May is National Stroke Awareness Month, which makes it a good time to talk about ways to identify or prevent a stroke.
Dr. Justin Singer, director of vascular neurosurgery at Spectrum Health’s Butterworth Hospital, talks about Spectrum Health’s stroke program and its designation as a Comprehensive Stroke Center.
The best way to remember the signs and symptoms of a stroke is to remember the acronym BE FAST:
B – balance
E - eyes
F – face
A - arm
S - speech
T - time
If you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of a stroke, call 911. 80 percent of strokes are preventable if immediately addressed by a medical professional.
Butterworth Hospital is certified as a comprehensive stroke center. Spectrum Health has staff, expertise, and the ability to treat patients who have experienced the most serious and complex strokes 24/7. Spectrum Health has new robotic equipment, aiding in the accuracy of treatment and the potential for surgeons to treat patients who are many miles away.
Learn more by visiting spectrumhealth.org.
Medical Moment is sponsored by Spectrum Health.
