Patents Assigned to Carilion Clinic
  • Patent number: 12005272
    Abstract: Certain configurations are described of devices that can receive and retain a radiation measuring device during administration of a nuclear medication. In some instances, the radiation measuring device can measure radiation levels being delivered through an intravenous line positioned within the device and connected to a patient. Methods and systems using the devices are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2024
    Assignee: Carilion Clinic
    Inventor: James R Crowley
  • Patent number: 11865304
    Abstract: Certain configurations of devices and systems that can administer a nuclear medication in an automated manner are described. In some instances, the system can receive a nuclear medication in a shielded transport container and administer the nuclear medication to a patient through an intravenous line in an automated manner to minimize radiation exposure by staff. Methods of using the devices and systems are also described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2021
    Date of Patent: January 9, 2024
    Assignee: Carilion Clinic
    Inventor: James R Crowley
  • Patent number: 11794034
    Abstract: Certain configurations of an infusion device are described. In some examples, the infusion device may comprise an enclosure that can absorb radiation from a radioisotope material within the enclosure. The enclosure can also be configured to permit administration of the radioisotope material within the enclosure to a human in need of treatment for a condition such as cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2023
    Assignee: Carilion Clinic
    Inventors: James Crowley, Jackson Kiser, Sean O Wilson