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They Call Me a Miracle

Revived six times, cardiac patient beats the odds
When youre an active, physically fit 43-year-old, the last thing on your mind is heart disease, but thats exactly what changed Travis Munozs world, in an instant. It started during a typical home workout for the soccer coach, husband, and father. During my workout I was straining to lift even the lightest weights, said Travis. I started feeling pain in my chest going from left to right, and I couldnt catch my breath.

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Travis called his wife. She told me to get help now, so I went to an urgent care center near my house in Pflugerville. Looking back its hard to imagine, but I actually drove myself there. When Travis arrived at the clinic, in pain and sweating, he was immediately triaged. They knew right away I was in trouble. The doctor said, you are having a heart attack, and gave me a nitroglycerin tablet. They asked me which hospital I preferred. I remembered a friend telling me that Seton Williamson was a good hospital, so I told them to take me there. EMS administered morphine to relieve Travis intense chest pain and took him to the Emergency Department at Seton Medical Center Williamson. I passed out in the ambulance. That was on a Monday and I dont remember anything else until that Thursday. What transpired during those few days was part medicine and part miracle. Incredibly, Travis was revived six times in the ED, under the care of Dr. Brian Aldred, Emergency Department medical director, and the care team. Then, Dr. Gerardo Kalife, a Seton Heart Institute interventional cardiologist based at Seton Williamson, performed a left heart

catheterization, removed plaque from an artery that was 100 percent blocked and placed stents in the artery to keep the vessel open and maximize blood flow. During my recovery, Dr. Kalife and the nurses made me feel really comfortable, answered all of my familys questions, and showed genuine care for me, said Travis. They take their patients to heart, thats for sure. And I cant say enough about the Emergency docs and nurses. They just kept fighting for me. Travis was released from the hospital two days before his birthday. He said, chuckling, It was the first time my family had sung Happy Birthday to me in years. The following week his soccer team won first place in a big tournament. After a couple of weeks of cardiac rehab, I was back training. I made a speedy recovery, and today Im in great shape, Travis said. But its something Ill have to stay vigilant about because heart disease runs in my family. Ive got to work to manage my risks, like high cholesterol. I took thank-you treats to the Emergency staff, and when they saw me, they got very emotional. So did I. They were thrilled to see me walking, talking and laughing, said Travis. You know, they call me the miracle patient. And I just cant thank them enough for all they did to keep me alive. Those folks never gave up on me.

Successes youve helped achieve

SMCW Heart Facts

Seton WIlliamson is an accredited Chest Pain Center by the Society of Chest Pain Centers. Seton WIlliamsons Cardiac Rehabilitation program is a recognized leader in rehabilitation care by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation. In fiscal year 2011, there were more than 2,000 Emergency Department patient visits for cardiovascular care. The top three interventional cardiology procedures during fiscal year 2011, include: 1) percutaneous peripheral vascular procedures, 2) peripheral and coronary stents, and 3) PTCAs (percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasties). The Seton Heart Institute, www.setonheart.com, offers advanced cardiovascular care, including general cardiology, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, cardiac transplants, and implantation of Ventricular Assist Devices. Seton Heart Institute offices at Seton Williamson are located in Medical Plaza I adjacent to the hospital, (512) 324-4812.

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An example of amazing generosity

Seton Northshore Circle Makes Lasting Impact

The Seton Northshore Circle held its fourth community education event, the Wellness and Safety on the Lake fair, in April at the K-Oaks Clubhouse in Lago Vista. Numerous local organizations shared health and safety tips with residents, including three Seton Williamson nurses who demonstrated CPR techniques. Thank you, Seton Northshore Circle! Over the past 32 years, you have made significant contributions to improve health care in Williamson County and beyond. Your generosity has supported: Telemedicine Unit at Seton Williamson Neuromicroscope at Seton Williamson Mother and Baby Unit at Seton Williamson Seton Williamson Capital Campaign Seton League House Neonatal Center at Seton Northwest Hospital Cedar Park Rehabilitation Program Seton Community Clinics Endowment Seton Heart Institute Endowment Seton Northshore Circle members (top row) Jacque Gray, Klee Lee, Sandy Shinn, (bottom row) Susan Vardaman, and Karen Garbaccio, Seton Williamson Foundation event coordinator, share time and talents to keep Northshore residents healthy and safe. To become a part of this amazing group, contact Taylor Fry at ttfry@seton.org or call (512) 324-4061.

Meet the Doctor

Gerardo Kalife, MD, FACC, FSCAI Cardiology
Dr. Kalife joined the Seton Heart Institute at Seton Williamson in February 2011. He is Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Kalife has a special interest in the presence of coronary artery disease and peripheral vascular disease in diabetic patients and patients with chronic renal disease. He is also interested in the

Donors make the difference between a good hospital and a great hospital. Patients like Travis receive the best care possible -- thanks in large part to the investment the community makes in Seton Medical Center Williamson.

association of coronary artery disease and diabetes mellitus in the Hispanic population. He received his medical degree from the University of Monterrey, in Mexico, and completed his Internal Medicine residency and a Cardiology fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Heart Institute in Houston. He then completed a fellowship in Interventional Cardiology at the Scripps Clinic and Research Foundation in La Jolla, California. Dr. Kalife received several awards from the Baylor College of Medicine Residency program in recognition of his dedication to the development of medical residents. Your support helps ensure that doctors like Dr. Kalife and our talented cardiac team have the resources they need to provide the most advanced care to our patients, when they need it.

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Record-Breaking Donations for Seton Cares
The adage walking the walk reminds us to bring value to others while sticking to our own. As a donor, you demonstrate compassion and service for those in need--values dear to Seton as well. Seton Cares, an annual giving campaign, gives associates an opportunity to donate through Seton to support charity care, nursing education, emergency relief, Seton facilities and more. Inspired by how much you have given to support the hospital, SMCW leaders and associates stepped up and donated generously during the 2011 campaign. During the special six-week campaign in the fall, associates donated more than $46,000, a 26% increase over last year. Several members of the SMCW leadership team pledged a total of $75,000. Fifty-eight percent of SMCW associates participated, an 8% increase over last year. Fifty-seven percent of SMCW nurses participated in the nurses competition, a 16% increase over last year (a friendly competition between Seton WIlliamson and Seton Hays nurses).

More ways to make a difference

Join the New Seton Cornerstone Society!

And feel the power of collective philanthropy
Stones have been an important symbol for Seton Williamson since the ground blessing ceremony to celebrate the start of construction. During that event, civic leaders brought a stone from their respective communities to represent the foundation of a new relationship between residents of Williamson County and Seton WIlliamson. This theme inspired the name for a new annual giving club, the Seton Cornerstone Society. As a member of this group, you have the power to further the mission of Seton and its founders, the Daughters of Charity. There is a range of giving opportunities with different benefit levels for individual donors. Investment opportunities for businesses include event sponsorships, outreach and prevention programs, gift matching and scholarship endowments for continuing medical education. Become a Cornerstone! For more information, please contact Taylor Fry at the Seton Williamson Foundation, (512) 324-4061 or ttfry@seton.org.

Way to go SMCW team! Congratulations on topping last years donation total!

Board of Trustees Jim Schwertner, Chairman Charles Avery, III, Vice 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 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

SAVE ThE DATE

February 2, 2013
Seton Womens Development Boards An Affair to Remember - 5th Anniversary Ball 6 p.m., The Westin Austin at the Domain
Meet Your New Mascot! Candice Sullivan, a member of the Seton Womens Development Board, welcomed home her new puppy after having the winning bid at the Seton in the Heart of Texas event last November. Fittingly, she named her sweet pooch, Seton. Thanks to you and generous donors like Candice, Seton Williamson can continue to provide state-of-the-art care to its patients. Special thanks to auction co-chair Debbie Brethower who worked with Logan Ranch, the breeder who generously donated the cuddly Labradoodle.

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.

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