Kernersville Medical Center
a department of Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center
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Stroke
& mini-stroke

Kernersville Medical Center Services Stroke & mini-stroke

Accurate diagnosis and rapid treatment of stroke you can count on

Through teleneurology you have access to the neurology experts at Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, a nationally-certified, award-winning stroke program. This service is available 24/7 in an emergency or for ongoing treatment of a stroke, brain aneurysm, concussion, brain tumor and epilepsy.
 

If you or a loved one comes to us with a suspected stroke, our own round-the-clock stroke team will swing into action, make a solid diagnosis and begin the appropriate treatment right away.

The following links below provide more information about our stroke care program.

Emergency treatment for stroke
Call 911 at the first sign of a stroke.
F-A-S-T is an easy way to remember three warning signs of a stroke and what to do:
 
  • F– Facial paralysis
  • A– Arm weakness
  • S– Speech difficulties
  • T– “Time to call 911”

Do not ignore these warning signs, even if they go away.Stroke is a serious medical emergency and time can make a huge difference in your outcome.


Similar symptoms may indicate other medical problems, including a transient ischemic attack, (TIA). These “mini-strokes” are also very serious. Call 911 for help. Our experts can do a TIA evaluation to determine your level of risk for stroke in the future, and work with you to lower than risk.


Stroke Bridge Clinic

If you are well enough to leave the hospital, but still face serious cognitive or physical challenges, our dedicated team will help you transition from hospital to home.

Stroke navigator services

We’re with you every step of the way on your recovery journey. A stroke navigator can help coordinate your follow-up care and give you the support and knowledge you need to understand your condition. Call the stroke navigator at 336-718-7229.

Neuroscience services

In addition to stroke, our neuroscience services, listed below, cover many other brain and movement disorders. Please follow the links for more information.

Rehabilitation

If stroke or another neurological condition has left you or a loved one affected by physical, speech and cognition deficits, our multidisciplinary rehabilitation team can help.