Lakeland Regional Health: Top Stroke Care Honor Roll Elite Plus

Lakeland Regional Health achieved Target: Stroke Honor Roll – Elite Plus status from the American Stroke Association, the highest recognition for its Advanced Primary Stroke Center. This designation makes the hospital the sole institution in the region to attain this elite level within the association's Target: Stroke program.

The achievement recognizes Lakeland Regional Health's commitment to providing exceptional stroke care in Polk County. The Target: Stroke Honor Roll program acknowledges hospitals that implement high-quality stroke care systems and ensure patients receive timely, effective treatment according to research-based guidelines.

The Elite Plus designation signifies that Lakeland Regional Health met rigorous performance standards for stroke treatment. This includes rapid assessment, diagnosis and treatment of stroke patients, and timely administration of clot-busting medications and interventions to restore blood flow to the brain.

This recognition highlights the dedication and expertise of Lakeland Regional Health's medical teams. Residents can be assured their community hospital is among the nation's leading facilities for managing stroke emergencies.