Dr. Kate Zachau earned her medical degree from the LMU-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine, an institution dedicated to serving underserved communities. During her training, she developed a strong interest in a functional approach to family medicine. She went on to complete her residency at the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine Family Medicine Residency in Manchester, CT, which is now known as the UConn Family Medicine Residency at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Here she advanced her expertise in both traditional osteopathic medicine and functional medicine. In 2016, Dr. Zachau began practicing in a private setting, integrating functional medicine with primary care. She now operates her own functional medicine practice while continuing to provide primary care services. She has a special interest in supporting men and women through life transitions and longevity medicine. Dr. Zachau is an active member of the Connecticut Osteopathic Medical Society. Since 2019, she has served as Chair of the Family Medicine Department at Hartford HealthCare’s Greater Manchester Region, and since 2021, she has been involved in precepting residents in the family medicine clinic. Outside of her professional work, Dr. Zachau enjoys dancing, traveling, and gardening.