May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to learn how to recognize stroke symptoms quickly and understand why immediate medical care can dramatically affect outcomes.
At Gothenburg Health, teams are preparing every day to respond swiftly when stroke patients arrive in the emergency room.
Gothenburg Health is currently updating its stroke protocol to ensure patients receive timely, evidence-based care, according to Chief Medical Officer Dr. Anna Dalrymple.
“When it comes to stroke, every minute matters,” Dalrymple said. “We are passionate about being fully prepared to offer the highest standard of care in our emergency room so we can give stroke patients the best possible outcomes.”
Once a patient arrives at Gothenburg Health, advanced imaging plays a vital role.
The hospital uses a state-of-the-ar…