Patents by Inventor Barry Weitzner

Barry Weitzner 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).

  • DRIVE SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USE
    Publication number: 20170072167
    Abstract: Drive systems and methods of use are disclosed herein for performing medical procedures on a patient. The drive systems include various handle types and triggers for controlling catheters and end effectors. The various handle types include a flexible handle and ambidextrous handles that can alter the handedness of the handle for particularized use. The handles drive articulation sections of the catheter and end effectors with various degrees of freedom, and include locks for holding the catheter and/or end effector in place. The catheter systems include structures for allowing degrees of freedom, such as notches, mechanical interlocks, and articulation joints. In addition, the catheters articulate via cables or fluids.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2016
    Publication date: March 16, 2017
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry WEITZNER, Paul SMITH, Michael BARENBOYM, Gary KAPPEL, John GOLDEN
  • Devices for introducing multiple instruments and methods of use
    Patent number: 9579093
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are devices and methods for introducing a plurality of instruments to a target site through a working channel. The working channel can include a surface adapted to guide one or more instruments into select positions. The working channel can be defined by a portion of a guide tube or tip that may be coupled with an endoscope.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 28, 2017
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Andre D. St. Onge, Naroun Suon, Barry Weitzner
  • Direct drive endoscopy systems and methods
    Patent number: 9566126
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are various systems and methods for facilitating control of a tool or tools. The systems can allow a user to control multiple degrees of freedom. One such system allows a user to control multiple degrees of freedom of two tools simultaneously. Another such system allows a user to control multiple degrees of freedom with a single hand. Frames and rails for supporting and/or constraining movement of a tool or tools are also described herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 14, 2017
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry Weitzner, Paul J. Smith, John B. Golden, Brian J. Intoccia, Naroun Suon, William J. Shaw
  • Method and system for intracavitary and extracavitary procedures
    Patent number: 9561021
    Abstract: Embodiments include a method of performing a medical procedure in a patient. The method includes inserting a first working instrument and a second working instrument through an opening in the patient, creating an incision in body tissue inside the patient using at least one of the first and second working instruments, and advancing the second working instrument through the incision to position the second working instrument at a work site inside the patient. The method also includes positioning the first working instrument at the work site without advancing the first working instrument through the incision and performing a procedure at the work site inside the patient using the first and second working instruments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 7, 2017
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Jon T. McIntyre, Barry Weitzner, Paul DiCarlo, Paul Smith
  • Medical device control system
    Patent number: 9549716
    Abstract: A control system for allowing a physician to control the orientation of a medical device or a medical instrument in a variety of directions with one hand. An actuator selectively tensions one or more control cables having ends secured at or adjacent a distal tip of the medical device in order to bend the distal tip in a desired direction. In one embodiment, a physician can adjust the movement of the distal tip in a desired direction without affecting the orientation of the medical device in other directions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2017
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry Weitzner, John Golden, Frank T. McDonald
  • Tissue aperture securing and sealing apparatuses and related methods of use
    Patent number: 9545258
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention are directed to apparatuses for securing and sealing apertures in tissue and related methods of use. An exemplary apparatus for collapsing an aperture in a wall of tissue can include a base biased to collapse into a collapsed state from an expanded state. The apparatus can also include a plurality of collapsible fingers extending from the base, wherein the collapsible fingers can be configured to collapse about tissue adjacent to and defining the aperture so as to close the aperture in the wall of tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul J. Smith, John Golden, Barry Weitzner
  • MEDICAL SYSTEMS COMPRISING TOOL MEMBERS
    Publication number: 20170007345
    Abstract: Described herein are various method of using a direct drive system to perform procedures at a distance. One exemplary method include tying a knot or suturing at a distance with a first and second end effector. The direct drive system can enable sufficient end effector dexterity, including the ability to control various degrees of freedom of end effector movement, and allow a user to perform complicated task at a distance. In one aspect the direct drive system includes flexible tools that permit access to surgical site via a natural orifice.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2016
    Publication date: January 12, 2017
    Inventors: Paul SMITH, Barry WEITZNER, Kurt GEITZ
  • Catheter drive system with control handle rotatable about two axes separated from housing by shaft
    Patent number: 9533122
    Abstract: Drive systems and methods of use are disclosed herein for performing medical procedures on a patient. The drive systems include various handle types and triggers for controlling catheters and end effectors. The various handle types include a flexible handle and ambidextrous handles that can alter the handedness of the handle for particularized use. The handles drive articulation sections of the catheter and end effectors with various degrees of freedom, and include locks for holding the catheter and/or end effector in place. The catheter systems include structures for allowing degrees of freedom, such as notches, mechanical interlocks, and articulation joints. In addition, the catheters articulate via cables or fluids.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 3, 2017
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry Weitzner, Paul Smith, Michael Barenboym, Gary Kappel, John Golden
  • DISPOSABLE SHEATH
    Publication number: 20160374540
    Abstract: A sheath for a medical instrument may include an elongate body extending from a proximal end to a distal face, and a first hollow lumen extending from a first end proximate the proximal end to a second end proximate the distal face. The sheath may also include a transparent window positioned at the second end of the first lumen to seal the first lumen at the second end. The transparent window may be configured to transmit light therethrough.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry WEITZNER, Paul SMITH, Robert B. DEVRIES
  • Tissue Closure
    Publication number: 20160361065
    Abstract: A device for fastening tissue includes (a) a shaft extending longitudinally from a distal end insertable into a body to a proximal end attached to a controller which remains outside of the body, the shaft including a lumen extending therethrough and an opening extending through a wall of a distal portion thereof to open the lumen to an exterior of the shaft; (b) a first roller housed within the lumen adjacent to a first longitudinal edge of the opening such that a rotation of the first roller grasps and draws tissue from the body into the lumen in combination; and (c) a fastening element housed within the lumen adjacent to the opening and movable from a tissue receiving configuration to a tissue gripping configuration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2016
    Publication date: December 15, 2016
    Inventors: Gary JORDAN, Barry Weitzner, Michael Zupkofska
  • ENDOSCOPIC INSTRUMENT HAVING MOVABLE DISTAL TOOL
    Publication number: 20160309988
    Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure may include a medical device comprising a flexible elongate member including a longitudinal axis and a tool connected to the elongate member near a pivot, wherein the tool may be configured for at least one of suction and infusion, and wherein the tool may be configured to pivot towards both sides of the longitudinal axis relative to the elongate member at the pivot.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2016
    Publication date: October 27, 2016
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul SMITH, Barry WEITZNER, Naroun SUON, Ruth CHENG, Samuel RAYBIN
  • Direct drive instruments and methods of use
    Patent number: 9456877
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are various instruments, systems, and methods of use. The instruments can have various control members and/or handles for controlling various degrees of freedom. In addition, the control members can include various control mechanisms for transferring user inputs from a handle to a distal portion of the instrument. In one aspect, an instrument can comprise a control member and a catheter. The catheter can be adjustably and/or detachably connected to the control member.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 4, 2016
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry Weitzner, Paul J. Smith, John B. Golden, Brian J. Intoccia, Naroun Suon, Michael Barenboym
  • Tissue closure
    Patent number: 9451967
    Abstract: A device for fastening tissue includes (a) a shaft extending longitudinally from a distal end insertable into a body to a proximal end attached to a controller which remains outside of the body, the shaft including a lumen extending therethrough and an opening extending through a wall of a distal portion thereof to open the lumen to an exterior of the shaft; (b) a first roller housed within the lumen adjacent to a first longitudinal edge of the opening such that a rotation of the first roller grasps and draws tissue from the body into the lumen in combination; and (c) a fastening element housed within the lumen adjacent to the opening and movable from a tissue receiving configuration to a tissue gripping configuration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 27, 2016
    Assignee: BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SCIMED, INC.
    Inventors: Gary Jordan, Barry Weitzner, Michael Zupkofska
  • Direct drive methods
    Patent number: 9421071
    Abstract: Described herein are various method of using a direct drive system to perform procedures at a distance. One exemplary method include tying a knot or suturing at a distance with a first and second end effector. The direct drive system can enable sufficient end effector dexterity, including the ability to control various degrees of freedom of end effector movement, and allow a user to perform complicated task at a distance. In one aspect the direct drive system includes flexible tools that permit access to surgical site via a natural orifice.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2016
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul J. Smith, Barry Weitzner
  • MEDICAL SYSTEMS COMPRISING ARTICULATING DEVICES
    Publication number: 20160228113
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are various systems and methods for facilitating control of a tool or tools. The systems can allow a user to control multiple degrees of freedom. One such system allows a user to control multiple degrees of freedom of two tools simultaneously. Another such system allows a user to control multiple degrees of freedom with a single hand. Frames and rails for supporting and/or constraining movement of a tool or tools are also described herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2016
    Publication date: August 11, 2016
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry WEITZNER, Paul J. SMITH, John B. GOLDEN, Brian J. INTOCCIA, Naroun SUON, William J. SHAW
  • Endoscopic instrument having movable distal tool
    Patent number: 9408529
    Abstract: Embodiments of the disclosure may include a medical device comprising a flexible elongate member including a longitudinal axis and a tool connected to the elongate member near a pivot, wherein the tool may be configured for at least one of suction and infusion, and wherein the tool may be configured to pivot towards both sides of the longitudinal axis relative to the elongate member at the pivot.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2016
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul Smith, Naroun Suon, Samuel Raybin, Barry Weitzner, Ruth Cheng
  • CATHETER DRIVER SYSTEM
    Publication number: 20160151606
    Abstract: An apparatus for performing medical procedures on an anatomical body includes an extension with an element near its distal end to be extended into the body, and a driver that moves the extension axially into the body, and that causes flexure of the distal end of the extension. The movement and flexure of the extension is driven by the driver from the proximal end of the extension, and an electronic controller directs the operation of the driver.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2014
    Publication date: June 2, 2016
    Applicant: HANSEN MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Barry Weitzner, Brian Murphy
  • Direct drive endoscopy systems and methods
    Patent number: 9345462
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are various systems and methods for facilitating control of a tool or tools. The systems can allow a user to control multiple degrees of freedom. One such system allows a user to control multiple degrees of freedom of two tools simultaneously. Another such system allows a user to control multiple degrees of freedom with a single hand. Frames and rails for supporting and/or constraining movement of a tool or tools are also described herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2016
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry Weitzner, Paul J. Smith, John B. Golden, Brian J. Intoccia, Naroun Suon, William J. Shaw
  • METHODS AND DEVICES FOR CREATING AN OPENING THROUGH AN ANATOMIC WALL
    Publication number: 20160120600
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are various systems and methods for traversing an anatomic wall. A system can include a port that mates with an anatomic wall and provides a lumen for the passage of a guide tube of a transluminal device. The port can inhibit the passage of biological materials through the anatomic wall. Further described herein are methods for implanting the port and/or for inserting the transluminal device into a body cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2016
    Publication date: May 5, 2016
    Inventors: Barry WEITZNER, Paul SMITH, John B. GOLDEN, Michal WEISMAN, Stephen J. PERRY, Katie L. KRUEGER
  • MEDICAL SYSTEMS COMPRISING OPTICAL DEVICES
    Publication number: 20160089007
    Abstract: Described herein are drive systems and methods. One exemplary system includes a tool having a proximal handle and a catheter body. The tool can be mated with a rail and the rail mated with a frame. The connection between the tool and rail and/or the rail and frame can allow relative movement of the tool with respect to the frame, a patient, and/or a point of reference. In one exemplary configuration the handle of the tool rotates around an axis that corresponds to a portion of the catheter body, such that rotational movement of the handle has a minimal impact on longitudinal movement and/or position of a distal end of the tool.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2015
    Publication date: March 31, 2016
    Applicant: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Barry WEITZNER, Paul J. SMITH, Gary S. KAPPEL, John B. GOLDEN, Brian J. INTOCCIA, Katie KRUEGER, Naroun SUON