Is This the End of Waiting Rooms for Heart Patients? Sophia Kim Weighs In

Is This the End of Waiting Rooms for Heart Patients? Sophia Kim Weighs In

We don’t usually associate telehealth with Medicare recipients, but maybe it’s time we start. In a world where cardiology appointments can take six months to book, virtual care isn’t just a convenience; it’s a lifeline.

And despite the assumptions, older adults are logging on, showing up, and embracing a better way to get the care they need.

Sophia Kim, Chief Growth Officer at Heartbeat Health, is helping lead a shift in how we think about access. With cardiovascular disease still the #1 killer and a growing shortage of specialists, her work is focused on bringing high-quality care into the home—faster, smarter, and more human.

In this episode of Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw, Sophia shares how virtual cardiology is challenging outdated models, what it takes to lead in complex systems without a clinical background, and why we need to stop underestimating who’s ready for innovation.

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This episode of Inspiring Women with Laurie McGraw was recorded at the WBL Summit, a leadership, networking, and professional development conference for WBL members that takes place each spring.

WBL is a network of 1500+ senior executive women in healthcare who convene to share ideas, make valuable connections, and solve business challenges. WBL’s mission is to connect and support our members in advancing their careers and impact on our industry.

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