Primary Stroke Centre

Alberta Health Services - North Zone

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Description
Provides 24/7 access to advanced stroke care using CT and Telestroke technology via Emergency Departments

Primary Stroke Centre Emergency Departments are linked to Comprehensive Stroke Centres via TeleStroke for immediate consultation with a stroke neurologist. This specialist can view the patient and the CT images remotely. This allows real-time two-way assessment and management of stroke patients without having to be transported first.

Working with the Emergency Department doctor, the stroke neurologist can assess if the patient needs a clot-dissolving medicine to limit the effects of an acute stroke. They can also determine if the patient is a candidate for clot removal (Endovascular Thrombectomy - EVT) which is performed at the Comprehensive Stroke Centres.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) transport to the nearest Primary or Comprehensive Stroke Centre in rural regions to improve timely accessibility for advanced stroke treatment.

Emergency Department staff in Non-Primary Stroke Hospitals/Centres know the criteria for the immediate transfer of stroke patients to the nearest Primary or Comprehensive Stroke Centre.


Key Provider: doctors, nurses
Eligibility
Yes, Patients presenting with suspected acute stroke symptoms, stroke symptoms upon waking or high-risk TIA
Application Process
Service Access: Professional Referral Required, Patients who go to a Non-Primary Stroke Centre/Hospital in Central Zone with signs and symptoms of stroke are immediately assessed, and transferred to the nearest Primary or Comprehensive Stroke Centre. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) use bypass protocols to transport patients with stroke symptoms to the nearest Primary Stroke Centre or Comprehensive Stroke Centre.
Referral Process: N/A


Waiting Period: N/A,
Telephone
780-639-3322
Fees
Fee: N/A
Fee Reduction: N/A
Membership Fee: No


Accessibility
Wheelchair access: Yes -
Other disabled access: N/A -
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Last Verified On
October 10, 2024
Address
Facility is located off Highway 28, just past Highway 55 West.; 314 25 Street
Cold Lake, AB, T9M 1G6

This facility provides a range of healthcare services including a 24 / 7 emergency department.


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Hours of Operation
24/7
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