Alyssa grew up in West Bend, Wisconsin. She attended the University of Wisconsin – Madison for her undergraduate degree where she majored in genetics and genomics and neurobiology with a certificate in leadership. At that time, she also developed a passion for addressing social determinants of health. She found she could combine these passions through a career in medicine and attended the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in Madison where she solidified her interests in pediatric medicine and legislative advocacy.

Outside of medicine, Alyssa loves to spend time outdoors hiking, running, and playing tennis. She also enjoys spending time with her friends and family, reading, doing hot yoga, and trying new restaurants.