Strategies for Excellence in Stroke Care - Charleston, SC

Course Description:
The key to effective stroke care is early recognition and treatment. With an emphasis on the interdisciplinary team approach to stroke care, this interactive program will teach you how to pinpoint an area of brain injury and understand the associated neurological deficits. You will gain a better understanding of embolic and thrombotic strokes, as well as subarachnoid and intracerebral hemorrhages, which will help you predict impending changes in your patients. You will also have the opportunity to analyze complex stroke cases, strengthen your assessment skills, and advance your understanding of subtle neurological changes in your patients.

An experienced neuroscience program clinical coordinator and nationally-known speaker, Millie Hepburn-Smith is able to merge the latest science with practical strategies for stroke care. She will enhance your ability to implement emergent protocols, determine effective blood pressure management using appropriate agents, and provide anticoagulation through medications such as aspirin, heparin, warfarin and other antiplatelet aggregation agents. She will also help you understand treatment modalities for improving the care you provide to patients faced with Transient Ischemic Attack. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the latest advances for achieving excellence in stroke care!