Why Abrazo?

• Certified Primary Stroke Center from the Phoenix Primary Stroke Center Initiative – Phoenix Coalition through the American Heart Association
•  Acute stroke teams and designated inpatient stroke units
• 24-hour interpretation of computerized CT scans
• Customized cardiac rehabilitation programs including neurology

Primary Stroke Center

Arrowhead Hospital received the designation of "Primary Stroke Center" from the Phoenix Primary Stroke Center Initiative - Phoenix Coalition through the American Heart Association. Stroke patients can receive accurate diagnosis and efficient care, which is crucial for time-sensitive treatment.

Proud to be JCAHO Accredited

Arrowhead Hospital is fully accredited by The Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). The Joint Commission has been accrediting hospitals for more than 50 years. Its accreditation is a nationwide seal of approval that indicates a hospital meets high performance standards.

Stroke Care Goal

The goal of the Primary Stroke Center Initiative is for 100 percent of patients to arrive at the hospital within two (2) hours after the initial stroke symptoms occur.