Mend

Mend is a Mexican fintech company that provides financing solutions specifically designed for out-of-pocket healthcare expenses across Latin America. Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Mexico City, the company operates as a marketplace and lending platform that enables patients to pay for medical procedures through installment plans without requiring a credit card. Mend serves individuals seeking access to a wide range of medical treatments, including plastic surgery, bariatric surgery, orthopedics, ENT procedures, general surgery, dental work, ophthalmology, reproductive assistance, oncology, gynecology, and neurology. The company partners with healthcare providers including hospitals, clinics, and individual doctors to integrate financing directly into the patient care experience. Mend's digital application process takes less than 10 minutes to complete, providing accessible credit alternatives for patients who face barriers to traditional healthcare financing. The platform addresses a significant market gap in Mexico, where over 60 million people spend an average of $303.54 quarterly on out-of-pocket healthcare costs even with insurance coverage. As of 2024, Mend has raised approximately $2.69 million in funding from investors including Addem Capital, Magma Partners, and Google for Startups Accelerator: Latin Founders. The company completed a debt financing round in September 2024 as it scales its healthcare financing model. Mend employs between 11-50 people and has been included in CB Insights' Digital Lending Expert Collection. The company competes in a specialized niche within Mexico's healthtech lending space alongside players like Cha'Pay and operates at the intersection of healthcare access and financial inclusion.