Fall 2012

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SMCW patient Tracy McAfee with her daughter Christina

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A New Home, a Healthy New Start

Patient moves to be near Seton Williamsons expert care
Your support changes lives every day. For Tracy McAfee, it led to the removal of masses in both lungs along with a remarkably large tumor in her brain. She even found a new home to be closer to the care that you helped make possible. While living in San Antonio, Tracy noticed some weakness in her left leg and a slight limp. To her utter disbelief, she was diagnosed with a brain tumor the size of a lemon. My daughter Christina spent hours online searching for the best doctor for me, said Tracy.

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After interviewing neurosurgeon Dr. Robert Buchanan with the Seton Brain and Spine Institute, Tracy knew she had found the one. She soon left San Antonio and moved into her daughters home in Round Rock to be near Seton Williamson. Basically, the superD works like a GPS to map the location of the Tracy, a 58-year-old native of Taiwan, had traveled thousands of miles across the globe, but it was those mere 95 miles north on I-35 that changed her lifes course. The successful neurosurgery last year to remove the tumor would be her introduction to the hospital and medical team she now calls her lifesavers. But today she faces a new battle, lung tumors. Tracy is feeling better. She regularly attends therapy at Seton Tracy has had a history of nodules on her lungs. After a CT scan, Dr. Buchanan referred her to another Seton Williamson colleague, Dr. Said Soubra, who specializes in pulmonary disease. He is also an expert with the superDimension, a state-of-the-art, minimally invasive device used to diagnosis and treat early-stage lung cancer and other pulmonary diseases. The regions only superDimension, made possible at Seton Williamson by the generosity and foresight of our friends, provides a threeMy daughter has been with me every step of the way, and I wouldnt trade Dr. Soubra for the world, or Dr. Buchanan, said Tracy. I feel that way about all my doctors and therapists at Seton Williamson. I would never go to any other hospital. Its a beautiful place. Williamson to regain strength and mobility following her brain surgery. But despite it all, she says shes lucky. He also placed markers within the lungs to pinpoint the exact locations of the nodules. The markers would later guide the CyberKnife, a radiosurgery treatment offered at University Medical Center Brackenridge, to shrink the lesions on Tracys lungs. UMCB, a member of the Seton Healthcare Family, is home to the only CyberKnife system in the region. Tracy was an ideal patient for this procedure because she has masses in both lungs. Traditional invasive surgery would have resulted in a great loss of function for her, added Dr. Soubra. With this method, Tracy had minimal recovery time. nodules so I can target them for biopsy, said Dr. Soubra. dimensional roadmap of the lungs. It can map even the tiniest branches of the lungs where traditional diagnostics cannot reach, making early diagnosis possible.

Meet the Doctor

Said Soubra, MD - Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine
Faced with an exciting opportunity to create an innovative ICU at Seton Williamson, Dr. Said Soubra, an esteemed member of the faculty at Houstons Baylor College of Medicine, moved to Round Rock. Over the past few years, hes made amazing contributions to patient care at Seton Williamson. His expertise with the superDimension, a specialized bronchoscopy with GPS-like capabilities (see related cover article), can give patients with lung cancer a two-year jump on diagnosing and treating the disease, thereby saving many lives.

Having a community of donors willing to invest in the latest skills and technology is vital to saving lives.

Personally and professionally, hes happy he made the move here. I really value the close relationship between the physicians and the hospitals leadership, he said. We are all focused on not only providing patients with the best medical care, but also the best care that is safe. Everyone is working toward the same goal. When not seeing patients at Williamson Pulmonary and Sleep Associates, a practice he opened at Seton Williamsons Medical Plaza, he enjoys traveling, tennis and spending time with his wife, Lina, and three children. Dr. Soubra, a former member of the lung transplant teams at both Methodist Hospital and St. Lukes Episcopal Hospital in Houston, has special expertise in pulmonary vascular disease and interventional pulmonologybringing the most advanced diagnostic and treatment methods for lung disease to the patients of Seton Williamson.

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The challenge is on!

BodyTomTM Takes State-of-Art Imaging Door to Door

Imagine a new dad who crashes his motorcycle on his way home from work. EMS quickly transports him to Seton WIlliamsons Emergency Department. In the operating room, the expert team at SMCWs Level II trauma center treats his critical abdominal injuries. The young man also appears to have head injuries and needs a CT scan, but due to his life-threatening injuries cannot be moved to the Radiology department. But what if Radiology could come to him? The BodyTomTM intra-operative CT scanner can do just that. Because it is portable, a patient can be scanned while in surgery, quickly giving physicians critical information on multiple injuries. In our motorcycle accident scenario, the BodyTomTM would give physicians a more complete view of the young mans life-threatening injuries, from head to toe. Neurosurgeons could quickly be consulted based on findings from the time-saving scans. His chances for the best surgical outcomes would be greater thanks to this new technology. Seton Williamson has launched a campaign to fund the purchase of a BodyTomTM. With this equipment, SMCWs key strengths -- the expert trauma services, advanced technology and breadth of resources across the Seton network -- would come together to leverage the BodyTomTM like no other facility in the area. You can help bring this revolutionary technology to our community! Take on the challenge to further advance medical care at Seton Williamson. Contact the Seton Williamson Foundation at (512) 324-4090 to learn how you can support this campaign.

You are helping children in Williamson County

Pediatric Program Keeps Your Kids Close to Home

In affiliation with Dell Childrens Medical Center of Central Texas, the regions only pediatric hospital, Seton Medical Center Williamson now offers pediatric care close to home for area families. The Seton Williamson Pediatric Program, the first and only pediatric inpatient program in Williamson County, cares for children with low acuity, or less complex, conditions that do not require a physician subspecialist or surgery. Children suffering from asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia and other less complex issues can get the care they need, where they live, said Dr. Meena Iyer, pediatric hospitalist for Seton Williamsons Pediatric Program. This is key during cold and flu season. The eight-bed pediatric unit is supported by a team of Dell Childrenstrained pediatric hospitalists, acute care nurses and respiratory therapists as well as child life specialists. A playroom allows patients to experience the healing power of medical play.

As a supporter of Seton Williamson Foundation, thank you for the important part youve played in the growth and success of the medical center. Its because of you that children have a new home for pediatric inpatient care in Williamson County. Please continue your support - find out how by reviewing the enclosed donation envelope.

More ways to make a difference

Create a Win-Win End to 2012

Everyone looks forward to the New Year and its promise of new opportunities, but did you know the old year might also yield rewarding returns? As you look ahead, consider some year-end decisions that can make a big difference, not just for the New Year, but for many years to come. Take this time to make sure your assets are working hard for you. With just a little planning, you can transform weak dividends into fantastic payments and a tax deduction, plus add some financial certainty to the end of your year. Contact us for more information on ways to create reliable, fixed income that benefits you and will also help further the work of Seton Williamson. For more information, call Tim Aronson, Director of Development, at (512) 324-4091 or tjaronson@seton.org.

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Join the action!

Seton Womens Development Board presents

Upcoming Events
Nov. 8
An Affair to Remember Cocktail Reception honoring physicians and sponsors, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Seton Williamson in the main lobby
(Special thanks to Lillibridge for sponsoring this event.)

Your vote counts

Seton Circle to Select Grant Recipients
Now is an exciting time to join The Seton Circle! The Seton Williamson Foundation is counting on the wisdom and heart of Seton Circle members to award new grants. Members will review and vote on grant applications submitted by hospital departments seeking additional support for their specific clinical service. As always, The Seton Circle gives members a great way to connect through social events, learn about the power of collective philanthropy, and personally have a hand in making a difference at Seton Williamson. Join today! Please contact Taylor Fry at 512-324-4061 or ttfry@seton.org.

Seton Williamsons 5th Anniversary Ball

An Affair to Remember
Saturday, February 2, from 6 to 11 p.m.
The Westin Austin at the Domain (For sponsorship information, contact Karen Garbaccio at 512-324-4097 or klgarbaccio@seton.org.) Youll enjoy a gourmet dinner, one-of-a-kind live and silent auction items, music from The Vendetta Big Band, libations and great company! We hope youll join us for a memorable evening benefitting building and equipment needs at Seton Williamson.

Dec. 16
Seton Circle Christmas Party, more details to come

Feb. 2013
Seton Circle Social - Wine Tasting

March 26, 2013

Seton Circle Meeting - Grant Presentation

May 6, 2013
Annual Foundation Celebration

Board of Trustees Jim Schwertner, Chairman David Hays, Secretary Troy Rodriguez, Treasurer Ty Barho Nancy Crouse Bryan Farney Dan Gattis, Jr. Randy Howry John Kiltz Frank Krenek Frank Leffingwell Betty Lord Don Martin Steve Pea Laura Robinson Jeff Rusk Bonnie Sells David Singleton Life Trustee Judy McLeod Ex-Officio Members Brian Aldred, MD Donna Budak, FAHP, CFRE Jesus Garza Kenneth L. Gladish, PhD Michelle Robertson, RN, BSN, MBA Community Volunteer Leadership Mary Steger Seton Womens Development Board Nancy Crouse Craig McCurdy Seton Circle

Be part of the legacy

Become a Cornerstone!
The Seton Cornerstone Society, a new annual giving club, gives you the power to further the mission of Seton and its founders, the Daughters of Charity. With a goal of building relationships between Seton and individuals (neighbors, associates, volunteers, advocates and supporters), we offer a range of giving opportunities to match personal needs. Both individual and corporate partnerships are available.

A Sister with the Daughters of Charity makes a home visit in East Austin circa 1950. As a Cornerstone member, you can be part of a legacy of caring.

Donations made in 2012 will be recognized in the spring 2013 issue of The Beacon. For further information, please contact Taylor Fry at 512-324-4061 or ttfry@seton.org.

Beacon is published twice each year for donors and friends of Seton Medical Center Williamson. It is a publication of the Seton Williamson Foundation, Donna Budak, executive director.

The Beacon production team includes Bianca Bellavia, Julie Biggart, Adrienne Leyva with Spoon Communications, Jim Lincoln Photography, and Melissa Gable with One Creative Girl Design.

Your feedback and suggestions are welcome at info@setonwilliamsonfdn.org. For more information about support provided by the Seton Williamson Foundation, visit setonwilliamsonfdn.org.

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