Planning surgery for endometriosis?
Matilda is here to support you.
An 8-week (4-week prehab, 4-week rehab, 12-month access) digital program to help you prepare for and recover from endometriosis surgery. Guided by people who’ve lived it, created by those who treat it.
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“Matilda took the anxiety out of the process and provided a supportive network of people who understand what you are going through. You can choose the items you want to engage with and you get what you need from it. Whether it's emotional, physical, dietary or advice, Matilda is there to help.”
42yo Female - AUS 🇦🇺
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“Matilda has helped me feel so much less alone in my endo surgery journey. It connected me to a community of experts and peers who have truly made all the difference. I feel empowered by the skills and knowledge I’ve received and now feel genuinely optimistic about my future.”
— 32yo female, AUS 🇦🇺 October 2025
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“This app and the community support help me feel less alone, more informed, and better prepared for this and any future surgeries I have.
I was better prepared for recovery, I had all the tools I needed because of the info in the app and the experiences shared by the community. I've been eating better, I've felt confident in my movement and returning to exercise at a pace that is safe for my recovery, but also feels satisfying”— 34yo female, AUS 🇦🇺 October 2025
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“One of my patients had a hysterectomy today for heavy bleeding and excision of Endo. She said she wished Matilda had of been available when she was first diagnosed with endo 💛”
— AGES Gynaecologist, Perth. November 2025
Welcome to Matilda
A community-developed & clinician-led holistic program
We created Matilda to wrap compassionate, evidence-based care around surgery for confirmed or suspected endometriosis. Designed by clinicians, with people who’ve been through it, Matilda is an app that helps you prepare, recover, and feel supported—physically and emotionally—every step of the way.
Meet the experts you’ll learn from in the program:
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Expert surgical care and medical insights from leading endometriosis specialists—helping you understand your condition, set realistic expectations, and feel prepared for what’s ahead.
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Guided movement, pain relief strategies, and pelvic floor support tailored to each stage of recovery—empowering you to understand your nervous system, and rebuild strength and confidence, safely.
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Practical nutrition advice to reduce inflammation, support healing, and boost energy. Our dietitian helps you fuel your body before and after surgery with simple, sustainable choices.
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Tools to manage stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. Our psychologist delivers evidence-based strategies to support your emotional wellbeing and strengthen your mind-body connection.
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Compassionate, clear guidance on what to expect in hospital, and how to monitor your recovery—offering reassurance during a vulnerable time.
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Gentle, guided movement sessions to reduce pain, improve flexibility, and promote calm. Designed specifically for pre and post-op recovery—no gym or experience required.
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Real stories, lived experience, and a safe space to connect with others walking the same path. Our peer community reminds you that you’re not alone—support is just a message away.
Supporting Recovery: Inside the Matilda Endometriosis Surgery Program
Meet some of the team behind Matilda, a clinically backed, co-designed digital program that supports people before and after endometriosis surgery.
Hear from Co-founders and Physiotherapists Joanna and Kevin, leading gynaecologists Dr Jade Acton and Dr Rose McDonnell, and Anna and Alyssa - two people with lived experience as they share why preparation and recovery matter, and how Matilda helps patients feel more informed, supported, and in control.
HOW MATILDA WORKS
All-inclusive care that treats the whole person, not just the symptoms.
Get Started with Matilda
Whether referred by your gynaecologist or joining on your own, Matilda supports you every step of the way.
Simply sign up, personalise your focus area (like nutrition, movement, wellbeing or sleep), and unlock your pre-surgery content to start your journey.
Daily Guidance Before & After Surgery
Follow a structured 4-week pre-surgery and 4-week post-surgery program with short, daily activities—expert videos, movement classes, mindfulness, and nutrition tips—designed for where you are in your journey.
Track Your Progress & Stay Supported
Use simple tracking tools, join live sessions, and connect with our clinical team and supportive community—all through the app.
On-Demand, Content On Your Terms
Whether you prefer to watch, listen or read, Matilda delivers expert care in a flexible, app-based format—so you can learn your way, anytime, anywhere, with no time off work or travel needed.
Evidence-based, proven outcomes, better care.
The evidence is clear, pre & post-surgical care contributes to better patient outcomes.
2.88 fewer days in hospital
in deep pelvic endometriosis surgery patients when they received perioperative care.
34% lower complications
from laparoscopic excision of deep infiltrating endometriosis.
17% less pain
two days after endometriosis surgery and faster recovery of gastrointestinal function.
MEET THE TEAM
Guided by people who’ve lived it, Created by those who treat it.
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Joanna Morris
Co-Founder | Pelvic Physiotherapist
BSc. Physiotherapy, MSc. Continence and Pelvic Health. Expert Pelvic Health Physiotherapist, educator at Curtin University.
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Dr Kevin Wernli, PhD
Co-Founder | Pain Physiotherapist & Researcher
BSc. Physiotherapy (Honours), PhD (Persistent Pain). Pain physiotherapist and academic.
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Kelly Spoerk
COO
BSc. Anatomy and Histology
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Anna Fischer
Community Lead | Co-designer
BSc. Health and Physical Education
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Haylee Jackson
Technical Lead
BAdv Sci. Computing (Honors)
Supported by Clinical Experts
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Dr Jade Acton
Lead Clinical Advisor | AGES Gynaecologist
MBBS, FRANZCOG, GDipSurgEd, AGES Accredited Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon. Specialist in endometriosis and laparoscopic surgery.
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Dr Michal Amir
Clinical Advisor | Specialist Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Endoscopic Surgeon
MD, FRANZCOG. AGES Accredited Advanced Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgeon.
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Dr Rose Mcdonnell
Clinical Advisor | AGES Gynaecologist
MBBS, FRANZCOG, MReproMed, BSc (Med Sci), AGES Accredited Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon. Specialist in endometriosis and laparoscopic surgery.
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Dr Judith Thompson
Clinical Advisor | Pelvic Physiotherapist
Dip (physio), Postgrad Dip (Continence and Women’s Health), PhD, FACP, APAM. Leader in pelvic health physiotherapy. -
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Dr Jennie Pontre
Clinical Advisor | AGES Gynaecologist
MBBS(HONS), FRANZCOG, MREPMED. AGES Accredited Advanced Laparoscopic Surgeon, specialist in endometriosis and complex laparoscopic surgery.
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Associate Professor Krish Karthigasu
Clinical Advisor | AGES Gynaecologist
MBBS, FRANZCOG. Advanced endoscopic surgeon, head of the Gynaecology Endoscopy Department at King Edward Memorial Hospital.
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Rachel Gearon
Clinical Advisor | Endometriosis Dietician
BSc (HONS), Accredited Practicing Dietician (APD), lived experience with endometriosis. -
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Jade Walker
Clinical Advisor | Endometriosis Naturopath
BHSC. Accredited Endometriosis Naturopath, lived experience with endometriosis.
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Sophie Callen
Clinical Advisor | Psychologist
BPsych (Hons), MPsych (Health).
Special interest in endometriosis, chronic pain/illness, and women’s health across the lifespan.
◉ Have questions? Contact our team
See what our users are saying
I wish I had something like this during my previous surgeries, it truly helps you go into the experience with more confidence and clarity.
Sara, Matilda User
This program is so fantastic. Extremely lucky to have had Matilda through my surgery recovery.
Georgia, Matilda User
The program provided me a sense of control - that I could impact my surgery outcomes through committing to the process.
Izzy, Matilda User
Recovery was surprisingly smooth, and I believe Matilda had an impact on that. I would 100% recommend this program to anyone with an upcoming surgery.
Khadija, Matilda User
Frequently Asked Questions
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The cost of the program during our Pilot Trial is only A$249. It's a one off cost that includes the whole 8 week program (4 weeks pre-surgery, 4 weeks post-surgery), and gives you access to content for 12 months!
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We completely understand, endometriosis can be a costly and exhausting condition to manage, and we never want to add to that strain. Our long-term vision is for access to Matilda to be fully covered by government, insurers, or employers so that people living with endo aren’t left footing the bill.
Matilda is built on the current standard of care for endometriosis, and we know it works. But to secure broader funding and coverage, we need to go the extra mile to demonstrate just how valuable and impactful this model is in practice. That means collecting real-world data to back what we’re doing, which takes time and resources.
At this stage, we’re fortunate to receive a few grants that help keep our operations running, but we haven’t yet secured funding that allows us to offer Matilda at no cost. We’re actively working on this and welcome collaboration from individuals, organisations, and advocates who share our mission.
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That's okay, the program is designed around 4 weeks as this was the most common time Gynaecologists reported they had before operating.
However, you get access to all the content at once, so if you have more or less time before your surgery, you can go through it at your own pace. -
Matilda has been co-designed by people with endometriosis and specialised clinicians to ensure we created a solution that solves real people’s problems. We hav run two co-design workshops for the surgery optimisation program and continue to have regular catchups with our amazing lived-experience advisory group.
Additionally, we're aligned with many clinical practice guidelines, like the RANZCOG Australian Clinical Practice Guidelines for the diagnosis and management of endometriosis. -
If Matilda didn't provide you with the service you expected, reach out to us at hello@matilda.health to see how we can help. We grow on feedback from users.