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BCMC Recognized for Advancing Rural Stroke Care
People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than urban counterparts and have a 40% higher likelihood of developing heart disease and face a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality, according to an American Heart Association’s presidential advisory on rural health. Bradley County Medical Center is committed to changing that.
For its efforts to optimize stroke care and reduce gaps in rural health outcomes, BCMC has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Rural Recognition Bronze award.
Stroke is the No. 4 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S, according to the American Heart Association’s 2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Report. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel supplying the brain is blocked by a clot or ruptures, preventing blood and oxygen from reaching brain tissue. When this happens, brain cells begin to die. Early detection and rapid treatment are critical to improving survival, minimizing disability and supporting faster recovery.
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Patrick Mbawuike, M.D.
Emergency
Biography
Facility/Office:
Bradley County Medical Center Emergency DepartmentEducation:
American University of Antigua College of MedicineASU Three Rivers (Malvern, Ark.)
University of Arkansas Little Rock
Residency:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences South CentralBiography:
Dr. Patrick Mbawuike is an accomplished healthcare professional with diverse educational and work experiences. He graduated at the top of his class in 2009 with an Associate Degree in Registered Nursing from the University of Three Rivers in Malvern, Arkansas. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, graduating summa cum laude from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock in 2011.Dr. Mbawuike's medical career has expanded beyond nursing. He completed his medical education at the American University of Antigua College of Medicine, earning his Doctor of Medicine (MD) in May 2021. He then pursued residency training in Family Medicine at UAMS South Central.
Throughout his career, Dr. Mbawuike has worked in various professional sectors, including banking, civil engineering, and merchandise distribution. He has also been part of a team providing medical aid to remote areas in Nigeria.
His education includes additional qualifications, such as Licensed Practical Nurse from Pulaski Technical College and a Bachelor of Science degree from the Federal University of Technology in Nigeria.
In his personal life, Dr. Mbawuike enjoys playing soccer and table tennis, reading novels, and fixing electrical, mechanical, and structural issues in the house and cars. With a deep commitment to patient care, he looks forward to serving the community of Bradley County.
BCMC News
BCMC Recognized for Advancing Rural Stroke Care
People who live in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than urban counterparts and have a 40% higher likelihood of developing heart disease and face a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality, according to an American Heart Association’s presidential advisory on rural health. Bradley County Medical Center is committed to changing that.
For its efforts to optimize stroke care and reduce gaps in rural health outcomes, BCMC has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke Rural Recognition Bronze award.
Stroke is the No. 4 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the U.S, according to the American Heart Association’s 2026 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Report. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel supplying the brain is blocked by a clot or ruptures, preventing blood and oxygen from reaching brain tissue. When this happens, brain cells begin to die. Early detection and rapid treatment are critical to improving survival, minimizing disability and supporting faster recovery.
Follow @BCMCWarren
