The Lezzer Family
Thanks, in part, to the Lezzer Family, life-saving 3D mammography technology is available at Penn Highlands Clearfield. This contribution, honoring Kenneth and Maurice Lezzer, reflects the family’s enduring commitment to the health and well-being of the communities where they live and work.
The Lezzer Family’s Impact on Women’s Health
- Advanced Detection: The gift funded Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (3D Mammography), which allows radiologists to examine breast tissue one layer at a time, catching abnormalities hidden in traditional 2D scans.
- Improved Outcomes: This technology is significantly more effective at detecting invasive cancers in their earliest, most treatable stages.
- Peace of Mind: By providing clearer, more detailed imaging, the Lezzer family’s contribution reduces the need for stressful callbacks and unnecessary biopsies for local women.
A plaque recognizing their generous contribution is placed in the waiting room of the Women’s Imaging Department at Penn Highlands Clearfield.
- Dave Lezzer, President of Lezzer Lumber Co.
Leonard S. Fiore
Leonard S. Fiore is a third-generation family owned, Central Pennsylvania based builder with thousands of projects completed in Pennsylvania and throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Healthcare construction is a core component of LSF’s building services portfolio.
LSF is proud to create spaces for enhanced healthcare services in our region and close to home.
- Leonard S. Fiore.
Fairman Family Foundation
The Fairman Family Foundation have been generous supporters of Penn Highlands Healthcare for over 15 years supporting Hahne Cancer Center and the Pediatric Outpatient Waiting Room at the Stern Center for Behavioral Health.
Yola Sekula: A Legacy of Service
Yola Sekula played a significant role in healthcare leadership. She was the first woman appointed to the DuBois Hospital Board of Directors, where she played a crucial role in the consolidation of DuBois and Maple Avenue Hospitals in 1982, forming DuBois Regional Medical Center. She also served as the secretary/treasurer of the new board.
Mrs. Sekula dedicated herself to serving the community through her volunteer work. She was an active member of the DuBois Hospital Grill & Gift Shop and the DuBois Hospital Auxiliary, where she served three terms as president.
Following her passing in 2021, her family honored her memory with a gift to the Women's Center at Penn Highlands DuBois. This generous donation recognizes her significant contributions to healthcare in the region.
A plaque depicting Mrs. Sekula's photo is displayed in the Center of Excellence Building on the Penn Highlands DuBois campus, outside the Women's Center doors.