DeKalb Regional Medical Center Partners with Erlanger to Receive Stroke Care Through Telemedicine Technology

CHATTANOOGA, TENN. – Residents in the Fort Payne region can now receive exceptional neurology and stroke diagnosis closer to home through a new telemedicine partnership between DeKalb Regional Medical Center and Erlanger. This new partnership improves access to specialty trained stroke neurologists at Erlanger to consult and diagnose stroke patients, reducing the time for lifesaving …

Erlanger Baroness recognized as Gold Plus by American Heart Association and American Stroke Association for Stroke program

Chattanooga, Tenn. – Erlanger Baroness Hospital is recognized by the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association’s “Get with the Guidelines” program as a Gold Plus organization for the sixth year in a row as well as the second consecutive year to be recognized with “Honor Roll Elite Plus, Advanced Therapy and Target: Type …

Erlanger specialists investigate use of stem cells to improve patient recovery after stroke

A new clinical research study at Erlanger Neuroscience Institute is helping neurology specialists determine if stem cells can improve recovery in patients with chronic disability as a result of an ischemic stroke. According to Erlanger specialists, post-stroke disability is a major public health issue, with nearly one-half of all stroke survivors left with permanent disabilities …

The Joint Commission awards Erlanger Health System four new certifications; Erlanger East Hospital recognized for ensuring stroke patients receive most appropriate treatment

The Joint Commission recently awarded Erlanger Health System four Disease Specific Care Certifications to Erlanger East Hospital and Erlanger Baroness Hospital. Erlanger East Hospital received the Acute Stroke Ready Certification.  This certification recognizes hospitals that meet standards to support better outcomes for stroke care. Erlanger Baroness Hospital received the Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) Certification.  Hospitals …

Erlanger stroke program gains international recognition in Wall Street Journal

Breakthrough innovations in stroke treatment at the Chattanooga-based Erlanger Health System received international recognition in Tuesday’s issue of the Wall Street Journal.  The business-focused newspaper published two articles May 14 showcasing the latest technologies in treating stroke which were developed at Erlanger.  The lead article, titled “New Technology Promises to Speed Clinical Treatment for Stroke,” …