On the road to creating a stroke pathway for this overburdened hospital, there were setbacks, stumbling blocks, tragedy and tears. Success, says Dr Dr Shahid Ahmed, came as the result of angels walking beside him.
Peru
Standing In The Gap
Where there’s a gap between what is and what ought to be, some people look for a leader. Some look away, and a small but significant number stand in the gap, actively and resolutely driving change. To demonstrate what this means, we introduce Dr Miguel Vences.
Brazil
“My mother is having a stroke, start the stroke protocol!”
Who should attend stroke workshops in hospitals? This story about a life saved in Campinas in Brazil suggests the answer should be, everyone.
Argentina
The Obligation To Treat
When his small-town hospital got a CT scanner, Dr Ignacio Girolimini knew he was morally bound to start treating stroke. What had been his desire was now his duty.
Vietnam
Preceptorship Programme Goes To Hanoi
To achieve their goal of more and better treatment for acute stroke, the Angels team in Vietnam runs an annual preceptorship programme for doctors and nurses. Here they explain what is different about this year’s programme.
Indonesia
Angels Day Indonesia: Accelerating Stroke Care Advancements Nationwide
The Angels team in Indonesia report back on a landmark event that took place in Jakarta at the end of June.
