Stroke
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A cerebrovascular accident occurs when the blood flow reaching the brain is interrupted or decreases suddenly, which prevents an area from receiving the oxygen it needs.
Why speed matters: Brain tissue is very sensitive to the lack of blood supply, so recognizing the signs and seeking care without delay is decisive.
Warning signs: Sudden weakness or numbness of the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body, difficulty speaking or understanding, vision problems, or a very intense and sudden headache.
Who treats it? In the emergency, the emergency physician intervenes, and the study and follow-up correspond to the neurologist and, in certain cases, the neurosurgeon. In the face of these symptoms, immediate care can make the difference.
Data on 855 doctors who treat stroke
Which specialist treats stroke?
A stroke is mainly treated by a neurologist, supported by a cardiologist when the cause is heart-related; in children, a pediatric neurologist is involved. If you experience sudden weakness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, or difficulty walking, seek emergency medical care immediately.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in stroke
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jorge Luis Denis Bravo
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Maritza Tena Medina
Dr. José Francisco Mendiola González
Dr. Daniel Aguirre Fernández
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Frequently asked questions
What is stroke?
A cerebrovascular accident occurs when the blood flow reaching the brain is interrupted or decreases suddenly, which prevents an area from receiving the oxygen it needs.
Which doctor treats stroke?
A stroke is mainly treated by a neurologist, supported by a cardiologist when the cause is heart-related; in children, a pediatric neurologist is involved. If you experience sudden weakness on one side of the body, difficulty speaking, or difficulty walking, seek emergency medical care immediately.