Stroke Council

Message from the Chair

The Stroke Council of the American Heart Association is dedicated to the advancement of stroke care, through scientific engagement, research and education. It is my honor to serve as Chair of the Stroke Council, comprising a multidisciplinary and diverse group of members striving towards improving acute stroke treatment, prevention and recovery, and its impacts more broadly on brain health.

Sepideh Amin-Hanjani, MD, FAANS, FACS, FAHA
Chair, Stroke Council

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Stroke Science News

The Stroke Council actively participates in the publication of scientific statements or guidelines that are important to our members. We've included those along with articles or research that cover topics of interest to our members below.

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CME Education

Acute Ischemic Stroke Simulation

Be immersed in a 3D environment where your will interact with a life-like virtual patient, complete with dynamic monitoring, dialogue, diagoistic testing, drugs, intervention options and performance debriefing.

Vascular Cognitive Impairment

This online course provides the most current and comprehensive scope of knowledge in the early assessment and management of vascular cognitive impairment. The presentations from experts in the field will challenge and expand on contemporary patient care across the age continuum.

Additional Stroke Resources

Stroke Advocacy & Legislation - You're the Cure grassroots are helping in the fight for public policies to improve the treatment of stroke.
American Stroke Association - Visit the American Stroke Association website to find out more about stroke and stroke prevention.
Stroke Minority - To take an active role to advocate minority issues related to the Council's involvement.
Get With The Guidelines-Stroke
Joint Membership with World Stroke Association (WSO)
ASA Patient Support Group Lesson Modules