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Stroke is the third leading cause of death in America and the number one cause of adult disability. Stroke or "brain attack" is preventable and treatable. May is National Stroke Awareness Month and Lakewood Hospital, which is recognized locally and nationally for excellence in stroke care, emphasizes the importance of knowing the warning signs of stroke and how to respond effectively.
"Lakewood Hospital is superior when it comes to stroke care", says Jack Gustin, president of Lakewood Hospital. "With our expert physicians and team of specialists at the forefront of stroke care, coupled with state-of-the-art technology, we have been consistently recognized for achieving long-term success and better outcomes for stroke care."
Warning signs of stroke include: sudden weakness or numbness on the face on one side; sudden unexplained dizziness or lack of balance; sudden vision impairment, especially in one eye; sudden severe headache with no known cause; sudden slurred speech.
The National Stoke Association uses the following information to get people to act faster in recognizing symptoms and getting help. It is recommended to think "FAST":
F – FACE: Ask person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
A – ARM: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
S – SPEECH: Ask the person to speak a simple phrase. Does the speech sound slurred or strange?
T – TIME: If you observe any of these signs, then it's time to call 9-1-1.
"The first three hours after a stroke are the most important, because stroke treatments are proving to be extremely beneficial when administered as soon as possible after the onset of a stroke," says Arthur Dick, M.D., medical director of Lakewood Hospital's Neuro Integrated Care Unit. "It is crucial that a stroke victim be taken immediately to a Primary Stroke Center like Lakewood Hospital."
Lakewood Hospital was one of the first hospitals in Northeast Ohio to be designated as a Primary Stroke Center. This certification signifies that Lakewood Hospital met stringent criteria after undergoing a comprehensive on-site evaluation by The Joint Commission.
Lakewood Hospital's success in stroke care is due in part to its highly skilled physicians and nurses within its Neuro Integrated Care Unit. This nine-bed unit cares for patient with neurological conditions such as brain tumor, cerebral aneurysm, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke and other forms of nerve and muscle disease. The unit has earned a national reputation for improved patient satisfaction, treatment and outcomes.
In addition to providing outstanding stroke care, Lakewood Hospital, in partnership with the Cleveland Clinic, has formed the Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute at Lakewood Hospital and has quickly become a local leader for neurological care. "From neurosurgery to specialized rehabilitation, Lakewood Hospital offers high-quality, comprehensive neurological services close to home," says Michael Mervart, M.D., a Cleveland Clinic Neurosurgeon at Lakewood Hospital. "Patients should feel confident when they come to Lakewood Hospital in that they are receiving the best care possible for their neurological care."
With the latest stroke treatment options, state-of-the-art imaging technology, outstanding neurological physicians and consistent national recognition and awards, Lakewood Hospital is the undisputed leader in superior stroke and neurological care in the west shore community. "Lakewood Hospital is recognized as a model for how stroke patients should receive care, says Gustin.
Lakewood Hospital, a Cleveland Clinic hospital, is a 400-bed acute care hospital that has served the diverse health care needs of the City of Lakewood and Cleveland's Westshore communities since 1907. Offering a wide range of health services and education programs for women, men and children, each year Lakewood Hospital provides high-quality and innovative patient care for more than 130,000 patients. lakewoodhospital.org
"Lakewood Hospital is superior when it comes to stroke care", says Jack Gustin, president of Lakewood Hospital. "With our expert physicians and team of specialists at the forefront of stroke care, coupled with state-of-the-art technology, we have been consistently recognized for achieving long-term success and better outcomes for stroke care."
Warning signs of stroke include: sudden weakness or numbness on the face on one side; sudden unexplained dizziness or lack of balance; sudden vision impairment, especially in one eye; sudden severe headache with no known cause; sudden slurred speech.
The National Stoke Association uses the following information to get people to act faster in recognizing symptoms and getting help. It is recommended to think "FAST":
F – FACE: Ask person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
A – ARM: Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
S – SPEECH: Ask the person to speak a simple phrase. Does the speech sound slurred or strange?
T – TIME: If you observe any of these signs, then it's time to call 9-1-1.
"The first three hours after a stroke are the most important, because stroke treatments are proving to be extremely beneficial when administered as soon as possible after the onset of a stroke," says Arthur Dick, M.D., medical director of Lakewood Hospital's Neuro Integrated Care Unit. "It is crucial that a stroke victim be taken immediately to a Primary Stroke Center like Lakewood Hospital."
Lakewood Hospital was one of the first hospitals in Northeast Ohio to be designated as a Primary Stroke Center. This certification signifies that Lakewood Hospital met stringent criteria after undergoing a comprehensive on-site evaluation by The Joint Commission.
Lakewood Hospital's success in stroke care is due in part to its highly skilled physicians and nurses within its Neuro Integrated Care Unit. This nine-bed unit cares for patient with neurological conditions such as brain tumor, cerebral aneurysm, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke and other forms of nerve and muscle disease. The unit has earned a national reputation for improved patient satisfaction, treatment and outcomes.
In addition to providing outstanding stroke care, Lakewood Hospital, in partnership with the Cleveland Clinic, has formed the Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute at Lakewood Hospital and has quickly become a local leader for neurological care. "From neurosurgery to specialized rehabilitation, Lakewood Hospital offers high-quality, comprehensive neurological services close to home," says Michael Mervart, M.D., a Cleveland Clinic Neurosurgeon at Lakewood Hospital. "Patients should feel confident when they come to Lakewood Hospital in that they are receiving the best care possible for their neurological care."
With the latest stroke treatment options, state-of-the-art imaging technology, outstanding neurological physicians and consistent national recognition and awards, Lakewood Hospital is the undisputed leader in superior stroke and neurological care in the west shore community. "Lakewood Hospital is recognized as a model for how stroke patients should receive care, says Gustin.
Lakewood Hospital, a Cleveland Clinic hospital, is a 400-bed acute care hospital that has served the diverse health care needs of the City of Lakewood and Cleveland's Westshore communities since 1907. Offering a wide range of health services and education programs for women, men and children, each year Lakewood Hospital provides high-quality and innovative patient care for more than 130,000 patients. lakewoodhospital.org
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