Dr. Licata is a highly regarded pediatric anesthesiologist at CHP, where he is known for his compassionate patient care and skillful management of complex perioperative cases.
Daniel was nominated for this award by Jennifer Fleegle-Vitsas, MSN, CRNA, who wrote in her nomination letter that “he is extremely caring and considerate” and carries with him an “unwavering loyalty and thoughtfulness to his colleagues.”
Dr. Lim will lead the Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative & Pain Medicine at the University of Utah's Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, bringing over a decade of experience in maternal health research, clinical innovation, and academic leadership.
Jennifer R. Kundick, MSN, CRNA, Joseph D. Borsuk, MS, CRNA, and Scott E. Licata, MD, received teaching awards for their exceptional dedication to SRNA education and clinical instruction.
On December 13, 2025, a team of volunteers from our department joined the Best of the Batch Foundation's annual Batch-A-Toys event, wrapping toys and household items for families in need throughout the Pittsburgh region.
They participated the Foster Love Project's Annual Bag Drive by collecting and donating six bags fully stocked with essential items children need when transitioning to a new home.
Working with Neighborhood Resilience, a Hill District community organization dedicated to supporting local residents, our CRNA team carefully selected presents to match the unique wish lists of 25 children across all age groups, from toddlers to teens, as well as five seniors.
The UPMC Presbyterian anesthesiology team collected over 70 food items for a local food bank and raised more than $2,600 to fulfill wish lists for two families through the Salvation Army's program.
Boris Anyama, MD, and Stephanie Parry, MD, both former residents and fellows, are now colleagues and faculty members who recently worked side by side to provide expert care for both mother and baby at UPMC Horizon.
Joanne has been the Administrative Coordinator at UPMC Altoona since 1998 and has been a vital team member and assistant to the Chief Anesthesiologist and CRNA Clinical Director throughout the hospital's evolution.
Julia Dixon-Ernst, MSN, CRNA and Erica Wiesen, MSN, CRNA, proudly represented our department at the 2025 UPMC Pathways to Work High School Career Event on Thursday, November 20.
Catalin S. Ezaru, MD, faculty member and anesthesiologist at the Department of Veterans Affairs Pittsburgh Healthcare System, has been promoted to Associate Professor of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, effective January 1, 2026.
Phillip Adams, DO, FASA, Associate Professor, has been appointed Co‑Editor‑in‑Chief of the Journal of Education in Perioperative Medicine following an open selection process conducted by the journal and the Society for Education in Anesthesia.
