Stroke Care

At Lutheran Hospital, we are proud to be certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, certified by the DNV. This certification is the highest level attainable and demonstrates our expertise in treating the more complex strokes. Our stroke center combines cutting-edge technology with highly trained teams to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. We care for over 700 stroke patients each year and have been recognized with the highest award possible from the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines^® — Stroke program. This recognition highlights our commitment to delivering exceptional stroke care.

• 24/7 emergency stroke care
• Advanced stroke treatments, including minimally invasive endovascular procedures
• A dedicated neurocritical care unit
• A dedicated inpatient stroke unit
• Rehabilitation staff specializing in stroke care
• Outpatient care by neurologists and neurosurgeons
• Tele-stroke services to provide expert care to communities across Colorado

Our compliance rates meet or exceed national standards

• Our compliance rates are at or above the national safety standard and meet or exceed the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's "Get with the Guidelines" performance targets.
• Compliance with the American Heart Association's "Get with the Guidelines" performance measures at or above 85%, which is better than the national benchmark.
• Our treatment times are above the benchmark, ensuring best patient outcomes.