Stroke Care
When a patient comes to the hospital with stroke symptoms, it’s crucial to make a proper diagnosis quickly in order to begin treatment to minimize the effects of a stroke. The Designated Primary Stroke Center team at Merit Health Biloxi delivers potentially life-saving care for ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. We strive to provide:
- Speed – Treatments given during the first three hours after a stroke can greatly reduce or even reverse the effects of stroke, so stroke care professionals are ready to jump into action immediately.
- Knowledge – Doctors, nurses, emergency professionals and other specialists meet high educational standards, and are specially trained to identify stroke symptoms and administer treatments.
- Technology – The stroke care team utilizes advanced testing and imaging technology, allowing them to identify the type of stroke within minutes so they are able to begin treatment.
The stroke care team is equipped to deliver potentially life-saving care for ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, and can perform minimally invasive treatment options.