Stanford Health Care Partners with Kivo Health to Bring AI-Powered Virtual Pulmonary Rehab to COPD Patients

Stanford Health Care and Kivo Health Partner to Enhance COPD Care Through Virtual Pulmonary Rehabilitation PALO ALTO, Calif. & SAN FRANCISCO—Stanford Health Care, a leading academic medical center, has entered into a collaboration with Kivo Health to advance AI-driven virtual pulmonary rehabilitation for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This partnership aims to deliver high-value, innovative care for a condition that affects millions and incurs significant healthcare costs. Pulmonary rehabilitation is widely recognized as the gold standard for managing COPD, leading to a 56% reduction in hospitalizations and improved quality of life. However, fewer than 3% of eligible patients have access to this crucial intervention. By integrating Kivo Health's technology, Stanford Health Care can now offer thousands of COPD patients the opportunity to complete rehabilitation from the comfort and safety of their homes. This move not only enhances patient outcomes but also reduces the need for hospital visits, thereby optimizing healthcare resources. "We are excited to partner with Kivo Health to bring virtual pulmonary rehabilitation to our COPD patients," said Leah Rosengaus, Senior Director of Digital Health at Stanford Health Care. "Our goal is to increase access to essential care services and provide patients with convenient, effective options that support their healing at home." Victor Sadauskas, MD, CEO of Kivo Health, emphasized the significance of this collaboration: "This partnership is a bold step toward improving health equity and delivering evidence-based, value-oriented care. Together, we are reshaping the management of COPD by expanding access, enhancing outcomes, and significantly reducing avoidable hospitalizations for one of the most underserved and costly chronic conditions in the U.S." To learn more about Stanford Health Care and Kivo Health, visit their respective websites at www.stanfordhealthcare.org and www.kivohealth.com. About Stanford Health Care Stanford Health Care is committed to healing humanity through a blend of science and compassion, focusing on individual patient needs. The organization offers a comprehensive array of inpatient services, specialty health centers, physician offices, and virtual care programs. As part of Stanford Medicine, which also encompasses the Stanford University School of Medicine and Stanford Children’s Health, Stanford Health Care is renowned for pioneering treatments in areas such as cancer, heart disease, brain disorders, and surgical and medical conditions. For more information, visit www.stanfordhealthcare.org. About Kivo Health Kivo Health specializes in providing AI-powered virtual rehabilitation and care for individuals with COPD. Their Medicare-covered program is designed to alleviate symptoms and reduce the cost of care by promoting patient health at home. This innovative approach ensures that patients receive the necessary support to manage their condition effectively without the need for frequent hospital visits. For more details, visit www.kivohealth.com.