20/01/2026
An Olympic athlete would never step onto the ice without months of preparation. Training, conditioning, mindset, recovery — every marginal gain is considered long before competition day.
Yet in healthcare, while surgery itself and post-operative care are highly optimised, far less attention has traditionally been paid to preparing patients before surgery. This is where Prehab™ has the power to unlock meaningful marginal gains, by focusing on what hasn’t historically been done, not just refining what already exists.
Growing clinical evidence shows that structured pre-operative preparation can significantly reduce surgical complications, lower re-operation rates, and improve recovery — outcomes that matter deeply to patients, clinicians, and health systems alike.
At BLOOM⁴³, we often say: “You wouldn’t run a marathon without preparation, so why approach surgery any differently?” This week, we brought that idea to life at event.
Alongside Tatum Getty (), Founding General Partner at , BLOOM⁴³ Founder and Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Dr Saahil Mehta (.prehab.doctor) sat down with two-time U.S. Olympic Figure Skater, for a powerful conversation on Channelling An Athletic Mindset For Surgery at our
event.
The discussion explored how preparation, mindset, resilience, and trusted support play a critical role not only in elite sport, but also in navigating major life events like surgery. From mental readiness to physical preparation, the parallels were clear: outcomes improve when people feel informed, supported, and empowered before they begin.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an inspiring evening of conversation, connection, and shared learning. These are the conversations that will continue to reshape how we think about Prehab™ — and why preparing patients before surgery should be as fundamental as the procedure itself.
