Throughout Summer 2025, the NC InCK team had the opportunity to collaborate with a group of phenomenal interns. Some of this past semester’s work included research to inform future local policy, an in-depth exploration of the Integration Consultant role, and reflections on system-level drivers of health inequities. Each intern brought a unique lens to NC InCK’s mission of building systems that support child and family health. Read on to learn more about their work, insights, and experiences. The NC InCK team is grateful for all of their work and the experiences we had along the way!
Claire Sibold is a fourth-year medical student at Duke applying to family medicine. She was drawn to NC InCK’s mission to build systems that holistically support children and their families and particularly valued the opportunity to conduct research evaluations that could influence local policy. At NC InCK, Claire interviewed care managers, integration consultants, social workers, and caregivers in the foster care system to understand their experiences with NC InCK care management. She appreciated having the opportunity to listen to these partners and let their experiences guide our understanding of the care management model’s impact. Claire’s favorite part of working with NC InCK is the team’s shared commitment to improving child health and well-being. Each member brings unique skills and experiences, which makes for a great learning environment! In her free time, Claire enjoys spending time with family and friends—preferably outdoors!
Eujin Chung, a sophomore at Duke, was drawn to NC InCK's mission of the reimagination of our healthcare system to prioritize child and family health. In particular, she is inspired by the way NC InCK roots its work in the community to be child- and family-led. Eujin found working on a project about the Integration Consultant role especially meaningful. “I learned what holistic care really means and how important it is to connect systems for children’s health,” she says. Her experience gave her valuable insight into care management and value-based healthcare—knowledge she hopes to use as a future physician.
Meera Nagara is a fourth-year medical student at UNC applying to pediatrics. Before medical school, she worked at a Federally Qualified Health Center in Wilmington, NC during the COVID-19 pandemic. There, she witnessed how her medical director collaborated with the community to improve early vaccine access. This experience revealed how system-level flaws—not just individual barriers—drive health inequities. Meera’s favorite part of working with NC InCK is the team's shared mission to improve health systems for children and families. She values the opportunity to grow alongside thoughtful and passionate colleagues who are committed to both innovation and equity. In her free time, Meera enjoys spending time with friends and is a former competitive jump roper!
Angiolina Llibre is studying pre-med and psychology at UNC. She’s a passionate advocate for Latino health equity and a valued contributor to NC InCK research. Her journey began through her work as a medical interpreter, where she met Dr. Rushina Cholera and discovered the power of using her bilingual skills to connect families, culture, and healthcare. Inspired by this experience, Angiolina joined NC InCK to continue championing health equity for Spanish-speaking communities. She’s found deep fulfillment in collaborating with a team that values diverse perspectives and thoughtful feedback. One of her biggest takeaways has been the importance of listening and incorporating input to strengthen her work. Outside of research, her favorite place is the Dominican Republic, where she enjoys swimming, snorkeling, and learning about coral reefs.
Daud Malik is a second-year medical student at Duke with a deep interest in therapeutics. His work with NC InCK began through conversations with mentors at Margolis, who described it as a place where bold ideas are transformed into real systems of care. That promise of mentorship and impact drew him in—and delivered. One of Daud’s most meaningful projects involved analyzing 1115 Medicaid re-entry waivers to understand how states deliver care to justice-involved youth, building on his prior work registering halfway house residents for cancer screenings and primary care. At NC InCK, Daud has come to appreciate the power of humility in leadership, watching experts with decades of expertise in Medicaid, child health, and community care model openness and collaboration. As he pursues a future as a clinician-policymaker, he’s inspired by how frontline experiences with families can shape system-level change in community health.