Information for Referring Physicians The goal of the Inova Stroke and Cerebrovascular Disease Program is to partner with referring physicians to deliver efficient, effective and personalized care for patients requiring care for stroke and other cerebrovascular diseases. Through a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary approach, the Program provides a network of non-surgical and surgical specialists trained in the treatment of cerebrovascular disease.

When a Stroke Strikes – BE FAST Expand Content Not sure whether a person's symptoms are a stroke? B.E.F.A.S.T. and quickly check for any of these signs of stroke: B = Balance – Is the person suddenly having trouble with balance or coordination? E = Eyes – Is the person experiencing blurred or double vision or a sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes? F = Face Drooping – Does one side of the face droop or is it numb?  A = Arm Weakness – Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

Stroke Outcomes We are committed to providing the highest quality healthcare for our patients who have experienced a stroke. We continually monitor our outcomes data to help us keep our services and standards at a high level.

About the Inova Vascular Neurology Clinic (Stroke Clinic) The Inova Vascular Neurology Clinic functions as a comprehensive stroke clinic that provides non-acute care to patients with stroke and other neurovascular processes with a confirmed stroke, TIA or pathology of the cerebrovasculature in order to augment the care provided to our stroke patients via expert consultations and expanded community care. We have a multidisciplinary and patient centered approach to provide neurovascular services for our community where patients can be seen by highly trained vascular neurologists.

Inova’s flagship location is Inova Fairfax Medical Campus, a 923-bed medical center serving Northern Virginia, the Washington DC metro area and beyond. We consistently receive accolades for our high quality of patient care and safety in both national and regional rankings. Our campus includes Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Heart and Vascular Institute, Inova Schar Cancer Institute, Inova Neurosciences Institute, Inova Children’s Hospital and Inova Women’s Hospital.

LenSx® Laser for Cataract Removal For patients who need cataract surgery, the LenSx® Femtosecond Laser System is a computer-controlled eye surgery system that performs all of the critical steps for cataract surgeries. The laser is used as a tool to break up a cataract and to create incisions in the cornea. The LenSX system uses 3D surgical display, showing a more accurate view of the cornea than compared to traditional methods of cataract surgery.

The Colorectal Surgery Program at Inova includes the area's top fellowship trained surgeons specializing in the surgical treatment of conditions related to the colon and rectum using the latest surgical techniques and state-of-the-art equipment.

Offering the Latest in Minimally Invasive Robotic-Assisted Surgery Our commitment to offering the most innovative, patient-focused treatments is demonstrated by our continuously high patient satisfaction scores. Inova's experience (and expertise) creates the best possible surgical experience for you. If you or a loved one need surgery, you owe it to yourself to learn about all of your medical options, including the most effective, least invasive surgical treatments available.

Bladder Cancer Expand Content Overview Most individuals with bladder cancer have superficial and non-invasive tumors. Treatment for these tumors is often very effective with an excellent prognosis. The remainder of bladder cancers invade deep into the bladder wall and muscle and the risk is greater for the cancer to spread to other areas of the body. Depending on the type of bladder cancer, treatment may include a cystectomy, or bladder removal, through robotic assisted surgery.