Are You at Risk for a Stroke with A-Fib December 30, 2010

MemorialCare Stroke Center

at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center

The MemorialCare Stroke Center is certified by the Joint Commission. The commission, which seeks to improve the safety and quality of care provided to the public, is the oldest and largest standards-setting body in health care. It certifies that approved programs like the MemorialCare Stroke Center at Long Beach Memorial follow national standards and guidelines which significantly improve outcomes of stroke patients.

Get with the Guidelines—Stroke Program

Long Beach Memorial Medical Center has joined with the “Get with the Guidelines—Stroke” program from the American Stroke Association to provide the most current and effective procedures to improve the overall quality of care for first-time stroke patients and treatments for those who have a history of stroke. The program employs proven, evidence-based treatment guidelines—including those developed by the American Stroke Association, American Heart Association and Brain Attack Coalition.
Learn more about Get with the Guidelines Program.

How You Can Help Our Stroke Programs

Many clinical advances and community education initiatives are possible, thanks to support of individuals, corporations and foundations that make philanthropic gifts to Long Beach Memorial and Miller Children’s Hospital through Memorial Medical Center Foundation. To learn more about philanthropic opportunities, to visit the Memorial Medical Center Foundation.