Conroe earns certification as a comprehensive stroke center
Hospital earns highest level of certification for stroke care.
HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe proudly announces its designation as a Comprehensive Stroke Center by DNV Healthcare USA Inc., making a significant milestone in the community providing world-class stroke care. This prestigious designation, which is the highest level of certification for stroke care, recognizes the hospital's ability to treat the most complex stroke cases, utilizing advanced technology and an exceptional team of medical professionals.
"Achieving the designation as a Comprehensive Stroke Center is a testament to the skill, dedication, and passion of our entire team," said Matt Davis, CEO at HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe. "This achievement reflects our commitment to delivering the highest quality stroke care and ensuring that patients have access to advanced, lifesaving treatments when they need it most. We are proud to provide the highest level of care in our community.
HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe offers 24/7 access to a highly trained stroke care team, including neurologists, neurosurgeons, interventional radiologists, and interventional neurologists. In addition, patients benefit from a full continuum of care, including rehabilitation and recovery support. According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States, making access to comprehensive stroke care essential. This designation ensures that patients in the Montgomery County area have access to advanced, lifesaving care close to home.
This certification integrates certain requirements of the DNV NIAHO Hospital Accreditation Program, Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Conditions of Participation for Hospitals, Guidelines of the Brain Attack Coalition, and the recommendations of the American Stroke Association. As part of this designation, HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe demonstrated its expertise in advanced imaging, comprehensive stroke intervention, and multidisciplinary care, ensuring patients receive timely and effective treatment.
For more information please visit DNV’s website.