Scott Thomas, MD - Beacon Medical Group Trauma & Surgical Services

Samuel McGrath, M.D., is board-certified radiation oncologist who has been practicing at Memorial Hospital of South Bend since 2010. He completed his internship and residency at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan. While at William Beaumont, Dr. McGrath had the opportunity to train under several nationally renowned radiation oncologists, acquiring valuable experience with advanced treatment planning and delivery techniques, including radiosurgery, brachytherapy and IMRT/IGRT. He received his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan, graduating with highest distinction as a member of the Alpha Omega Alpha national medical honor society. Prior to this, he completed his bachelor's degree in chemistry at Indiana University, Bloomington, where he graduated summa cum laude and as a member of the Phi Beta Kappa honor society. Dr. McGrath has published on a variety of topics, including prostate, breast and lung cancer. He is an active member of the American Society of Therapeutic Radiology and Oncology.

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.