Stroke Services at Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital
Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital offers high-quality stroke services to ensure the best possible care for individuals suffering from a stroke in the Santa Ynez Valley.
Certified Stroke Ready Facility
Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital is certified as a “Stroke Ready” facility by The Joint Commission and Santa Barbara County Emergency Medical Services. This official designation allows paramedics to deliver North County patients who are at risk of stroke directly to Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital, where they can begin receiving treatment immediately.
As a certified “Stroke Ready” facility, Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital is equipped with:
- Medication to help reverse stroke symptoms
- Specialized equipment to diagnose a stroke right away including a new state-of-the-art CT Scanner and a telemedicine robot
- Specially-trained staff including:
- 24/7 neurologist to provide rapid, effective treatment
- Board-certified emergency medicine physicians with Level 1 Trauma Center training
Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Rural Bronze Recognition
Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital is a recipient of the Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Rural Bronze recognition, which recognizes the hospital’s commitment to staying at the forefront of stroke care by adhering to the latest guidelines and providing the best possible care to all patients, regardless of their location.
Signs Someone May Be Having a Stroke
When it comes to recognizing stroke symptoms and saving a life, every second matters. Know the signs. B-E F-A-S-T (Balance, Eyes, Face, Arm, Speech, Time).
Balance
Loss of balance or dizziness
Eyes
Vision loss or changes
Face
Facial Drooping
Arms
Weakness in one or both arms
Speech
Slurred or jumbled
Time
To call 9-1-1
The Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital team is prepared to deliver immediate and comprehensive care for stroke patients. Your health and well-being are our top priorities.
If you or a loved one are in a life-threatening emergency or suspect you are having a stroke or heart attack, call 911 immediately.
