McPherson Hospital working with WesleyCare for neurology
WesleyCare Virtual Network (WCVN) is now providing telemedicine stroke-neurology and acute-neurology services to McPherson Hospital.
“Every second counts in minimizing the damage a stroke can cause to the brain — quick assessment and personalized care are key,” says Dr. Chris Fanale, who developed the H1VN Tele-Stroke Program. “Having this state-of-the-art telemedicine program puts the stroke specialist instantly in the room with a patient and ER physician. As a stroke neurologist, I can have a conversation with the patient and family, examine the patient’s ability to move and speak, and even zoom in to assess pupil reactivity. We can talk to EMS and ER staff and assess monitors and vital signs immediately. There is no other system in the region that is currently offering this level of care to stroke victims.”