 17, 2022

What Ambiguous Loss Is and How To Deal With It

In its simplest sense, “ambiguous loss” refers to loss without closure. Today, the term has never been more relevant, as we continue grappling with the ways the COVID-19 has upended our lives.

Cleveland Magazine • January 23, 2022

This Cleveland Couple Brought a Destination Wedding to Their Backyard

The pair, who have lived together for a decade and a half, hosted a DIY-heavy Brazilian-themed affair with a 1960s-era Pan Am twist... right at home!

Cleveland Magazine • September 13, 2021

Douglas Katz Can't Stop Cooking

After a year of uncertainty and change, Cleveland's hottest chef emerges better than ever as he prepares to open Amba's brick-and-mortar location. His nimble adaptiveness has kept him in perpetual motion throughout his career.

Cleveland Magazine • December 1, 2020

The Toll COVID-19 Has Taken On Those Battling Addiction

In the depths of social isolation, some are struggling more than others. Addiction specialists are focused on the fatal effects social isolation can have on people with substance abuse issues and in recovery.

See More of My Writing

December 28, 2020

My Blog

GreatestEscapist.com is a CLE-based lifestyle blog with an emphasis on humor, storytelling, & everyday adventures. Topics include food/drink, travel, health, pop culture, & more.

December 28, 2020

Arts & Culture

For much of my career, my writing focus was primarily arts- & culture-related content, from book reviews & author Q&As to highlighting local business, art projects, & beyond.

December 28, 2020

Health & Wellness

As a professional healthcare writer, I cover a variety of topics in the health & wellness space, supported by interviews with some of the best medical professionals in the world.

Mental Health

As a suicide survivor & longtime mental health advocate, I'm passionate about writing about mental illness awareness & treatment, in addition to overall health & wellness.

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Food & Drink

As a frequent freelance writer on the topic of food & drink, I've penned dozens of restaurant reviews, item write-ups, & food features highlighting the vibrant cuisine of Northeast Ohio.

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Social Justice

For 13 years, I worked in social justice advocacy for the largest Jewish denomination in North America. Much of my freelance work has also focused on social issues.

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Personal Essays

Once a prolific essayist, my personal writing has been published in Cleveland Magazine, The Washington Post, NYTimes.com, Esquire, Redbook, Woman's Day, & beyond.

Podcasts

I co-host Cleveland Clinic's Health Essentials podcast & have had the pleasure of appearing on a few podcasts hosted by friends. Give them a listen & subscribe!

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Publications

Throughout the years, it has been my honor to have my writing selected for publication in three anthologies, each with a very different focus.