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Partner With Proven Recovery

Equip your patients with the only physician-designed, evidence-backed perioperative nutrition protocol. Wholesale pricing available for clinics and surgical centres.

Why Clinics Choose Proven Recovery

Join a growing network of physicians who are integrating perioperative nutrition into their standard of care.

  • 100+ Ingredient-Level Studies

    Every ingredient selected based on peer-reviewed clinical evidence across orthopaedics, oncology, cardiac, and general surgery.

  • FDA Notified & Health Canada Approved

    The only perioperative formula with regulatory filings on record in both the US and Canada.

  • NSF Sport Certified

    Third-party tested for banned substances. Trusted by professional and Olympic athletes.

  • Wholesale Pricing for Clinics

    Volume-based pricing for surgical centres, clinics, and healthcare networks.

  • Dedicated Account Support

    Direct access to our clinical team for onboarding, dosing questions, and patient protocols.

  • Free 48-Hour Shipping

    Complimentary expedited shipping for all physician and clinic partners worldwide.

100+
Studies Supporting Our Ingredients
25
Medical-Grade Ingredients
2
Physician-Founders (MD, FRCSC & MD, FRCPC)

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FDA Notified Health Canada Approved NSF Sport Certified GMP Certified Facility 100+ Clinical Studies
The Evidence

Peer-Reviewed Results From Clinical Trials

These results are from peer-reviewed studies on the ingredients and perioperative nutrition protocols that informed Proven Recovery's formulation.

ZERO
Complications, Revisions & Readmissions

ZERO complications, ZERO revisions, ZERO readmissions at 12 months in the treatment group versus 7 complications, 3 revisions, and 4 readmissions in the control group.

Shumaker et al. 2019 — 125 patients, elective spine & total joint arthroplasty
42%
Shorter Hospital Stays

Patients receiving perioperative pharmaconutrition experienced 42% shorter hospital stays and 55% fewer post-surgical infections.

Goncalves et al. 2021 — 3,015 patients, retrospective cohort, TKA & THA
4.6x
Less Quadricep Atrophy

Patients in the treatment group preserved 4.6 times more quadricep muscle mass than the control group in a double-blind randomized controlled trial.

Dreyer et al. 2013 — 28 patients, double-blind RCT, total knee arthroplasty
41%
Less Narcotic Use

Patients who received perioperative nutrition required 41% fewer narcotics post-operatively, reducing opioid dependence risk.

Harris & Darby 2020 — 210 patients, RCT
$52.63
Return per $1 Spent

Every $1 invested in perioperative nutrition saves $52.63 in hospital costs. A single complication costs an average of $12,542.

Philipson et al. 2013 — 44 million patient records
The Mechanism

The 10-Pillar Perioperative Protocol

25 medical-grade ingredients working across 10 recovery pathways. Each pillar targets a specific aspect of surgical recovery, backed by peer-reviewed clinical evidence.

Accelerated Recovery

Speeds tissue repair and reduces time to functional recovery after surgical trauma.

Creatine2,500mg
HMB1,500mg
L-Leucine2,500mg

Wound Healing

Supports collagen synthesis and tissue regeneration at the surgical site.

Vitamin C1,000mg
Zinc6mg
L-Arginine1,250mg

Mitochondrial Protection

Preserves cellular energy production during the metabolic stress of surgery.

Creatine2,500mg
Taurine1,500mg
Vitamin B116.8mg

Neural Protection

Protects cognitive function from anesthesia-related neurological effects.

Vitamin B1238.6mcg
Vitamin B618.2mg
Vitamin B116.8mg

Gut-Muscle Axis

Maintains gut barrier integrity and the gut-muscle signaling pathway critical for recovery.

L-Glutamine250mg
Glycine350mg
Taurine1,500mg

Infection Prevention

Strengthens immune defense when the body is most vulnerable to surgical site infections.

L-Arginine1,250mg
Vitamin D12.5mcg
Zinc6mg

Circadian Realignment

Supports sleep-wake cycle restoration disrupted by anesthesia and hospital stays.

Tryptophan110mg
Vitamin B618.2mg
Vitamin B1238.6mcg

Muscle Loss Prevention

Combats the rapid muscle breakdown that occurs post-operatively.

L-Leucine2,500mg
L-Valine1,750mg
HMB1,500mg

Anti-Inflammatory

Modulates the inflammatory cascade triggered by surgical tissue damage.

Omega-3260mg
Quercetin100mg
L-Histidine110mg

Pain Reduction

Supports natural pain management pathways to reduce reliance on narcotics.

Vitamin C1,000mg
Vitamin D12.5mcg
L-Citrulline500mg
Created by Physicians

Not Supplement Entrepreneurs. Practicing Physicians.

After a decade of prescribing individual supplements to surgical patients, Dr. Desai went looking for an all-in-one solution. What he found was whey protein dressed up as surgical nutrition—citing studies their formula couldn’t deliver on. That’s when he decided to build it himself.

Dr. Sagar J. Desai
Dr. Sagar J. Desai
MSc, MD, FRCSC — Orthopaedic Surgeon & Co-Founder

Practicing orthopaedic surgeon in Toronto. Completed his MD at the University of Toronto and orthopaedic surgery residency at Western University. Holds a Master of Science in Medical Biophysics focused on patient-customized 3D implant design.

Dr. Kyle H. Waldman
Dr. Kyle H. Waldman
MSc, MD, FRCPC — Anesthesiologist & Co-Founder

Practicing anesthesiologist and OR coordinator in Toronto. Completed his MD and residency at the University of Toronto. Holds a Master of Science in Quality Improvement and Patient Safety, with pre-medical research in DNA damage and cellular aging.

For years we have known that certain nutrients can improve patient outcomes after surgery, yet our current medical practices run contrary to this evidence. We fast patients before surgery and underfeed them after. We built Proven Recovery to close that gap.

— Dr. Kyle H. Waldman, Co-Founder
Clinical FAQ

Questions From Healthcare Professionals

What is the evidence base for this formula?

Proven Recovery's 25 ingredients are each supported by peer-reviewed clinical studies. The formula is built on the established benefits of immuno-nutrition (IMN)—a specific combination of amino acids and omega-3 fatty acids—which is now a consensus recommendation by the American College of Surgeons, ERAS Society, and ASPEN guidelines. The full bibliography of 100+ studies is available upon request.

Is it safe alongside my patients’ existing medications?

Proven Recovery contains amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and omega-3 fatty acids at therapeutic doses. There are no known drug interactions at these dosages. Patients with advanced kidney disease on low-protein diets should consult their physician before use. Not tested in pregnant or breastfeeding women. The full ingredient list and doses are available on our Supplement Facts page.

What is the recommended protocol?

One scoop (22.5g) mixed in 500mL of cold water in a glass cup, taken twice daily between meals. Ideally started 5 days before surgery and continued for 5–15 days post-operatively depending on procedure complexity. For larger procedures (total joint arthroplasty, laparotomy), an extended 20-day protocol is recommended.

How does wholesale ordering work?

After submitting an inquiry, a member of our team will contact you within 24 hours to discuss volume-based pricing for your practice. All physician and clinic partners receive complimentary 48-hour shipping. We can accommodate individual clinic orders or multi-location healthcare network arrangements.

Which surgical specialties benefit most?

The evidence for perioperative immuno-nutrition spans orthopaedics (joint arthroplasty, fracture, spine, ACL), general surgery, bariatric, oncologic, cardiac, plastic and reconstructive, and oral/maxillofacial surgery. Benefits are seen regardless of patients’ baseline nutritional status.

Can I get a copy of the full bibliography?

Yes. Submit the inquiry form above and mention in the Additional Notes that you’d like the full bibliography. We’ll send you our complete compilation of 100+ peer-reviewed studies organized by surgical specialty and individual ingredient.

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