USC Stroke Program

04/01/2025

Did you know there is a free app to help you manage life post-stroke?

The American Stroke Association has launched a new app, the Heart & Stroke Helper, to help stroke survivors better manage their health all in one place! The app includes features to help:

Track progress on lifestyle habits
Track health numbers
Manage your medications
Receive trusted information about stroke
Connect with others for inspiration

Check out the demo video here:

Welcome to the Heart & Stroke HelperTM app. This video will help you understand how to get started and navigate the app. Start today and learn how to better ...

03/05/2025

Check out this incredible story from Vivistim !!

"Doctors at Northwell Health offered John T. hope with Vivistim, an FDA-approved breakthrough technology for upper limb stroke recovery.
Vivistim Therapy enabled John to be able to pick up his grandson for the first time since his stroke. 💪

Explained by Dr. Ronit Gilad, chair of neurosurgery at Staten Island University Hospital and Northwell Health, Vivistim pairs vagus nerve stimulation with occupational therapy or physical therapy to enhance neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to relearn after a stroke."

Learn more about Vivistim and review safety information: https://qrcodes.pro/HV3OzU.

https://www.cbsnews.com/.../news/stroke-treatment-vivistim/

A breakthrough treatment is making a huge difference for stroke survivors, improving hand and arm function, and their quality of life.

03/04/2025

Stroke survivors: You don’t have to face recovery alone. Tracking health and wellness data reveals trends you and your doctor can use to improve recovery and prevent another stroke. Get the Heart & Stroke Helper wherever you download apps.

Source: American Stroke Association

01/29/2025

Meet Dr. May Kim-Tenser! Whether she is leading the neurosciences ICU or exploring cutting-edge treatments, she's committed to improving lives. Learn more about her story, link below.

https://www.keckmedicine.org/blog/meet-may-kim-tenser-md/

Source: Keck Medicine of USC

Dr. Kim-Tenser is a neurologist at Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in vascular neurology and neurocritical care. She is also medical director and

12/10/2024

10/02/2024

The USC Division of Neurocritical Care & Stroke and the USC Stroke Support Group will be participating in the 2024 Los Angeles Heart & Stroke Walk! This year’s walk will take place at the Pasadena Rose Bowl Stadium on Sunday, October 27th. We would love to see you there! For the 9th consecutive year, Keck Medicine of USC is sponsoring the walk and we will be there!

Our team is fundraising to meet our goal so please consider signing up and walking with us as a team (all abilities welcome) or donating through the link below. Every dollar raised is making a powerful impact in our community and saving lives!

http://www2.heart.org/goto/USC_Stroke

Check out our pictures from previous years. Hope to see you there!

08/06/2024

Life after stroke can bring about lots of change. Small adjustments in what you can do, and how you go about your day can make a difference. With time, new routines will become second nature.

The American Stroke Association offers a guide for patients and caregivers called: Life After Stroke - Our Path Forward. This guide is printable and can help you and your loved ones understand the effects of stroke and how to maximize rehabilitation and recover.

Printable Guide Here:https://www.stroke.org/-/media/Stroke-Files/life-after-stroke/Life-After-Stroke-Guide_7819.pdf

Source: www.stroke.org

The American Stroke Association is a relentless force for a healthier world with fewer strokes.

06/26/2024

The Division of NCC & Stroke team provided stroke education at the 27th Annual Proyecto Pastoral Women’s Conference at Dolores Mission. The Women’s Conference brought together 300 women from Boyle Heights and surrounding eastside cities for a day dedicated to health, wellness, and personal empowerment!

https://www.proyectopastoral.org/womens-conference-2024

06/17/2024

✌Day of SCupport- USC's largest day of giving- is today. Make your gift to the USC Stroke & Neurocritical Care program and help us bring better health to our community!
https://give.communityfunded.com/o/keck-medicine-of-usc/i/fy23-dos/s/usc-stroke-neurocritical-care-support-fund

06/17/2024

06/17/2024

When a stroke hits, every second counts. Learn the signs of a stroke and call 911 right away. If you speak Spanish or know someone who does, learn and share R.Á.P.I.D.O.

R. Rostro caído
Á. Alteración del equilibrio
P. Pérdida de fuerza en el brazo
I. Impedimento visual repentino
D. Dificultad para hablar
O. Obtén ayuda, llama al 911

Source: American Stroke Association

05/30/2024

Nearly 1 in 4 stroke survivors will have another stroke. Be a bold advocate for yourself by talking to your doctor about managing your risk factors to help prevent another stroke.

Learn more at http://spr.ly/6181w16bh

Source: AMERICAN STROKE ASSOCIATION