Stroke Treatment

Sharp is at the forefront of stroke diagnosis and treatment in San Diego. Learn more about Sharp's stroke prevention and intervention program that combines screenings, education and treatment.

Emergency Stroke Program
In accordance with national guidelines from the American Stroke Association, Sharp HealthCare has a systemwide stroke program in its emergency rooms and staff are prepared to respond quickly to stroke symptoms. Learn more about emergency stroke treatment at Sharp.

Stroke Education and Screening
In an effort to reduce the incidence and severity of stroke in the San Diego community, Sharp's Orthopedics and Neurosciences Department sponsors a community-based Stroke Smart Education and Screening Program, which helps individuals identify their particular risk factors for stroke and assists in determining appropriate lifestyle changes. Learn more about stroke education and screenings at Sharp.

Stroke Rehabilitation
Sharp uses a team approach to provide acute rehabilitation services to help stroke patients reach their highest level of independence and productivity. Learn more about stroke rehabilitation at Sharp.

Stroke Research
Sharp has participated in numerous national stroke clinical trials and continues to conduct research to find treatment innovations for San Diego stroke patients. To learn more about Sharp's participation in neurological research, please call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm, or send us an email.

Find a San Diego Neurologist
To find a Sharp-affiliated doctor, search for a San Diego neurologist specializing in stroke care or call 1-800-82-SHARP (1-800-827-4277), Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm.

For More Information
To find general information about neurology, visit Neurology and Stroke in Adult Health or read the Neurology News archive.