A network for improving stroke care and research
Wake Forest StrokeNet
This study is looking for people who have had a stroke to join a group that will help test new treatments, with the hope of finding better ways to care for stroke patients like you.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10993665 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing stroke care through a collaborative network that includes multiple clinical sites. It aims to enroll diverse participants, particularly those affected by acute strokes, to evaluate various treatment trials. The approach emphasizes rapid enrollment and retention of participants, ensuring that a wide range of demographics is represented. Patients may have the opportunity to participate in clinical trials that could lead to better treatment options for stroke.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 21 and older who have experienced an acute stroke or are at risk for cerebrovascular accidents.
Not a fit: Patients who have not experienced a stroke or are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment protocols and outcomes for stroke patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in stroke care networks has shown success in improving patient outcomes and treatment efficiency.
Where this research is happening
Winston-Salem, United States
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bushnell, Cheryl D — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Bushnell, Cheryl D
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.