Why Choose Brain, Spine & Stroke (Neuroscience) Services at Riverside

The first hospital in Ohio accredited as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission, an honor reserved for hospitals that provide exceptional stroke care, Riverside Methodist treats more stroke patients than any other central Ohio hospital. Our nationally acclaimed Neuroscience Institute also offers a wide range of specialized treatments for all neurological disorders including epilepsy, spine and sleep. Because Riverside's neurology specialists are often some of the first in the nation to test the latest treatments available, our patients have access to technology and therapies unmatched by any other hospital in the state.  Innovative stroke treatments  Brain and spine virtual tour  eICU, 24/7 Intensive Care Monitoring  Stroke Alert System  Brain Aneurysm Coil  Our team of experts

Leaders in Innovative Stroke Treatment and Prevention

Stroke is the third most common cause of death in the United States and the number one cause of adult long-term disability. When a stroke strikes, the shorter the time between its onset and treatment can mean a significant difference in the patient's outcome.

When a stroke strikes, the symptoms aren't always obvious. Even if a patient does arrive in Riverside Methodist's Emergency Room hours into a stroke, our physicians are armed with revolutionary stroke treatments unavailable at any other hospital in the region. These treatments extend the time to treatment window, giving patients a much higher chance of surviving their stroke with minimal or no permanent damage. Our physicians are often the first in the world to research innovative stroke treatments through clinical trials. This means our patients have access to the latest stroke treatments and prevention techniques available.  Find out more about stroke and stroke prevention at www.getstrokesmart.com.

• MERCI Clot Retriever - a coil-like device that can reverse the course of a stroke instantly
• Penumbra - a suction that removes a clot and restores blood flow
• Tissue Plasminogen Activator (tPA) - an enzyme that breaks up or dissolves a clot 
• Wingspan Stent System - a preventive treatment for patients with plaque build-up that could lead to stroke

Watch the video about the MERCI Retriever (8MB)

Faster Time to Treatment: Riverside's Stroke Alert System

Once a stroke is diagnosed, the time to treatment is critical in preventing further neurological damage that could lead to a permanent disability or even death. Riverside's Stroke Alert System ensures the best care in the shortest amount of time.