Stroke Prevention and Atherosclerosis Research Centre (SPARC)

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Siebens-Drake Building
1400 Western Rd, S100
London, ON
N6G 2V4
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519-931-5731
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Fax: 519-931-5737
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Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm
Last updated: Nov 29, 2023: Suggest an edit

Application

Call for research appointment * doctor referral required for clinical appointments

Eligibility - Population(s) Served

Volunteers 18-80 years with high blood pressure, high cholesterol or premature hardening of the arteries and/or family history of premature hardening of the arteries

Fees

Free

Executives

M.Reza Azarpazhooh, M.D., FRCPC Neurology - Physician
Reza.Azarpazhooh@lhsc.on.ca
Chrysi Bogiatzi M.D., FRCPC Neurology - Physician
Chrysi.Bogiatzi@lhsc.on.ca

Contacts

Geraldine Brooks - Receptionist
Katherine Wright - Secretary

Languages

English

Area(s) Served

Central and Southwestern Ontario

Accessibility

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Description of Services:

Medical research program * main goal is stroke prevention through the study of causes of stroke and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)/Stroke

Helps patients with atherosclerosis and family members by identifying known causes of premature atherosclerosis and a process called "Treating Arteries" instead of merely treating risk factors such as high blood pressure and cholesterol

Those interested in volunteering for research as a patient with premature atherosclerosis or family member should email the SPARC program
Last updated: Nov 29, 2023: Suggest an edit
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