In the event of a neurological emergency such as an acute stroke or traumatic brain injury, timing and expert care makes the difference between life and death. WMCHealth’s neuro intensive care unit team has the experience and technology to quickly stop brain damage and potentially reverse it. We strive to provide the best possible neurocritical care for a meaningful recovery.
Neurocritical Care Services

WMCHealth has a 19-bed neuro-ICU staffed with a dedicated team of neurointensivists and specialized professionals who provide a complete spectrum of services, including:
- Around-the-clock care
- The latest technology to:
- Stop bleeding
- Remove clots
- Assess brain risk
- Minimize brain swelling
- Cutting-edge clinical trials
- Advanced brain monitoring
- Early rehabilitation therapy
- Mobile ICU transport via helicopter or ambulance capabilities
- A compassionate and dedicated team of highly trained medical professionals

Family Support
At WMCHealth’s neurocritical care unit, we understand the uncertainty that families feel when a loved one has a critical neurological condition. Our team will work to provide hope, support, and inspiration to you and your loved one.
The presence and support of families is crucial to helping those fighting for their lives. While science can not yet fully explain what people experience during coma, we have witnessed people emerge through brief moments of awareness. When a familiar face, voice, or soothing touch is present in those moments, they can help guide the person back to consciousness and recovery. So, at WMCHealth’s neuro-ICU, we encourage families to visit and actively participate in care.
Family support not only plays a valuable role in the initial recovery phase, but also in mapping the trajectory of recovery after discharge. Most of our patients require rehabilitation after the ICU, and the collaboration between the ICU team and the family can help lead to a smoother transition to recovery.
Conditions Treated
There are numerous reasons why a loved one may need to be treated in the neurocritical care unit. These include:
- Cardiac arrest
- Brain aneurysms
- Status epilepticus
- Myasthenia gravis
- Unexplained coma
- Acute ischemic stroke
- Traumatic brain injury
- Dural sinus thrombosis
- Guillain-Barre Syndrome
- Intracerebral hemorrhage
- Subarachnoid hemorrhage
- Encephalitis and meningitis
- Arteriovenous malformations
What to Expect at the Neurocritical Care Unit
What you experience at the neurocritical care unit will greatly vary depending on the circumstances and condition of your loved one. You may feel scared, overwhelmed, and stressed. These are normal reactions to emergency life-threatening situations. Our first and primary focus will be stabilizing your loved one. Once this has been achieved, we will communicate with you and your family. We will give you an update on their condition and prognosis. We will also work together to develop and implement an individualized treatment plan for their condition and help guide you through the recovery process.