The Acute Stroke Ready Center at Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital
The Acute Stroke Programme at Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital delivers comprehensive, multidisciplinary stroke care designed to provide rapid diagnosis, immediate intervention and advanced treatment for patients presenting with acute stroke symptoms.
Our dedicated programme combines emergency medicine, neurology, neurosurgery, advanced imaging, intensive care and rehabilitation services to ensure patients receive timely, evidence-based and patient-centered care at every stage of their recovery journey.
The programme is supported by a highly specialised 24/7 Acute Stroke Team (AST) and follows internationally recognised evidence-based protocols aligned with the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Stroke Association (ASA) standards.
Comprehensive 24/7 Stroke Care
The Acute Stroke Programme provides around-the-clock access to critical stroke services, including:
- 24/7 Emergency Department with specially trained physicians and nursing staff
- 24/7 Acute Stroke Team (AST) for rapid stroke response
- Advanced diagnostic imaging including CT and MRI
- Evidence-based stroke management protocols
- Telehealth integration between physicians when required
- Intensive monitoring and critical care support
- Personalised rehabilitation and recovery planning
A Multidisciplinary Acute Stroke Programme
The Stroke Program at Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital is governed by the Inter-Professional Committee, ensuring the consistent delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-based and patient-centred care.
The committee also supports:
- Continuous quality improvement
- Innovation in stroke care
- Clinical research initiatives
- Best practice implementation
- Ongoing staff education and training
The Acute Stroke Patient Journey
The Acute Stroke Programme is designed to support patients throughout every stage of care, from the moment they arrive at the Emergency Department through diagnosis, treatment, recovery and rehabilitation.
The patient journey includes:
- Rapid triage and stroke assessment
- Immediate neurological evaluation
- Advanced imaging and diagnostic confirmation
- Emergency stroke treatment and intervention
- Intensive monitoring and inpatient care
- Transfer or discharge planning
- Rehabilitation services when indicated
- Patient and family education
Stroke Care Services Available
Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital offers comprehensive stroke-related services, including:
- 24/7 Emergency Department
- 24/7 Radiology Services (CT and MRI)
- Neurology Services
- Neurosurgery Services
- Pharmacy Services
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- High Dependency Unit (HDU)
- Rehabilitation Services
- Laboratory Services
Dedicated Acute Stroke Team (AST)
Our 24/7 Acute Stroke Team consists of highly trained healthcare professionals committed to delivering rapid and coordinated stroke care.
The team includes:
- Emergency Department Team Leaders
- Emergency Physicians and Nurses
- Neurologists
- Radiologists
- Radiology Technologists
- Intensive Care Physicians and Nurses
- Pharmacists
- Patient Educators
Why Choose Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital for Stroke Care?
At Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital, we understand that every minute matters in stroke treatment. Our integrated Acute Stroke Programme combines rapid response, advanced technology, specialised expertise and coordinated multidisciplinary care to improve patient outcomes and support recovery.
By delivering timely diagnosis and evidence-based treatment pathways, we aim to reduce complications, minimise long-term disability and provide the highest standard of in Abu Dhabi.
