The Stroke Center
Patients with suspected stroke symptoms need to be evaluated immediately. The signs of stroke can be sudden and the effects can be lasting. The Nebraska Medical Center Stroke Center is accredited and recognized in the state for quality stroke care and continuing education. At the medical center doctors, nurses and medical technicians are dedicated to continuing stroke education in their specialties. As a result, patients may have fewer complications while at the hospital and be able to leave the hospital sooner.
Awards and Accreditations
- Gold Seal of Approval from the Joint Commission
- the first nationally certified stroke center in the state of Nebraska
- The American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Performance Achievement - Gold Plus award
Make an Appointment
Anyone showing any sign of stroke should be taken to The Nebraska Medical Center Emergency Department immediately. To make an appointment with a stroke specialist, please call 800-922-0000. For clinic hours and locations please visit the Find a Physician link.
UNMC Physicians
- Pierre Fayad, MD
- Harris A. Frankel, MD
- Daniel L. Surdell, MD
- William E. Thorell, MD
Private Practice Physicians
- John F. Aita
Goldner, Cooper, Cotton, Sundell, Franco and Diesing
- Ronald A. Cooper, MD
- Joel T. Cotton, MD
- T. Scott Diesing, MD
- David A. Franco, MD
- John Goldner, MD
- Robert Sundell, MD
Neurology Consultants of Nebraska
- Scott H. Goodman
- Pamela M. Santamaria
Make an Appointment
Call: 800.922.0000
