NextGen Healthcare

Our Advisory & Executive Board

The Faces Behind NextGen Healthcare

Our Leadership Team

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Meriem Boukaabar

President

Founder

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Meriem Boukaabar is a student at the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in Biological Sciences with minors in Chemistry and Applied Statistics. Meriem hopes to inspire and support students in the same way her mentors have inspired her. She is particularly driven to help foster a sense of belonging for other students, especially those navigating the healthcare field as first-generation and underserved individuals.

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Malak Ayoub

Vice President

Founder

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Malak Ayoub is a student at the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in Neuroscience with minors in Chemistry/Studio Arts. She prioritizes cultivating a community of fellowship from her multiple mentee experiences. Dedicated to healthcare, she believes everyone should have the equal opportunity to navigate health professions as early as they want, inspiring her to create NGH.

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Anushka Rengunthwar

Vice President

Co-Founder

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Anushka Rengunthwar, an undergraduate at the University of Pittsburgh, majors in Neuroscience and Psychology with minors in Creative Writing and Chemistry on the pre-med track. Originally from India, she values mentorship, both as a mentor and mentee. A classically trained dancer and published writer, she believes motivation drives success and is passionate about guiding others.

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Arushi Chamaria

Business Manager

Co-Founder

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Arushi Chamaria is a pre-med student majoring in Neuroscience with minors in Economics and Chemistry at Pitt. Passionate about neuroscience, medicine, and education, she has been committed to mentorship, especially for high school students. As a first-generation student, the guidance from her mentors fuels her drive to make a meaningful impact, inspiring her to join NextGen.

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Ethan Banks

Secretary

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Ethan Banks is a student at the University of Pittsburgh, majoring in Molecular Biology with a minor in Chemistry, and is also pursuing a Bachelor of Philosophy degree. Originally from Latrobe, Pennsylvania, Ethan is thrilled to mentor students through NextGen Health. He aims to give back to the region he grew up in by providing individuals with the tools they need for future success.

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Shruthika Muthukumar Veena

Social Media Manager

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Shruthika Muthukumar Veena is an undergraduate student at Pitt, double majoring in Biology and Spanish on the pre-med track with a minor in Chemistry. She is passionate about medicine, social justice, and mentorship for underrepresented students. Having mentored for various programs, she strives to provide a safe space at NextGen Health to help mentees build confidence and find their passions.

NGH Board Alumni

Visishta Ginjupally , Outreach Coordinator 2024–2025