St. Luke’s Health-Sugar Land Hospital receives Primary Stroke Center designation

St. Luke’s Health-Sugar Land Hospital has earned a designation as a primary stroke center, which affirms the hospital's readiness to treat stroke-related illnesses.

What it means

The designation—awarded by DNV, a global independent certification, assurance and risk management provider—assures that the hospital addresses the full spectrum of stroke care, including diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and education resources, hospital officials announced in a Jan. 15 news release.

Strokes are a leading cause of death, killing nearly 130,000 people per year, according to the American Stroke Association.

In their own words

Interim Hospital President Freemon Walker said the certification "powerfully affirms" the hospital's commitment to community stroke care.

"It validates our comprehensive approach, combining cutting-edge equipment, highly trained staff, and efficient processes to rapidly assess, treat and manage strokes effectively," he said in the release. "This achievement reflects the tireless dedication of our team to ensure the best possible outcomes and safety for our patients."