What is a stroke? What are the warning signs of stroke? Learn about Stroke Support Groups.

Ten months after developing The Brain & Stroke Network to improve stroke care in San Antonio and South Texas, Baptist Health System has earned Primary Stroke Center Certification at each of its five hospitals, effective June 8.

Our Stroke Support Group is a community organization for stroke survivors and their family members as well as friends. It helps people learn more about stroke, and become inspired to move forward after experiencing a stroke. Meets every 1st Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. at Baptist Medical Center. For more information call (210) 297-8191.

A stroke occurs when one of your blood vessels clots or bursts, interrupting the flow of blood to your brain. Consequently, your brain cannot get the oxygen and nutrients it needs to function, and brain tissue starts dying within minutes.

Stroke Education Classes for patients and caregivers, are just a few of the services offered for patients recovering from stroke through the Brain and Stroke Network at Baptist Health System. Classes held weekly, Monday through Thursday at 3 p.m. at St. Luke's Baptist Hospital Rehabilitation Dining Room (3rd floor). For more information contact Gayla at (210) 297-5175.

Join the St. Luke’s Stroke Survivor Support Group. The group offers education, support and resources for individuals and families who have been affected by stroke. Every 3rd Thursday, 2pm, at St. Luke's Baptist Hospital. For more information call (210) 297-5175.

Suzanne DelBoccio, RN, MS, FACHE, has been recruited to lead The Brain and Stroke Network at Baptist Health System.

The Brain & Stroke Network at Baptist Health System operates in collaboration with the Department of Neurosurgery of The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and private neurologists, and will provide round-the-clock stroke care for patients across San Antonio and South Texas.