Staff Spotlight: Meet Medical Records Specialist Alexis Lopez!

Get to know the men and women at the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services who serve those who sacrificed for our freedoms.

The ADVS Staff Spotlight will be published every second and fourth Friday of the month on the ADVS social media pages and website with tidbits and fun facts about our employees.

The Staff Spotlight will highlight staff from all of our departments within ADVS including our Executive staff, Veterans Services Division, Arizona Veterans’ Memorial Cemeteries, Arizona State Veteran Homes and more!

This week’s Staff Spotlight features our Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson Medical Records Specialist Alexis Lopez!

 Name: Alexis Lopez

Role at ADVS: Medical Records Specialist

When did you start at ADVS: September 5, 2023

Did you serve in the military: Yes, I have been serving in the Air Force Reserves for the past two years and counting!

Did anyone in your family serve: My brother is also currently in the Marine Corps.

What do you do at ADVS: I work with the medical records, assisting with the Veterans at the home and ensuring that all records are accurate and up to date.

Why did you decide to join ADVS: As an active service member, I developed a passion for helping Veterans.

Why is your job important to helping Arizona Veterans: Veterans wouldn't know what medications, surgeries or doctors that they need to be scheduled with nor would they be able to keep track of their records without our medical records specialists.

What do you enjoy about working at ADVS: I enjoy the people and the work environment, I come into work every day with a smile on my face!

Outside of ADVS, what do you enjoy doing: Working out, running, painting, reading and spending time with my boyfriend, family and dogs.

Thank you for the work you do for our Arizona Veterans!