The Stroke Center at Saint Joseph's

Every minute in the United States someone suffers a stroke. The disease is the third leading killer and a leading cause of disability. Despite these staggering statistics, stroke is called America's most-neglected disease. Until recently, the outlook for stroke treatment was not very encouraging, however, new advances are rapidly emerging.

The Stroke Center at Saint Joseph's provides the latest treatments for stroke using a team approach to care involving physicians, nurses, social workers, dietitians, speech therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, pharmacists and chaplains.

The Stroke Center at Saint Joseph's offers a wide range of stroke care, including:

• stroke screenings to determine your risk.
• community education programs.
• acute interventions if a stroke occurs.
• outpatient rehabilitation.
• leading research activities to assist in the advancement of stroke treatment.

For more information about Saint Joseph's Stroke Center, call 404-851-5740.