Heather Lopez

Heather Lopez has a diverse work history spanning multiple industries. Heather began their career at St Mary's Healthcare Amsterdam in 2005, working as a Customer Service Representative/Financial Counselor. Heather then moved on to Eastern Medical Support in 2007, where they served as a Senior Sales Manager. In 2010, they returned to St Mary's Healthcare Amsterdam and took on various roles, including PFS Analyst, Practice Manager for Specialty Care, Provider Relations Manager, and Per diem Director of Primary & Urgent Care. Heather joined the Medical Society of the State of New York in 2021 as the Director of Physician Payment & Practice. Most recently, they were promoted to the role of Vice President in January 2022.

Heather Lopez completed their education with a Master of Science degree in Integrated Healthcare Management from Western Governors University in the year 2018. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Human Theory with a concentration in Economic Change and a minor in Criminal Justice from SUNY Empire State College between 2004 and 2007. Earlier in their education, they earned an Associate's degree in General Studies from Fulton-Montgomery Community College during the period from 2000 to 2002.

Heather also holds several additional certifications. In July 2017, they obtained a certification in Leadership Formation from Ascension. In November 2012, they obtained the certification "Coaching For HEALTHcare Leaders" from Fulton-Montgomery Community College. It is worth noting that Heather has also received certifications as a Tier II Emerging Leader from both St Mary's Healthcare Amsterdam and Fulton-Montgomery Community College, although the months and years of the certifications are not specified.