Heroes of Healthcare: Vandalia Health Mon Health Preston Primary Care-Fellowsville
During a recent patient visit in the Mon Health Preston Primary Care-Fellowsville, staff quickly identified new-onset arm numbness and immediately recognized the potential for acute stroke.
They obtained vital signs, escalated care without delay and clearly communicated their concerns. They carried out critical roles efficiently, initiating EMS activation and obtaining blood glucose, while supporting ongoing evaluation.
As the patient’s condition deteriorated, their early recognition and decisive actions enabled rapid EMS response and timely activation of HealthNet, resulting in expedited transport to a stroke center capable of advanced intervention.
This situation reflects outstanding prehospital coordination and excellence in patient care that was handled in a way that maximized the individual's chance of survival and recovery.