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.

Medical Education

State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Field of Study: MD

State University of New York Upstate Medical University

SUNY School of Medicine
Field of Study: MD

Internship

St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
Field of Study: Internal Medicine

Residency

Tufts Medical Center
Field of Study: Neurology

Fellowship

Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic
Field of Study: Neurointensive Care