Samuel McGrath, MD - Beacon Medical Group Oncology South Bend

Hourly parking fees are collected for Memorial campus garages. Exit kiosks use credit cards only; walk-up cash or card payment kiosks available on the third floor in the hospital's elevator E lobby by the Childbirth Unit entrance as well as the third floor in the Centennial Medical Plaza in the elevator lobby. Cash or credit is accepted at the payment stations. Drivers pay for tickets before returning to their vehicles and then insert the paid ticket into the machine at the exit gate of the parking garage. We offer a 50% discount for patients; please have your ticket validated before leaving. Parking Rates: 0–1 hour: $4.00 1–3 hours $6.00 3–6 hours $8.00 6–8 hours $10.00 8–24 hours $12.00 No Ticket - $12.00

Dr. M. Uzair Saqlain sees himself as a coach as much as he is an oncologist. "Oncology is a specialty where you develop a strong and special bond with your patients," Dr. Saqlain said. "That bond often begins in the most difficult and uncertain time for our patients and together we form a team with the ultimate goal of returning them to their lives." While Dr. Saqlain realized his passion for medicine early in high school, he did not decide to pursue oncology until his residency in the U.S. "I am inspired by the strength, determination and courage of patients undergoing cancer treatment," he said. "People ask me why I chose a specialty that is sometimes emotionally taxing. I feel this is the most satisfying job, because I am able to help patients when others might lose hope." Like many physicians, Dr. Saqlain has learned to listen carefully to his patients, because the details they share are often better than tests. Medicine today is not one-sided. "My greatest hope is that patients find me approachable and honest. I coach and guide, but they are in charge," he said. "I am driven by the desire to help them at their most vulnerable time, hold their hand and guide them on their journey." In his own words: What was your favorite subject in school and your worst subject? I loved biology and zoology, but I did not enjoy math. As I look back, I think it may be because everyone in my family was superb at math so it was a lot of pressure. What was your first job? I started building gaming computers for my friends and relatives. What book is on your nightstand? "When Breath Becomes Air" by Paul Kalanithi. It's a memoir about his life and fight against stage IV metastatic lung cancer. What do you enjoy outside of work? I like to explore technology, especially smart homes and automation. I listen to music when I have time. I'm a country music fan.

Dr. Thomas received his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed his residency in general surgery at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan and The Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney, Australia. He also completed his trauma fellowship at The Royal North Shore Hospital in Sydney. Board certified in surgery, Dr. Thomas is Chief of Trauma Services for Beacon Health System and answers as Medical Director of Trauma Services at Memorial Hospital of South Bend. He has been instrumental in strengthening the quality and expanding the capabilities of the area's leading trauma program. He is a member of the American Trauma Society and a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Thomas, who has served on numerous medical committees and councils, has conducted a variety of presentations and panel discussions regionally, statewide and internationally.