The Catalyst Issue 15 | November 2012 | Page 22

New Bone and Joint Institute continued additional expertise, and is a way of efficiently treating them,” says spine surgeon and McLane Children’s Hospital Scott & White adolescent scoliosis specialist Mark Rahm, MD, associate professor of surgery at the Texas A&M Health Science Center College of Medicine. An integrated model helps caregivers decide on a best course of treatment for patients, too. “Having spine care specialists, such as physicians in physical medicine and rehabilitation, working in collaboration is key. Many patients with back pain don’t actually need surgery. It’s about taking an individual On our wish list EOS™ TECHNOLOGY Philanthropy has played a significant role in helping to bring the Bone and Joint Institute to life. To date, $1 million of the $6 million goal has been raised. To fill the new space with current technology that will enhance our patients’ diagnoses and treatments, we need continued support from the community. One example of a recent advance is the Nobel Prizewinning technology of the Eos platform, which captures head-to-toe 3-D images of the skeletal frame. This approach is particularly helpful for assessing balance and joint stress in patients with spine, hip, and knee problems, such as scoliosis and lower extremity deformities. Features that set EOS apart from traditional X-rays or CT scans include: 1. Capturing a full or partial body image 2. Reduction in radiation dose 3. Obtaining multiplanar images in an upright weight-bearing position (unavailable in CT scans) The cost of the platform is $680,000. Please call the Scott & White Healthcare Foundation at 800-293-4483, if you would like more information or are interested in funding this equipment. 22 The Catalyst November 12 | sw.org approach and developing the best solution for each patient. It’s a ‘winwin’ for all, and is what our referring physicians want, too.” The new Bone and Joint Institute will advance the care of patients for years to come. It’s a true model of healthcare delivery for the future. n