Show Up Honoree: Michael Kane, RPh, BCOP

Michael Kane, RPh, BCOP, Show Up Initiative Honoree

"Every patient with cancer has their own “why" to live. That’s just human. Not every patient with cancer can bear the “how" to live without a collective and cohesive group dedicated to their "why.” I show up every day because patients have a continued need for help in achieving this basic, human desire. The best environment for a patient to achieve their personal “why” is one in which they feel welcome. Developing a diverse department has always been a personal goal so that we are as diverse as those we care for. Recruiting a diverse workforce will result in a better patient experience. I hope I am leading by example."

— Michael Kane, RPh, BCOP (he/him/his)

  • Executive Director, Oncology Pharmacy Services and Research Pharmacy Shared Resource, Rutgers Cancer Institute, RWJBarnabas Health