Stroke Care in Celina

When a stroke happens, every moment matters. Getting care quickly can make a big difference in your recovery. As the first hospital in the city, we’ve put timely stroke services within reach. That’s community and why so many people Trust Methodist.

What Is a Stroke?

A stroke happens when there’s a disruption of blood flow to the brain, which prevents it from receiving the oxygen it needs. This damages brain tissue and may temporarily or permanently affect your abilities. There are two main types:

Ischemic stroke (most common) is due to a blood clot or other blood vessel blockage.
Hemorrhagic stroke happens when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures.

Why Choose Methodist Celina for Stroke Care?

The team at Methodist Celina Medical Center works together to provide seamless stroke care.

Highlights of our program include:

24/7 stroke care: On-staff emergency doctors and nurses with training in stroke care come together as quickly as possible to determine proper treatment. Brain imaging studies to diagnose stroke are available just steps from our emergency room. These capabilities help us quickly assess your needs and coordinate the next steps of care.
Tele-neurology support: Emergency doctors on the medical staff connect with a neurologist via secure video. Using telehealth technology, the neurologist evaluates your symptoms and recommends treatment. This collaboration keeps your care moving forward.
Coordination: We offer more of the stroke care services you need in one place. After the emergency room, many patients start their recovery in our intensive care unit (ICU), where you receive around-the-clock monitoring. We also work with rehabilitation (rehab) providers to arrange for therapies.

Methodist Celina provides 24/7 emergency stroke care. Every second counts. Call 911 immediately if you or a loved one is having a stroke.

Stroke Care Services and Treatments We Offer

Stroke care services available at Methodist Celina include:

Emergency ischemic stroke treatment: If the stroke is due to a blocked blood vessel, you receive a medication called tissue plasminogen activator (tPA). This drug helps dissolve the blockage.
Recovery: You begin your recovery in our ICU. Trained nurses closely monitor your vital signs, manage medications, and provide support with basic medical needs.
Rehab: These services often involve help you regain strength, movement, and independence. Care often involves physical, occupational, or speech therapy and may start while you are still in the hospital. Before you leave, we help coordinate ongoing therapy at home or in a rehab facility.
Transfer services for hemorrhagic stroke: If a stroke involves bleeding in the brain, we quickly transfer you to a nearby hospital for advanced care.

If You Notice Stroke Symptoms, Act F.A.S.T.

Recognizing stroke symptoms and acting quickly is essential. Prompt treatment may reduce the amount of brain damage and potentially improve the chances of recovery.

Act F.A.S.T. if you think someone is having a stroke:

F = Face: Is one side of their face drooping?
A = Arms: Is one arm weak or numb?
S = Speech: Is the person slurring their speech?
T = Time: Call 911 immediately. Do not attempt to drive yourself or someone else to the hospital.

Assess Your Stroke Risk

Take our free stroke risk assessment to learn more about your chances of having a stroke. This information can help you take action to protect your brain health.

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