Founded in April 1991, PRFUZN has been a pioneering force in advancing the standards of autotransfusion and biologic therapies. Established by Pat Courtney, a Licensed Perfusionist (LP) and Registered Autologous Blood Therapist, the company was built on his vision to enhance the quality of autotransfusion, PRP (platelet-rich plasma), PRF (platelet-rich fibrin), and stem cell services. Pat’s wife, Glenda Courtney, played an integral role in his classes, contributing significantly to their success over the years.
Pat Courtney’s leadership and commitment to excellence established PRFUZN as a leader in innovative medical solutions. Following Pat’s passing in May 2024, Tonya Nuelle and Gary Koenig continued his legacy by working under Atlanta Autotransfusion and Biologics LLC. They are dedicated to upholding the high standards set by Pat and expanding the company’s impact on the industry.
Education and certification remain central to their mission, with the website NRABT serving as the hub for comprehensive courses and professional development.
Today, PRFUZN, alongside Atlanta Autotransfusion and Biologics LLC, continues to set industry benchmarks, focusing on advancing medical practices and providing exceptional support and training to healthcare professionals.
Gary Koenig is the founder and president of Comprehensive Blood Management, Inc., a company he has led for the past 21 years, specializing in patient blood management intra-operatively.
Originally from Wilson, North Carolina, Gary graduated from The Medical University of South Carolina in 1994 with a degree in cardiovascular perfusion after serving five years of active duty in the United States Navy. He is a certified and licensed Clinical Perfusionist by the American Board of Cardiovascular Perfusion, a Certified Perioperative Blood Management Specialist (CPBMS) by the International Board of Blood Management, and a Certified Autologous Blood Therapist (CABT). Additionally. Gary is an Assessor for the Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biotherapies (AABB) Standards for Perioperative Autologous Blood Collection and Administration.
Dedicated to patient care, quality, and achieving the best possible outcomes utilizing evidence-based medicine, Gary consistently strives for excellence in his field. He recently published a peer reviewed article in the Elsevier Transfusion & Apheresis Journal 63 (2024) and has delivered numerous presentations both nationally and internationally, sharing his expertise and passion for blood management and regenerative medicine.
Gary is committed to educating others and advancing the field through his extensive knowledge and experience.
