Health Stroke

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States. UVA’s support services help you avoid becoming part of that statistic.

Stroke Hot Line

434.924.DOCS

This health information hotline puts you in contact with a health care professional knowledgeable about stroke symptoms, stroke treatment and resources. We send educational information to you through the support of the American Heart Association of Charlottesville-Albemarle.

Stroke Prevention Program

434.924.9977 or 434.982.6952

We can help you:

• Assess your stroke risk
• Learn how to recognize symptoms
• Make changes to lower your risk of stroke.

Specialized Clinics

You can also talk to your doctor about participating in these programs at UVA:

• Neurovascular Laboratory: Evaluation of carotid artery disease
• Comprehensive Stroke Clinic: Preventative care of stroke
• Interventional Neuroradiology Clinic: Analysis of advanced cerebrovascular disease and the possibility of interventional therapy.

Related Links

• American Stroke Association

We also offer support resources for stroke patients.