Turning waiting time into preparation
Beyond Surgery helps people get physically and mentally ready for their operation, and supports them through recovery. It was built by clinicians, for you.
Care that goes beyond the operating theatre
Surgical care has too often meant a consultation, then the operation. Dr Rebecca Ellard, an NHS GP, knows how that feels. After several operations of her own, she was handed a date and left to work out the rest.
So she trained in lifestyle medicine and coaching, and created Beyond Surgery: a personal plan, real people beside you, and the knowledge to prepare, understand and recover well.
The weeks before surgery are a chance to prepare. We help you use them well.
Five simple steps, from referral to recovery
You’ll have support every step of the way. Here’s exactly what happens, and when.
- Step 1
Get your invitation
Your surgeon or hospital refers you, or you register your interest. We’ll email you a secure link to sign in.
- Step 2
Complete your questionnaire
Tell us about you, your health and your surgery. It saves as you go, so you can take your time.
- Step 3
Start your preparation week
Five short sessions you can begin straight away, building strength, sleep and confidence while you wait.
- Step 4
Clinician review
A Beyond Surgery clinician reads your answers and checks your plan before you see it.
- Step 5
Your plan, your pace, your coach
Follow your plan before and after surgery, with one-to-one coaching sessions along the way.
Thoughtful care. Built around you.
things we won’t compromise on
Led by evidence
Built on prehabilitation research and the six pillars of lifestyle medicine: nutrition, movement, sleep, mental wellbeing, healthy habits and social connection.
Reviewed by a clinician
Every personal plan is checked by a Beyond Surgery clinician before it reaches you. We never replace the advice of your surgical team.
Supported by people
A named health coach, and a buddy of your choosing, help you keep going when motivation dips.
Evidence, made personal
The science is the foundation. What makes it work is the care around it: real people, a plan that fits your life, and support that carries on after surgery.
Everything included in your programme
8 parts · one planYour clinician review
A clinician reads your story and shapes a plan that’s yours alone.
Up to 4 one-to-one coaching sessions
Live time with your coach before surgery, as the day nears, and as you recover.
Your personal calendar
Preparation placed where it fits your week. Planned by you, refined by your clinician.
Your chosen champion
Someone you love, invited in to cheer you on and stay close.
Healthier habits, kindly
Judgement-free support with smoking, alcohol, sleep and nutrition.
The why, explained
Bite-sized lessons from lifestyle medicine, so every change makes sense.
Your consultation companion
Prepare questions, record appointments and listen back any time.
Recovery coaching
Encouragement to move, rest and nourish yourself until you feel like you again.