Patents by Inventor Tom Weisel
Tom Weisel 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: 20220400880Abstract: This disclosure relates to improved limited flow drinking cups.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2022Publication date: December 22, 2022Applicant: ProvaMedInventors: Philip I Hodges, Tom Weisel, Roger Pisarnwongs, Jessica Thomason, Kellie Bornhoft
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Patent number: 10716561Abstract: A system and method for inserting an implant into soft tissue. The system may include an elongate arm having an implant at a first end of the elongate arm and an actuator at a second end of the elongate arm. The implants may be contained in a cartridge assembly. Methods of inserting an implant may be used during nasal septum reconstruction.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 2016Date of Patent: July 21, 2020Assignee: ARTHROCARE CORPORATIONInventors: Donald Gonzales, Roger Pisarnwongs, Tom Weisel, Jeff Wrana
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Publication number: 20180271429Abstract: An allergy testing device is provided. The device may have a protective tray with at least one well. The at least one well is adapted to hold an allergen substance. The device may also have a prong array having at least one prong. The at least one prong may have at least one spike element, which may extend into the at least one well. The device may also have a cover removably engaged with the protective tray to maintain the allergen substance in the well until the device is used to apply the allergen substance to a patient's skin.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 21, 2018Publication date: September 27, 2018Inventors: Kevin Glen, Patrick Strauss, Tom Weisel, Mark Jennings
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Publication number: 20160361060Abstract: A system and method for inserting an implant into soft tissue. The system may include an elongate arm having an implant at a first end of the elongate arm and an actuator at a second end of the elongate arm. The implants may be contained in a cartridge assembly. Methods of inserting an implant may be used during nasal septum reconstruction.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 26, 2016Publication date: December 15, 2016Applicant: ARTHROCARE CORPORATIONInventors: Donald Gonzales, Roger Pisarnwongs, Tom Weisel, Jeff Wrana
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Patent number: 9427229Abstract: A system and method for inserting an implant into soft tissue. The system may include an elongate arm having an implant at a first end of the elongate arm and an actuator at a second end of the elongate arm. The implants may be contained in a cartridge assembly. Methods of inserting an implant may be used during nasal septum reconstruction.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2008Date of Patent: August 30, 2016Assignee: ARTHROCARE CORPORATIONInventors: Donald Gonazles, Roger Pisarnwongs, Tom Weisel, Jeff Wrana
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Patent number: 8690932Abstract: A collapsible bone screw for healing bone fragments across a bone fracture includes an externally threaded inner screw member and an externally threaded outer screw member. The inner screw member is initially screwed into an inner bone portion. An unthreaded portion of the outer screw member is movably joined to the inner screw member. The outer screw member is screwed until it gains purchase in an outer bone portion. As impaction occurs over time, the collapsible bone screw apparatus may shorten in length as the two screw members slide, telescope or otherwise axially move toward each other to shorten the overall length, thereby preventing any portion of the screw apparatus from protruding out of the bone. A bone screw kit of multiple inner and outer screw members are provided as well as a method of surgically fastening bone fragments.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2012Date of Patent: April 8, 2014Assignee: Arch Day Design, LLCInventors: Stephen Morris, Tom Weisel, Roger Pisarnwongs
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Patent number: 8308783Abstract: A collapsible bone screw for healing bone fragments across a bone fracture includes an externally threaded inner screw member and an externally threaded outer screw member. The inner screw member is initially screwed into an inner bone portion. An unthreaded portion of the outer screw member is movably joined to the inner screw member. The outer screw member is screwed until it gains purchase in an outer bone portion. As impaction occurs over time, the collapsible bone screw apparatus may shorten in length as the two screw members slide, telescope or otherwise axially move toward each other to shorten the overall length, thereby preventing any portion of the screw apparatus from protruding out of the bone. A bone screw kit of multiple inner and outer screw members are provided as well as a method of surgically fastening bone fragments.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2009Date of Patent: November 13, 2012Assignee: Arch Day Design, LLCInventors: Stephen Morris, Tom Weisel, Roger Pisarnwongs
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Publication number: 20100036440Abstract: A collapsible bone screw for healing bone fragments across a bone fracture includes an externally threaded inner screw member and an externally threaded outer screw member. The inner screw member is initially screwed into an inner bone portion. An unthreaded portion of the outer screw member is movably joined to the inner screw member. The outer screw member is screwed until it gains purchase in an outer bone portion. As impaction occurs over time, the collapsible bone screw apparatus may shorten in length as the two screw members slide, telescope or otherwise axially move toward each other to shorten the overall length, thereby preventing any portion of the screw apparatus from protruding out of the bone. A bone screw kit of multiple inner and outer screw members are provided as well as a method of surgically fastening bone fragments.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 10, 2009Publication date: February 11, 2010Applicant: Arch Day Design, LLCInventors: Stephen Morris, Tom Weisel, Roger Pisarnwongs
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Patent number: 7581952Abstract: Apparatus and method for the treatment of dental caries includes a source of oxidizing gas, an aqueous medium and a handpiece for delivering the gas and aqueous medium to a tooth. A cup attached to the handpiece is provided for receiving the gas and exposing a selected area of the tooth to the gas and aqueous medium. The cup includes a resilient edge for sealably the edge for engaging the tooth around the selected area to prevent escape of gas and aqueous medium therepast.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2007Date of Patent: September 1, 2009Assignee: CurOzone Ireland Ltd.Inventors: Edward Lynch, Jurgen H. Schemmer, Aylin Baysan, Gregory R. Holland, Tom Weisel, Roger Mc Pherson
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Publication number: 20090099577Abstract: A system and method for inserting an implant into soft tissue. The system may include an elongate arm having an implant at a first end of the elongate arm and an actuator at a second end of the elongate arm. The implants may be contained in a cartridge assembly. Methods of inserting an implant may be used during nasal septum reconstruction.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 12, 2008Publication date: April 16, 2009Inventors: Donald Gonzales, Roger Pisarnwongs, Tom Weisel, Jeff Wrana
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Patent number: 7413437Abstract: Apparatus for the treatment of dental caries includes a source of oxidizing gas and a handpiece for delivering the gas to a tooth. A cup attached to the handpiece is provided for receiving the gas and exposing a selected area of the tooth to the gas. The cup includes a resilient edge for sealably the edge for engaging the tooth around the selected area to prevent escape of a gas therepast.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2006Date of Patent: August 19, 2008Assignee: CurOzone Ireland Ltd.Inventors: Edward Lynch, Jurgen H. Schemmer, Aylin Baysan, Gregory R. Holland, Tom Weisel, Roger Mc Pherson
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Patent number: 7381212Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. An optional suture receiver may be disposed adjacent to the opposite jaw. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The needle may also be configured to retrieve a suture. A retaining mechanism holds a suture in place to be engaged by the needle. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2004Date of Patent: June 3, 2008Assignee: Depuy Mitek, Inc.Inventors: Brad Topper, Brett Bannerman, Tom Weisel, J. Terry Benson
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Patent number: 7377926Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. An optional suture receiver may be disposed adjacent to the opposite jaw. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The needle may also be configured to retrieve a suture. A retaining mechanism holds a suture in place to be engaged by the needle. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2002Date of Patent: May 27, 2008Assignee: Depuy Mitek, Inc.Inventors: Brad Topper, Brett Bannerman, Tom Weisel, J. Terry Benson
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Patent number: 7344374Abstract: Apparatus for the treatment of dental caries includes a source of oxidizing gas and a handpiece for delivering the gas to a tooth. A cup attached to the handpiece is provided for receiving the gas and exposing a selected area of the tooth to the gas. The cup includes a resilient edge for sealably the edge for engaging the tooth around the selected area to prevent escape of a gas therepast.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2006Date of Patent: March 18, 2008Assignee: Curozone Ireland Ltd.Inventors: Edward Lynch, Jurgen H. Schemmer, Aylin Baysan, Gregory R. Holland, Tom Weisel, Roger McPherson
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Publication number: 20080050701Abstract: Apparatus and method for the treatment of dental caries includes a source of oxidizing gas, an aqueous medium and a handpiece for delivering the gas and aqueous medium to a tooth. A cup attached to the handpiece is provided for receiving the gas and exposing a selected area of the tooth to the gas and aqueous medium. The cup includes a resilient edge for sealably the edge for engaging the tooth around the selected area to prevent escape of gas and aqueous medium therepast.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 30, 2007Publication date: February 28, 2008Inventors: Edward Lynch, Jurgen Schemmer, Aylin Baysan, Gregory Holland, Tom Weisel, Roger Pherson
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Publication number: 20070105064Abstract: Apparatus for the treatment of dental caries includes a source of oxidizing gas and a handpiece for delivering the gas to a tooth. A cup attached to the handpiece is provided for receiving the gas and exposing a selected area of the tooth to the gas. The cup includes a resilient edge for sealably the edge for engaging the tooth around the selected area to prevent escape of a gas therepast.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 31, 2006Publication date: May 10, 2007Inventors: Edward Lynch, Jurgen Schemmer, Aylin Baysan, Gregory Holland, Tom Weisel, Roger McPherson
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Patent number: 7021931Abstract: Apparatus for the treatment of dental caries includes a source of oxidizing gas and a handpiece for delivering the gas to a tooth. A cup attached to the handpiece is provided for receiving the gas and exposing a selected area of the tooth to the gas. The cup includes a resilient edge for sealably the edge for engaging the tooth around the selected area to prevent escape of a gas therepast.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2004Date of Patent: April 4, 2006Assignee: Curozone Ireland Ltd.Inventors: Edward Lynch, Jurgen H. Schemmer, Aylin Baysan, Gregory R. Holland, Tom Weisel, Roger Mc Pherson
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Publication number: 20040199184Abstract: A suturing apparatus comprises a pair of jaws. A bendable needle housed in one of the jaws is adapted to carry a suture. An optional suture receiver may be disposed adjacent to the opposite jaw. A transition block curves the needle and directs it in a direction generally unparallel to an axis of the carrying jaw. The needle may also be configured to retrieve a suture. A retaining mechanism holds a suture in place to be engaged by the needle. The jaw housing the needle may include a lateral opening through which the suture may be inserted. The needle may also include a lateral notch which may be aligned with lateral opening to receive the suture. An actuator coupled to the needle enables the user to move the needle proximally to align the notch with the lateral slot.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2004Publication date: October 7, 2004Inventors: Brad Topper, Brett Bannerman, Tom Weisel, J. Terry Benson
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Patent number: D529173Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2005Date of Patent: September 26, 2006Assignee: Depuy Mitek, Inc.Inventor: Tom Weisel
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Patent number: D530421Type: GrantFiled: August 18, 2005Date of Patent: October 17, 2006Assignee: Depuy Mitek, Inc.Inventors: Brad Topper, Brett Bannerman, Tom Weisel, J. Terry Benson