The Stroke Center, a primary certified stroke center, is committed to delivering safe, high-quality stroke care based on evidence-based standards of care protocols and a multidisciplinary approach for the treatment, management and rehabilitation of stroke patients. Ongoing education on stroke prevention, management and rehabilitation is provided to medical and allied health professionals and the community.

Think F.A.S.T.  

Here is an easy way to remember what to do to recognize a stroke when it happens.
Learn the signs of a stroke.  Be a hero.  Save a life.

• F=Face - Does the face look uneven?
  Ask the person to smile. If one side of the face appears crooked or drooping this person may be having a stroke.
• A=Arms – Does one arm drift down?
  Ask the person to raise both arms in the air--if he or she has difficulty with one arm this too might be a sign that this person is having a stroke.
• S=Speech – Does their speech sound slurred?
  Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. If his or her words are slurred or they are unable to speak, they might be having a stroke.
• T=Time
  If you observe any of these signs, it’s time to call 911. If any of the above symptoms are present you must call 911 immediately in order to make sure that this person reaches the hospital FAST.
  

Time lost is brain lost!  If you or someone you know is having stroke-like symptoms, dial 911 and ask to be taken directly to St. Luke’s The Woodlands Hospital Emergency Room.