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SUMMER 2014
the
MEDICAL PIONEERS
HEADING TO AUSTIN
IF YOU BUILD IT, THEY WILL COME.
In this issue, The Seton Fund Newsletter continues its series on the components of a teaching hospital
and what benefits will come to Austin, thanks to philanthropic support of Seton. This issue explores
clinical research and its role in the future of care.
This is a rare opportunity, and I wanted to be a part of it, said Dr. Warach,
who worked in Washington, D.C. as an NIH senior investigator, with a focus on
stroke research, since 1999. Something remarkable and extraordinary is about
to happen in Austin in terms of medical science. Seton Medical Center at The
University of Texas, the research institute and Dell Medical School will transform
Austin into a major hub for medical innovation and invention.
For the past three years, Dr. Warach, whose position was endowed through a
generous grant from The Cain Foundation, has been recruiting clinical scholars to join
the Austin faculty and creating the infrastructure to support a robust research program.
Our research office has started working with UT Austins research office to
harmonize our procedures, he explained. Theres a big advantage to the teaching
hospital and the medical school growing up together.
His goal is to have Seton conducting studies that will change lives on the day they
are publisheddiscoveries that will result in immediate improvements, across the
clinical spectrum, that help whole populations.
Renowned stroke researcher Steven Warach, MD, and the "super power" 3T MRI at Seton Medical Center Austin
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L E T T E R
F R O M
T H E
C H A I R M A N
Dan Herd
chair man
Pam Giblin
vice chair man
Jolynn Free
treasurer
Sister Catherine Brown, D.C.
Donna Carter
Scott Dunaway
Sister Gertrude Levy, D.C.
Greg Meserole
Pat Oles
Hal Peterson
Sam S. Roberts, III, M.D.
Clint Small
Timothy C. Taylor
Judy Trabulsi
Ben Vaughan, III
Mike Vollman
Chris Von Dohlen
senior staff leadership
THE MISSION
MOVES FORWARD
IN THE WORDS OF SISTER GERTRUDE, things are changing, but it will be good. She shared this
reassurance in response to the Daughters of Charitys announced departure from Austin. Like so many Seton
supporters, I will miss her and her colleagues. But her simple and confident statement gives us strong direction:
keep up the good work.
Weve got a great opportunity in front of us, some would say a once-in-a-generation opportunity, to forever
change delivery of health care in Austin. Many think that health care as a system has lost its way. The Daughters,
who need it.
To get there, we need you. The capital campaign for Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas, the
life trustees
Daughters, then you care about the success of this campaign. I encourage you to give generously in support
primary training site for Dell Medical School students, is gaining momentum. If you support the mission of the
This new teaching hospital, in partnership with Dell Medical School, will create a pipeline of new doctors and
attract top clinical researchers. It will also be home to newly discovered treatments and cures.
With your support, we will transform the health of our city.
Keep up the good work.
Dan Herd
Chairman
In her new home in Evansville, Sister Gertrude will serve as a volunteer at St. Marys Hospital and minister in a retirement community
for Daughters of Charity. It will be a happy reunion there as her
sister, Muriel, who is also a Daughter of Charity, lives at that same
retirement facility.
mission of Seton will last. Its in your hands now and it will be good.
It will be good.
in action and voice, have helped define a Seton solution to ensure the right care will always be available to all
Charles Scarborough
executive director, the seton fund
Sister leaves behind a powerful legacy of caring for the poor and
vulnerable. And though she says goodbye to Seton, she has faith in
the future.
Contents
Medical Pioneers Heading to Austin.................................................................... 1
A Tribute to Sister Gertrude................................................................................... 3
Dr. Buchanan Addresses Vatican Academy....................................................... 5
Ive heard people say when the Daughters are gone, things wont be
the same, she said. That is true. Nothing is ever the same, but the
SUMMER 2014
T H E S E TO N F U N D N E W S L E T T E R W W W. S E T O N F U N D .O R G
Seton has invested in this goal. Two state-of-the-art MRIs that will enhance
care and support groundbreaking stroke research, as well as cardiology and
oncology research, have been installed at Seton Medical Center Austin. This
effort will be funded, in part, through the fundraising efforts and support of
the Seton Development Board.
The intersection of Setons new teaching hospital, Dell Medical School, and new
research opportunities will create new jobs and economic prosperity for Austin.
The first step to good medicine is diagnosis, said Dr. Warach. I can only
think of a handful of 3T MRIs in the world that are located in an emergency
department, like here at Seton Medical Center Austin. This research, with this
technology, gives Austin absolute state-of-the-art stroke care.
As the worlds population ages and lives longer, more people will experience
Alzheimers and other ailments. The challenge is that seniors can feel like a
burden and worry about who will take care of them, Buchanan said.
Dr. Buchanan believes caring for those who are elderly and vulnerable is an expression
of our faith. Working at Seton is a calling for me, a calling of spirituality and
faith, he said. I am grateful to the Daughters of Charity whose work here has been
nothing short of miraculous.
Their guidance and lasting
example have prepared those
of us at Seton to continue
their work, and that, for me, is
an honor.
Buchanan believes he was chosen as a presenter at the Pontifical Academy for Lifes
20th Assembly because of his training in neurosurgery, psychiatry and neuroscience
research, bringing a broader and deeper perspective to the subject. Buchanan is one
of only 12 American members of the Academy.
He noted that biomedical sciences have improved the quality and length of life
through advancements in prevention and treatment of diseases of heart, lung and
other organ systems. However, because of the inherent complexities of brain science,
there has been a lag in neuroscience advancements.
Homegrown Innovation
Down the road, Dr. Warach envisions creating focused research institutes,
within Setons and UT Austins research enterprise, for neurosciences, population
health and cardiology, among others. There is nationwide interest in what
transpires. Im getting many calls from top-notch physicians who want to be
part of the next big thing here in Austin, said Dr. Warach.
New research will spur tremendous growth in the life sciences sector, including
biotech, pharmaceuticals, and medical devices. Growth in local life sciences
start-up companies will further diversify Austins technology focus beyond
hardware and software companies.
Austins 200+ life sciences companies will finally have a robust pool of
local clinical partners to test and commercialize innovations.
Growth of life sciences companies will result in 2,100 new permanent jobs.
$340 million in new economic activity will be generated by the life
sciences sector.
(source: TXP, Inc)
Jaron Santelli, MD
SUMMER 2014
T H E S E TO N F U N D N E W S L E T T E R W W W. S E T O N F U N D .O R G
Make Your
Will Known
PICTURED RIGHT Lucy Weber, Kate Henderson, Charley Scarborough, Tracey Bury, Sister Gertrude Levy, and Reenie Collins.
The Elizabeth Ann Seton Board hosted the record-setting EASB Live! Gala, Saturday,
April 12, raising more than $700,000 net to benefit the Seton Community Health
Centers and the Sister Gertrude Levy Endowment for the Poor. Guests enjoyed a
casual evening under the stars, with catering by 34th Street Caf, an incredible
auction, a live performance by Robert Earl Keen, an after-party featuring DJ Hear
No Evil, and late-night fare by P.Terrys and Stinsons Bistro. A special thank you to
our 2014 Gala Co-Chairs, Stephanie Jastrow and Lindsey Majors, and to Elizabeth
Ann Seton Board President Martha Dyess, for hosting this spectacular event.
PICTURED LEFT 2014 EASB Gala Co-Chairs Lindsey Majors and Stephanie Jastrow and 2014 EASB President
gift appropriately.
I hereby direct $
(or percent of my
LEADING
THE MISSION
Brazos Hall
Superheroes, Villians & Sidekicks
This costume-themed party will benefit construction and equipment for Setons new teaching hospital,
Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas. For sponsorships or more information, contact Susan Hewlitt
at schewlitt@seton.org or 512-324-3275, or visit setonfund.org/2014-Fiftyevent.
SUMMER 2014
T H E S E TO N F U N D N E W S L E T T E R W W W. S E T O N F U N D .O R G
3 THINGS
Left to right:
Candace Partridge, Lisa Youngblood,
Linda Lotz, Dr. Debra Patt, Robyn
Sperling, Marcia Levy, Susan Lubin,
Valerie Newberg, Nancy Zimmerman,
Susan Epstein and Sandy Miller.
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GLORIA'S STORY
cation, medical check-ups and community resources,
explained Rosimeiry. Gloria is learning to take control
of her own health.
Katherine sees Gloria each week and attends her
doctors appointments, helping navigate her care and
manage her medications. Its all about helping Gloria
find small victories, each day, in improving her health.
Its working. Gloria has changed her diet, lowered
her blood pressure and maintained her blood sugar
levels, which improves her memory. By staying on
course, going back to work is a real possibility.
Seton, Central Health and Dell Medical School
are partnering to create new models of carecare
that meets individual needs at the right time and right
place. You can support a healthier future for Austin
by supporting the campaign to build Seton Medical
Center at The University of Texas. For more information, contact the Seton Fund campaign office at
512-324-7990 or visit setonfund.org/newhospital.
DUE TO THE HARD WORK AND GENEROSITY OF MANY, we are very excited to announce that the Seton Breast Care Center is open
and seeing patients! Thank you for your donations which were so integral in making this dream a reality. You have truly made a difference in our
community by helping Seton provide this state-of-the-art technology in a relaxed spa-like facility designed around patient comfort and care. The
center offers a multi-disciplinary approach to providing personalized treatment and support to patients and their loved ones.
The Seton Breast Care Center is available to those seeking preventative care as well as those with a breast cancer diagnosis. We offer screening
mammograms and bone density scans, and have a resource library with computers and printed information about health and wellness related to
breast care, in addition to breast cancer-related resources. Remember: women 40 and over should schedule mammograms annually.
Lead donors and top Seton Pink Army fundraisers joined Seton clinical staff and the Seton Breast Care Center
steering committee and leadership to officially herald the opening of the new center at a special celebration
reception held February 27. Guests enjoyed wine and hors doeuvres, a brief program, the unveiling of donor
signage, and private tours. What a momentous occasion for celebration!
IMAGING SCHEDULING
512.324.1199
BREAST CARE CENTER
512.324.1025
Grateful patient Gloria Chapa with her care team.
THE SETON FUND NEWSLETTER is published twice each year for donors and friends of the Seton Fund. The newsletter is designed by Bucko Design. Photography by George Brainard, James Debth ,Ginny B, Jim Lincoln, David Rackley,
Mark Swendner and Mary Pat Waldron. Your feedback and suggestions are welcome at jhbiggart@seton.org. For more information about supporting Seton through a gift to the Seton Fund, call 512-324-1990 or visit www.setonfund.org.
For more information about the Seton Breast Care Center go to: Seton.net, click on Medical Services, and under
Specialty Centers select Seton Breast Care Center.
LYMPHEDEMA SCHEDULING
512-324-1025 option 4
PICTURED BELOW (LEFT TO RIGHT) Susan and Craig Lubin (The Susan and Craig Lubin Welcome Center was made possible
by a special gift from the Michael and Susan Dell Foundation); Louise Berndt and Joslyn Dobson (The Louise Berndt Boutique was
provided through a special gift from the Sean, Joslyn, Sean-Karl and Johanna Grace Dobson Foundation); Bill Dickson with Susan
Lubin (The ultrasound room was made possible through a gift from Bill Dickson in memory of his sister, Elizabeth Dickson Brennan).
PICTURED BELOW (LEFT TO RIGHT) Kelly Redding, Barbara Paul and Beth Rinke representing their family at the Nurse Navigators
Office, made possible by a gift from Barbara and Carl Paul in honor of their daughters, Beth, Kelly and Marnie; Andrea McWilliams
in front of the screening lounge that was given through the generosity of Andrea and Dean McWilliams; Bobby and Susan Epstein
(pictured) joined Paddy and Barry Epstein, and Sally and Burt Evans, to provide two patient consult lounges in memory of Jeanne
Burnstein.
PICTURED BELOW (LEFT TO RIGHT) Lisa and Wes Youngblood at the plaque dedication of the Staff Lounge and Conference Room made possible through their
generosity; Darryl Tocker, executive director of the Tocker Foundation, in the Resource Library generously donated by the Tocker Foundation in honor of Dr. Brooke
Sheldon; Nancy and Bruce Zimmerman in front of one of the two rooms they generously donated, the Medical Directors Office and the Staff Work Room.