Stroke Center
When every second counts, you can count on us.
Minnesota’s first comprehensive Stroke Center
At Regions Hospital, our Stroke Center is Joint Commission certified. This means you get the highest level of care, no matter how severe your stroke injury is. Our Rapid Response Stroke Team is onsite 24/7 to quickly assess and treat your unique needs.
And our expertise doesn’t stop at immediate stroke care. Our onsite rehabilitation program has stroke-certified rehab specialists who will help you recover and regain your independence.
Our Stroke Center is located in St. Paul, Minnesota, and we treat patients living in the Twin Cities and beyond.
Regions Hospital’s stroke care exceeds national standards
Stroke care quality measures
American Heart Association/American Stroke Association/GWTG
Best blood flow achieved after a clot is removed from the brain artery using a minimally invasive procedure
CSTK8/The Joint Commission
More timely administration of clot buster
Target: Stroke Honor Roll
What you can expect for care at our stroke hospital
While a stroke is often unexpected, we’re here to care for you. Our coordinated team of neurologists, neurosurgeons, emergency doctors and other specialists work together. They’ll get you from diagnosis to stroke treatment as quickly as possible - giving you the best chance for a full recovery.
Stroke treatment may include medication, minimally invasive procedures or surgery. Once you’re stable, you’ll focus on recovery. This may include inpatient and/or outpatient therapy from our stroke-certified rehabilitation specialists. Occupational, physical, speech and aquatic therapies are just some of the ways we take a team-focused rehabilitation approach to helping you get well.
Stroke signs and prevention
Hear about the signs of stroke, risk factors and prevention tips from Regions Hospital neurologist Dr. Haake.
Teresa’s success story
When a headache turned into a severe stroke, Teresa went to Regions Hospital. Through quick action and great care, she’s back to living a normal life.
Meet your Stroke Center care team
You’ll be treated by a comprehensive care team of experts across many related areas. We’re connected by a common goal – to help you get back to your life as quickly as possible.
Support during and after recovery
Online Support Network
You’re not alone. Get answers to questions and connect with others who’ve had a stroke.
Stroke support group
Attend our free monthly meeting at the Rehabilitation Institute. It’s open to stroke survivors and their friends and loved ones.
Stroke Peer Visitor Program
Are you a stroke survivor? Offer your support and perspective to patients hospitalized by a stroke through our ShareGivers™ program.
Related specialties
Neurosurgery
Our neurosurgeons have advanced training and skills. If your stroke requires brain surgery, you’ll be in good hands.
Rehabilitation
Stroke-certified therapists and doctors focus on getting you back to living life.
Recognized as a leader in stroke care
It’s not just our patients who rate us highly. Healthgrades® recognized Regions Hospital as among the top in the nation for stroke care in 2018. Healthgrades is the leading online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. Here’s a closer look at all of the stroke care recognition from Healthgrades:
- Recipient of the Healthgrades 2018 Neurosciences Excellence Award
- Recipient of the Healthgrades 2018 Stroke Care Excellence Award
- Named Among the Top 10% in the Nation for Neurosciences in 2018
- Named Among the Top 10% in the Nation for Treatment of Stroke in 2018
- Five-Star Recipient for Treatment of Stroke for 8 Years in a Row (2011-2018)
Minnesota's first Comprehensive Stroke Center, certified by the Joint Commission. This means Regions Hospital offers the highest level of care for all stroke patients, from minor to the most severe.
Our Stroke Center has received many awards, including being named among the top five percent in the nation for treatment of stroke by Healthgrades.