About Second Opinion Stroke Clinic at the Alexian Brothers Neurosciences Institute

Even the best doctors need to consult with specialists on complex cases. The Alexian Second Opinion Stroke Clinic, led by Dr. Phil Gorelick, Medical Director Alexian Brothers Hospital Network Stroke Center, provides physicians with an opportunity to obtain additional expertise and assessment for complicated stroke-related conditions. After the assessment is completed, the patient is referred back to their physician for management of the condition.

This service, provided by clinicians specializing in stroke medicine, helps discern the best intervention for the patient and connects them with supportive resources in the community to improve quality of life.

Visits to Second Opinion Stroke Clinic

During a typical visit, patients interact with physicians who are specialists in stroke treatment and are assessed by using state-of-the-art stroke imaging technology at Alexian Brothers Medical Center. When necessary, a neuroradiology conference follows the stroke assessment where stroke experts in neurology and interventional neuroradiology discuss the treatment options for patients with complex strokes. Recommendations for medical or surgical treatment are then made on a case-by-case basis.