The Team
AZ Solutions LLC
AZ Solutions, LLC is a startup company that is supported by the Michigan State University (MSU) Foundation. AZ Solutions was founded in 2017 to solve the biggest problem in orthopedic surgery: the inability to prevent and treat total joint replacement infections. As the potential benefits of our technology are being realized, we have expanded from prevention and treatment of surgical site infections to treatment of chronic wounds and other deadly infectious diseases.
Derek Hill
President
Dr. Hill is an orthopedic surgeon and founded AZ Solutions to solve the biggest problem in orthopedic surgery: the inability to prevent and treat total joint replacement infections.
Brandon Nutt
Principal Chemist
Brandon Nutt holds a Biochemistry degree with a professional background in analytical and process development chemistry. He has additional experience with quality control and Volatile Organic Compound analysis.
Paul Attar
CSO
Dr. Attar is the primary consultant of AZ Solutions and is the President of BRIDGE PTS, which specializes in infection with animal models.
Nash Reigle
Research Assistant
Nash Reigle is a Bioinformaticist specializing in organic chemistry, biological lab studies, and large-scale data processing in multiple programming languages.
Frank Urban
Advisor
Frank Urban, MS, CBA, is the Director of Venture Creation at Spartan Innovations, Michigan State University Foundation. As an Advisor, Mr. Urban connects the company with resources for funding and expertise to help the company move its technologies to market