Dr. Stacie Stephenson is an internationally recognized physician, bestselling author, and thought leader in functional and integrative medicine. She holds a Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine degree from Northwestern Health Sciences University (magna cum laude), a Doctor of Medicine from St. Matthews University School of Medicine, and post-doctoral training in clinical psychology at Adler Graduate School.

Dr. Stephenson has earned certifications and fellowships from the Institute for Functional Medicine, the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, and the American College of Nutrition, establishing her as one of the early pioneers of functional medicine in the United States.

For over two decades, Dr. Stephenson has focused her career on addressing the root causes of chronic disease, with expertise spanning cancer recovery, autoimmune conditions, gut health, hormone balance, and lifestyle-based interventions. She founded and directed multiple functional medicine clinics in the Midwest before serving as the Chair of Functional Medicine at Cancer Treatment Centers of America. In this role, she integrated cutting-edge lifestyle and nutritional therapies into patient care, bringing functional medicine to the oncology setting.

Dr. Stephenson is a member of leading organizations including the Institute for Functional Medicine, the American College of Nutrition, the American Academy of Environmental Medicine, and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. She has spoken nationally and internationally on genomics, cancer recovery, functional nutrition, and personalized lifestyle medicine, with appearances at major conferences, hospitals, and universities. She also hosted her own live radio program, Health News with Dr. Stacie Macari, and has been featured on national television outlets including Good Morning America, Extra, and The Dr. Oz Show.

In addition to her medical work, Dr. Stephenson is a dedicated philanthropist, serving as Vice Chair for Gateway for Cancer Research and as a board member for the American Nutrition Association. She was honored with the 2023 Unsung Hero Award for her philanthropic efforts supporting cancer research and patient-centered care.

Dr. Stephenson is also a powerful digital voice in health and wellness. Across TikTok, Instagram, and other platforms, she has built a thriving community of hundreds of thousands of followers, generating multi-millions of impressions each year. Her candid, accessible content empowers women, moms, and families to cut through the noise of the wellness industry and live more vibrant, informed, and healthy lives.

She is the author of two bestselling books—Glow: 90 Days to Create Your Vibrant Life from Within and Vibrant: A Groundbreaking Program to Get Energized, Own Your Health, and Glow—and continues to create educational resources, courses, and programs to empower individuals and families to take control of their health.

Her mission is simple but profound: to treat every patient and family with dignity, compassion, and respect, while equipping them with the knowledge and tools to prevent disease, restore balance, and thrive.