We’re revolutionising the surgical journey

Our story began with a stark realisation: the traditional model of surgical care is broken.  This was highlighted in 2020 with the COVID-19 pandemic, exposing a system struggling to meet the needs of patients. Every week, millions worldwide face surgery physically and mentally unprepared, leading to avoidable complications, increased costs, and prolonged recovery.  We believe people undergoing surgery deserve better. They deserve the opportunity to actively influence their own outcomes.

Having surgery is like running a marathon—both demand extensive preparation to get the best results. You wouldn't attempt a marathon unprepared, so why approach surgery any differently? At Surgery Hero, we empower patients to take control of their surgical journey by preparing physically, mentally, and emotionally for a smoother, faster recovery.  Our evidence-backed programme, grounded in the latest science of behaviour change, is designed to do just that.  We help reduce complications, accelerate recovery, and in some cases, even help patients avoid surgery altogether.  

Our vision took a significant leap forward in January 2025 when Surgery Hero was acquired by Sword Health, a global leader in digital health. This partnership brings us closer to our mission of helping 100 million people experience successful surgeries and bolsters Sword’s own mission of freeing 2 billion people from pain. Together, we're committed to revolutionising surgical care and empowering patients to achieve the best possible outcomes.