SMART Stroke Program
The Stroke Program at St. Joseph's/Candler encourages patients to get SMART about their stroke risk through education and rehabilitation.
Specially trained medical experts offer the most comprehensive program in the region
The Institute for Neurosciences provides comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services for patients with neurological diseases, disorders or injuries.
Neuroradiology
The neuroradiology department in at St. Joseph's/Candler is staffed by board-certified neuroradiologists and equipped with state-of-the-art technology.
Neuro ICU
Experience the most advanced Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit in the region at the Institute for Neurosciences at St. Joseph's Hospital.
The Stroke NET-work
St. Joseph's/Candler remotely provides stroke care to rural hospitals in Georgia through telemedicine and supporting patients with stroke related ailments.
Neurosurgery
St. Joseph’s Hospital has dedicated neurosurgery operating rooms manned by our highly skilled, specially trained staff if you or a loved one require neurosurgery.
Center for Oto-Neurology
The Center for Oto-Neurology provides state-of-the-art diagnostics and therapy for patients with ear, hearing, balance and speech/language disorders.
Movement Disorders Program
St. Joseph's/Candler offers a caring, convenient and comprehensive approach to treatment for patients with neurological disorders with abnormal movement.
Living Smart Blog: Neurology
In our Living Smart blog, we cover a variety of topics on neurological health. We hope you find these articles educational and helpful for keeping your health and well-being on a positive track.
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Infographic: 7 ways to prevent a stroke
A stroke happens every 40 seconds in the United States. Eighty percent of them can be prevented if people know the risk factors and follow their doctor’s orders.
A stroke is a disruption of blood flow to certain areas of the brain. The brain constantly needs a supply of oxygen and nutrients in order to work properly. If blood supply is stopped, even for a short time, this can cause problems physically or cognitively, potentially leading to death.
The risk factors of a stroke include high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes and lifestyle, including diet, exercise and tobacco and alcohol use. Strokes also are more likely to happen to people who are of African-American or Hispanic descent and people who are not following the appropriate regime that their doctor gave them.
St. Joseph’s/Candler Stroke Program
St. Joseph’s/Candler is one of the first five hospitals in the country that achieved the title of Primary Stroke Center awarded by The Joint Commissions. The team at St. Joseph’s/Candler is available 24 hours a day with a staff fully trained to treat early signs of stroke. Learn more about our stroke program.