Winchester Medical Center's Neuroscience Center is certified by the Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center (2006). Certification is based on the recommendations for primary stroke centers published by the Brain Attack Coalition and the American Stroke Association. This certification means that Winchester Medical Center's stroke care program follows national standards and guidelines that can significantly improve outcomes for stroke patients.

For more information about Winchester Medical Center's Primary Stroke Center or to learn more about stroke and stroke prevention, call

Debby Massie BSN, RN, CNRN

Interim Executive Director

Neuroscience Center of Excellence

Stroke Program Coordinator

Winchester Medical Center

1840 Amherst St.

Winchester, VA 22601

540-536-4157 office

540-247-3786 blackberry

dmassie@valleyhealthlink.com