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Supporting Seton Medical Center Williamson, a member of the Seton Healthcare FamilyA newsletter for friends of the Seton Williamson Foundation
Meet the Doctor
BodyTomTM Takes State-of-Art Imaging
‘Door to Door’
Feature:
A New Home, a Healthy New Start
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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.
A New Home, a Healthy New StartPatient moves to be near Seton Williamson’s expert care
Fall2012
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pg.4SMCW patient Tracy McAfee with her daughter Christina
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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 daughter’s home in Round
Rock to be near Seton Williamson.
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 life’s
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 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 region’s only superDimension, made possible at Seton Williamson
by the generosity and foresight of our friends, provides a three-
dimensional roadmap of the lungs. It can map even the tiniest
branches of the lungs where traditional diagnostics cannot reach,
making early diagnosis possible.
“Basically, the ‘superD’ works like a GPS to map the location of the
nodules so I can target them for biopsy,” said Dr. Soubra.
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 Tracy’s 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.”
Tracy is feeling better. She regularly attends therapy at Seton
Williamson to regain strength and mobility following her brain
surgery. But despite it all, she says she’s lucky.
“My daughter has been with me every step of the way, and I wouldn’t
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. It’s a beautiful place.”
Faced with an exciting opportunity to create an innovative ICU at Seton Williamson, Dr. Said Soubra, an esteemed member of the faculty at Houston’s Baylor College of Medicine, moved to Round Rock.
Over the past few years, he’s 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.
Personally and professionally, he’s happy he made the move here. “I really value the close relationship between the physicians and the hospital’s 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 Williamson’s 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. Luke’s Episcopal Hospital in Houston, has special expertise in pulmonary vascular disease and interventional pulmonology—bringing the most advanced diagnostic and treatment methods for lung disease to the patients of Seton Williamson.
Meet the DoctorSaid Soubra, MD - Pulmonary Disease, Critical Care Medicine, Sleep Medicine
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“Having a community
of donors willing to
invest in the latest
skills and technology
is vital to saving lives.”
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More ways to make a difference
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 [email protected].
Create a Win-Win End to 2012
Imagine a new dad who crashes his motorcycle on
his way home from work. EMS quickly transports him
to Seton WIlliamson’s Emergency Department. In the
operating room, the expert team at SMCW’s 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 man’s 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,
SMCW’s 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.
BodyTomTM Takes State-of-Art Imaging ‘Door to Door’
The challenge is on!
In affiliation with Dell Children’s Medical Center of Central Texas, the
region’s 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 sub-
specialist 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 Williamson’s Pediatric Program.
This is key during cold and flu season.
The eight-bed pediatric unit is supported by a team of Dell Children’s-
trained 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 you’ve played in the growth and success of the medical
center. It’s 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.
You are helping children in Williamson County
Pediatric Program Keeps Your Kids Close to Home
201 Seton Parkway • Round Rock, TX 78665P 512.324.4090 • F 512.324.4657 • setonwilliamsonfdn.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.
Board of TrusteesJim Schwertner, Chairman
David Hays, SecretaryTroy Rodriguez, Treasurer
Ty BarhoNancy CrouseBryan FarneyDan Gattis, Jr.Randy Howry
John KiltzFrank Krenek
Frank LeffingwellBetty LordDon MartinSteve Peña
Laura RobinsonJeff Rusk
Bonnie SellsDavid Singleton
Life TrusteeJudy McLeod
Ex-Officio MembersBrian Aldred, MD
Donna Budak, FAHP, CFREJesus Garza
Kenneth L. Gladish, PhDMichelle Robertson, RN, BSN, MBA
Community Volunteer Leadership
Mary StegerSeton Women’s Development Board
Nancy CrouseCraig McCurdy
Seton Circle
Upcoming Events Your vote counts
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 [email protected]. For more information about support provided by the Seton Williamson Foundation, visit setonwilliamsonfdn.org.
Seton Circle to Select Grant Recipients
Join the action!
Nov. 8 An Affair to Remember Cocktail Reception honoring physicians and sponsors,
6:30 to 8 p.m., Seton Williamson in the main lobby
Dec. 16 Seton Circle Christmas Party, more details to come
Feb. 2013Seton Circle Social - Wine Tasting
March 26, 2013Seton Circle Meeting - Grant Presentation
May 6, 2013Annual Foundation Celebration
Seton Women’s Development Board presents
Seton Williamson’s 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 [email protected].)
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.
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 [email protected].
Be part of the legacy
Become a Cornerstone!
You’ll 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 you’ll join us for a memorable evening benefitting building and equipment needs at Seton Williamson.
(Special thanks to Lillibridge for sponsoring this event.)
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 [email protected].
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.
