You Don’t Have to Walk Alone

Patients Helping Patients

Surgery can feel overwhelming. Connecting with other patients can help.

PatientCircle Research Institute is a patient-led initiative dedicated to researching the effects of peer coaching and non-medical community support on the physical, mental, and emotional health outcomes for surgery patients.

Our Services

Patient Community

  • Free for Patients & Caregivers

  • Watch Interviews with Other Patients

  • Ask Questions & Learn What to Expect

  • Access Peer Community Resources & Tools

  • Engage with Community Members, Posts, Discussions, and Events

Peer Coaching

  • For patients from affiliate Hospitals and Clinics, PatientCircle Research Institute provides peer coaching for surgery patients as part of ongoing research. Contact us to learn how to bring a peer coaching program to your site.

What Patients Are Saying

“I would strongly urge patients to do it [1:1 coaching], as it will help alleviate a lot of fear and uncertainty about the surgery.”

“Having someone to talk to who has experienced cardiac surgery is highly comforting as you navigate the stressors and anxiety of going through, and coming out of, your surgery.”

“It’s helpful at many levels, so something for everyone.”