Stroke

The neurosurgeon PA generally does a better job of expediting the OR cases to the right place. The Baptist One-call nurse normally connects the PA to these transfers, not the neurologist.

3 years ago, we had no designated stroke centers, now we have 12. All three (Methodist, Baptist and University) have “one-call” transfer numbers that normally perform pretty well in rapid placement

In general, Main Methodist, St. Luke’s Baptist and University Hospital are the facilities that are functioning as “Level I” stroke centers with full capabilities and 24/7 NS coverage.