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Stroke

Stroke Services

When a stroke - also called a brain attack - happens, the brain loses its supply of oxygen-rich blood, leading to rapid damage to brain cells. Stroke is a major cause of death and disability, but timely treatment can save lives and prevent lasting damage. Riverside’s stroke care team offers expert support at every stage - from prevention to advanced treatment and rehabilitation. Discover how we can help you or a loved one achieve the best possible recovery.
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Understanding & Diagnosing Stroke

Our expert team is here 24/7, ready to provide rapid, leading-edge care when every second counts.
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Treating Stroke

With the only neuro-interventional lab on the Virginia Peninsula, Riverside offers the most advanced techniques in stroke care.
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Rehabilitation After a Stroke

Rehabilitative therapies are key to recovering strength and functionality after a stroke. Riverside offers physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy in the hospital, rehabilitation facilities, and the rehabilitation hospital.
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Why Riverside for Stroke

There is a Riverside Primary or Comprehensive Stroke Center near you where our stroke team is always ready to provide advanced care during a stroke.
If you think you or someone you know is having a stroke CALL 911 immediately!

How can we help you?

Explore stroke resources tailored to your needs. Select from the categories below to access comprehensive information on stroke prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and more.
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Explore Understanding & Diagnosing Strokes

Based on your selection, we suggest you explore our resources explaining the different types of strokes.

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Based on your selection, we suggest you explore our resources explaining how strokes are diagnosed.

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Based on your selection, we suggest you explore our stroke prevention resources.

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Based on your selection, we suggest you explore our stroke treatment resources.

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Based on your selection, we suggest you explore our stroke rehabilitation resources.

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Stroke Resources

Stroke Prevention

Did you know it is estimated that 80% of strokes are preventable? Learn how to reduce your risk and prevent stroke.

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Seniors Walking at the Park Stroke Prevention

Did you know it is estimated that 80% of strokes are preventable? Learn how to reduce your risk and prevent stroke.

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We are proud of our Stroke Smart community and want to help others become Stroke Smart too. Explore resources to help those in your family, office, church or club learn more about how to recognize a stroke and call 911 immediately.

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The best way to avoid stroke and heart disease is to focus on cardiovascular health and wellness. Learn about the basics of heart health, get access to healthy recipes and more.

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Be a Community Brain Saver

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Why Choose Riverside

From quality recognitions to having the only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center on the Virginia Peninsula, learn more about how Riverside’s stroke services are here for you and your loved ones.

Riverside Stroke Team

Caring for stroke patients takes a large group of experts. Meet some of Riverside’s Stroke Team.

Patient Stories

Charles' Story

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A person in a black polo speaks animatedly indoors by large windows with a view of a garden. Bright daylight creates a focused and positive ambiance. Charles' Story

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Christina's Story

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Healthy YOU Resources for Stroke Prevention

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How can I reduce my risk of having a stroke?

April 27, 2022

A stroke occurs when the brain loses its blood supply due to a blockage or a bleed. Without access...

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Brain and Spine

6 reasons women have a higher risk of stroke than men

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Brain and Spine

Why a TIA or “ministroke” is a big deal

April 28, 2022
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Heart and Vascular Primary Care

AFib and Stroke: Know the Risk & How to Prevent It

November 18, 2021
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Neurology Podcast Episodes

Healthy YOU Podcast: Stroke - Prevention, Signs and Symptoms

May 03, 2023
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Stroke - Prevention, Signs, and Symptoms