Pocono Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers.

To earn the distinction, Pocono Medical Center underwent a rigorous onsite review on Jan. 30."Pocono Medical Center is extremely pleased to have earned recognition for advanced certification for primary stroke center from both The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association," said Jeff Snyder, President and CEO, Pocono Medical Center. "The certification highlights the exceptional stroke care and is a testament to PMC's mission to provide excellent care, close to home."In 2014, Pocono Medical Center joined the Jefferson Neuroscience Network and offers patients access to the resources of Jefferson's comprehensive stroke center through the use of telemedicine.