Our Staff
Jim Fisher
President, Chair of the Executive Committee
"I believe it is important to contribute in some fashion to the community in which one lives. La Familia presented a wonderful opportunity for me to do so." Jim Fisher joined the board in 2005. He has a BA and an MBA from the University of Kansas. He has a diverse professional background in various industries with over thirty years experience in management, marketing and business development. More
Ramona Flores-Lopez
Vice President
"As a long term patient, I am committed to the sustainability and growth of LFMC as a safety net provider of comprehensive health services to residents of Santa Fe and surrounding communities." Mrs. Flores-Lopez had served on the Board of LFMC since 2003. She recently retired as board president and is serving on the Executive Committee as Secretary. Ramona has a Master of Science, Urban and Policy... More
Charles Smith, MD
Treasurer
"I am privileged to serve on the Board of La Familia Medical Center because it places patients first, is intently focused on its mission, and is very important to the community." Dr. Smith joined the Board in 2007. He chairs the Finance Committee. Dr. Smith practiced and taught medicine, then became Chief of Medicine, and subsequently Medical Director of a major, not-for-profit, teaching health ca... More
Andrew Montgomery, Esq.
Secretary
"I am a longtime admirer of La Familia and its devoted health providers and staff. My wife Liz and I believe that LFMC fills a vital need in the community that would otherwise go unmet. I joined the board in the hope that I might help LFMC achieve its important mission." Mr. Montgomery joined the board in 2003. He recently served as Vice President but has assumed the duties of Secretary for what wi... More
Larry Cohen, MD
"I am honored and grateful to have been chosen to serve on the board of La Familia Medical Center. Their mission to serve a significant, diverse and often underprivileged group of our society is most important to our city and culture." Dr. Cohen joined the board in 2011. He will serve on the Human Resources and Performance Improvement Committees. Dr. Cohen is a retired Radiologist. He received... More
Bill Lazar
Chair, Human Resources Committee
Bill Lazar also serves on the Development Committee. He joined the Board in 2010. Bill, a native Santa Fean, is an attorney employed by the Criminal Appeals Division of the NM Attorney General's office. More
Nancy Lehrhaupt, CFNP
"I believe in the La Familia mission of providing health care to those who need it most and can afford it the least. I make this connection due to my work with the frail, underserved, oft times forgotten elderly in nursing homes. I am honored to serve on the board of such a worthy organizations." Ms. Lehrhaupt joined the Board in 2011. She serves on the Performance Improvement Committee and the Dev... More
Lourdes Lopez
"I joined La Familia Board because I saw a need to assist families who have no insurance and whose income prevents them from getting health care. I believe health care is part of every person's social right just like affordable housing, education, and jobs." Ms. Lopez serves on the Development Committee. She joined the Board in 2005. She received a BBA from the College of Santa Fe. Lourdes... More
Creceida Mendez
Ms. Mendez joined the Board in 2007. More
Randy Murray
"I have been a patient at LFMC for five years and because of the exemplary service I have received I want to focus on giving back to La Familia in my capacity as a member of the development committee" Mr. Murray serves on the Development Committee. He joined the Board in 2011. He has a BS from University of California Berkeley and an MBA from Stanford University. Randy worked in the banking ind... More
Beverly Russell
"I became familiar with the work of LFMC early in my career and had varying working relationships with the clinic in each of my positions with state government. Becoming a board member is a natural fit as I look to providing volunteer service to the community." Ms. Russell joined the board for the third time in 2011. She is retired from state government after twenty-five plus years in various progr... More
Mark Simpson
Mark joined the board in 2005. He is a member at large who is also a statewide advocate for behavioral health. Mark is semi-retired. He has 35 years experience in sales, public relations and marketing. More
Jody Soper
Chair, Nominating Committee
"You would be hard pressed to find another non-profit which benefits Santa Fe as much as La Familia does. It’s medical and dental services impact over 20,000 patients. I am proud to serve on its board." Jody Soper joined the Board in 2005. In addition to chairing the Nominating Committee, Ms. Soper serves on the Development Committee. Ms. Soper has an undergraduate degree in Latin American... More
Sharon Tison
Chair, Audit Committee
"I have a strong belief that excellent health care is a right, not a privilege. I was looking for a way to give back to the community and jumped at the opportunity to serve on the LFMC board." Ms. Tison also serves on the Finance Committee. She joined the Board in 2011. Sharon received her BS degree in Mathematics and Education from NC State University and her accounting training from Santa Fe Com... More