02/10/2026
Erie's own Betsy Lopez, Director of Health Center Operations at Erie Foster Avenue Health Center, was one of 14 professionals from around the country to receive the Geiger Gibson Program in Community Health Emerging Leader Award in Washington D.C. on February 9th. This award celebrates young leaders whose work has helped further the health center mission of accessible, affordable health care and better health for our communities.
Betsy is a true champion for Erie's patients and team members. Erie is proud of her for receiving this prestigious recognition, grateful for her creative, strategic and collaborative leadership, and excited to see her make an impact in her career to come.
Betsy has steadily advanced at Erie over 12 years, becoming known for her calm, capable leadership, talent for coaching, and ability to guide teams through challenges. Betsy leads with heart, and those around her are inspired by her dedication and deep empathy for her patients. We are proud of her for this prestigious recognition, and excited to watch her continue to make impactful contributions to community health.