Time to treatment is critical in responding to a stroke, so having quality stroke care close to home can save lives.
During 2025, Adena Health received several quality recognitions from the American Heart Association (AHA) for its commitment to providing evidence-based, high-performing critical care for stroke patients, including:
A Get With The Guidelines® — Stroke Gold Plus Achievement Award and Get With The Guidelines® — Stroke Rural Recognition Bronze Award for Adena Regional Medical Center.
A Get With The Guidelines® — Stroke Rural Recognition Bronze Award for Adena Greenfield Medical Center.
The honors reflect Adena’s consistent performance in adhering to AHA quality standards and its ongoing work to reduce rural health disparities.
Stroke care when seconds count
Rural residents face steep challenges when it comes to stroke. They are 30% more likely to die from stroke and often lack access to immediate care. That’s why timely treatment such as that offered at Adena is critical.
“During a stroke, there’s no time to stop and consider where to go — you need an emergency department fast,” says Roberta Henson, Adena primary stroke center program coordinator. “These recognitions reflect Adena’s consistent, lifesaving performance across patients’ entire stroke care journey.”
Adena Regional Medical Center has been a certified primary stroke center since 2014. Meanwhile, both Adena Greenfield Medical Center and Adena Pike Medical Center hold acute stroke ready certifications, stabilizing patients for rapid transfer when advanced care is needed.
What this means for patients:
Faster access, better outcomes: With stroke, every minute counts. Local access to care can reduce the risk of permanent disability and save lives.
Improved coordination: Adena’s internal EMS program ensures stabilized patients can be quickly transferred to Adena Regional Medical Center when necessary.
Support throughout recovery: Adena Greenfield Medical Center’s stroke-certified inpatient rehabilitation and Adena Pike Medical Center’s stroke-trained nursing staff ensure patients receive specialized care throughout their recovery journey.
Recognizing signs and acting fast
Know the signs of stroke and don’t delay care. Sudden symptoms may include trouble with balance, vision changes, numbness on one side of the face, extreme arm weakness, or slurred speech.
If you observe these symptoms, call 911 immediately or get the person to the nearest emergency department. Learn more at Adena.org/Stroke.