December 27, 2022 enhanced recovery | ERAS | nutrition | surgery Gillian Griffith

Safely Skipping The Outdated “No Food or Drink After Midnight” Rule a.k.a NPO

If you’re getting ready to go in for surgery or if you’ve had surgery in the past, chances are you’re all too familiar with the “no food or drink after midnight” also called NPO. But have you ever stopped to wonder why, exactly, you can’t nourish yourself before a major event like surgery and—more importantly—if […]

August 9, 2022 ERAS | surgery Marissa Adams

What is Breast Augmentation Surgery?

What is breast augmentation? Breast augmentation surgery is a cosmetic procedure performed to increase the size, balance out the size, or otherwise improve the appearance of the breasts to the preference of the patient. Breast augmentation is done using implants (silicone or saline) or fat transfer from another part of the body.  Why do people […]

April 16, 2022 Comfort | enhanced recovery | recovery | surgery | surgery prep Marissa Adams

Warm Weather Surgery Recovery: How to Beat the Heat While You’re on the Mend

Spring has sprung and temperatures are on the rise. When an injury or illness requires a late-spring or summer surgery, you may be wondering “How in the world do I do this?”. Combine rising temperatures with a decrease in your own mobility and energy levels—and the end result can be a bit daunting. But, with […]

December 9, 2021 mental health | postop | recovery | surgery Gillian Griffith

Staying Positive and Managing Mood as a Caregiver: 5 Important Steps to Take

Taking on the role of being a caregiver for a loved one who’s undergone surgery can feel like second-nature. After all, being there for someone you love is natural. But, while on the surface it may seem like something you can handle just fine without much preparation, the truth is there is so much that goes into […]

September 29, 2021 amputation | amputee | posthesis | postop | postthetic | surgery Marissa Adams

Amputation Surgery: What to Know

If you or a loved one has an amputation surgery scheduled, you likely have endless questions about what to expect. There’s no question that amputation is one of the most physically and mentally taxing surgery experiences of all—but empowering yourself with knowledge can help ease some of the worry and stress surrounding your procedure. Today, […]

June 2, 2021 Nurse Anesthetist | Nuse | Preop | Surgeon | surgery | surgery prep Gillian Griffith

Meet Your Surgical Team: The Pros Who Play a Role in Your Procedure

It’s no secret surgery can be overwhelming—but knowing who’s involved with your procedure is a great way to ease your nerves. Today, we’re breaking down everyone you might meet along your surgery journey and what they do for you.  1. Circulator or Circulating Nurse 2. Scrub Nurses or Perioperative Nurses 3. Anesthesiologist (or CRNA) 4. […]

October 29, 2020 Covid-19 | Digital Health | enhanced recovery | surgery | TeleHealth | Telemedicine Gillian Griffith

Is Your Surgery Going Digital? What To Know About Telemedicine and Surgery

As the world navigates a global pandemic, it’s no surprise that reducing unnecessary contact is a huge focus for healthcare providers. One way they’re doing so? The use of telemedicine. While telemedicine might feel brand-new to patients everywhere, the truth is it’s been around for quite a while—and we’re likely to see it grow in popularity as […]

September 10, 2020 enhanced recovery | health | surgery Gillian Griffith

Am I Healthy Enough for the Elective Procedure I’ve Been Wanting?

Major Things to Considering Before Opting to Go Under Whether it’s a breast augmentation or a knee replacement, if you’ve been dreaming of an elective procedure—but aren’t quite sure your body is ready to handle the stress of anesthesia and recovery—today’s post is for you. We’ll break down everything you need to know about your […]

August 6, 2020 enhanced recovery | ERAS | laparoscopic surgery | recovery | surgery Gillian Griffith

Laparoscopic Surgery: What it is and How it’s Different

At Mend Well, we’re all about empowering you to take control of your surgery experience—and that often starts by arming yourself with knowledge and making sense of medical jargon. You may have heard doctors or surgeons use the term “laparoscopic surgery”—but what does it mean and is it the right approach for your procedure? Today, […]

May 21, 2020 Covid-19 | surgery Marissa Adams

Surgery for COVID-19 Patients: A Creative Method For Safe Procedures

The information in this post is accurate as of 5/20/20 We’ve been focusing hard on what preparing for, having, and recovering from surgery will be like now that it is clear that COVID-19 will have a long term presence in the global healthcare system. But what we haven’t been able to learn much about was what […]