Patents by Inventor James A. Gohman
James A. Gohman 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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Patent number: 9717580Abstract: Surgical articles, implants and components suitable creating composite slings are described. Novel procedures for assembling and utilizing composite slings are also detailed.Type: GrantFiled: May 30, 2007Date of Patent: August 1, 2017Assignee: Astora Women's Health, LLCInventors: Kimberly A. Anderson, Robert E. Lund, Mark S. Bouchier, Francis D. Sturzl, III, James A. Gohman, Timothy A. Bachman
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Patent number: 8160710Abstract: Implantable medical devices to relieve problems associated with incontinence and related pelvic disorders and methods of implanting same are disclosed. Stimulation leads for placement in the pelvic floor have fixation mechanisms for stabilization of the stimulation electrodes to inhibit dislodgement from a selected stimulation site. In certain embodiments, the fixation mechanisms encourage fibrosis about the lead to chronically stabilize the position of the stimulation lead and/or stimulation electrode(s). In certain embodiments, the fixation mechanisms are isolated from body tissue during routing of the stimulation lead through a tissue pathway and then exposed to body tissue to encourage fibrosis.Type: GrantFiled: July 10, 2007Date of Patent: April 17, 2012Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: John Jason Buysman, Robert E. Lund, James R. Mujwid, James A. Gohman
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Patent number: 8109866Abstract: A pelvic implant having a central support portion, and a plurality of extension members, is provided. The extension members can be positioned or extend from the central support portion in opposing pairs. The extension members are generally attached to the central support portion at respective junctions (e.g., via rivets), and sheaths or covers can be employed to cover at least a length or portion of the extension members. Further, one or more spanning members can extend from a first of the opposed and paired extensions to the opposing extension, e.g., under or across the central portion and the respective junctions to provide additional tensile strength for the implant during deployment or implantation.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2009Date of Patent: February 7, 2012Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Mark S. Bouchier, Robert E. Lund, James A. Gohman, Jeffrey A. Lechner-Riehle
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Publication number: 20110230707Abstract: A pelvic Implant system is provided. The system can include one or more implant devices (11) to treat incontinence and other pelvic floor disorders or dysfunctions. The system can include one or more implant devices having an extension portion (12) (e.g., mesh), one or more tip portions (14,16) (e.g., self-fixating tips), and one or more intermediate anchors (18a, 18b) disposed along the extension portion, intermediate the one or more tip portions. The intermediate anchors are shaped and sized for engagement with the internal pelvic tissue, with the extension portion in turn providing support for the corresponding pelvic tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2009Publication date: September 22, 2011Inventors: Jessica L. Roll, James A. Gohman, Michael J. Rossing, John F. Otte, Gregory L. Koeller
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Patent number: 7722527Abstract: The invention relates to implantable surgical articles, particularly those useful for pelvic health, and related methods of making and using the articles, wherein the implantable articles include a rivet to attach materials together.Type: GrantFiled: April 26, 2005Date of Patent: May 25, 2010Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Mark S. Bouchier, Robert E. Lund, James A. Gohman
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Publication number: 20090259094Abstract: A pelvic implant having a central support portion, and a plurality of extension members, is provided. The extension members can be positioned or extend from the central support portion in opposing pairs. The extension members are generally attached to the central support portion at respective junctions (e.g., via rivets), and sheaths or covers can be employed to cover at least a length or portion of the extension members. Further, one or more spanning members can extend from a first of the opposed and paired extensions to the opposing extension, e.g., under or across the central portion and the respective junctions to provide additional tensile strength for the implant during deployment or implantation.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 28, 2009Publication date: October 15, 2009Applicant: AMS RESEARCH CORPORATIONInventors: Mark S. Bouchier, Robert E. Lund, James A. Gohman, Jeffrey A. Lechner-Riehle
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Publication number: 20080021264Abstract: The present invention discloses an implant, a method and a kit for treatment of fecal and urinary incontinence in a patient. Novel methods and assemblies for use in conjunction with the implant are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2007Publication date: January 24, 2008Applicant: AMS RESEARCH CORPORATIONInventors: Johann Neisz, Kimberly Anderson, Brian Watschke, Robert Lund, James Gohman
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Publication number: 20080009914Abstract: Implantable medical devices to relieve problems associated with incontinence and related pelvic disorders and methods of implanting same are disclosed. Stimulation leads for placement in the pelvic floor have fixation mechanisms for stabilization of the stimulation electrodes to inhibit dislodgement from a selected stimulation site. In certain embodiments, the fixation mechanisms encourage fibrosis about the lead to chronically stabilize the position of the stimulation lead and/or stimulation electrode(s). In certain embodiments, the fixation mechanisms are isolated from body tissue during routing of the stimulation lead through a tissue pathway and then exposed to body tissue to encourage fibrosis.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 10, 2007Publication date: January 10, 2008Applicant: AMS RESEARCH CORPORATIONInventors: John Jason Buysman, Robert E. Lund, James R. Mujwid, James A. Gohman
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Publication number: 20070225546Abstract: Surgical articles, implants and components suitable creating composite slings are described. Novel procedures for assembling and utilizing composite slings are also detailed.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2007Publication date: September 27, 2007Applicant: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Kimberly Anderson, Robert Lund, Mark Bouchier, Francis Sturzl, James Gohman, Timothy Bachman
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Patent number: 7229453Abstract: Surgical articles, implants and components suitable creating composite slings are described. Novel procedures for assembling and utilizing composite slings are also detailed.Type: GrantFiled: December 31, 2002Date of Patent: June 12, 2007Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Kimberly A. Anderson, Robert E. Lund, Mark S. Bouchier, Francis D. Sturzl, III, James A. Gohman, Timothy A. Bachman
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Patent number: 7172602Abstract: A device for inserting a penile implant prosthesis through an incision into a corpus cavernosum is provided. The device includes an elongated, rigid body having a tip portion and tail portion, the tip portion including two prongs extending in a tip direction and a center portion between the two prongs, the prongs and center portion defining a notch adapted to engage and exert a force along the tip direction on a corner where a cylinder portion and a pump tubing of the prosthesis join each other, the prongs and center portion further defining a recess on one side of the center portion, the recess adapted to at least partially receive the cylinder portion or the pump tubing. The elongated body of the device defines a channel disposed along a substantial portion of the elongated body. The tail portion of the elongated body can be formed as a paddle adapted to be inserted between the cylinder and tissues near or at the incision to prevent puncturing of the cylinder when the incision is being sutured closed.Type: GrantFiled: February 24, 2003Date of Patent: February 6, 2007Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Stephanie A. George, James A. Gohman
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Publication number: 20060069301Abstract: The present invention discloses an implant for placement in the retropubic space of a patient. Novel methods and assemblies for use in conjunction with the implant are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2005Publication date: March 30, 2006Inventors: Johann Neisz, Kimberly Anderson, Brian Watschke, Robert Lund, James Gohman
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Publication number: 20050267325Abstract: The invention relates to implantable surgical articles, particularly those useful for pelvic health, and related methods of making and using the articles, wherein the implantable articles include a rivet to attach materials together.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 26, 2005Publication date: December 1, 2005Inventors: Mark Bouchier, Robert Lund, James Gohman
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Patent number: 6916377Abstract: A semi-automated coating system for providing medical devices with antimicrobial coatings is disclosed. The semi-automated coating system extends the coating solution's usable life span by minimizing exposure to light, air and temperature extremes. Moreover, the disclosed semi-automated coating system minimizes operator and environmental exposure to the coating solutions. Methods disclose techniques for preparing coating solutions, setting up the coating system and operating the device. Moreover, the systems and methods described herein minimize operator intervention with the coating processes and provide superior product consistency.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2001Date of Patent: July 12, 2005Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Mark S. Bouchier, Robert E. Lund, James A. Gohman
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Publication number: 20040040500Abstract: A semi-automated coating system for providing medical devices with antimicrobial coatings is disclosed. The semi-automated coating system extends the coating solution's usable life span by minimizing exposure to light, air and temperature extremes. Moreover, the disclosed semi-automated coating system minimizes operator and environmental exposure to the coating solutions. Methods for coating medical devices using the semi-automated coating system are also provided. The methods disclose techniques for preparing coating solutions, setting up the coating system and operating the device. Moreover, the systems and methods described herein minimize operator intervention with the coating processes and provide superior product consistency.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2002Publication date: March 4, 2004Inventors: Mark S. Bouchier, Robert E. Lund, James A. Gohman, Randall P. Rowland
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Publication number: 20040033306Abstract: A semi-automated coating system for providing medical devices with antimicrobial coatings is disclosed. The semi-automated coating system extends the coating solution's usable life span by minimizing exposure to light, air and temperature extremes. Moreover, the disclosed semi-automated coating system minimizes operator and environmental exposure to the coating solutions. Methods disclose techniques for preparing coating solutions, setting up the coating system and operating the device. Moreover, the systems and methods described herein minimize operator intervention with the coating processes and provide superior product consistency.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2003Publication date: February 19, 2004Inventors: Mark S Bouchier, Robert E Lund, James A Gohman
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Publication number: 20040010244Abstract: A device for inserting a penile implant prosthesis through an incision into a corpus cavernosum is provided. The device includes an elongated, rigid body having a tip portion and tail portion, the tip portion including two prongs extending in a tip direction and a center portion between the two prongs, the prongs and center portion defining a notch adapted to engage and exert a force along the tip direction on a corner where a cylinder portion and a pump tubing of the prosthesis join each other, the prongs and center portion further defining a recess on one side of the center portion, the recess adapted to at least partially receive the cylinder portion or the pump tubing. The elongated body of the device defines a channel disposed along a substantial portion of the elongated body. The tail portion of the elongated body can be formed as a paddle adapted to be inserted between the cylinder and tissues near or at the incision to prevent puncturing of the cylinder when the incision is being sutured closed.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 24, 2003Publication date: January 15, 2004Inventors: Stephanie A. George, James A. Gohman
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Publication number: 20030130670Abstract: Surgical articles, implants and components suitable creating composite slings are described. Novel procedures for assembling and utilizing composite slings are also detailed.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 31, 2002Publication date: July 10, 2003Inventors: Kimberly A. Anderson, Robert E. Lund, Mark S. Bouchier, Francis D. Sturzl, James A. Gohman, Timothy A. Bachman
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Patent number: 6534112Abstract: A semi-automated coating system for providing medical devices with antimicrobial coatings is disclosed. The semi-automated coating system extends the coating solution's usable life span by minimizing exposure to light, air and temperature extremes. Moreover, the disclosed semi-automated coating system minimizes operator and environmental exposure to the coating solutions. Methods for coating medical devices using the semi-automated coating system are also provided. The methods disclose techniques for preparing coating solutions, setting up the coating system and operating the device. Moreover, the systems and methods described herein minimize operator intervention with the coating processes and provide superior product consistency.Type: GrantFiled: August 1, 2000Date of Patent: March 18, 2003Assignee: AMS Research CorporationInventors: Mark S. Bouchier, Robert Lund, James Gohman, Randall P. Rowland
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Publication number: 20020161382Abstract: The present invention discloses an implant for placement in the retropubic space of a patient. Novel methods and assemblies for use in conjunction with the implant are also described.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2002Publication date: October 31, 2002Inventors: Johann J. Neisz, Kimberly A. Anderson, Brian P. Watschke, Robert E. Lund, James A. Gohman