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Can neurologists treat stroke patients?

My friend had a stroke. Can neurologists treat stroke patients?

1 Answer

Neurologists are the number one people to treat a stroke after they are already seen in the emergency room. When you suspect a stroke you must call 911 immediately and in the emergency room most of the time the emergency doctor will call the neurologist on call to help with management. Post stroke appropriate follow up with not only the PCP but also the neurologist is recommended To have optimal treatment of the cause for such stroke But also to prevent another