Millions of individuals across the globe are continuing to be affected by chronic diseases with an ever-rising demand for innovative healthcare solutions. Diabetes, particularly prediabetes, is increasing, with over 88 million adult Americans having diabetes, among whom many remain undiagnosed. Dr. Katharina Mahadeva Cadwell is leading the battle in keeping this epidemic at bay. With her unique combination of medical expertise, technological innovation, and holistic approach, she is transforming the delivery of healthcare with empathy and efficiency. As the Founder of Vivo and a Medical Doctor at Northern Nevada Health System, Dr. Katharina is driving the revolution in healthcare technology, wanting to recast diabetes prevention.
Dr. Katharina Mahadeva Cadwell is revolutionizing healthcare by employing innovative solutions to combat prediabetes, a pressing public health concern for over 88 million Americans. Combining her medical expertise with technology, as the developer of Vivo, Ltd., she offers personal, evidence-based diabetes prevention plans. Dr. Katharina’s patient-focused, integrated approach emphasizes the development of trusting relationships with patients and promoting cooperation. She is also at the forefront of applying AI in the healthcare industry to speed up early detection and optimize patient outcomes. Her work captures the revolutionary promise of bringing empathetic care together with technical ingenuity to treat chronic disease.
Dr. Katharina is also a mentor and teacher who strongly believes in empathy in medical education, believing that effective collaborations between patients are at the core of effective delivery of healthcare. Her own professional career is an inspiration to upcoming healthcare leaders, showcasing the power of combining compassion with innovation. Having taught at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, and the University of Nevada, Reno, and being a participant in Project ECHO Palliative Care Nevada, she has inspired many to adopt empathetic leadership styles. Through Vivo, she aims to shake up prediabetes care, breaking down barriers and making health more responsive and accessible through technology and personalized care.
Praised by CIO Look as the Top Eminent Personality Making an Impact in 2024, Dr. Katharina Mahadeva Cadwell’s work is revolutionizing how healthcare can be provided, particularly the fight against prediabetes.
