March 27, 2020 anxiety | ERAS | surgery Gillian Griffith

Surgery During Coronavirus: How The Pandemic Might Affect Your Upcoming Procedure

We’re in the midst of a global pandemic—and, from the workplace to the medical field, there’s not an area of our daily lives COVID-19 hasn’t affected in some way. This is also true for non-COVID-related hospitalizations and surgeries. If you’ve scheduled surgery during Coronavirus, you likely have a laundry list of questions that need answering. […]

February 13, 2020 ERAS | health | recovery | Smoking | surgery | vaping Jamie Fletcher

How Much Do You Know About Vaping?

February 6, 2020 enhanced recovery | ERAS | pain | painkillers | pediatric surgery | pediatrics | recovery | surgery Gillian Griffith

Research At-a-Glance: The Benefit of an ERAS Protocol in Pediatric Surgeries

Did you know?  This study found that implementation of a pediatric enhanced recovery (ERAS) pathway decreases opioid utilization and shortens time to full feeding.  In other words… Pediatric patients who followed an ERAS® pathway before surgery didn’t need as many opioids and were ultimately able to begin eating again after surgery faster than patients who […]

January 16, 2020 ERAS | health | Smoking Jamie Fletcher

How Much Do You Know About Smoking & Your Health?

January 2, 2020 enhanced recovery | ERAS Marissa Adams

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS®) Refresher Course

A very Happy New Year to all of our loyal Mend Well readers! We’re back on the record at the start of this shiny new decade, and like any other new year we are taking stock of the past and looking forward to new possibilities. It’s a great time to re-focus on our mission of […]

December 18, 2019 ERAS | health | nutrition | recovery | surgery Katie Fletcher

Surgery Prep: Freezer-Friendly Make-Ahead Meals

Are you running through your pre-surgery checklist, trying to plan for anything and everything you might need after your procedure? With so much to think about, we thought we’d handle at least one of your to-do’s by bringing you seven healthy recipes that just happen to be freezer-friendly! That means you can whip these delicious […]

December 11, 2019 anesthesia | ERAS | surgery Gillian Griffith

Types of Anesthesia: Understanding Going Under

Local, regional, general—oh my! If you’ve ever undergone surgery or if you have an upcoming procedure on the books, you’re probably aware there are a few different types of anesthesia. But what, exactly, is the difference between each and what are they used for? Today, we’re breaking down all you need to know about the […]

October 18, 2019 alcohol | ERAS | quitting alcohol Jamie Fletcher

Delicious Mocktails to Replace Your Favorite Drinks Before Surgery

When it comes to our health, most of us have the basics down pat. We know how important it is to eat our fruits and veggies, drink our water, and get our 8 hours each night. So, it’s probably no surprise when we tell you that drinking alcohol isn’t the best choice for our general […]

September 25, 2019 alcohol | ERAS | quitting alcohol Gillian Griffith

Weaning Off of Alcohol Before Your Procedure: Tips to Help You Stop Drinking Before Surgery

When it comes to getting healthy before going in for a surgery weaning off of alcohol is often a necessary part of a patient’s pre-surgery plan. But how, exactly, do you safely stop drinking before surgery—especially if happy hour has become a habit for you? Today, we’re talking everything you need to know when it […]

June 26, 2019 ERAS | hip replacement | joint replacement | knee replacement Gillian Griffith

Preparing your House for Joint Replacement Recovery: 7 Must-Follow Steps

When it comes to surgery, we often spend so much time worrying about the procedure itself that we neglect to prepare for the recovery period. A key part of this often-overlooked piece of the pie? Preparing your living quarters. Particularly for orthopedic patients, making sure your house is safe for the state you return home […]