Time is brain and seconds matter. Stroke is the leading cause of disability and 4th leading cause of death in the United States. Good Samaritan is designated
as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission, providing high-quality,
individualized care to meet our stroke patients’ needs. This means
you can stay closer to home while being treated following a stroke.
Good Samaritan is equipped with:
Emergency Department 24/7
Telestroke and Teleneurology services 24/7
Bedside staff trained specifically in the care of stroke patients
Thrombolytic medication if indicated
CT, MRI, Echocardiogram, and Carotid Ultrasound
Outpatient telestroke and teleneurology services through GSPN
The beginning of a stroke often starts before the hospital encounter. Our
team works closely with local EMS on appropriate actions when a stroke
is suspected. Our EMS teams have the knowledge and abilities to identify
stroke symptoms and pre-notify Good Samaritan’s Emergency Department
of a patient’s arrival. Our stroke team is activated and swift care begins.
TIME IS BRAIN. We are equipped and ready to handle strokes occurring at any time! Our
Emergency Department staff is trained to identify symptoms of stroke and
they know the essential steps in best treating our stroke patients. As
soon as a stroke alert has been activated throughout the hospital, multiple
departments such lab, pharmacy, and radiology are notified and act quickly
to assist in the treatment and care of our patients. Our inpatient units
are also trained and ready to care for you in the event of a stroke. They
work closely with our
Rehabilitation staff, which is certified in Stroke Care, to continue their recovery.
Again, this all means you can stay closer to home in the event of a stroke.
Stroke Risk Factors:
Heart Disease
Diabetes
High Blood Pressure
High Cholesterol Levels
Smoking
Heavy Alcohol Use
Physical Inactivity and Obesity
Family History of Stroke
Our Stroke team is also focused on preventing stroke in our area. Please view our
events calendar to see what Good Samaritan events we will be participating in to provide
stroke education. Let us help you prevent a stroke in the future.
Good Samaritan has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke
Association's Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus Quality
Achievement Award.
Good Samaritan is recognized as a Primary Stroke Center and has received
the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With
The Guidelines® - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.
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