Wisconsin Rapids Aspirus Recognized for Excellence in Stroke Care

WISCONSIN RAPIDS, Wis (WFHR, WIRI) – The Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids Hospital Emergency Department was recently honored with the prestigious Partners in Stroke Care Award at the Wisconsin Stroke Coalition Spring Meeting and Sixth Annual Performance Improvement Awards.

Presented by the American Heart Association, this award recognizes health care teams that demonstrate outstanding collaboration and adherence to research-based standards in the treatment of stroke patients. It highlights the critical importance of a multidisciplinary approach to improving patient outcomes.

The Wisconsin Rapids Emergency Department earned this recognition for its exceptional coordination with the Wisconsin Rapids Fire Department throughout 2024. Their joint efforts have enhanced the identification, transport, and immediate care of stroke patients, leading to faster treatment times and better overall outcomes.

“Receiving this award means that our community is working together to give our stroke patients the best possible care,” said Rochelle Anderson-Tesch, BSN, RN, Stroke Coordinator, Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids. “We are ready to provide the most up-to-date, research-based stroke care, and we want our community to know we’re here to help in their time of need.” “Our hospital staff and our local EMS partners are deeply committed to serving our community and the surrounding areas.”

Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids remains dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care and strengthening partnerships that improve the health and well-being of the communities they serve.

For more information about stroke care, or Aspirus Wisconsin Rapids, please visit aspirus.org.
 

About Aspirus: Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 18 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. Learn more at aspirus.org.