Patricia Fanelli

Patricia Fanelli is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Cardiovascular Perfusion at Lawrence Technological University’s College of Engineering and Health Sciences. With over 35 years of experience in cardiac surgery as a board-certified clinical perfusionist, she plays a critical role in shaping the perfusion program through her service on its advisory board.

Her expertise spans federal regulatory compliance, including CLIA requirements and Joint Commission guidelines, with a focus on policy development, training manuals, and regenerative medicine. She currently serves as Chief Clinical Officer at Comprehensive Care Services, a leading provider of perfusion and autotransfusion services certified by the Joint Commission.

Fanelli’s research interests and professional contributions align with

• Cardiovascular perfusion
• Regenerative medicine
• Clinical laboratory standards
• Medical technology policy
• Biomedical engineering applications
• Health sciences education

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Education:

• Wayne State University
• Harper Hospital School of Perfusion Technology

Her career bridges clinical practice, regulatory leadership, and academic collaboration, emphasizing the implementation of best practices in perfusion services and regenerative medicine.