Saint Francis Health System Expands Stroke Care With Key Certifications

Saint Francis Health System is proud to announce two significant achievements in its stroke care services. Saint Francis Hospital South has successfully passed its annual survey to maintain its designation as a Primary Stroke Center, reaffirming its commitment to providing high-quality, life-saving stroke care. Also, Saint Francis Glenpool has been awarded the Acute Stroke Ready designation after completing its initial DNV survey.

Advancing Stroke Care In Eastern Oklahoma

The Acute Stroke Ready designation at Saint Francis Glenpool’s freestanding Emergency Department marks a major step forward in the health system’s drive to enhance stroke care throughout the region. This certification signifies that Glenpool is equipped to assess, provide initial diagnostics, stabilize, and deliver emergency care for patients experiencing acute stroke symptoms.

Acute Stroke Ready programs play a crucial role in a larger stroke system of care by ensuring that patients receive immediate attention before being transferred to a more comprehensive stroke center, if necessary. This designation strengthens Saint Francis Health System’s strategic vision of expanding access to stroke care and improving outcomes across Eastern Oklahoma.

Primary Stroke Center Certification at Saint Francis Hospital South

Saint Francis Hospital South’s Primary Stroke Center certification reflects its ability to provide the same critical stroke interventions as an Acute Stroke Ready facility and offer inpatient treatment and rehabilitation services. As a certified stroke center, Saint Francis Hospital South serves as a resource for other stroke care facilities, including those outside the Saint Francis Health System.

This designation ensures that patients in South Tulsa and surrounding communities continue to receive the highest standard of care, closer to home and their loved ones. It also demonstrates that Saint Francis Hospital South meets the stringent national standards for stroke management and treatment.

A Commitment To Excellence

These achievements underscore the hard work and dedication of the entire stroke care team across Saint Francis Health System. Their expertise, professionalism and teamwork have been instrumental in earning these recognitions.

As Saint Francis Health System continues to expand and improve stroke services, these designations serve as a testament to its unwavering dedication to patient care and medical excellence.