COMPREHENSIVE STROKE

Jupiter Medical Center is entering a new era in its ability to treat complex, neurological diseases and disorders. Between 2017 and 2018, the hospital took a bold step with the recruitment of a top-tier neurologist and neuroendovascular surgeon, and with the continued support of the community, we are poised to achieve unprecedented excellence in neurologic care through the creation of a full-fledged Neurosciences Institute.

HEADING OFF STROKE

When it comes to stroke, as neurologists put it, “Time is brain.” A journey of just 15 or 20 minutes to obtain care can be debilitating—or deadly. Since 2008, Jupiter Medical Center had been recognized by the Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center, but for more complex neurological situations, patients were forced to seek care at other area hospitals until now.

Thanks to a magnificent $5 million gift from an anonymous donor, we were able to fast-track the development and launch of our Comprehensive Stroke Center, which opened in January 2019. Our Comprehensive Stroke Center delivers 24/7 rapid, advanced stroke care for both ischemic (blockages) and hemorrhagic (bleeding) strokes, utilizing advanced facilities and technologies. The new, 3-D neurointerventional biplane angiography technology is used for precise diagnosis of neurological abnormalities and minimally invasive endovascular procedures that can immediately repair these conditions. This 3-D biplane technology also provides physicians with functional imaging, allowing advanced visualization and navigation around structures in the brain, providing better patient outcomes.

NEUROSCIENCES INSTITUTE

Our Comprehensive Stroke Center has laid the groundwork to allow us to architect a comprehensive Neurosciences Institute encompassing many other areas of neuroscience. The diagnosis and treatment of complex, neurological diseases requires the most advanced diagnostic equipment such as the 3T MRI, which is exceptionally beneficial for pathological conditions involving the brain and spine and will soon be available at Jupiter Medical Center.

The Neurosciences Institute will be a resource for patients with varied, chronic neurological conditions where they can receive care from neurologists, physical therapists, nutritionists and other health professionals in one multidisciplinary facility. Patients will also have access to advanced diagnostic technologies, as well as leading-edge therapies. Neurologic injuries and diseases are among the most complex conditions to treat. With the creation of a Neurosciences Institute, patients will receive around-the- clock care from team members with advanced critical care training.