The UF Health Shands Comprehensive Stroke Center is certified by The Joint Commission and the American Stroke Association/American Heart Association and is dedicated to providing life-saving stroke care. Every second counts.

Vascular Neurology is a clinical specialty of neurology. It focuses on the flow of blood in neural networks. The most common disease treated by this specialty is stroke.
Our vascular neurologists are experts in diagnosing and treating cerebrovascular diseases. They are board-certified, having gone through a vascular neurology fellowship. This type of training helps them to further concentrate in the neurological field.
Vascular neurologists:
Our vascular neurologists connect patients to our stroke rehabilitation specialists. They also make sure the patient’s primary care doctors are aware of the care plan and make suggestions for therapies or clinical trials that might help.
The UF Health Shands Comprehensive Stroke Center is certified by The Joint Commission and the American Stroke Association/American Heart Association and is dedicated to providing life-saving stroke care. Every second counts.
While our vascular neurologists are stroke experts, including care for ischemic stroke, hemorrhagic stroke, acute and chronic stroke, they also have expertise and specialized training to care for other cerebrovascular diseases including:
Whether you were a stroke patient or received care for another cerebrovascular disease at UF Health or not, it is crucial to establish medical care with a vascular neurologist for ongoing monitoring and recovery. These types of conditions often recur and working with a vascular neurologist can help lower that risk. Call us today at 352.294.5000 to set up an appointment.
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