Dr. Tania Bubb1
1Infection Prevention & Control, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
Biography:
Tania serves as the Senior Director of Infection Prevention & Control at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, NY. With extensive experience as an Infection Preventionist in major academic medical centers, her expertise spans the full continuum of care. She has held leadership roles on both the local and national APIC Board of Directors and has chaired the APIC Professional Development Committee and the Health Inequities and Disparities Taskforce. Additionally, she is a member of the American Journal of Infection Control Editorial Review Board. A seasoned speaker and author, Dr. Bubb has presented at national and local APIC events, as well as other conferences, and has contributed to numerous publications in the field of infection prevention and control. She also served as the APIC President in 2024.
Abstract:
Effective infection prevention and control (IPC) depends not only on evidence and protocols but also on strong leadership and the ability to manage change within complex healthcare environments. This session explores how IPC professionals can apply leadership principles and change management strategies to drive sustainable improvement in practice. By understanding organizational culture, communication dynamics, and human factors, infection preventionists can influence behaviors, foster accountability, and align multidisciplinary teams toward shared goals.