John C. Lincoln North Mountain:
An Accredited Primary Stroke Center
John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital
250 E. Dunlap Ave.
Phoenix, Arizona 85020
(602) 943-2381
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Signs of Stroke:
Think F.A.S.T.
F - Face: Does it droop on one side?
A - Arms: Are they equally strong?
S – Speech: Is it slurred or garbled?
T – Time: When stroke strikes, call 9-1-1 immediately!
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Stroke is the third most common cause of death in the United States and a leading cause of disability, affecting 700,000 Americans each year. Tragically, stroke symptoms often go unrecognized, causing irreversible damage to the brain.
Offering a higher standard of stroke treatment and education, John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital has sought and received accreditation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO).
This accreditation demonstrates North Mountain Hospital’s commitment to excellence in providing care that can significantly improve outcomes for stroke patients.
About Stroke: What You Should Know
John C. Lincoln wants you—and your loved ones—to know the risk factors and classic symptoms of stroke. When you suspect a stroke, think "F.A.S.T." and call 9-1-1 immediately.
Warning Signs of Stroke: Protect yourself and your loved ones by knowing the symptoms of stroke.
Stroke Risk Factors and Prevention: Learn about the two types of stroke, major risk factors for stroke and preventive programs offered by our Primary Stroke Center.
Think of stroke as a "brain attack"—a true emergency, like a heart attack. By blocking or rupturing a blood vessel in the brain, stroke interrupts the oxygen supply, killing nearly 2 million brain cells each minute. Rapid medical treatment—started within three hours after the onset of symptoms—can make the difference between a lifetime of disability and full recovery.
Stroke Treatment and Educational Resources
Stroke Treatment: If stroke symptoms are observed by our emergency team, patients are evaluated by a physical check, consultation with a neurologist, CT scans and blood tests.
Health & Wellness: See the Health & Wellness section of this site for hundreds of articles, health tips and interactive tools related to stroke.