Katherine Finn, MD
Rheumatic Disease Center
Medical Honoree

Dr. Katherine Finn is a rheumatologist at Rheumatic Disease Center, based out of Glendale. Board Certified in both rheumatology and internal medicine, Dr. Finn provides her patients with personal and individualized care unique to their needs. After completing her medical education at Rush University and the University of Illinois at Chicago, Dr. Finn has come back to her native Wisconsin to care for patients and make an impact in her community. Dr. Finn specializes in the treatment of all rheumatologic conditions including all forms of arthritis, lupus, and osteoarthritis. 

Dr. Finn loves spending time with her family and exercising. She is excited to be named as a Medical Honoree for the 2022 Jingle Bell Run, and is looking forward seeing everyone on race day! 

To support or join Dr. Finn and team, Rheumatic Disease Center, visit their team fundraising page.

Matt Pitton, PT, DPT, OCS, ATC
Orthopaedic Hospital
Medical Honoree

Dr. Matt Pitton, PT, DPT, OCS, ATC, is one of Orthopaedic Hospital of Wisconsin's highly qualified and reputable physical therapists. He has 10+ years of experience working as a physical therapist in orthopedics and is board-certified as an athletic trainer and orthopedic physical therapist. Dr. Pitton has a history working in sports medicine and currently sees many patients following their surgery at the Orthopaedic Hospital. He uses a manual therapy approach to allow for improved movement and ensures that every patient he sees is informed about a specific exercise program that will lead to success.

Dr. Pitton is elated to be chosen as the Medical Honoree for Wisconsin’s Jingle Bell Run!    

Brittany Mani
Psoriatic Arthritis and Fibromyalgia
Young Adult Honoree

In 2019 Brittany noticed a change in her wrists. It became difficult to do simple tasks such as writing, typing, and even holding a glass of water. She ignored the signs, as she felt it could be related to stress or overusing her wrists due to her job and academics. As the months progressed, Brittany noticed an increase of pain throughout her body and discovered changes in other joints and skin. In July 2020, she received a diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis and fibromyalgia. She has been struggling to find a treatment plan that relieves her symptoms and doesn’t include side effects that impact her safety or quality of life. .

Brittany does not let this hold her back from opportunities. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in December 2020 and is working full time. Brittany regularly attends guitar lessons and holds a brown belt in martial arts. Brittany is looking forward to the Jingle Bell Run, as this will be her first run she is participating in post-diagnosis.

To support Brittany or join her team "Brittany Blazing Bell", please visit her fundraising page today!