The Erlanger Stroke Center is one of the largest and most highly regarded stroke centers in the region. Our dedicated team is committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care at every stage—from emergency treatment through recovery.
Personalized Care
Our stroke specialists develop individualized treatment plans based on each patient’s diagnosis, recovery needs, and long-term goals. We guide patients and families through every step of treatment and rehabilitation to support the best possible outcomes and quality of life.
Stroke Conditions We Treat
- Ischemic Stroke: Caused by a blocked blood vessel due to a clot or plaque buildup, ischemic stroke is the most common type, accounting for approximately 87% of cases.
- Hemorrhagic Stroke: Occurs when a blood vessel ruptures, causing bleeding in or around the brain. These strokes are often associated with high blood pressure or aneurysms and account for about 13% of cases.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA): Often called a “mini-stroke,” a TIA is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain. Symptoms typically resolve within minutes to 24 hours but signal an increased risk of future stroke and require prompt medical evaluation.
Advanced Stroke Treatments
- Thrombolytic Therapy (Clot-Busting Medication): For eligible patients with ischemic stroke, IV thrombolytics can dissolve clots and restore blood flow. This treatment is most effective when administered within a few hours of symptom onset.
- Mechanical Thrombectomy: This minimally invasive procedure removes clots from brain arteries and is highly effective for treating acute ischemic stroke when performed by specialized neurointerventionalists.
- Craniotomy for Hemorrhagic Stroke: In certain cases, a craniotomy may be performed to relieve pressure from bleeding in the brain. During this procedure, a neurosurgeon temporarily removes part of the skull to safely access and remove accumulated blood.
Why Choose Erlanger?
24/7 Expert Stroke Care & Advanced Neuro Treatment
- 24/7 Stroke Response: Our neurohospitalists are available around the clock to deliver rapid stroke response, immediate diagnosis, and expert acute stroke management—because every minute matters in improving outcomes.
- Minimally Invasive Stroke Treatment: Our neurointerventional radiologists perform advanced, image-guided procedures to treat stroke, aneurysms, and other vascular conditions, offering less invasive options and faster recovery.
- Expert Care for Complex Cases: Our board-certified neurosurgeons specialize in treating complex neurological conditions, including brain aneurysms, hemorrhagic stroke, and other critical disorders.
- Comprehensive, Patient-Centered Approach: Using a fully integrated team model, we provide personalized stroke care tailored to each patient’s condition, from emergency intervention through recovery.
Nationally Recognized Stroke Center
Erlanger is certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center (CSC) by DNV Healthcare USA Inc., recognizing our ability to treat the most complex stroke cases using evidence-based protocols. We have also earned the American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines®–Stroke Gold Plus Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus with Advanced Therapy Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll.
These honors reflect our commitment to delivering leading-edge stroke care and exceptional patient outcomes.
Stroke Conditions We Treat
- Ischemic Stroke: Caused by a blocked blood vessel due to a clot or plaque buildup, ischemic stroke is the most common type, accounting for approximately 87% of cases.
- Hemorrhagic Stroke: Occurs when a blood vessel ruptures, causing bleeding in or around the brain. These strokes are often associated with high blood pressure or aneurysms and account for about 13% of cases.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA): Often called a “mini-stroke,” a TIA is a temporary blockage of blood flow to the brain. Symptoms typically resolve within minutes to 24 hours but signal an increased risk of future stroke and require prompt medical evaluation.
Advanced Stroke Treatments
- Thrombolytic Therapy (Clot-Busting Medication): For eligible patients with ischemic stroke, IV thrombolytics can dissolve clots and restore blood flow. This treatment is most effective when administered within a few hours of symptom onset.
- Mechanical Thrombectomy: This minimally invasive procedure removes clots from brain arteries and is highly effective for treating acute ischemic stroke when performed by specialized neurointerventionalists.
- Craniotomy for Hemorrhagic Stroke: In certain cases, a craniotomy may be performed to relieve pressure from bleeding in the brain. During this procedure, a neurosurgeon temporarily removes part of the skull to safely access and remove accumulated blood.
Comprehensive Stroke Care Resources
Patients at Erlanger benefit from:
- 24/7 rapid-response stroke team
- Advanced neuroimaging available around the clock
- Dedicated Neuro Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU)
- Highly trained neurointerventional specialists
- Stroke program leadership, including a medical director and program manager
- Access to clinical trials and the latest stroke research
