Her current research focuses on the implementation of integrated care within complex health systems. In particular, she is exploring and supporting processes, outcomes, and evaluation of healthcare teams. Dr. Sibbald’s program of research is grounded in integrated knowledge translation, collaborating with stakeholders across the health system. She is also involved in research around patient and provider experience with their care.

Dr. Sibbald uses primarily qualitative research methods including multiple-case comparison, narrative approach, grounded theory, content and discourse analysis. Dr Sibbald teaches across the university at both undergraduate and graduate level.