Katell Maguet

Katell Maguet is a French researcher based in the Netherlands. She is a scientist at heart, passionate about working with data and innovative approaches. Over the years, her focus has shifted from numbers to understanding and improving people’s experiences.

In 2021, at the age of 40, she was diagnosed with a Stage 3 colorectal cancer. Through three years of treatment and seven surgeries, her quality of life was profoundly affected. Along her patient journey, she faced various challenges, including the low awareness of early-onset colorectal cancer, the complexity of navigating the healthcare system and the difficulty of obtaining timely information.

She chose to become a patient advocate, aiming to give a voice to both patients and medical teams. By blending her multidisciplinary background with her personal experience as a patient, she aspires to make a significant impact on the patient’s journey.

Currently a EUPATI student, Katell collaborates with Digestive Cancers Europe (DiCE) and Inspire2live, a cancer foundation empowering patients, researchers and clinicians to work together to prevent, treat and eliminate cancer.

Being a member of the Cancer Grand Challenges Advocacy Panel perfectly aligns with her mission. 

Beyond her advocacy work, Katell finds joy in outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and diving.