TOMAHAWK – Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital was recently recognized for its stroke care.
Aspirus this week announced that its Tomahawk location earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Acute Stroke Ready Certification.
The Joint Commission evaluates and accredits more than 24,000 healthcare organizations globally.
“Our mission is to enable and affirm the highest standards of healthcare quality and patient safety for all,” the Joint Commission’s website says. “Through continual engagement for continuous improvement, we provide innovative solutions and resources to build resilient healthcare organizations around the world.”
Aspirus explained that in order to earn the certification, the Tomahawk hospital underwent a rigorous on-site review in November.
“During the visit, a team of Joint Commission reviewers conducted observations and interviews and evaluated the hospital’s compliance with related certification standards, including program management, processes for delivering clinical care and performance improvement – standards that are developed in consultation with health care experts and providers, measurement experts and patients,” Aspirus stated.
Ken Grubbs, DNP, MBA, RN, Executive Vice President of Accreditation and Certification Operations and Chief Nursing Officer of the Joint Commission, congratulated Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital for “achieving accreditation by demonstrating its focus on delivering safe and effective care of the highest quality and value.”
“Through the accreditation process, we worked closely with Aspirus Tomahawk to enable and affirm the highest standards of healthcare quality and patient safety,” Grubbs said. “Together, we are elevating care for all patients, and we appreciate Aspirus Tomahawk’s collaboration throughout this process.”
Sarah Guzinski-Sherman, Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital Nursing Supervisor, said earning Acute Stroke Ready Certification “reflects our unwavering commitment to the health and safety of our community.”
“This achievement is the result of teamwork, continuous learning and a shared passion for delivering exceptional stroke care,” Guzinski-Sherman said. “We remain focused on advancing education, improving response times and ensuring every patient receives evidence-based treatment when it matters most."
Aspirus said the Tomahawk Hospital team “represents multiple hospital disciplines, whose efforts strive to provide extraordinary outcomes for each patient they treat, knowing that every stroke journey is unique.”
“Crucial to the Stroke Team’s readiness is their continuous education and knowledge of community risk factors leading to stroke, such as high cholesterol, hypertension, obesity and diabetes,” Aspirus stated. “The team uses this knowledge, along with clinical practice guidelines, to proactively collaborate with all Aspirus providers to offer patient education and resources.”
Donny Abraham, Chief Administrative Officer of Aspirus’s North Division, said achieving Acute Stroke Ready Certification is a “proud moment for Aspirus Health.”
“This milestone underscores our team’s relentless dedication to delivering timely, evidence-based stroke care,” Abraham said. “It’s not just about meeting standards – it’s about exceeding expectations and ensuring every patient receives the highest level of care when seconds matter. We remain committed to advancing stroke education and fostering a culture of excellence across our communities."
Aspirus also provided information on recognizing the signs of a stroke.
“Time is of the utmost importance,” Aspirus stated. “The faster a stroke can be treated, the better the outcome.”
Aspirus said it encourages the public to use “BE FAST” to recognize the signs of a stroke:
“If you or someone you know is experiencing signs of a stroke, immediately call 9-1-1 for emergency assistance,” Aspirus said.
Learn more about stroke care and Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital at www.aspirus.org.
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