UPMC Horizon welcomes new board members

Farrell and Greenville, PA — The UPMC Horizon board of directors recently welcomed four new members: Mary D’Auria, DO; Tulio Estrada, MD; Steven Gargasz; and Larry Pifer.

A lifelong resident of the Shenango Valley, Dr. D’Auria graduated from what is now known as Kennedy Catholic High School, Hermitage. She earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Westminster College and a medical degree from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Her post-graduate training included an internship at what is today the UPMC Horizon Shenango Valley campus. Shortly thereafter, she entered into private practice and is currently the managing partner in practice with her husband, Charles E. D’Auria, DO.

Dr. D’Auria enjoys spending time with her family including three children: Steven, 21, a senior at Notre Dame University who plans to attend medical school; Jennifer, 19, a freshman at Notre Dame; and Rachel, 11, a student in the Sharpsville School District.

Dr. Estrada practices with Consultants in Cardiology, Inc., Greenville, and has been a member of UPMC Horizon’s medical staff since 1995. He received his medical degree in Colombia and completed internal medicine residencies in both Colombia and at Tulane Medical School, New Orleans, La. Dr. Estrada also received advanced training in heart failure, cardiac transplant, clinical cardiology, and nuclear cardiology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.

A fellow of the American College of Cardiology and a member of the American Society of Nuclear Cardiology, Dr. Estrada is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine in internal medicine, cardiovascular disease, and nuclear cardiology.
Dr. Estrada and his wife, Clara, are residents of Greenville.

Mr. Gargasz, president and publisher of The Record-Argus, has worked for 17 years at the Greenville-based local newspaper. He is a member of the Greenville Lions Club. His family including wife, Lori, and their son, Tommy, 1 are residents of South Pymatuning Township.

Mr. Pifer is a financial consultant with Prudential Financial Services. A graduate of Sharon High School, he received a degree in financial management from American College, Bryn Mawr, Pa.

Mr. Pifer actively volunteers within his church, Victory Christian Center in Lowellville, Ohio, where he serves as a deacon and offers financial counseling. He also enjoys playing golf. His family including wife, Sally and three stepsons are residents of Hermitage.

The Board of Directors and the Executive Team of UPMC Horizon extend a warm welcome to its newest board members.

Contact: Erin Palko, public relations manager, 724-589-8107