Fawcett Hospital earns American Heart Association stroke award

HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital’s comprehensive stroke team pictured with quality achievement award. -COURTESY PHOTO HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital has been recognized by the American Heart Association with the prestigious Get With The Guidelines–Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award, acknowledging the hospital s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment in accordance with nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. The Gold Plus award recognizes hospitals that consistently demonstrate excellence in quality improvement measures for stroke care, helping patients receive timely, evidence-based treatment that leads to improved outcomes and reduced disability. As Charlotte County’s only comprehensive stroke center serving the community, HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital provides the highest level of stroke care available, offering 24/7 access to specialized physicians, advanced neuroimaging, emergency interventions, neurosurgical expertise and comprehen