Ensures that individuals who are at high risk for stroke receive evidence-based care founded on best practices. * Provides an integrated, comprehensive, interdisciplinary approach to stroke prevention. The main objectives are to reduce delays and inefficiencies in risk factor management of high-risk stroke patients and to facilitate timely access to surgical interventions.
The team includes Stroke Neurologists, Stroke Prevention Nurse/Nurse Specialists, and Administrative Assistants. Investigations and laboratory procedures are available on site. Both pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions are provided to the high-risk individuals and stroke survivors.
At the clinic, the patient will meet with the Stroke Neurologist and the Stroke Prevention Nurse/Nurse Specialist to discuss their risk factors. Patients may receive treatment, have tests and be referred to a specialist. The care is based on the individual needs.
Waiting List
Yes
Eligibility
No restrictions
Application
Referral by an emergency room physician, family physician or another medical specialist * In order to ensure efficiency of the clinic visit, it is possible that some tests be completed prior to the initial visit. * Referral form available online.
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