Apollo Hospitals launches 360-degree stroke care Hospital Urges Public to Act Fast on Stroke, Call 1066
Hyderabad : Marking World Stroke Day on October 29, Apollo Hospitals has highlighted its comprehensive, AI-assisted stroke care programme, emphasising the importance of timely diagnosis, emergency intervention and coordinated treatment to improve patient outcomes.
On this occasion Dr.Suresh Girgani Consultant Neurointerventional Radiologist Apollo Hospitals said Apollo 360° Stroke Care programme integrates emergency assessment, advanced neuro-intensive care, rehabilitation and home-based follow-up to provide patients with a connected pathway to recovery.
Dr. Sudhir Kumar , Consultant Neurologist said the programme incorporates advanced neuro-ICU monitoring and MRI-integrated operating theatre capabilities, where applicable, to support specialised treatment. Following the acute phase, patients can access robotic rehabilitation, structured stroke rehabilitation programmes and continued physiotherapy support.
Dr. C Rajesh Reddy , Senior Consultant, Neurologist said Apollo Hospitals also emphasises continuity of care through connected-care wearables, home nursing support, remote monitoring, and speech, swallowing and occupational therapy. The hospital highlighted the importance of recognising stroke symptoms early and seeking immediate medical attention, as timely treatment can significantly influence recovery.
Dr. Sandeep Nayani, Consultant Neurologist insisted the emergency and intervention services include 5G-connected ambulances, rapid stroke assessment, clot-busting treatment through thrombolysis and mechanical thrombectomy for eligible patients, including selected cases up to 24 hours from symptom onset. The hospital also offers neuro-intervention facilities supported by a biplane catheterisation laboratory.
Following Consultant Neurologist at Apollo Hospitals Dr.Vemula Srikanth Dr. G.Ranjith Dr.Madhuri Khilari, Dr.Soumya Sharma, Dr. Deepika Sirineni , Dr.H. Rahul, Dr.Sandeep Gurram, Dr A. Venkat Reddy, Dr. G.Charvitha Reddy, Dr.A.Santosh Sri Ram, said “Stroke can affect not only physical abilities but also personality, emotions and behaviour. Early diagnosis, timely treatment, rehabilitation and family support are essential for recovery and improved quality of life,” said Apollo Hospitals’ consultant neurologists.
Dr. K Subba Reddy , Director Medical Services Apollo Hospitals has urged the public to treat stroke as a medical emergency and seek immediate assistance through its stroke emergency helpline, 1066.
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