Dr. Jeffrey Kowitz, Prairie Lakes Pulmonologist, died Tuesday morning, July 21, 2015, in a motor vehicle accident.
Dr. Kowitz provided regional pulmonary services at the Prairie Lakes Pulmonology Clinic since August, 2013. He believed in patient education and empowering his patients to make healthy choices. He also served as a Deacon at Holy Name Church and provided inspirational homilies.
Dr. Kowitz had over 27 years of pulmonology experience and was board certified in Pulmonology and Internal Medicine. He also had extensive experience in critical care and sleep disorders. He received his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed both his internal medicine residency and pulmonology fellowship at the University of Wisconsin.
“We’ve lost a dear friend and a great physician,” said Jill Fuller, CEO. “Our hearts go out to his wife Lorraine, children, family, colleagues, friends, and his church family. He dedicated his life to serving others through medicine and faith. His impact on our community will endure through the lives he touched and the programs he started.”
Prairie Lakes Pulmonology Services will continue to serve Watertown area patients. Staff is currently evaluating physician coverage options for his patients. For immediate needs, we ask patients to contact your primary care physician.