Stacey Popko, MD, MBA
About Stacey Popko, MD, MBA
Stacey Popko, MD, MBA, serves as the Associate Vice President and Managing Editor at MCG Health and has been involved with HearstLab as a Scout since 2021. With a background in medicine and healthcare administration, she has held various leadership roles in healthcare organizations, focusing on behavioral health and supporting women-led startups.
Current Role at MCG Health
Stacey Popko serves as the Associate Vice President and Managing Editor at MCG Health. She has held this position since 2021 and operates in the Greater Pittsburgh Region. In her role, she oversees editorial operations and contributes to the strategic direction of content initiatives within the organization.
Experience at HearstLab
Since 2021, Stacey Popko has worked as a HearstLab Scout, focusing on the Greater Pittsburgh Region. In this capacity, she provides expertise and networking connections to founders of women-led startups. Her role involves collaborating with emerging companies to enhance their business strategies and product functionalities.
Previous Positions at MCG Health
Stacey Popko previously worked at MCG Health in various editorial roles. She served as Associate Managing Editor from 2016 to 2017 and later as Managing Editor from 2017 to 2021. During her tenure, she innovated a content solution that became the fastest-growing product in the company's catalog, generating significant revenue.
Medical and Academic Background
Stacey Popko holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from Drexel University College of Medicine. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Healthcare Administration from Waynesburg University and a Bachelor of Arts in Premedical Sciences from Lehigh University. Her academic background supports her extensive experience in healthcare and medical leadership.
Leadership Experience at CIGNA Healthcare
Stacey Popko held multiple leadership roles at CIGNA Healthcare, including Chief Medical Officer for Cigna Onsite Health from 2013 to 2014 and Medical Director for Sales from 2008 to 2010. She also served as Medical Director for Health Advocacy from 2011 to 2013. Her experience at CIGNA Healthcare involved overseeing medical operations and advocating for health initiatives.