Patient guide to VGH Stroke Program
Welcome to the stroke online patient guide. We want to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.
This guide is for stroke patients and for their families and caregivers.
This guide is designed to help you understand each step of your stroke journey and life after stroke.
Click on the sections below to navigate through the patient’s journey through stroke. Remember that depending on your type of stroke and treatment, not all the content may apply to you.
If you have questions not answered in this guide, please direct them to your doctor, nurse or any member of your health-care team.
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Your brain and how it works
The brain is the organ that processes information, controls bodily functions, a…
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What is a stroke, symptoms of a stroke and how is it treated?
A stroke is medical emergency. Stroke occurs when the blood flow to a part of t…
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Managing risk factors for stroke
There are certain risk factors for stroke that cannot be changed such as age, s…
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Tests and medications after a stroke
Learn about different tests and medications you may have after a stroke.
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Meet your stroke care team
While in hospital, many individuals work together as a team to help the patient…
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Learn about rehabilitation post stroke
Recovering from a stroke takes time, but rehabilitation can help you regain str…
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Leaving the hospital after a stroke
Evidence suggests that returning home as soon as safely possible and continuing…
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Returning to your home health authority after a stroke
The Vancouver Stroke Program (VSP) based out of Vancouver General Hospital serv…
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Life after stroke
Life after a stroke can be a challenging but also transformative journey. The i…
Hospital amenities and services
We want to make sure your time with us is as easy and worry-free as possible. If you or your loved ones are in the hospital for a stroke, we have different services available to help you along the way. These can include language interpretation, help with health information and navigation, support from Indigenous Patient Navigators, and care from spiritual and cultural advisors from different faiths.
Making decisions about your health care
Making health care decisions can feel overwhelming at times. Learn more about how you can choose the care that is right for you and your loved one.
Parking, accommodation and services near VGH
Looking for information on how to get to Vancouver General Hospital? Check out our location page for all the details on parking, transit options, nearby accommodations, and services.
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