Stroke & cerebrovascular disease
Every moment counts when it comes to identifying and treating a stroke. That’s why we have 24/7 diagnostic and treatments services. We provide the most comprehensive stroke services in the region — from emergency care to rehabilitation and support.
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Recognize the signs of a stroke
Understand stroke risk factors and how healthy habits and care can help lower your risk over time.
Stroke quality measures
Our medical centers continually strive to reduce the time to treatment for stroke patients. View data on key quality measures shared through a public reporting program by the American Heart Association.
Awards and accreditations
Atlantic Health delivers exceptional care in every specialty, including stroke and cerebrovascular disease, and earns national awards each year recognizing our clinical excellence.
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