Stroke Care Center : Hillsboro Medical Center
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Stroke Care Center : Hillsboro Medical Center
Do you know the signs of stroke?
We’ve created a short video to help you.
Watch, learn and sing along!
National recognition for stroke care
Hillsboro Medical Center is nationally recognized for our commitment to ensure stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment based on the latest scientific evidence.
Read about our recognition
.
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the United States. The Stroke Care Center at Hillsboro Medical Center is recognized by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for providing immediate and primary treatment of stroke.
Our stroke care team uses the latest medications and procedures to save lives and maintain a high quality of life for stroke patients.
Treatments depend on the type of stroke, and can include emergency therapies as well as measures to prevent future complications such as another stroke.
Treatment measures can include:
Anticoagulants to help delay the formation of blood clots
Anti-platelet agents to stop platelets from clumping and forming clots
Computed tomography (CT) or Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT) scans
Laboratory tests
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) tests
We also have 24/7 access to expert OHSU stroke specialists and neurologists through our telemedicine network.
Our excellence
Since 2011, the Stroke Care Center at Hillsboro Medical Center has been awarded advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission.
Learn more about our excellence »
Symptoms of Stroke
Recognizing stroke symptoms and calling 911 immediately is critical to ensuring you or your loved one receives fast, lifesaving treatment. Just remember:
BEFAST
.
Balance —
Sudden loss of balance
Eyes —
Blurred or loss of vision
Face
— One side is drooping
Arms
— Weakness in either arm
Speech
— Slurred or trouble speaking
Time
— Call 911 immediately.
Stroke Update 2022
Dan Friedman, M.D.
, neurologist at Hillsboro Medical Center, discusses causes and signs of stroke, latest treatments, rehabilitation and prevention.
“BE FAST” was developed by Intermountain Healthcare, as an adaptation of the FAST model implemented by the American Stroke Association. Reproduced with permission from Intermountain Healthcare. © 2011 Intermountain Healthcare. All rights reserved.
Do you know the signs of stroke?
We’ve created a short video to help you.
Watch, learn and sing along!
National recognition for stroke care
Hillsboro Medical Center is nationally recognized for our commitment to ensure stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment based on the latest scientific evidence.
Read about our recognition
.
Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of adult disability in the United States. The Stroke Care Center at Hillsboro Medical Center is recognized by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for providing immediate and primary treatment of stroke.
Our stroke care team uses the latest medications and procedures to save lives and maintain a high quality of life for stroke patients.
Treatments depend on the type of stroke, and can include emergency therapies as well as measures to prevent future complications such as another stroke.
Treatment measures can include:
Anticoagulants to help delay the formation of blood clots
Anti-platelet agents to stop platelets from clumping and forming clots
Computed tomography (CT) or Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT) scans
Laboratory tests
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) tests
We also have 24/7 access to expert OHSU stroke specialists and neurologists through our telemedicine network.
Our excellence
Since 2011, the Stroke Care Center at Hillsboro Medical Center has been awarded advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission.
Learn more about our excellence »
Symptoms of Stroke
Recognizing stroke symptoms and calling 911 immediately is critical to ensuring you or your loved one receives fast, lifesaving treatment. Just remember:
BEFAST
.
Balance —
Sudden loss of balance
Eyes —
Blurred or loss of vision
Face
— One side is drooping
Arms
— Weakness in either arm
Speech
— Slurred or trouble speaking
Time
— Call 911 immediately.
Stroke Update 2022
Dan Friedman, M.D.
, neurologist at Hillsboro Medical Center, discusses causes and signs of stroke, latest treatments, rehabilitation and prevention.
“BE FAST” was developed by Intermountain Healthcare, as an adaptation of the FAST model implemented by the American Stroke Association. Reproduced with permission from Intermountain Healthcare. © 2011 Intermountain Healthcare. All rights reserved.