Harold McGrade, MD

 

Dr. Harold McGrade spent 10 years practicing at the University Hospital in Augusta, Georgia before coming to Ochsner.  Dr. McGrade established a stroke and IV TPA protocol, stroke unit with specialized nursing training, multi-disciplinary rounds and the creation of a Code S hospital team.  He later worked in conjunction with Cardiology to develop a Therapeutic Hypothermia Protocol. 

During his tenure as Stroke Director at University Hospital they were awarded the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Certification as a Primary Stoke Center.
 

Clinical Interests
Neurocritical Care

Medical School
SUNY Health Science Center

 

Residency
Tufts Neurology Program � Boston, MA

 

Fellowship
Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH