Stroke Care
In stroke care, every second matters. Bravera Health uses minimally invasive treatment options to help avoid or minimize the effects of stroke. The Bravera Health network team of stroke specialists works to diagnosis issues quickly and begin treatment immediately. Through our network of Bravera Health hospitals we offer life-saving care, including:
- Angioplasty and stent placement to open blocked arteries and veins
- Embolizing agents (clotting medications) delivered by catheter to stop blood flow resulting from hemorrhagic strokes
- Thrombolitic therapy deliver clot-dissolving medicine to treat ischemic strokes
- Minimally invasive surgery to remove a clot, or repair arteries and veins
- Stroke rehabilitation
Bravera Health being a network of hospitals strengthens the level of cardiac and stroke services offered. As part of a unified, integrated system, each Bravera Health hospital raises the bar in healthcare by sharing knowledge and expertise, health records, clinical protocols and advanced technology. The result is streamlined operations, better communication, greater efficiency and improved outcomes.
Primary Stroke Center
Bravera Health Seven Rivers has earned the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission for Primary Stroke Centers. The first Certified Primary Stroke Center in Citrus and Levy Counties, Bravera Health Seven Rivers follows national standards and guidelines published by the Brain Attack Coalition and the American Stroke Association for stroke care. Less than 1% of all hospitals in the United States have received this certification.
In addition, Bravera Health Seven Rivers has an alliance with UF Health.
Primary Stroke Center Mission
To reduce the risk and impact of cerebrovascular disease within Citrus County and surrounding communities through the use of an effective and efficient stroke care continuum including an alliance with UF Health.
When the opponent is stroke, you need strong allies. In 2011, the Stroke Emergency Specialists program was initiated; an innovative alliance between Bravera Health Seven Rivers and UF Health, the program strengthens the level of stroke services offered at our regional medical center.
This powerful alliance unites the University’s highly acclaimed faculty physicians, resources and protocols with Bravera Health's. The alliance provides:
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VIP physician-to-physician consultation
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Priority transfer status to UF Health Shands Hospital, when necessary
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Superior healthcare through shared resources
Simply put, it means enhanced care, better outcomes and a better overall experience for stroke patients in Citrus County and surrounding communities.
Goals
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Increase public awareness of the signs and symptoms of stroke
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Deliver the best possible treatment for stroke
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Offer rehabilitation and support for those impacted by stroke
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Optimize the health and quality of life of people with stroke
Education
Bravera Health Seven Rivers offers classes and a support group for those interested in educating themselves or their loved ones further about stroke.