{"id":"36213f60-d671-467a-9f45-aef0bf2464f6","slug":"my-experience-with-a-major-hospital-stroke-team-whats-wrong-with-modern-medicine","title":"My experience with a major hospital stroke team—What’s wrong with “Modern” medicine","authors":["Russell L. Blaylock"],"abstract":"Background: The author recounts a personal experience with the healthcare system following a family member's ischemic stroke. This experience highlights significant concerns regarding the management of nutrition and hydration in stroke patients, particularly in a major hospital setting. Summary: Despite the initial successful treatment of the author's mother-in-law with tissue plasminogen activator and thrombectomy, subsequent care revealed a lack of attention to her nutritional needs. The author faced challenges in communicating these concerns to the medical staff, who prioritized other treatments over essential nutrition and hydration. Conclusion: This case illustrates a critical issue in modern medicine, where many healthcare providers may overlook the importance of metabolic care and nutrition in patient recovery. The author emphasizes the need for improved awareness and education among physicians regarding the nutritional requirements of patients, particularly in the context of post-stroke care. Keywords: stroke, nutrition, hydration, thrombectomy, tPA, neurology, patient care, magnesium","thumbnailUrl":null,"publishDate":"2016-11-14T00:00:00.000Z","doi":"10.4103/2152-7806.194060","categories":["Socio-Economics, Politics, and Medicine","Editorial"],"fullTextUrl":"https://surgicalneurologyint.com/api/articles/36213f60-d671-467a-9f45-aef0bf2464f6/pdf"}