St. Jude Medical Center is a nationally-recognized Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center, a designation that places us among an elite group of hospitals capable of treating even the most complex stroke and cerebrovascular conditions. Fewer than 200 hospitals in the nation have earned this advanced recognition.  Nationally recognized by The Joint Commission and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, St. Jude Medical Center’s Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center Services provides quick and accurate treatment for stroke patients.