Description

This module provides a comprehensive overview of stroke, beginning with core pathophysiology and progressing through clinical evaluation, diagnostic strategies, and evidence-based management. Emphasis is placed on risk stratification, secondary prevention, and practical approaches to optimize patient outcomes across care settings.

Agenda:

• Understanding Stroke
• Clinical Presentation
• Diagnostic Testing
• Prognostic Factors
• Risk Factor Mitigation and Lifestyle Changes
• Pharmacological Therapies
• Patient Education and Support
• Summarizing the Content

Faculty:
Gregory Piazza, MD, MS
Associate Professor of Medicine
Harvard Medical School
Director of the Vascular Medicine Section
Mass General Brigham

David Z. Rose, MD
Professor, Vascular Neurology
University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine
Co-Director, Neuro-Cardiac Program
Tampa General Hospital 

Support for this project provided by Bayer and the BMS/Johnson & Johnson Alliance. Content developed independently by the Anticoagulation Forum.