Dr. Katie Lin

Dr. Katie Lin, an emergency and stroke physician from Calgary, joins Dr. Walter Himmel, an experienced emergency physician from North York General, to explore recent shifts in ischemic stroke management. They discuss the crucial distinction between disabling and non-disabling strokes, which impacts urgent medical responses. Key insights include how to accurately assess disabling deficits at the bedside, strategies for managing 'wake-up strokes,' and evolving guidelines for thrombolysis and EVT therapies. This conversation highlights practical approaches for emergency care and patient-centered decision-making.