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Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha

As a certified Primary Stroke Center, Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha ensures that stroke patients receive medical attention within 15 minutes of arrival, 24-hours a day, seven days a week.

An experienced stroke team of health experts at Aurora Medical Center developed a comprehensive system for providing rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke. Rapid response is critical during a stroke. Learn to recognize the warning signs. Understanding the risk factors of stroke is also important. Having a stroke is a life-changing event for both stroke survivors and their caregivers.

If you suspect someone may be having a stroke, the National Stroke Association recommends you act "F.A.S.T." The term refers to:

  • Face – Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?
  • Arms – Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
  • Speech – Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence (e.g. "It's sunny today."). Are the words slurred? Can the person repeat the sentence correctly?
  • Time – If the person shows any symptoms, time is important. Call 9-1-1 immediately.

Our stroke team

  • Medical director/ emergency department physician: Dr. David Farkas
  • Stroke coordinator registered nurse: Deb Kastenholz
  • Clinical coordinator: Sheila Neiner

Stroke support group

The Stroke Support Group provides emotional support through opportunities to interact with others who have experienced stroke. Informational programs will also be provided on topics related to stroke/brain attack. This group welcomes both individuals newly diagnosed and those with a history of stroke. Family, friends and caregivers are also encouraged to join.

Meetings are held the 4th Monday of every month, from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha
10400 75th St.
Kenosha, WI 53142
Second floor Family Lounge Area

For more information call Becky Spellman (800) 499-5736 for Community Outreach or Deb Kastenholz at (262) 948-5796.

 
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