Sword Health

Sword has been granted three new U.S. patents in AI Care delivery. Each protects a core capability of our platform, from motion tracking and AI communication, to intelligent clinical decision-making - all of which contribute to strengthening the technology that powers our AI care models. With a portfolio of 80 patents and patent applications worldwide, Sword continues to lead in developing technology built specifically to advance healthcare. Proud of the teams driving this work forward. Read more about the patents: https://lnkd.in/etZ-Tfu8

Our latest peer-reviewed study brings independent, claims-based validation to the ROI of our AI Care model for musculoskeletal health. The findings: → $3,370 gross savings per member → $2,370 net savings per member → 3.4:1 ROI → 90% fewer MSK surgeries → +2.7 hours of productivity gained per employee, per week This represents the highest standard of evidence: independently reviewed methods, validated results, and measurable return on healthcare investment. 🔗 Link to the full paper in the comments.

Sword Health is partnering with Desjardins Insurance to expand access to AI Care across Canada. Through this collaboration, Desjardins plan members will have access to Sword’s Thrive and Bloom programs, our clinically proven solutions for musculoskeletal and pelvic health, delivered directly to their homes with no referral required. This partnership marks a significant milestone in building a more accessible, affordable, and high-quality healthcare system for Canadians. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e6XQGUpQ

This Halloween, the scariest thing haunting American budgets isn’t ghosts - it’s the skyrocketing healthcare premiums expected next year. Having already saved our clients over $1B in healthcare costs to date, Sword is the partner that helps you fight back. (All headlines are real; check the comments for the full stories.)

AI is bringing a systemic revolution to healthcare. The potential is transformative, and there’s no going back. But with every breakthrough comes misunderstanding and skepticism. At Sword, we don’t shy away from tough questions. We meet them with clinical evidence. In this week’s newsletter, our Chief Medical Officer, Vijay Yanamadala MD, MBA, FAANS, FCNS, unpacks some of the most common myths and fears surrounding AI in healthcare and what the research actually shows. Unmissable read ⬇️

At Sword, we made the shift to outcome-based pricing long ago. That model means our clients - employers and health plans alike - only pay when they see measurable results. It’s helped us align our clients’ spending with their true priority: helping their members recover. And, internally, it’s kept our teams focused on what really moves the needle: better health outcomes for people.

What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas. With one exception: our takeaways from HLTH USA 2025, where 12,000+ leaders in the health space gathered to discuss where the industry is headed. From preventive technology, to the AI debate, here are the themes that shaped this year’s edition.

Sword is live from HLTH USA! We brought our AI Care solutions to the main stage with a brand-new booth, and our live ROI calculator quickly became a crowd favorite. Another highlight: our CEO, Virgílio (“V”) Bento, took the stage alongside Elevance’s Chief Data & Digital AI Transformation Officer, Ashok Chennuru, and they both shared how AI is reshaping healthcare today: allowing systems to scale and touch more lives, while delivering better outcomes at a fraction of the cost. We loved welcoming everyone who stopped by to pick up the new edition of our children’s book for healthcare heroes. If you didn’t grab one yet, we saved a few; swing by our booth or fill out the link in the comments (and we’ll ship it your way).

At Sword, we don’t just build for our clients, we build WITH them. And that collaboration, that willingness to listen first, will always be our greatest innovation. Last week, some of our Customer Advisory Board members joined our leadership at Harvard Business School. It reminded me of something I deeply believe: real innovation doesn’t start with technology, it starts with listening. Listening to the challenges our clients face. Listening to what keeps them up at night and what gives them hope. Listening to the human stories behind every solution we create. As one CAB member said as we wrapped, “This has been absolutely wonderful! I can’t wait for the next event with Sword!” That sentiment sums up the energy and heart of this team perfectly. The excitement around Sword Health is real and it’s spectacular watching greatness in action. To our CAB members, Niko Triantafillou Ashley Brennan Kristyn Cantu Annette Vota, thank you for sharing your insights and experiences, and for reminding us why we do what we do. Your partnership truly fuels us!! #SwordStrong #innovation #leadingtheway

We’re welcoming Josh Greenwald as Sword’s new SVP and Chief People Officer. Josh is a global HR executive with over two decades of experience leading talent and transformation across Fortune 100 companies. In his role, Josh will lead our People function, responsible for building, growing, and supporting our exceptional talent. In parallel, he’ll help amplify Sword’s voice within the HR community, partnering with leaders to tackle today’s most pressing workforce challenges. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ecxhWkYB