Enhance Perioperative Outcomes with Upgraid™ by Mend

Transform care delivery without any change to your clinical practice or workflows. 

THE UPGRAID "TRIPLE AIM"

Empower Patients, Achieve Superior Results, + Boost Practice Profitability

Streamline Recovery Beyond Hospital

Remote monitoring by registered nurses provides a high-touch experience for patients while reducing calls to the surgeon's office.

Evidence-Based Clinical Nutrition

Expert guidance from RDs. Clinically proven nutrapharma products, including Mend Joint Replacement, published in JB.JS, JCI, and other peer-reviewed journals.

Modularity and Customization

Tailor the program to suit your practice's specific care protocols and preferences.

Patient-Reported Outcome Measures

Comprehensive tracking of patient progress. Surveys (HOOS & KOOS jr.), pain scores, step counts, and more.

AS FEAUTRED IN

Acute to Chronic 

Clinically Focused Product Portfolio

Clinical nutrition portfolio supported by randomized placebo controlled trials. We will be with the patient from acute, to chronic conditions to wellbeing and healthy living.

Upgraid Patient Testimonials

“Outstanding team members for UPGRAID. Alicia was exceptional and gave outstanding advice as well as solid medical information. She was great!”

“Excellent rapport and every day contact by texting was easy.”

“I’ve already told two other people about this program that are going to have hip replacement in the next two months.”

“I’ve had several surgeries and I’ve never experienced such an abundance of trained people caring for and helping me get my health back to good.”

93% of patients gave our care team a high or the highest rating.

Transformative Program Features

We are collaborating with esteemed orthopedic surgeons to enhance patient care through state-of-the-art digital health coaching, continuous monitoring, and precision nutrapharma interventions. Join us in our collective mission to redefine healthcare and empower patients to assume an active role in their individual healing trajectories.

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The Upgraid by Mend Difference

Upgraid by Mend revolutionizes orthopedic care, emphasizing Patient Experience, Better Outcomes, and Profitability. With personalized care, evidence-based precision, and streamlined processes, we empower patients, achieve superior results, and boost practice profitability. Join us in reshaping orthopedic excellence.

Interested in BMI management for surgical patients?

Introducing Nourished by Mend, a BMI reduction program designed for surgical readiness and longterm health impacts.

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Utilized By

Upgraid Precision Care Pathways, Navigation & Monitoring

+ Improving surgical readiness by addressing risk factors

+ Optimizing nutrition

+ Guiding and monitoring patient-reported outcomes.

Real Person RN/RD Care Team by Upgraid™

Hands-on coaching, guidance, and support from registered nurses, physical therapists, dietitians and other clinical professionals.

Stacey Simon

Program RD, Manager

Katie Gould

Program RD, Manager

Paula Diener

LPN CCM RPM

Shandy Torain

Registered Dietitian

Kathryne Fox

Case Manager

Alicia Wheeler

Case Manager

Stephanie Wilson 

Monitoring Patient Navigator

Jeannette Vazquez

Patient Enrollment Coordinator

Danielle Van Leer

Patient Enrollment Coordinator

Mary Bly

Clinical Care Navigator

Lauren Verpooten CMA

Clinical Care Navigator

Sabrina Thompson

Clinical Care Navigator

Mary Bly

Clinical Care Navigator

Designed to fit effortlessly into your workflow.

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Upgraid Program Feedback

“I partnered with MEND, driven by a commitment to improving postoperative outcomes. Embracing technology, I recognize the pivotal role nutrition plays in reducing postoperative infections and enhancing recovery speed.”

Dr. Christopher Palmer 

Orthopedic Surgeon

“The Upgraid program uses evidence-based modalities and precision care pathways that are truly comprehensive and standout...this will give our patients best in class care for surgical readiness and recovery.”

Dr. Gregory Ford

 Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine + Joint Replacement Surgery.

“We utilize only rigorously tested evidence-based capabilities in our patient care models. The Upgraid program is supported by strong science, checks a number of boxes and will allow us to enhance patient care and gather important data on outcomes.”

Dr. Paul Peters

Orthopedic Surgeon

“The Upgraid program provides our patients the absolute best in perioperative personalized care.”

Dr. Yogesh Mittal

Orthopedic Surgeon

“This program gives me a view of asynchronous patient data that I never had before. It has also reduced calls to the office making my staff more efficient.”

Dr. Andrew Wickline

Orthopedic Surgeon

“...we believe this innovative program will extend our exceptional patient experience at Slocum... We are looking forward to patients benefiting from targeted supplementation & a more personalized care experience.”

Steven Shah

Orthopedic Surgeon

“Our team is dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care with the respect, compassion, and one-on-one attention our patients deserve and are excited to offer Upgraid to extend our dedication to the patient and to world-class care”

Andrew Plugge

Practice Administrator

“I partnered with MEND, driven by a commitment to improving postoperative outcomes. Embracing technology, I recognize the pivotal role nutrition plays in reducing postoperative infections and enhancing recovery speed.”

Dr. Christopher Palmer 

Orthopedic Surgeon

“The Upgraid program uses evidence-based modalities and precision care pathways that are truly comprehensive and standout...this will give our patients best in class care for surgical readiness and recovery.”

Dr. Gregory Ford

 Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine + Joint Replacement Surgery.

“We utilize only rigorously tested evidence-based capabilities in our patient care models. The Upgraid program is supported by strong science, checks a number of boxes and will allow us to enhance patient care and gather important data on outcomes.”

Dr. Paul Peters

Orthopedic Surgeon

“The Upgraid program provides our patients the absolute best in perioperative personalized care.”

Dr. Yogesh Mittal

Orthopedic Surgeon

“This program gives me a view of asynchronous patient data that I never had before. It has also reduced calls to the office making my staff more efficient.”

Dr. Andrew Wickline

Orthopedic Surgeon

“...we believe this innovative program will extend our exceptional patient experience at Slocum... We are looking forward to patients benefiting from targeted supplementation & a more personalized care experience.”

Steven Shah

Orthopedic Surgeon

“Our team is dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care with the respect, compassion, and one-on-one attention our patients deserve and are excited to offer Upgraid to extend our dedication to the patient and to world-class care”

Andrew Plugge

Practice Administrator

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TUNE IN

Dr. Andrew Wickline and Dr. Erin Owen, PhD – The Power of Post-Op Nutrition

In this episode, Dr. Scott Sigman is joined by two brilliant guests, Dr. Andrew Wickline, an orthopedic surgeon specializing in total hip and knee replacements, and Erin Owen, PhD, MPH, Vice President of Clinical Research at Mend™

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OrthoLoneStar Expands Use of Mend Perioperative Solutions Across the Network

OrthoLoneStar Expands Use of Mend Perioperative Solutions Across the Network
Mend’s Best in Class Surgical Weight Loss Program to Use Withings Cellular Body Composition Analysis Scale

Mend’s Best in Class Surgical Weight Loss Program to Use Withings Cellular Body Composition Analysis Scale

Mend Labs, a pioneer in innovative perioperative care solutions, proudly announces its partnership with Withings Health Solutions, a leader in digital health technology, to revolutionize preoperative care for patients with high BMI. 
Welcoming Our Esteemed Surgeon Partners to Upgraid

Welcoming Our Esteemed Surgeon Partners to Upgraid

We are excited to introduce the next chapter in patient care, as these leading surgeons partner with Upgraid to revolutionize the perioperative experience with our advanced platform and personalized support.