Primary Stroke Center

Millions of people throughout the United States have suffered from stroke. With stroke being a time-critical diagnosis in which rapid treatment can be the difference between full recovery and permanent disability, it's important for the public to know where to go in order to get the best stroke care possible.

Salina Regional Health Center is one of these locations. Having achieved Primary Stroke Care status in 2017, this certification comes as validation of the hospital’s efforts to enhance stroke care in the region.

Why This Matters for You

Dedicated Stroke Treatment – We have an around the clock team of physicians and nurses trained on current best practices in stroke care.
Rehabilitation for Stroke Patients- We have Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapies ready to help overcome symptoms associated with your stroke.
Support after You Leave the Hospital – We make sure you have follow-up care with dedicated specialist so you stay healthy at home. We also ensure you are on the correct medications to help lower your risk for future strokes.
Easy-to-Understand Patient Education – We teach you how to recognize stroke symptoms, address proper diet, activity and medications to prevent future strokes, and how to handle your new world as a stroke survivor.
Fewer Hospital Visits – We aim to prevent future hospital visits by ensuring you are discharged with appropriate education, medications and follow up appointments.

Douglas Davis, M.D.
Stroke Medical Director

Understanding the severity of stroke

Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. It is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States.
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Catch Stroke signs early - Be F.A.S.T.!

Matt Shay, Stroke Program Coordinator, explains how people can lower their chances of having a stroke, and what to do if you or a loved one has a stroke.
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Be F.A.S.T.

Be FAST stroke awareness with the American Stroke Foundation.
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Get With The Guidelines ® - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award and Target: Stroke ℠ Honor Roll Elite Plus Award and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll

American Heart Association/American Stroke Association

For the sixth year in a row Salina Regional Health Center was recognized by the American Heart Association for their commitment to ensure stroke patients receive the correct treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence. This month Salina Regional Health Center received the mark of the highest grade possible; Stoke Gold Plus with Honor Roll Elite Plus and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll for the 2020 calendar year.

Salina Regional Health Center is dedicated to improving the quality of care for our stroke patients by implementing the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Stroke initiative.