November 20, 2009

Local News Spotlights New Network of Stroke Hospitals in L.A. County

Various News Media reported on the launch of a new stroke-certified hospital system that has the potential to greatly improve response times, treatments and overall outcomes for those who suffer a stroke in Los Angeles County. The system works by directing select 9-1-1 stroke patients to a primary stroke center (including UCLA), rather than to the nearest hospital, in order to optimize care and minimize disability or death. Dr. Jeffery Saver, professor of neurology and director of the UCLA Stroke Center was quoted. In addition, Dr. Latisha Ali, assistant clinical professor of neurology and director of the UCLA Telestroke program, was interviewed live on KNBC-Channel 4's morning news.

"LA County Paramedics Start Using Stroke Centers"

"KNBC Channel 4"

"Los Angeles County to Implement Stroke Center Hospital Network"

"Area Hospitals Join New Stroke Network"