title: Stroke centers and regional networks: A blueprint for improving outcomes.
abstract: There are two essential ways that patients with stroke get the best possible outcomes. They get to the right place at the right time, and the right place is organized to treat stroke based on the most current evidence. This article discusses the essential components of a stroke center, the key aspects of stroke care, and a model for organizing regional networks for stroke care in the state of Missouri.
authors.affiliation: University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine, USA. mrymer@saint-lukes.org
authors.forename: Marilyn M
authors.initials: MM
authors.lastname: Rymer
mesh_terms: D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D006266:Health Education; D006801:Humans; D007857:Leadership; D008923:Missouri / Q000453:epidemiology; D016730:Program Development; D011785:Quality Assurance, Health Care; D012041:Regional Medical Programs / Q000458:organization & administration*; D020521:Stroke / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000628:therapy*
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