Memorial Hospital receives two awards from American Heart Association for stroke care excellence

CARTHAGE, Ill. — Memorial Hospital was recently honored with two awards from the American Heart Association, recognizing its designation as an Emergent Stroke Ready Hospital.

Memorial earned the Get with the Guidelines Rural Stroke Silver award for quality stroke care across all hospitals, as well as the Get with the Guidelines Rural Stroke Bronze award that is specifically for rural hospitals.

These national awards are presented to hospitals that report their performance metrics to the American Heart Association. Memorial Hospital’s commitment to using the most current evidence-based treatment guidelines through the Get with the Guidelines program has significantly contributed to improving patient care and outcomes in the community.

Memorial Hospital is recognized as an Emergent Stroke Ready Hospital by the Illinois Department of Public Health. This certification reflects the hospital’s commitment to enhancing patient outcomes through prompt intervention for stroke patients. To achieve this certification, Memorial Hospital meets rigorous standards, including a dedicated stroke-focused program, trained medical professionals specializing in stroke care and personalized care tailored to the needs of stroke patients.

As a certified Emergent Stroke Ready Hospital, Memorial Hospital is equipped and prepared to deliver care to stroke patients. Strokes demand immediate and specialized care, and having an Emergent Stroke Ready Hospital in the area provides medical support that can save lives and minimize the long-term impact of strokes. This certification also offers the community a sense of security and confidence, knowing the hospital is ready to respond effectively in times of crisis, leading to improved recovery rates and outcomes for stroke patients.