Best Stroke Care, Best Hospital for Stroke | The Medical City

Cookies

This website uses cookies, which may include third party cookies, to improve your browsing experience and in order to allow you to set your individual preferences for present and future use of the site. To find out more, read our Privacy Policy. By clicking “I agree“, you agree to our use of cookies.

COVID-19 Online Screening Tool: Answer on your smartphones or computers within 24 hours prior to your visit to The Medical City.

Serenade of Healing: The Medical City's Compassionate Symphony in Stroke Care Excellence

By The Medical City (TMC), Ortigas | December 22, 2023

TMC's Institute of Neurological Sciences received a 5-star rating for Mechanical Thrombectomy from the Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology (SVIN)

In the delicate realm of healthcare, stroke emerges as an unexpected and pressing concern for many Filipinos. With nine out of a thousand people grappling with this medical emergency, it stands as a leading cause of disability and the second leading cause of death in the Philippines. In response to this urgent need, The Medical City has woven a tapestry of compassion, collaboration, and expertise to redefine stroke care, setting new standards in global healthcare delivery.

The recent accolade of a prestigious 5-star rating for Mechanical Thrombectomy by the Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology (SVIN) in their Mission Thrombectomy 2020+ campaign propels The Medical City into a new echelon of life-saving endeavors. Mechanical Thrombectomy, a minimally invasive emergency procedure, has now become the gold standard for addressing moderate to severe strokes, involving the extraction of blood clots to restore blood flow and mitigate brain damage. This groundbreaking 5-star rating not only signifies a pivotal achievement in stroke care but also mirrors The Medical City's unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and continual advancement in addressing the dynamic healthcare needs of its patients.


Time is of the Essence: A Symphony of Swift Response

In the orchestration of stroke care, The Medical City understands the profound impact of time. The symphony begins with the recognition of early stroke symptoms: the subtle drooping of a face, the poignant weakness on one side, the slurred speech that demands attention, the imbalance that shifts life's equilibrium, and the doubling of vision that signals a silent emergency. With a heart tuned to the urgency of the moment, The Medical City's team acts swiftly, understanding that time is a precious melody in the composition of stroke care.



Mechanical Thrombectomy: A Compassionate Revolution

The pulse of The Medical City's stroke care resonates with the revolutionary strides taken through the launch of its Endovascular Thrombectomy (EVT) program in September 2018. This transformative initiative underscores a dedication to broadening acute stroke interventions and reshaping the landscape of stroke care in the Philippines. In the subsequent three years, The Medical City witnessed a consistent uptick in the adoption of EVT, benefiting 31 patients from September 2018 to August 2021. Notably, the medical team achieved an admirable success rate of 92.3% in restoring blood flow for the majority of these individuals.


Team Spirit: The Soulful Harmony of Expertise

The compassionate ethos of The Medical City resonates in the harmonious collaboration of its multidisciplinary team. Operating as a symphony of care, the hospital boasts a 24/7 service encompassing patient assessment, triage, team activation, transport, and case preparation. The Brain Attack Team, composed of neurologists, neuro-interventionalists, neurosurgeons, and stroke nurses, embodies a collective commitment to delivering global standards of care. This model extends its healing touch to The Medical City's Clark, South Luzon, and Iloilo facilities, radiating compassion across diverse communities.

Dr. Erwin Jocson, Interventional Neuroradiologist, emphasizes the importance of choosing the right hospital for stroke care, stating, "the nearest hospital may not always be the right hospital." Every note played by The Medical City's Brain Attack Team, under his guidance, has orchestrated successful outcomes, turning potentially devastating strokes into stories of triumph.


Patient-Centric Care: A Symphony of Compassion

In the narrative of stroke care, Dr. Joann Soliven, Acute Stroke Unit Specialist at The Medical City, underscores the increasing frequency of stroke cases, even among the younger population. A compassionate call echoes through her words: "We must be more vigilant in promoting stroke awareness in the community." This call extends beyond awareness to a collaborative spirit, reaching other hospitals like Quirino Memorial Medical Center and Veterans Memorial Medical Center. Together, they form a network ensuring the swift transfer of stroke patients to specialized facilities, providing access to life-saving interventions regardless of financial means.


The Heartbeat of Dedication: Every Neurocritical Care Specialist Matters

In the heart of The Medical City's dedicated network, every neurocritical care specialist is a crucial note in the symphony of care. The Level 1 NeuroICU doesn't just represent a designation; it symbolizes a commitment to a complete and structured delivery of advanced modalities. From clot-buster medications to clot-retrieval procedures, emergent neurosurgical interventions, and robust neurocritical care, each note played is a melody of hope for stroke patients.

As The Medical City pioneers advanced stroke care in the Philippines, it does so with a dedicated heartbeat. The dedicated network, the collaborative spirit, and the commitment to delivering global standards of care resonate in every note played by the multidisciplinary team. Beyond medical excellence, The Medical City adds a cherry on top of the cake—excellent patient experience. In this symphony of dedication, patients are not just recipients of care; they are the heartbeats, the rhythms, and the stories of triumph that echo through the halls of The Medical City, defining a new era in stroke care and embodying the true essence of healing.

To know more about TMC's 5-star stroke care, visit tmcph.co/5StarStrokeCare.



Tags

Stroke Care

Share

facebook icon share twitter icon share linkedin icon share mail icon share icon