Stroke
Recognizing the signs of a stroke:
While 80% of strokes are preventable, it is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and the leading cause of disability. On average someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds.
Stroke is a medical emergency. It is important to act quickly.
Know the signs of stroke of early detection. Call 911 immediately if these signs are present.
- Balance Watch for sudden loss of balance
- Eyes Check for vision loss
- Face Look for an uneven smile
- Arm Check if one arm is weak
- Speech Listen for slurred speech
- Time Call 911 right away
Program highlights
The University of Toledo Medical Center has been designated a Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center by The Joint Commission. Obtaining this certification signifies that University of Toledo Medical Center has undergone extensive onsite evaluation and meets strict national stroke care standards as required by The Joint Commission.
Earning this recognition demonstrates that University of Toledo Medical Center stroke program follows national guidelines regarding quality and patient safety, which can significantly improve outcomes for stroke patients.
Utilizing advanced technology and innovative treatment options, the University of Toledo Medical Center's specially trained stroke team provides an expert level of comprehensive care, diagnosing and treating patients quickly and significantly improving health and recovery time.
In 2024, University of Toledo Medical Center received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get with the Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus, Target: Stroke Honor Roll, and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll Award. This achievement recognizes University of Toledo Medical Centers commitment and success in implementing the highest standard of stroke care by ensuring that stroke patients receive treatment according to nationally accepted standards and recommendations.
Our Neurologists specialties include:
- Vascular neurology
- Neurocritical care
- Neuro interventionalist
- Movement disorders
- Neuromuscular medicine
- Neurophysiology (Epilepsy)
- Headache medicine
Patient and Community Resources:
We offer community outreach and education about stroke. Requests for community programming is welcome. To discuss hosting a program for your group or learn more about stroke care at the University of Toledo Medical Center, contact Stroke Program Manager, Mary Britton BSN, RN at 419.383.5285 or email at mary.britton@utoledo.edu.