Takei Pipkins is an experienced professional in infection prevention, currently serving as the Division Director of Infection Prevention at CommonSpirit Health, where responsibilities include directing an infection prevention program for a large acute care facility and managing staff education and regulatory compliance. Previously, Pipkins held several roles at HCA facilities, significantly reducing infection rates and improving patient safety through best practices and training initiatives. With a Master's Degree in Epidemiology from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and a B.A. in Spanish from Trinity University, Pipkins combines clinical expertise with comprehensive educational background to enhance healthcare outcomes and operational efficiency.