Patents by Inventor Robert E. Sommerich
Robert E. Sommerich 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: 20190216452Abstract: Various systems and methods are provided for surgical and interventional planning, support, post-operative follow-up, and functional recovery tracking. In general, a patient can be tracked throughout medical treatment including through initial onset of symptoms, diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment. In one embodiment, a patient and one or more medical professionals involved with treating the patient can electronically access a comprehensive treatment planning, support, and review system. The system can provide recommendations regarding diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment based on data gathered from the patient and the medical professional(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: March 27, 2019Publication date: July 18, 2019Inventors: Namal Nawana, William C. Horton, William J. Frasier, Michael O'Neil, Robert E. Sommerich, Jennifer DiPietro, Matthew Parsons
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Patent number: 9700292Abstract: Various systems and methods are provided for surgical and interventional planning, support, post-operative follow-up, and functional recovery tracking. In general, a patient can be tracked throughout medical treatment including through initial onset of symptoms, diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment. In one embodiment, a patient and one or more medical professionals involved with treating the patient can electronically access a comprehensive treatment planning, support, and review system. The system can provide recommendations regarding diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment based on data gathered from the patient and the medical professional(s).Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2015Date of Patent: July 11, 2017Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.Inventors: Namal Nawana, William C. Horton, William J. Frasier, Hassan A. Serhan, Michael O'Neil, Robert E. Sommerich, Jennifer DiPietro, Christopher Nordstrom, Matthew Parsons, Thomas Martin
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Publication number: 20150261922Abstract: Various systems and methods are provided for surgical and interventional planning, support, post-operative follow-up, and functional recovery tracking. In general, a patient can be tracked throughout medical treatment including through initial onset of symptoms, diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment. In one embodiment, a patient and one or more medical professionals involved with treating the patient can electronically access a comprehensive treatment planning, support, and review system. The system can provide recommendations regarding diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment based on data gathered from the patient and the medical professional(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2015Publication date: September 17, 2015Inventors: Namal Nawana, William C. Horton, William J. Frasier, Hassan A. Serhan, Michael O'Neil, Robert E. Sommerich, Jennifer DiPietro, Christopher Nordstrom, Matthew Parsons, Thomas Martin
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Patent number: 9129054Abstract: Various systems and methods are provided for surgical and interventional planning, support, post-operative follow-up, and functional recovery tracking. In general, a patient can be tracked throughout medical treatment including through initial onset of symptoms, diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment. In one embodiment, a patient and one or more medical professionals involved with treating the patient can electronically access a comprehensive treatment planning, support, and review system. The system can provide recommendations regarding diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment based on data gathered from the patient and the medical professional(s).Type: GrantFiled: September 19, 2013Date of Patent: September 8, 2015Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.Inventors: Namal Nawana, William C. Horton, Max Reinhardt, Jonathan Bellas, Cody Cranson, Jennifer DiPietro, Mary Louise Fowler, William J. Frasier, John Paul Griffin, Mark T. Hall, David D. Konieczynski, Michelle LeClerc, Thomas Martin, Christopher Nordstrom, Michael O'Neil, James Paiva, Matthew Parsons, Nicholas Pavento, Douglas Raymond, James J. Roveda, Sean P. Selover, Hassan A. Serhan, Michael A. Slivka, Robert E. Sommerich
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Patent number: 8795710Abstract: A laminated, bioimplantable dural graft product is configured for use as both an onlay graft and a suturable graft. The dural graft product is sufficiently pliable so as to sufficiently conform to a curvature of a tissue surface to which it is applied, such as the curved surface of a meningeal membrane. The use of the graft product can have improved properties, including suture retention strength and fluid impermeability. To use the dural graft product as an implant to replace, reinforce or strengthen bodily tissue, or to act as an adhesion barrier, the dural graft is placed in contact with bodily tissue and conforms to the curvature of the bodily tissue. Sutures can be used to maintain the contact between the dural graft and the bodily tissue.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2008Date of Patent: August 5, 2014Assignee: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.Inventors: Robert E. Sommerich, Laurel R. Macomber
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Publication number: 20140088990Abstract: Various systems and methods are provided for surgical and interventional planning, support, post-operative follow-up, and functional recovery tracking. In general, a patient can be tracked throughout medical treatment including through initial onset of symptoms, diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment. In one embodiment, a patient and one or more medical professionals involved with treating the patient can electronically access a comprehensive treatment planning, support, and review system. The system can provide recommendations regarding diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment based on data gathered from the patient and the medical professional(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: September 19, 2013Publication date: March 27, 2014Inventors: Namal Nawana, William C. Horton, Max Reinhardt, Jonathan Bellas, Cody Cranson, Jennifer DiPietro, Mary L. Fowler, William J. Frasier, John P. Griffin, Mark T. Hall, David D. Konieczynski, Michelle LeClerc, Thomas Martin, Christopher Nordstrom, Michael O'Neil, James Paiva, Matthew Parsons, Nicholas Pavento, Douglas Raymond, James J. Roveda, Sean P. Selover, Hassan A. Serhan, Michael A. Slivka, Robert E. Sommerich
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Publication number: 20140081659Abstract: Various systems and methods are provided for surgical and interventional planning, support, post-operative follow-up, and functional recovery tracking. In general, a patient can be tracked throughout medical treatment including through initial onset of symptoms, diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment. In one embodiment, a patient and one or more medical professionals involved with treating the patient can electronically access a comprehensive treatment planning, support, and review system. The system can provide recommendations regarding diagnosis, non-surgical treatment, surgical treatment, and recovery from the surgical treatment based on data gathered from the patient and the medical professional(s).Type: ApplicationFiled: March 14, 2013Publication date: March 20, 2014Applicant: DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc.Inventors: Namal Nawana, William C. Horton, William J. Frasier, Michael O'Neil, Robert E. Sommerich, Jennifer DiPietro, Matthew Parsons
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Publication number: 20120015006Abstract: Flowable graft materials are provided which comprise collagen powder and a liquid in an amount sufficient to impart a flowable consistency to the material. The graft materials are sufficiently formable and pliable so as to provide both superior contact with and easier access to a surgical site than typical, more rigid grafts such as collagen sheets. These flowable materials may also be in a fluidized, paste-like and/or gel-like state and may be moldable and/or ejectable. The flowable collagen materials reduce and/or eliminate post implantation problems associated with other materials, e.g. synthetic dural sealants (hemostasis products), such as product swelling after application and implantation. The flowable graft materials are particularly useful as a dural graft.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 23, 2011Publication date: January 19, 2012Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventor: Robert E. Sommerich
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Patent number: 8039591Abstract: Flowable graft materials are provided which comprise collagen powder and a liquid in an amount sufficient to impart a flowable consistency to the material. The graft materials are sufficiently formable and pliable so as to provide both superior contact with and easier access to a surgical site than typical, more rigid grafts such as collagen sheets. These flowable materials may also be in a fluidized, paste-like and/or gel-like state and may be moldable and/or ejectable. The flowable collagen materials reduce and/or eliminate post implantation problems associated with other materials, e.g. synthetic dural sealants (hemostasis products), such as product swelling after application and implantation. The flowable graft materials are particularly useful as a dural graft.Type: GrantFiled: April 21, 2009Date of Patent: October 18, 2011Assignee: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.Inventor: Robert E. Sommerich
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Publication number: 20090269413Abstract: Flowable graft materials are provided which comprise collagen powder and a liquid in an amount sufficient to impart a flowable consistency to the material. The graft materials are sufficiently formable and pliable so as to provide both superior contact with and easier access to a surgical site than typical, more rigid grafts such as collagen sheets. These flowable materials may also be in a fluidized, paste-like and/or gel-like state and may be moldable and/or ejectable. The flowable collagen materials reduce and/or eliminate post implantation problems associated with other materials, e.g. synthetic dural sealants (hemostasis products), such as product swelling after application and implantation. The flowable graft materials are particularly useful as a dural graft.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2009Publication date: October 29, 2009Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventor: Robert E. Sommerich
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Publication number: 20090030526Abstract: A laminated, bioimplantable dural graft product is configured for use as both an onlay graft and a suturable graft. The dural graft product is sufficiently pliable so as to sufficiently conform to a curvature of a tissue surface to which it is applied, such as the curved surface of a meningeal membrane. The use of the graft product can have improved properties, including suture retention strength and fluid impermeability. To use the dural graft product as an implant to replace, reinforce or strengthen bodily tissue, or to act as an adhesion barrier, the dural graft is placed in contact with bodily tissue and conforms to the curvature of the bodily tissue. Sutures can be used to maintain the contact between the dural graft and the bodily tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2008Publication date: January 29, 2009Applicant: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.Inventors: Robert E. Sommerich, Laurel R. Macomber
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Patent number: 7429241Abstract: A dural graft is provided having improved stiffness characteristics relative to conventional dural substitutes. The dural graft can be formed from a collagen material having a stiffness between about 0.1 pounds per inch (lb./in.) and 0.25 lb./in. Relative to the collagen material forming conventional dural graft substitutes, the decreased stiffness of the collagen material of the present dural graft can provide the graft with a relatively improved or increased pliability. As a result of the increased pliability, the dural graft can sufficiently conform to a curvature of a tissue surface to which it is applied, such as the curved surface of a meningeal membrane. The reduced stiffness of the collagen material can also provide for a relatively improved or increased flexibility or elasticity of the dural graft. The increased flexibility of the dural graft minimizes tearing of the graft when handled or manipulated during an implantation procedure.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 2005Date of Patent: September 30, 2008Assignee: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.Inventor: Robert E. Sommerich
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Publication number: 20080208359Abstract: A dural graft is provided having improved stiffness characteristics relative to conventional dural substitutes. The dural graft can be formed from a collagen material having a stiffness between about 0.1 pounds per inch (lb./in.) and 0.25 lb./in. Relative to the collagen material forming conventional dural graft substitutes, the decreased stiffness of the collagen material of the present dural graft can provide the graft with a relatively improved or increased pliability. As a result of the increased pliability, the dural graft can sufficiently conform to a curvature of a tissue surface to which it is applied, such as the curved surface of a meningeal membrane. The reduced stiffness of the collagen material can also provide for a relatively improved or increased flexibility or elasticity of the dural graft. The increased flexibility of the dural graft minimizes tearing of the graft when handled or manipulated during an implantation procedure.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 1, 2008Publication date: August 28, 2008Applicant: CODMAN & SHURTLEFF, INC.Inventor: Robert E. Sommerich
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Patent number: 6187050Abstract: An acetabular cup having an outer surface elongated in a superior/lateral direction is effective to anatomically transfer load to the acetabulum and reduce the likelihood of bone fracture during implantation into the acetabulum. The outer surface has a first portion defined by a first radius and a second portion defined by a second radius. The second radius is offset from the first radius in superior and lateral directions to elongate the outer surface of the acetabular cup.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 1997Date of Patent: February 13, 2001Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Professional, Inc.Inventors: Farid Bruce Khalili, Pierre S. Ostiguy, Jr., Robert E. Sommerich
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Patent number: 6162256Abstract: An acetabular prosthesis has a shell component that is implantable within bone and a liner component that is matable to the shell. The shell has a generally convex bone engaging outer surface and a generally concave inner surface. A groove is formed in the inner surface of the shell and extends about at least a portion of the inner circumference of the shell. The liner has an inner concave surface and an outer, convex surface with a shape complementary to and matable within the inner surface of the shell. One or more deformable positive surface features is formed on the outer surface of the liner, adapted for selective mating with the slot of the shell. The liner may be joined to the shell by press fitting the two components together such that the positive surface features engage the groove.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 1997Date of Patent: December 19, 2000Assignee: Depuy Orthopaedics, Inc.Inventors: Pierre S. Ostiguy, Jr., Robert E. Sommerich
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Patent number: 6152961Abstract: An acetabular prosthesis has a shell component that is implantable within bone and a liner component that is matable to the shell. The shell has a generally convex bone engaging outer surface and a generally concave inner surface. A groove is formed in the inner surface of the shell and extends about at least a portion of the inner circumference of the shell. The liner has an inner concave surface and an outer, convex surface with a shape complementary to and matable within the inner surface of the shell. One or more positive surface features is formed on the outer surface of the liner, adapted for selective mating with the groove of the shell. The liner may be joined to the shell by press fitting the two components together such that the positive surface features engage the groove.Type: GrantFiled: December 29, 1997Date of Patent: November 28, 2000Assignee: Depuy Orthopaedics, Inc.Inventors: Pierre S. Ostiguy, Jr., Robert E. Sommerich
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Patent number: 6027503Abstract: An orthopedic reaming instrument has an elongate member and a reaming member disposed on a distal end of the elongate member. The reaming member includes a distal apical region in the form of a partial sphere having an arc of less than 180.degree. and a proximal cylindrical region. An acetabular instrumentation system has an acetabular prosthesis in the form of a partial sphere having an arc of less than or equal to 180.degree. and an acetabular reamer which includes a distal apical region in the form of a partial sphere having an arc that is less than the arc of the prosthesis.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 1997Date of Patent: February 22, 2000Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Professional, Inc.Inventors: Farid Bruce Khalili, Robert E. Sommerich, Pierre S. Ostiguy, Alan Cornell
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Patent number: 5935175Abstract: An acetabular prosthesis has a shell component that is implantable within bone and a liner component that is matable to the shell by a locking member disposed with the shell component. The shell has a generally convex bone engaging outer surface and a generally concave inner surface. A groove is formed in the inner surface of the shell and extends about at least a portion of the inner circumference of the shell. The liner has an inner concave surface and an outer, convex surface with a shape complementary to and matable within the inner surface of the shell. One or more deformable tabs are formed on the locking member, adapted for securing the liner within the shell. The liner may be joined to the shell by press fitting the two components together such that the locking members engages one or more positive surface ridges on the liner.Type: GrantFiled: March 13, 1998Date of Patent: August 10, 1999Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Professional, Inc.Inventors: Pierre S. Ostiguy, Jr., Robert E. Sommerich
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Patent number: 5871546Abstract: A knee joint prosthesis includes a femoral component, a tibial plateau, and a tibial bearing member. The design and geometry of the articulation surfaces of the condylar elements of the femoral component and tibial bearing member is such that contact area between the articulation surfaces is maximized during flexion of the prosthesis. This is achieved by increasing the coronal radius of the bearing surfaces of the femoral component in the anterior to posterior direction along the bearing surface, i.e., increasing the coronal radius of the bearing surfaces of the femoral component as the femoral component transitions from extension to flexion.Type: GrantFiled: September 29, 1995Date of Patent: February 16, 1999Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Professional, Inc.Inventors: Dennis P. Colleran, Stefan M. Gabriel, Jorge A. Ochoa, Robert E. Sommerich
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Patent number: RE46261Abstract: An instrument set for an intervertebral expandable spacer having a pair of co-axial annuluses locked together by an engagement member, the set including an inserter/expander having both a rapid expansion mechanism and a fine tuning expansion mechanism.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2014Date of Patent: January 3, 2017Assignee: DePuy Synthes Products, Inc.Inventors: Robert E. Sommerich, Glen Arthur Presbrey, Martin Meer, Gerhard Pohl, Katherine Herard Ray