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AR SAVES Annual Stroke Conference 2018

Name: AR SAVES Annual Stroke Conference 2018
Start: 2018-05-22T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2018-05-24T17:00:00-05:00
Location: Hot Springs Convention Center

May 22, 2018 @ 8:00 am - May 24, 2018 @ 5:00 pm

AR SAVES (Stroke Assistance through Virtual Emergency Support)

Arkansas Stroke Assistance through Virtual Emergency Support (AR SAVES) presents an innovative solution to a complex, statewide problem.

AR SAVES began November 1^st, 2008 and has grown to 48 partnering sites throughout Arkansas. Vascular neurologists share the call to provide 24/7 consult coverage. Each of these partnering sites is equipped with telemedicine technology, training for personnel, support for a dedicated tele-stroke coordinator (nurse facilitator), and ongoing continuing education. Through AR SAVES, over 1000 patients have now been treated with alteplase.

This event will be held at the Hot Springs Convention Center May 22, 23, and 24, 2018. The Convention Center is located at 134 Convention Blvd., Hot Springs, AR 71901.

Details

Start:: May 22, 2018 @ 8:00 am
End:: May 24, 2018 @ 5:00 pm

Venue

: Hot Springs Convention Center
: 134 Convention Blvd
Hot Springs, AR 71901 United States

Organizer

: AR SAVES
: View Organizer Website

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