Cooper University Hospital has once again earned recertification as an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center from The Joint Commission, receiving its Gold Seal of Approval in recognition of the health system’s ability to treat the most complex stroke cases.
This designation places Cooper among an elite group of hospitals nationwide equipped with the highest level of expertise, advanced imaging, specialized interventions, and around-the-clock multidisciplinary stroke care.
“Maintaining Comprehensive Stroke Center certification year after year reflects our unwavering commitment to clinical excellence and innovation,” said Dr. Tudor G. Jovin, chief and chairman of neurology at Cooper University Health Care and medical director of Cooper and Inspira Neuroscience. “Through the strength of our integrated team and our investment in advanced technology, we are ensuring that patients across our region have access to the most sophisticated stroke and neurovascular care available — close to home.”
Cooper first achieved Comprehensive Stroke Center certification in 2017 and has maintained the designation through on-site reviews and performance evaluations conducted by The Joint Commission. To qualify, hospitals must meet advanced standards beyond Primary Stroke Center certification, including specialized training, complex case management capabilities, and demonstrated excellence in patient outcomes.
The recertification further underscores the strength of Cooper and Inspira Neuroscience, a regional leader in neurological and neurosurgical care. The program delivers comprehensive services spanning emergency stroke intervention, cerebrovascular surgery, neurocritical care, spine care, and treatment for complex brain and vascular conditions.
In 2022, Cooper opened a dedicated Acute Stroke and Neuro Interventional Suite within its Camden Emergency Department — the in the nation to use the latest-generation Siemens biplane angiography unit — designed to streamline imaging and minimally invasive treatment in a single location. This “one-stop” approach significantly reduces time to treatment, a critical factor in improving stroke outcomes.
Stroke remains a leading cause of death and long-term disability in the United States. According to the American Heart Association, nearly 800,000 people experience a stroke each year, with rapid intervention playing a decisive role in survival and recovery.
As South Jersey’s leading academic health system and only Level 1 Trauma Center, Cooper continues to advance its mission of delivering innovative, lifesaving care to the communities it serves.