Influential Woman · Healthcare, Literature

Meagan Brown

Population Health Manager, Author, --

Brownstown, MI

3Awards received

Certifications · Degrees · Memberships

Degree Doctorate in Healthcare Administration (in progress) - Franklin University Degree Master's in Healthcare Administration Degree Bachelor's in Business Administration Degree Associate in Health Services Administration

Her Story

About Meagan

I started my healthcare journey over a decade ago after having my daughter when I was 16 years old. I've always had a passion for wanting to go into the medical field, but not so much clinical work. I began as a dietary aide, then became an environmental specialist, and I remember watching the board secretaries and thinking I wanted to sit at the desk like them. That motivated me to go back to school. During COVID, I worked my way up to a remote position as a program coordinator, then became a patient care advocate, then a population health quality coordinator, and now I'm a population health manager leading a team of community health workers at MyCare Health Center, a federally qualified health center. My team helps patients with scheduling appointments and addressing social determinants of health issues like food assistance and Medicaid benefits. I have a passion for healthcare because I love helping people and want to make a difference. Outside of healthcare, I'm also an author. My book is a self-help but urban fiction story that deals with a lot of different issues that women often face, such as trauma. My experience working in healthcare helped me with writing my book, and it's currently in the Detroit Library System. I've sold out copies at the National Black Book Festival in Houston and will be attending the National Book Club Conference in Atlanta and the Detroit Festival of Books at Eastern Market.

Quick Facts

IndustryHealthcare, Literature
Based inBrownstown, MI
Specialty Healthcare Administration, Population Health Management, Community Health
- Writing and Literature
Volunteers with Gleaners Community Food Bank

Her Interview

Ten minutes with Meagan

01What do you attribute your success to?

I attribute my success to how far I've come along and just pushing through. A decade ago, I was a dietary aide, and now I'm working in management. I never gave up and kept going, no matter what challenges I faced. Even when I lost my job at Meridian, someone told me I was way too overqualified to accept certain positions and that I should be accepting higher-up positions. That advice to never settle for less has stayed with me. I went back to school when I was 26 and graduated with my master's at 29, and I'm still in school for my doctorate. It's never too late to pursue your goals.

02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

The best career advice I've ever received was to never settle for anything, never settle for less. When I lost my job when I was working at Meridian, a lady told me that I was way too overqualified to accept the position I was considering, and that I should be accepting a higher-up position instead. That advice has stuck with me throughout my career and has pushed me to always aim higher and not accept less than what I'm worth.

03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?

My advice to young women entering my industry is to never give up - it's never too late. I don't care what your circumstances are, if you want to go back to school, go back to school. I went back to school when I was 26, and I graduated with my master's at 29. And I'm still in school for my doctorate. You're never done learning and growing. Don't let age, circumstances, or setbacks stop you from pursuing your goals and dreams.

04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?

The biggest challenge I would say is job security, because job security isn't what it used to be, especially in big major corporations. However, even though job security might be an issue, you can always go elsewhere in healthcare. You can go anywhere to get a job pretty much anywhere in the healthcare field, so there are still plenty of opportunities available.

05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?

The values most important to me are being able to grow and having opportunities for growth. That's a big part of why I do what I do and why I continue to push myself forward in my career and education. I also value helping people and making a difference, which is why I have such a passion for healthcare. Additionally, I want to be an inspiration to other women, showing them what's possible no matter where you start from.

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