Dr. David Popiel
Dr. David Popiel, Private Medical’s Chief Medical Officer, brings national medical leadership and hands-on primary care experience to strengthening the physician-member relationship.
He believes great primary care begins with knowing people well, understanding their goals, and helping them navigate their health over time. As both a practicing physician and medical leader, he brings a commitment to thoughtful, evidence-based care and the responsible use of medical advances. Board-certified in internal medicine, he earned his medical degree at Columbia University and a Master of Public Health at Johns Hopkins. His career includes leadership and teaching roles at George Washington University and service as Chief Medical Officer at Forward. He lives in San Francisco with his wife and two teenage children, and spends much of his free time on basketball courts with his family.
Exceptional physicians. A different model of care.
Our physicians bring deep clinical expertise, rigorous training, and a shared commitment to knowing the people they care for. Our primary care physicians maintain deliberately small patient panels, giving them the time to build meaningful relationships, think ahead, and take personal responsibility for your health.
Supported by experienced care teams, specialist colleagues, and an extensive external specialist network, they combine deeply personal attention with the reach and resources of a broader, independent practice. Together, they help members navigate complex healthcare decisions and thoughtfully evaluate advances in medicine, with clinical judgment and patient safety at the forefront.