Bridgeport Hospital Certified As Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center

News release from Bridgeport Hospital:

BRIDGEPORT, CT — Bridgeport Hospital has been certified by the Joint Commission as a Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center (TSC).

Offered in collaboration with the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, achieving TSC Certification means a hospital meets rigorous standards for performing endovascular thrombectomy and providing post-procedural care. Recent studies have shown the efficacy of mechanical thrombectomy for large vessel occlusive ischemic strokes, according to the Joint Commission.

Bridgeport Hospital was recently evaluated by the Joint Commission on a set of standardized performance measures for inpatient stroke care.

“The certification process is a comprehensive evaluation that ensures compliance with rigorous standards and incorporates best practices in the industry,” said Anne Diamond, DBA, JD, president of Bridgeport Hospital. “By successfully completing this process, Bridgeport Hospital has demonstrated its dedication to delivering exceptional services and outcomes to our patients.”

The certification replaces Bridgeport Hospital’s previous designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Bridgeport Hospital Milford Campus is an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital.

“As soon as a stroke occurs, brain cells start to die, which is why it is so important to act fast,” said Jennifer Reynolds, MSN, SCRN, stroke program manager at Bridgeport Hospital. “The quicker it is treated, the higher chance for little or no permanent damage. Patients are now able to get this advanced stroke treatment faster and closer to home, which translates to higher chances of doing well and possibly reducing disability after stroke.”

The achievement highlights the exceptional stroke care throughout the Yale New Haven Health System. Greenwich Hospital and Lawrence + Memorial Hospital are both recognized as Advanced Primary Stroke Centers by the Joint Commission. Westerly Hospital was certified by the Joint Commission for its Acute Stroke Ready Hospital program. While Yale New Haven Hospital is certified as an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Joint Commission.