About the Michigan Stroke Network

The Michigan Stroke Network, founded by Trinity Health, is a collaborative network of hospitals working together to deliver the most comprehensive stroke care in Michigan. By using telemedicine, the latest in communication technology, physicians at participating hospitals will have access to some of the finest neuroendovascular specialists in the nation. This way, stroke patients can get quality medical care when they need it.

A stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked or bursts. The result can be as serious as brain damage or death. Prompt treatment is essential to protect brain cells. Member hospitals within the Michigan Stroke Network have 24-hour a day access to highly specialized neuroendovascular technology that can mean the difference between life and death for many stroke victims. Member hospitals also receive around-the-clock access to neuroendovascular specialists, access to rapid transport (helicopter or ambulance) and cutting-edge technology that will allow them to consult with leading neuroendovascular specialists across the state of Michigan.

Through the use of telemedicine, physicians in the network can receive consultation over the Internet. Using bedside videoconferencing, telemedicine medical teams in hospital emergency centers can consult with neuro-specialists in distant cities. This consultative approach improves access to specialty care and reduces the need for exhausting travel and unnecessary patient transports.