Rabbi Kara Tav serves as the Rabbi of Spiritual Care at Congregation Beth Shalom in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and as a chaplain at UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital. A board-certified chaplain and educator, she accompanies adults, children, families, and caregivers through moments of illness, grief, vulnerability, and transition. Known for her warmth, practical clarity, and collaborative approach, she teaches and writes about Torah, Jewish identity, grief, and spiritual care.