Be FAST, Recognize the signs of Stroke

Comprehensive Stroke Program

At Orlando Health Neuroscience Institute, our multidisciplinary team understands that treating stroke, carotid stenosis and other cerebrovascular disorders demands rapid medical attention to prevent permanent damage or death. That’s why we have the most advanced diagnostic, treatment, surgical and management options available. Our Comprehensive Stroke Center is located at Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center, the Central Florida's first Level 1 Trauma Center. The nationally recognized center is designated to treat the most critical and complex strokes.

A significant element of our treatment is helping patients navigate life after a stroke. We will work with you to build a seamless care plan tailored to your unique needs. Our team of physical, occupational and speech therapists will help you enjoy the life you want to live.

Know the Signs of a Stroke

Recognizing the signs and symptoms of a stroke can be the difference between life and death. BE FAST and Call 911.

Balance

Loss of Balance, Dizziness

Eyes

Vision Changes

Face

Facial drooping, Severe headache

Arm

Weakness, Numbness

Speech

Trouble speaking, Confusion

Time

Time to call 911

Request an Appointment

If you or a loved one has recently been hospitalized or diagnosed with stroke or TIA, please call us to schedule an appointment.

Call (321) 841-2800

Begin Your Health Journey

Learn more about our Comprehensive Stroke Program, the Conditions and Treatments and more.

Meet the Team

Our multidisciplinary team includes neurosurgeons and support specialists trained in diagnosing, treating and managing strokes and carotid stenosis. Our team also includes physical, occupational and speech therapists to assist with recovery and rehabilitation.

Our Team

Diagnosis & Treatment

Making treatment decisions can be overwhelming. Our promise is to work with you to find the best treatment plan for you or your loved one.

Conditions & Treatments

Stroke Centers and Resources

Orlando Health strives to be among the most responsive Health Networks in the country.

2025 Metrics
Measure	OHORMC Median Time	National Goals	Difference
Time to stroke team arrival in the ED	Median Time: 8 min	15 minutes or less	7 Minutes Faster
Fastest Time to clot busting medication	Time: 24 min	60 minutes or less	36 Minutes Faster
ED arrival to treatment with clot busting medication	Median time: 41 min	60 minutes or less	19 Minutes Faster
Percentage of patients treated with clot busting medication within 45 min or less	Percentage: 77%	75% of patients treated within 45 minutes	2% More
Fastest time to intra-arterial access for clot removal (door to puncture)	Time: 47 min	75 minutes or less	28 Minutes Faster
Time to start of stroke procedure (intra-arterial groin access)	Median Time: 87 mins	ASA/GWTG Goal less than 90 minutes	3 Minutes Faster