{"id":3198,"date":"2019-04-12T15:13:04","date_gmt":"2019-04-12T15:13:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nortonhealthcaretest1.flywheelsites.com\/?page_id=3198"},"modified":"2026-02-13T14:09:45","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T19:09:45","slug":"stroke","status":"publish","type":"service","link":"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/programs\/stroke\/","title":{"rendered":"Expert Stroke Care"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-magicblock-magicblock hdr-img mx-n4 pt-4 pt-lg-0 position-relative\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2531\" height=\"938\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/AllYouThatsWhatWeDo_ConfidentWoman0017_2000x600-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1144983\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/AllYouThatsWhatWeDo_ConfidentWoman0017_2000x600-1-1.jpg 2531w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/AllYouThatsWhatWeDo_ConfidentWoman0017_2000x600-1-1-300x111.jpg 300w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/AllYouThatsWhatWeDo_ConfidentWoman0017_2000x600-1-1-1024x379.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/AllYouThatsWhatWeDo_ConfidentWoman0017_2000x600-1-1-150x56.jpg 150w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/AllYouThatsWhatWeDo_ConfidentWoman0017_2000x600-1-1-768x285.jpg 768w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/AllYouThatsWhatWeDo_ConfidentWoman0017_2000x600-1-1-1536x569.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/AllYouThatsWhatWeDo_ConfidentWoman0017_2000x600-1-1-2048x759.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n<div class=\"yoast-breadcrumbs breadcrumb\"><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/\">Home<\/a><\/span> \/ <span><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/\">Norton Neuroscience Institute<\/a><\/span> \/ <span><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/programs\/\">Norton Neuroscience Institute Programs<\/a><\/span> \/ <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">Expert Stroke Care<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-xl-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"570\" height=\"414\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/youtube.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1144984\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/youtube.png 570w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/youtube-300x218.png 300w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/youtube-150x109.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-xl-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-expert-stroke-care\">Expert Stroke Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a&nbsp;stroke, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That means there are more than 795,000 strokes each year in the U.S.<br><br>Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability, and it is estimated that one person dies from a stroke every three minutes. With advancements in medical treatment and increased awareness of stroke symptoms, however, the survival rate and quality of life for survivors have improved.<br><br>Stroke can affect almost anyone, so it is important to take steps to&nbsp;reduce your risk, such as maintaining a healthy diet, exercising regularly,&nbsp;not smoking, and managing stress.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br><br>Norton Neuroscience Institute Stroke Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Louisville area\u2019s most extensive comprehensive stroke care network, with Norton Brownsboro Hospital at its core, is ready around the clock to deliver lifesaving and brain-saving stroke treatment by restoring blood flow to the brain when seconds count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our team of stroke specialists is trained to provide urgent, holistic care when you need it the most. As a nationally recognized stroke program, Norton Neuroscience Institute stays at the forefront of advanced care with the latest in clot-busting medications, minimally invasive clot-removing procedures and advanced imaging technology. Our neurologists and neurosurgeons are on the leading edge of advancements in studying potential new treatments in clinical research trials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recognized Leadership in Stroke Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Four of Norton Healthcare\u2019s adult-service hospitals iwere awarded a 2025 American Heart Association Get With the Guidelines \u2013 Stroke designation for stroke care award. Norton Brownsboro Hospital received the highest possible award \u2014 Gold Plus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Norton Brownsboro Hospital has received DNV certification as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, reflecting the highest level of competence for treating serious stroke events.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Norton Healthcare has the most facilities across the city of Louisville with the ability treat a life-threatening stroke.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Norton Healthcare was <a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/news\/norton-healthcare-ranked-no-1-in-louisville-3\/\">recognized by U.S. News and World Report<\/a> as high performing for stroke care, exceeding national averages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row my-5 text-center gy-4\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4 d-flex\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card shadow-lg mt-5    \">\n\t<div class=\"card-header p-0 position-relative mt-n4 mx-3 z-index-2\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/onr-stroke-depression-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-fluid shadow border-radius-lg\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/news\/stroke-symptoms-remember-be-fast\/\">Time Saved is Brain Saved. Learn the BE FAST Stroke Symptoms<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4 d-flex\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card shadow-lg mt-5    \">\n\t<div class=\"card-header p-0 position-relative mt-n4 mx-3 z-index-2\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/norton-brownsboro-hospital-stroke-center-c-.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-fluid shadow border-radius-lg\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Norton Healthcare Recognized for Award-winning Comprehensive Stroke Care<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4 d-flex\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card shadow-lg mt-5    \">\n\t<div class=\"card-header p-0 position-relative mt-n4 mx-3 z-index-2\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Norton_Neuroscience_Institute.jpg\" alt=\"Tom Yao, M.D., Norton Neuroscience Institute\" class=\"img-fluid shadow border-radius-lg\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/specialists\/emergency-stroke-team\/\">Meet the Emergency Stroke Care Team<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4 d-flex\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card shadow-lg mt-5    \">\n\t<div class=\"card-header p-0 position-relative mt-n4 mx-3 z-index-2\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/NNI-Hospitalists_12-2-24-021.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-fluid shadow border-radius-lg\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/patient-resources\/\">Connect With Stroke Patient Resources<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4 d-flex\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card shadow-lg mt-5    \">\n\t<div class=\"card-header p-0 position-relative mt-n4 mx-3 z-index-2\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/stroke_treatment-1000.jpg\" alt=\"Neurosurgeon Tom Yao, M.D., treats strokes at Norton Neuroscience Institute.\" class=\"img-fluid shadow border-radius-lg\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/services\/stroke\/treatment\/\">Cutting-edge Stroke Treatment Advancements<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4 d-flex\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card shadow-lg mt-5    \">\n\t<div class=\"card-header p-0 position-relative mt-n4 mx-3 z-index-2\">\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/resources-for-stroke-survivors.png\" alt=\"Stroke nurse navigator Rosa Hart discusses resources for stroke survivors with a patient.\" class=\"img-fluid shadow border-radius-lg\">\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/programs\/stroke\/recovery\/\">Stroke Symptoms and FAQ<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"providers-locations-sidebar\">\n      <div id=\"Stroke Specialists\" class=\"card my-5\">\n      <div class=\"card-header bg-primary-soft py-3\">\n        <h5 class=\"mb-0\">Stroke Specialists<\/h5>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"card-body\">\n        <div id=\"providers_1\" class=\"row gy-3\">\n                      <div class=\"col-xl-4 col-md-6\">\n              <div class=\"related-provider align-items-start\">\n                                <a class=\"provider-image rounded shadow\" href=\"\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-fluid provider-img\" src=\"\" alt=\", \" \/><\/a>\n\n                                <div class=\"provider-info\">\n                  <h6 class=\"title mb-0 lh-sm\">\n                    <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\">, <\/a>\n                    <p class=\"text-xs text-muted mb-0\"><\/p>\n                  <\/h6>\n\n                                    \n                                                    <\/div>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n<!-- Insurance Modal -->\n\n<!-- Insurance Modal -->\n<div class=\"modal fade\" id=\"insuranceModal\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-labelledby=\"insuranceModalLabel\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n  <div class=\"modal-dialog modal-lg modal-dialog-centered modal-dialog-scrollable\" style=\"height: calc(100% - var(--bs-modal-margin) * 2);\">\n    <div class=\"modal-content\">\n      <div class=\"modal-header\">\n        <h1 class=\"modal-title fs-5\" id=\"insuranceModalLabel\">Insurance Plans &#038; 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If you have insurance, your copay amount will depend on your plan. For self-pay patients, the cost of a visit typically ranges from $100 to $250, depending on the services provided. There may be additional charges for services such as lab tests or X-rays.<\/p>\r\n<p>If you have questions about your bill or need assistance with payment options, you can contact Norton Healthcare customer service at (502) 479-6300 or (800) 874-3979.<\/p><\/div>\n              <\/div>\n      <div class=\"modal-footer\">\n        <button type=\"button\" class=\"btn btn-secondary\" data-bs-dismiss=\"modal\">Close<\/button>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"card card-callout    \">\n\t<div class=\"card-body\">\n\t\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-care-that-s-focused-on-you\">Care That\u2019s Focused on You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s part of Norton Neuroscience Institute\u2019s goal to care for the whole person, not just the condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Norton Healthcare is recognized by U.S. News &amp; World Report on its \u201cBest Hospitals\u201d list in as No. 1 the Louisville area, with a \u201chigh performing\u201d rating in stroke through Norton Neuroscience Institute.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/patient-resources\/resource-center\/\">Norton Neuroscience Institute Resource Centers<\/a>&nbsp;offer ways to improve your access to care, provide valuable information on managing your disease and address your quality of life issues. The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/ways-to-help\/norton-healthcare-foundation\/\">Norton Healthcare Foundation<\/a>&nbsp;funds this important service, so patients don\u2019t need to pay.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dedicated patient navigators can help schedule follow-up appointments, coordinate prescription assistance, create customized diet plans and provide guidance on disability benefits, housing, financial and employment concerns and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Patients can access&nbsp;<a href=\"file:\/\/\/C:\/Users\/ahsnn3qq\/AppData\/Local\/Temp\/MicrosoftEdgeDownloads\/2f1f6b76-1ebd-4094-9889-ec8f766458fb\/NortonHealthcare.com\/NNIclasses\">support groups, exercise classes and other educational events<\/a>&nbsp;to connect with others and learn how to make the most of life while managing a neurological condition.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLq2g5i7R5RO0qcryE88KRRtgZouFS_bUQ\">on-demand video library<\/a>&nbsp;of educational content across a variety of condition-related topics is available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We want to help prevent illness. Get help&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/prevention-and-wellness\/tobacco-cessation-program\/\">quitting smoking<\/a>&nbsp;and learn the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/programs\/stroke\/\">signs of stroke<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicate with your provider, manage appointments, refill prescriptions and more anytime from a computer or mobile device with a free&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/mychart.nortonhealthcare.org\/mychart\/Authentication\/Login?action=logout\">Norton MyChart<\/a>&nbsp;account.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-4 col-md-2 offset-1\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large p-lg-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/stroke-seals-dnv.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-4 col-md-2\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large p-lg-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/stroke-seals-naec.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-4 col-md-2\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large p-lg-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/stroke-seals-ms-society.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-4 col-md-2\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized p-lg-3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"243\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/nni-gold-plus-2025-new.png?wsr\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1163613\" style=\"width:113px;height:182px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/nni-gold-plus-2025-new.png 150w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/nni-gold-plus-2025-new-93x150.png 93w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-4 col-md-2\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full p-lg-3\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"246\" src=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/usnwr-stroke-badge-2025-26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1169649\" srcset=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/usnwr-stroke-badge-2025-26.png 250w, https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/usnwr-stroke-badge-2025-26-150x148.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 250px) 100vw, 250px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"text-center\"><a href=\"#demo\" class=\"btn btn-primary\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\">Read more \u25be<\/a><\/p>\n  <div id=\"demo\" class=\"collapse\">\n<h2 id=\"h-a-louisville-leader-in-neurological-care\">A Louisville Leader in Neurological Care<\/h2>\n<p>More patients from Louisville and Southern Indiana seek their neurology and neurosurgery care from Norton Neuroscience Institute&rsquo;s nationally recognized specialists than any other providers in the area.<\/p>\n<p>Your Norton Neuroscience Institute medical provider has the expertise, experience, diagnostic tools and sophisticated treatments to provide care tailored to your needs.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>More than 75 medical, surgical and research specialists are dedicated to providing innovative care to those with brain, spine and nervous system conditions.<\/li>\n<li>Advanced, minimally invasive neurosurgery equipment can speed your recovery and minimize pain.<\/li>\n<li>Multidisciplinary clinics provide easy access to care in one convenient appointment for your neurological condition, with specialists in oncology, cardiology, orthopedics and behavioral health.<\/li>\n<li>Norton Healthcare&rsquo;s four adult-service hospitals in Louisville are certified by DNV, recognizing excellence and expertise in stroke care.<\/li>\n<ul>\n<li>Norton Brownsboro Hospital is recognized as a Comprehensive Stroke Center.<\/li>\n<li>Norton Audubon Hospital and Norton Hospital are Primary Stroke Centers.<\/li>\n<li>Norton Women&rsquo;s &amp; Children&rsquo;s Hospital is an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li>Norton Neuroscience Institute is at the forefront of neuroscientific research. As investigators on numerous trials, our physicians contribute to groundbreaking studies and publications in peer-reviewed journals. Also, patients may be eligible to take part in these experimental treatments.<br \/> <a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/services\/clinical-trials\/\">Learn more about current neuroscience clinical trials and studies.<\/a><\/li>\n<li>The American Heart Association Get With the Guidelines stroke care program has recognized all four of Norton Healthcare&rsquo;s adult service-hospitals in Louisville for exceeding national averages in getting patients in the door and administering lifesaving treatment to restore blood flow to the brain.<\/li>\n<li>Norton Neuroscience Institute&rsquo;s multiple sclerosis (MS) program has been designated a&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalmssociety.org\/Treating-MS\/Comprehensive-Care\">Center for Comprehensive MS Care<\/a>&nbsp;by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.<\/li>\n<li>The National Association of Epilepsy Centers has recognized Norton Neuroscience Institute as a&nbsp;<strong>Level 4 Epilepsy Center,<\/strong>&nbsp;providing the highest level of medical and surgical evaluation and treatment for patients with complex epilepsy.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/nortonhealthcare.com\/services-and-conditions\/neurosciences\/patient-resources\/\">Norton Neuroscience Institute Resource Center<\/a>&nbsp;navigators help educate patients and their families about new diagnoses, available treatments and ways to manage their disease.<\/li>\n<li>We are listed by Becker&rsquo;s Hospital Review as one of 100 great neurosurgery and spine programs.<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1131641,"parent":403949,"menu_order":9,"template":"","class_list":["post-3198","service","type-service","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.9 (Yoast SEO v27.9) - 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