Patents by Inventor Christopher R. Stebbins
Christopher R. Stebbins has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20210290043Abstract: The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor generally comprises an adaptor body with first and second fluid transport components and can include a gas inlet on one of the fluid transport components suitable for attachment to a secondary gas source. A scaling member can be included to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is transported through channels extending through the fluid transport components. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2021Publication date: September 23, 2021Applicant: UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Kenneth W. Locke, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Patent number: 10966593Abstract: The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor generally comprises an adaptor body with first and second fluid transport components and can include a gas inlet on one of the fluid transport components suitable for attachment to a secondary gas source. A sealing member can be included to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is transported through channels extending through the fluid transport components. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2013Date of Patent: April 6, 2021Assignee: UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Kenneth W. Locke, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Patent number: 10548463Abstract: The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor can comprise a substantially cylindrical body with a two, opposing closed ends, two fluid transport channels extending through the cylindrical body and opening at the closed ends, and an inlet port extending outward from the cylindrical body and being in fluid connection with one of the fluid transport channels. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure.Type: GrantFiled: April 17, 2017Date of Patent: February 4, 2020Assignee: UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Patent number: 9907454Abstract: The present invention provides a gas water bottle adaptor that is suitable for attachment to a water bottle and to a bottle cap. The adaptor can include a gas inlet on one side thereof suitable for attachment to the gas connection of an endoscope. A sealing member can be affixed to the adaptor to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is inside of the water bottle. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source to a water bottle.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2015Date of Patent: March 6, 2018Assignee: UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Kenneth E. Wolcott, Christopher R. Stebbins, James Burns
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Publication number: 20170215703Abstract: The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor can comprise a substantially cylindrical body with a two, opposing closed ends, two fluid transport channels extending through the cylindrical body and opening at the closed ends, and an inlet port extending outward from the cylindrical body and being in fluid connection with one of the fluid transport channels. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 17, 2017Publication date: August 3, 2017Applicant: UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Patent number: 9622647Abstract: The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor can comprise a substantially cylindrical body with a two, opposing closed ends, two fluid transport channels extending through the cylindrical body and opening at the closed ends, and an inlet port extending outward from the cylindrical body and being in fluid connection with one of the fluid transport channels. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2013Date of Patent: April 18, 2017Assignee: UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Patent number: 9585551Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to an adjustable bite block for positioning within a person's mouth and maintaining the mouth in an open position. The adjustable bite block comprising at least one band of curved material comprising a first portion and a second portion. The first and second portions configured to be coupled to one another so as to define a closed loop with an opening defined therethrough, wherein the first and second portions are further configured to be selectively adjusted relative to one another so as to adjust a radial dimension of the loop, and wherein the band is configured to be positioned within the person's mouth such that at least a portion of the loop maintains the person's mouth in an open position. Embodiments of the adjustable bite block may use snap tabs spaced along the band or a ratchet mechanism for adjustment of the radial dimension.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 2016Date of Patent: March 7, 2017Assignee: UNITED STATES ENDOSCOPY GROUP, INC.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Ali H. Duman, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Patent number: 9561335Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to systems, devices, and methods for delivering distending media to an organ of a patient with a dispensing device for acquiring an image of the organ while distended. In one embodiment, an insufflating device comprises a controller for detecting a pressure level of the distending media within an organ of a patient, wherein the controller is configured to signal an operator to acquire an image of the organ when the pressure level is within a predetermined pressure range for a predetermined period of time. Further, the insufflating device comprises a valve assembly in communication with the controller and in fluid communication between the source of distending media and the organ of the patient, wherein the valve assembly is configured to adjust a flow rate of the distending media delivered to the organ of the patient.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 2011Date of Patent: February 7, 2017Assignee: Bracco Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Allyson Barish, Jeffrey B. Cushner, Christopher R. Stebbins
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Publication number: 20160120399Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to an adjustable bite block for positioning within a person's mouth and maintaining the mouth in an open position. The adjustable bite block comprising at least one band of curved material comprising a first portion and a second portion. The first and second portions configured to be coupled to one another so as to define a closed loop with an opening defined therethrough, wherein the first and second portions are further configured to be selectively adjusted relative to one another so as to adjust a radial dimension of the loop, and wherein the band is configured to be positioned within the person's mouth such that at least a portion of the loop maintains the person's mouth in an open position. Embodiments of the adjustable bite block may use snap tabs spaced along the band or a ratchet mechanism for adjustment of the radial dimension.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 13, 2016Publication date: May 5, 2016Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Ali H. Duman, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Patent number: 9237841Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to an adjustable bite block for positioning within a person's mouth and maintaining the mouth in an open position. The adjustable bite block comprising at least one band of curved material comprising a first portion and a second portion. The first and second portions configured to be coupled to one another so as to define a closed loop with an opening defined therethrough, wherein the first and second portions are further configured to be selectively adjusted relative to one another so as to adjust a radial dimension of the loop, and wherein the band is configured to be positioned within the person's mouth such that at least a portion of the loop maintains the person's mouth in an open position. Embodiments of the adjustable bite block may use snap tabs spaced along the band or a ratchet mechanism for adjustment of the radial dimension.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 2014Date of Patent: January 19, 2016Assignee: Bracco Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Ali H. Duman, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Publication number: 20150238067Abstract: The present invention provides a gas water bottle adaptor that is suitable for attachment to a water bottle and to a bottle cap. The adaptor can include a gas inlet on one side thereof suitable for attachment to the gas connection of an endoscope. A sealing member can be affixed to the adaptor to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is inside of the water bottle. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source to a water bottle.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2015Publication date: August 27, 2015Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Kenneth E. Wolcott, Christopher R. Stebbins, James Burns
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Patent number: 9049984Abstract: The present invention provides a gas water bottle adaptor that is suitable for attachment to a water bottle and to a bottle cap. The adaptor can include a gas inlet on one side thereof suitable for attachment to the gas connection of an endoscope. A sealing member can be affixed to the adaptor to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is inside of the water bottle. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source to a water bottle.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 2014Date of Patent: June 9, 2015Assignee: Bracco Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Kenneth E. Wolcott, Christopher R. Stebbins, James Burns
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Publication number: 20140275803Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to an adjustable bite block for positioning within a person's mouth and maintaining the mouth in an open position. The adjustable bite block comprising at least one band of curved material comprising a first portion and a second portion. The first and second portions configured to be coupled to one another so as to define a closed loop with an opening defined therethrough, wherein the first and second portions are further configured to be selectively adjusted relative to one another so as to adjust a radial dimension of the loop, and wherein the band is configured to be positioned within the person's mouth such that at least a portion of the loop maintains the person's mouth in an open position. Embodiments of the adjustable bite block may use snap tabs spaced along the band or a ratchet mechanism for adjustment of the radial dimension.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 13, 2014Publication date: September 18, 2014Applicant: Bracco Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Ali H. Duman, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Publication number: 20130245377Abstract: The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor can comprise a substantially cylindrical body with a two, opposing closed ends, two fluid transport channels extending through the cylindrical body and opening at the closed ends, and an inlet port extending outward from the cylindrical body and being in fluid connection with one of the fluid transport channels. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 1, 2013Publication date: September 19, 2013Applicant: Bracco Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Publication number: 20130237761Abstract: The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor generally comprises an adaptor body with first and second fluid transport components and can include a gas inlet on one of the fluid transport components suitable for attachment to a secondary gas source. A sealing member can be included to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is transported through channels extending through the fluid transport components. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 30, 2013Publication date: September 12, 2013Applicant: Bracco Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Kenneth W. Locke, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Patent number: 8454499Abstract: The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor can comprise a substantially cylindrical body with a two, opposing closed ends, two fluid transport channels extending through the cylindrical body and opening at the closed ends, and an inlet port extending outward from the cylindrical body and being in fluid connection with one of the fluid transport channels. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2010Date of Patent: June 4, 2013Assignee: Bracco Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Patent number: 8454498Abstract: The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor generally comprises an adaptor body with first and second fluid transport components and can include a gas inlet on one of the fluid transport components suitable for attachment to a secondary gas source. A sealing member can be included to prevent leakage of any fluid (e.g., liquid or gas) that is transported through channels extending through the fluid transport components. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2010Date of Patent: June 4, 2013Assignee: Bracco Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Kenneth W. Locke, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Publication number: 20120130304Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention relate to systems, devices, and methods for delivering distending media to an organ of a patient with a dispensing device for acquiring an image of the organ while distended. In one embodiment, an insufflating system comprises a controller for detecting a pressure level of the distending media within an organ of a patient, wherein the controller is configured to signal an operator to acquire an image of the organ when the pressure level is within a predetermined pressure range for a predetermined period of time. Further, the insufflating system comprises a valve assembly in communication with the controller and in fluid communication between the source of distending media and the organ of the patient, wherein the valve assembly is configured to adjust a flow rate of the distending media delivered to the organ of the patient, and an administration set configured to direct the distending media from the valve assembly to the organ of the patient.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2011Publication date: May 24, 2012Applicant: BRACCO DIAGNOSTICS, INC.Inventors: Allyson Barish, Jeffrey B. Cushner, Christopher R. Stebbins
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Publication number: 20110065995Abstract: The present invention provides an adaptor that is suitable for attachment to an endoscopic device for delivery of a secondary gas. The adaptor can comprise a substantially cylindrical body with a two, opposing closed ends, two fluid transport channels extending through the cylindrical body and opening at the closed ends, and an inlet port extending outward from the cylindrical body and being in fluid connection with one of the fluid transport channels. The adaptor may be used in endoscopy methods and is particularly useful for adding a secondary gas source in an endoscopy procedure.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2010Publication date: March 17, 2011Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Christopher R. Stebbins, Kenneth E. Wolcott
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Patent number: D639940Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2009Date of Patent: June 14, 2011Assignee: Bracco Diagnostics Inc.Inventors: Jeffrey B. Cushner, Kenneth E. Wolcott, Christopher R. Stebbins, James Burns