Kate Rothko Prizel, MD
Chair (F), Vice Chair (H)
Dr. Kate Rothko Prizel, Chair of the Odyssey Foundation since 2024, is a retired physician specializing in Clinical Pathology and Transfusion Medicine.
She is the daughter of artist Mark Rothko and played a pivotal role in preserving his legacy through legal battles and exhibitions.
A Brooklyn College summa cum laude graduate and Johns Hopkins-trained physician, Dr. Rothko Prizel has also served on the boards of major art institutions.
It is the mission of Odyssey House:
To provide comprehensive and innovative services to the broadest range of metro New York’s population who:
- Abuse drugs
- Abuse alcohol
- Suffer from mental illness
To provide high quality, holistic treatment impacting all major life spheres: psychological, physical, social, family, educational, and spiritual.
To support personal rehabilitation, renewal, and family restoration.
In all of its activities, Odyssey House undertakes to act as a responsible employer and member of the community, and manage the assets of the organization in a professional manner.

Run for Your Life 2025
CELEBRATE RECOVERY DAY IN NYC! Saturday, September 27, 2025. Please join Odyssey House in commemorating the 20th Anniversary of our Run for Your Life 5K Run and Recovery Walk! Enjoy the natural splendor of Randall's Island Park on a 5K course featuring urban gardens...