Healthcare IT News September 4, 2024
Inspired by her mother’s healthcare struggles, Dr. Kate Sowerwine now serves as chief medical officer of a virtual care company and advocates for more widespread use of the technologies to improve patient outcomes.
For Dr. Kate Sowerwine, chief medical officer at Recuro Health, a telemedicine technology and services company, her journey into medicine was deeply influenced by the challenges her mother faced while managing her diabetes. Witnessing her struggle to navigate a complex and often overwhelming healthcare system left a lasting impression on Sowerwine.
Her mother encountered multiple barriers – from understanding her condition to accessing necessary medications – and often found herself without the support she needed. There were times when she had to go without medication simply because...