Radiology Associates is proud to announce the Yale-trained radiologist has joined the company’s “Pink Dream Team” interpreting women's imaging exams specializing in mammography as well as musculoskeletal images. Dr. Stackhouse is married to Donald Stackhouse, a former U.S. Navy officer, who is now pursuing a Masters in Business Administration. The couple has a newborn son.

Education & Experience:University of Michigan – Ann Arbor - UndergraduateTulane University School of Medicine – Medical SchoolTulane University School of Public Health & Tropical Medicine - Masters in Public Health in Health Systems ManagementNorwalk Hospital – Internal Medicine InternshipYale New Haven Hospital Diagnostic Radiology ResidencyBreast Imaging Fellowship, Smilow Cancer Hospital at Yale New Haven Hospital - New Haven, ConnecticutMusculoskeletal Imaging Fellowship, Yale New Haven Hospital - New Haven, Connecticut

What attracted you to the field of radiology? During medical school, I had a very difficult time deciding which specialty to choose since I loved everything! Radiology became the natural choice as it is interwoven throughout the other special-ties. I now have the privilege to care for a diverse group of patients and work with physicians of every specialty. The constant change inherent in the field of radiology is also very appealing as I forever strive to provide the highest level of care to my patients. What made you choose your fellow-ship or specific area of concentration?

I completed two fellowships at Yale New Haven Hospital - Breast Imaging and Musculoskeletal Imaging. I chose them in part because they allowed me the greatest amount of patient interaction with a large amount of procedures.

The physical and emotional comfort of my patients is the highest priority. I love to hear my patients exclaim, "that wasn't so bad" at the end of their biopsy. I am particularly drawn to breast imaging given the high prevalence of breast cancer. It’s a scary diagnosis and I am committed to easing the anxiety of my patients through education and a high degree of accessibility to me for any questions. Given the advances that have been and are still being made in breast imaging, we have the ability to detect cancer earlier and make a difference in the lives of our patients.

What is your philosophy on patient care?

All of my patients are VIPs! I treat each patient as though they were family, giving them the absolute best care possible and easing any fears or anxiety. Each patient receives my undivided attention and has the opportunity to have any questions answered. I realize that although I have performed many biopsies and do so everyday, my patients have not. I talk them through each step of the procedure so there will be "no surprises." I am also dedicated to a team approach for patient care and welcome all communication with referring clinicians, pathologists and office staff.

What do most people not know about you? I grew up in the Midwest where I was a competi-tive figure skater and concert oboist. I met my husband at Mardi Gras while I was in medical school. He was deployed overseas for a year and a half of the three years we dated before we were married in the Caribbean. I was honored to complete my residency and fellowship at Yale New Haven Hospital where the dedication to my education was humbling and inspiring.

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Rebecca Stackhouse, M.D., M.P.H.Breast Imaging FellowMusculoskeletal Imaging Fellow

In honor of October as Breast Cancer Awareness month, Radiology Associates is hosting month-long activities – all benefitting the American Cancer Society. ACS provides cancer patients and their families services and programs such as wigs and rides to and from chemotherapy appointments, as well as other support and educational services. In 2012, Radiology Associates raised more than $25,000 and we hope to top that in 2013!

Pink Pumpkins For The CureSaturday, October 59 a.m. – 2 p.m. (or until the pumpkins run out!)KIII-TV 3 Studios – 5002 S.P.I.D.Donations of $20 - $25 per pumpkin

Visit our pink pumpkin patch! This year we have paired with the Funkins Company to offer artificial, carveable pumpkins. These pumpkins will last a life time and people can help support and show awareness for breast cancer with a pink pumpkin on their porch all year long!

Pink Ladies Hit the Streets Again!We want to see you! Get your photo with our Pink Ladies and post it to our Facebook page! The live group of ladies completely covered from head to toe in spandex – seven in pink, one in white – will hit local events and locales throughout the month of October. They represent the sobering statistic that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. “Like us” to hear about exact locations and to see your and other’s photos!

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K Walk & RunHosted by the American Cancer SocietySaturday, October 19Registration – 7:30 a.m.Walk/Run Begins - 9 a.m.Water Gardens – Downtown Corpus Christiwww.makingstrideswalk.orgCome walk with us! Join our team or create your own for this non-competitive fun 5K walk and run. Since 1993, nearly six million walkers have raised more than $400 million.

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FOR SKIPPING YOURMAMMOGRAM?

WHAT’S YOUR

E CUSEEXCUSE VS.FACT

Fact is, mammograms save lives. Don’t let your excuse cost you yours.

Most screening mammograms are covered by private insurance.Radiology Associates offers discounts and payment plans (for those withoutinsurance).

I can't afford amammogram.

The average woman will feelslight discomfort to no pain at all.They are too painful.

A mammogram can detect cancer in its early stages that cannot be feltthrough a self-breast exam.

I don't need onebecause my self-

exams are normal.

25% of women with breast cancer are younger than 50 years old.

I’m too young toget breast cancer.

Over 85% of women who get breast cancer do not have family history.

I have no history of breast cancer

in my family.

I don't have time for a mammogram.

Typically you are in and out in 30 minutes. Additionally, Radiology Associates offers Saturday and a�er hour appointments.

“The building was beauti-

ful – it reminds me of

nature and being out in a

forest. The staff was very

friendly and compassion-

ate. They treated me with

great respect and I appre-

ciated that. My technolo-

gist showed me around

the building and explained

the procedure in detail

and the receptionist and

concierge were awesome.”

-Sonia MolinaCorpus Christi

Mammogram Patient

Radiology Associates –

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As the most common form of dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease affects memory, judgment and other mental functions. Scientists cite genetics, family history, and age as the most important risk factors. Other risk factors which are emerging as relational include head trauma, diet, exercise, heart health, tobacco, alcohol, and loneliness or lack of daily stimulation.

Until now, doctors have only been able to diagnose the disease by clinical evaluation. This includes a detailed patient history, observing patients, and administering physical and mental tests. Currently, a definitive diagnosis can only be obtained through direct inspection of the brain looking for beta-amyloid placques and tau tangles after death during an autopsy. However, a new type of brain scan is now available to assist physicians in an Alzheimer's Disease diagnosis.

“There is new hope that a diagnosis of Alzheimer's will result in more informed treatment decisions that can be made sooner if physicians are aware of a large presence of beta-amyloid placques, a known component of Alzheimer’s,” says Everett Gayle, a radiologist at Radiology Associates.

It is believed that Alzheimer's is caused by an overabundance of beta-amyloid placques in the brain. While everyone may accumulate beta-amyloid placques as they age, patients with Alzheimer's have a larger quantity. Just as cholesterol can clog arteries and lead to cardiovascular disease, amyloid placques can build up in the brain and interfere with normal neurological function.

Approved by the Federal Drug Administration in 2012, the Amyvid PET/CT Brain Scan was developed to detect beta-amyloid plaques. Radiology Associates is the first and only organization to offer the test in the Coastal Bend.

During the PET brain exam, a radioactive imaging agent, Amyvid, is injected through an IV. Amyvid binds to the beta-amyloid plaques allowing them to be seen on the PET brain scan. A scan detecting very few beta-amyloid placques does not favor a diagnosis of Alzheimer's at the time of the exam. A scan demonstrating moderate to frequent beta-amyloid placquing must be considered in the context of the patient's age and clinical findings since normal individuals may have beta-amyloid placquing, increasing with age.

“Because there are several types of dementia, the real benefit of this new tool is in eliminating the diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease in individuals with a negative scan since very few beta-amyloid placques is inconsistent with Alzheimer's Disease. Clinicians can then look for other causes of cognitive decline,” says Gayle.

More than 40 radiologists, staff and family members put on their "bones" shirts again and rolled up their sleeves to paint the exterior of the Family Outreach - Corpus Christi. Family Outreach is a non-profit organization which offers support services to strengthen local families. The all-volunteer group from Radiology Associates "adopted" the organization for 2013 - collecting food and clothing, as well as painting the interior and exterior of their building.

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Radiology Associates First, Only in Coastal Bend To Offer Amyvid PET/CT Brain Scan for Alzheimer’s Disease

No bones about it… “Skeleton Crew” strikes again!

Alzheimer’s Disease… By The Numbers• #1 cause for long term care in assisted living facilities

• 6th leading cause of death in the U.S.

• More than 5 million Americans are living with the disease

• Today, an American is diagnosed every 68 seconds

• 1 in 3 seniors dies with the disease or other dementia

• In 2013, the disease will cost the nation $203 billion. This is expected to rise to $1.2 trillion by 2050.

Actual Amyvid images from Radiology Associates state of the art PET/CT scanner

Andrew Donald Stackhouse was born July 31, 2013 weighing in at 7 lbs. 11 oz. and 19.75 inches. Proud parents Donald and Dr. Rebecca Stackhouse, a new radiologist at Radiology Associates, say “We are head over heels in love with him!”

Welcome Baby Stackhouse!