Patents by Inventor Craig B. Berky
Craig B. Berky 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: 9131875Abstract: A device for measuring a length of a cervix includes an elongate measurement member extending along a longitudinal axis and including a measurement scale thereon, a hollow member coaxial with and disposed over the elongate measurement member, a flange offset from the longitudinal axis and attached to a distal end of the hollow member, a handle attached to a proximal end of the measurement member, and a locking mechanism on the handle. The hollow member is freely rotatable about the longitudinal axis relative to the measurement member to place the flange in a first position and in a second position perpendicular to the first position without moving the measurement scale. The locking mechanism is configured, when locked, to fix the hollow member relative to the measurement member and, when unlocked, to allow the hollow member to slide axially along the measurement member in the first and second positions.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2014Date of Patent: September 15, 2015Assignee: Cervilenz Inc.Inventors: Jonathan P. Bauer, Dean R. Koch, Paul E. McCreadie, Michael Glenn Ross, Craig B. Berky
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Patent number: 9119627Abstract: A method of occluding an appendage of the heart with a clamp including at least first and second elongate clamping portions, the first and second elongate clamping portions including tissue engaging surfaces that promote tissue ingrowth. The method includes implanting the clamp by positioning the first and second elongate clamping portions on opposite sides of the appendage. At least one of the first or second elongate clamping portions is biased toward the other of the first and second elongate clamping portions to place the clamp into a clamping position on the appendage. Tissue ingrowth into the tissue engaging surfaces retains the clamp in place on the appendage.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2013Date of Patent: September 1, 2015Assignees: IDX MEDICAL, LTD, THE CLEVELAND CLINIC FOUNDATIONInventors: Delos M. Cosgrove, Warren P. Williamson, IV, Craig B. Berky
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Publication number: 20150228204Abstract: A training method for sclerotherapy. The method includes directing a needle tip into communication with an artificial venous structure, dispensing a fluid through the needle to force fluid from the artificial venous structure and detecting the fluid that is displaced from the artificial venous structure.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 21, 2015Publication date: August 13, 2015Inventors: Dvora Y. Nelson, Craig B. Berky, Thomas M. Kress
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Patent number: 9097630Abstract: A method of staging a tissue sample cassette, including a cassette body and a lid, from an upper position in a frame used during a tissue embedding process to a lower position in the frame. The method comprises coupling the cassette with the frame such that the cassette is in the upper position and positively stopped at the upper position by first structure on a wall of the frame. The cassette is moved relative to the frame to the lower position by selectively engaging the cassette with a staging mechanism. An external force is applied to the cassette with the staging mechanism in a direction to move the cassette from the upper position toward the lower position. The cassette is retained in the lower position using second structure on the wall of the frame, such that the cassette is exposed for embedding the cassette in an embedding medium and subsequently slicing the tissue sample embedded in the embedding medium.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2013Date of Patent: August 4, 2015Assignee: BioPath Automation, L.L.C.Inventors: Warren P. Williamson, IV, Craig B. Berky, Stephen P. Whitlatch, Thomas J. Ward
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Patent number: 9033713Abstract: A training device for sclerotherapy. The device includes at least one artificial venous structure adapted to contain a fluid, a reservoir, and a fluid path connecting the artificial venous structure to the reservoir.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2012Date of Patent: May 19, 2015Assignee: NELSON MEDICAL ENTERPRISES, LLCInventors: Dvora Y. Nelson, Craig B. Berky, Thomas M. Kress
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Publication number: 20150094620Abstract: A device for measuring a length of a cervix includes an elongate measurement member extending along a longitudinal axis and including a measurement scale thereon, a hollow member coaxial with and disposed over the elongate measurement member, a flange offset from the longitudinal axis and attached to a distal end of the hollow member, a handle attached to a proximal end of the measurement member, and a locking mechanism on the handle. The hollow member is freely rotatable about the longitudinal axis relative to the measurement member to place the flange in a first position and in a second position perpendicular to the first position without moving the measurement scale. The locking mechanism is configured, when locked, to fix the hollow member relative to the measurement member and, when unlocked, to allow the hollow member to slide axially along the measurement member in the first and second positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 27, 2014Publication date: April 2, 2015Inventors: Jonathan P. BAUER, Dean R. KOCH, Paul E. MCCREADIE, Michael Glenn ROSS, Craig B. BERKY
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Patent number: 8870794Abstract: A device for measuring a length of a cervix includes an elongate measurement member extending along a longitudinal axis and including a measurement scale thereon, a hollow member coaxial with and disposed over the elongate measurement member, a flange offset from the longitudinal axis and attached to a distal end of the hollow member, a handle attached to a proximal end of the measurement member, and a locking mechanism on the handle. The hollow member is freely rotatable about the longitudinal axis relative to the measurement member to place the flange in a first position and in a second position perpendicular to the first position without moving the measurement scale. The locking mechanism is configured, when locked, to fix the hollow member relative to the measurement member and, when unlocked, to allow the hollow member to slide axially along the measurement member in the first and second positions.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 2013Date of Patent: October 28, 2014Assignee: Cervilenz Inc.Inventors: Jonathan P. Bauer, Dean R. Koch, Paul E. McCreadie, Michael Glenn Ross, Craig B. Berky
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Publication number: 20140107769Abstract: A system includes a pre-sized prosthetic chordae, a papillary penetration member, and a female securing member. The pre-sized prosthetic chordae is directly connected to an attachment member. The papillary penetration member extends through both the chordae and the attachment member. The female securing member receives the penetration member. The penetration member is an axis about which the chordae pivot.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 9, 2013Publication date: April 17, 2014Applicant: The Cleveland Clinic FoundationInventors: A. Marc Gillinov, Michael K. Banbury, Jeremy Hemingway, Craig B. Berky, Jonathan Bauer
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Publication number: 20140099661Abstract: A method of staging a tissue sample cassette, including a cassette body and a lid, from an upper position in a frame used during a tissue embedding process to a lower position in the frame. The method comprises coupling the cassette with the frame such that the cassette is in the upper position and positively stopped at the upper position by first structure on a wall of the frame. The cassette is moved relative to the frame to the lower position by selectively engaging the cassette with a staging mechanism. An external force is applied to the cassette with the staging mechanism in a direction to move the cassette from the upper position toward the lower position. The cassette is retained in the lower position using second structure on the wall of the frame, such that the cassette is exposed for embedding the cassette in an embedding medium and subsequently slicing the tissue sample embedded in the embedding medium.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2013Publication date: April 10, 2014Applicant: BIOPATH AUTOMATION, L.L.C.Inventors: Warren P. Williamson, IV, Craig B. Berky, Stephen P. Whitlatch, Thomas J. Ward
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Patent number: 8609431Abstract: The disclosure relates to a cassette, frame and mold for holding a tissue sample during an embedding and mircotoming process, and related methods. The cassette is sectionable in a microtome and includes a body with a bottom wall and a plurality of side walls. First and second side walls are generally V-shaped to present an apex of the āVā to the microtome blade. A lid of the cassette is stiffer than the bottom wall of the cassette to assist with positioning the tissue sample. The side walls of the cassette are perforated so as to significantly reduce the amount of cassette material that must be cut by the microtome blade. In one embodiment, to additionally reduce blade wear the ribs on one side wall are offset lengthwise relative to the ribs on an opposite side wall. An upper flange of the cassette includes depressions configured to register with detents in the frame.Type: GrantFiled: July 14, 2010Date of Patent: December 17, 2013Assignee: Biopath Automation, L.L.C.Inventors: Warren P. Williamson, IV, Craig B. Berky, Stephen P. Whitlatch, Thomas J. Ward
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Patent number: 8601633Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for the cleaning of an endotracheal tube while a patient is being supported by a ventilator connected to the endotracheal tube for the purpose of increasing the available space for airflow or to prevent the build up of materials that may constrict airflow or be a potential nidus for infection. In one embodiment, a method for cleaning endotracheal tubes comprises inserting a cleaning device within an endotracheal tube while a cleaning member is in a compressed position, radially expanding the cleaning member to an expanded position within the endotracheal tube, and withdrawing the cleaning device from the endotracheal tube with the cleaning member in the expanded position.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2013Date of Patent: December 10, 2013Assignee: Endoclear LLCInventors: Brad E. Vazales, Arthur Bertolero, Ken Watson, James M. Gracy, Clifton P. Colwell, Craig B. Berky, Alan Davidner
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Publication number: 20130317394Abstract: A device for measuring a length of a cervix includes an elongate measurement member extending along a longitudinal axis and including a measurement scale thereon, a hollow member coaxial with and disposed over the elongate measurement member, a flange offset from the longitudinal axis and attached to a distal end of the hollow member, a handle attached to a proximal end of the measurement member, and a locking mechanism on the handle. The hollow member is freely rotatable about the longitudinal axis relative to the measurement member to place the flange in a first position and in a second position perpendicular to the first position without moving the measurement scale. The locking mechanism is configured, when locked, to fix the hollow member relative to the measurement member and, when unlocked, to allow the hollow member to slide axially along the measurement member in the first and second positions.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 30, 2013Publication date: November 28, 2013Inventors: Jonathan P. BAUER, Dean R. KOCH, Paul E. MCCREADIE, Michael Glenn ROSS, Craig B. BERKY
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Patent number: 8562562Abstract: This invention is directed to a portable intravenous fluid heater that can weight less than 10 oz having an internal power supply internal tubing that is heated by a heating element; a logic assembly; an external power terminal for connecting an external power supply; and computer readable instructions, that when executed by the processor, perform the steps of receiving output temperature from the fluid output heat sensor, removing power from the heating element if the output temperature is above a predetermined temperature to reduce the temperature of fluid exiting the tubing and delivering power to the heating element when the output temperature is below a predetermined temperature.Type: GrantFiled: August 13, 2011Date of Patent: October 22, 2013Assignee: North American Rescue, LLCInventors: Joanne S. Walter, Darrel Saunders, Craig B. Berky, Kurt Klingenberg
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Publication number: 20130245652Abstract: A method of occluding an appendage of the heart with a clamp including at least first and second elongate clamping portions, the first and second elongate clamping portions including tissue engaging surfaces that promote tissue ingrowth. The method includes implanting the clamp by positioning the first and second elongate clamping portions on opposite sides of the appendage. At least one of the first or second elongate clamping portions is biased toward the other of the first and second elongate clamping portions to place the clamp into a clamping position on the appendage. Tissue ingrowth into the tissue engaging surfaces retains the clamp in place on the appendage.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2013Publication date: September 19, 2013Applicants: THE CLEVELAND CLINIC FOUNDATION, IDX MEDICAL, LTD.Inventors: Delos M. Cosgrove, Warren P. Williamson, IV, Craig B. Berky
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Publication number: 20130228196Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for the cleaning of an endotracheal tube while a patient is being supported by a ventilator connected to the endotracheal tube for the purpose of increasing the available space for airflow or to prevent the build up of materials that may constrict airflow or be a potential nidus for infection. In one embodiment, a method for cleaning endotracheal tubes comprises inserting a cleaning device within an endotracheal tube while a cleaning member is in a compressed position, radially expanding the cleaning member to an expanded position within the endotracheal tube, and withdrawing the cleaning device from the endotracheal tube with the cleaning member in the expanded position.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 22, 2013Publication date: September 5, 2013Inventors: Brad E. Vazales, Arthur Bertolero, Ken Watson, James M. Gracy, Clifton P. Colwell, Craig B. Berky, Alan Davidner
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Patent number: 8517960Abstract: A device for measuring a length of a cervix includes an elongate measurement member, a hollow member, a flange, a handle, and a locking mechanism. The elongate measurement member extends along a longitudinal axis and includes a measurement scale thereon. The hollow member is coaxial with and disposed over the elongate measurement member. The flange is offset from the longitudinal axis and attached to a distal end of the hollow member. The handle is attached to a proximal end of the measurement member. The locking mechanism is configured, when locked, to fix the hollow member relative to the measurement member and, when unlocked to allow the hollow member to slide along the measurement member and rotate about the longitudinal axis so as to place the flange in a desired position without moving the measurement scale.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 2013Date of Patent: August 27, 2013Assignee: CervilLenz Inc.Inventors: Jonathan P. Bauer, Dean R. Koch, Paul E. McCreadie, Michael Glenn Ross, Craig B. Berky
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Patent number: 8468637Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for the cleaning of an endotracheal tube while a patient is being supported by a ventilator connected to the endotracheal tube for the purpose of increasing the available space for airflow or to prevent the build up of materials that may constrict airflow or be a potential nidus for infection. In one embodiment, a mechanically-actuated endotracheal tube cleaning device is configured to removably receive a visualization member to provide cleaning of the endotracheal tube under direct visualization.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2010Date of Patent: June 25, 2013Assignee: Endoclear LLCInventors: Brad E. Vazales, Arthur Bertolero, Ken Watson, James M. Gracy, Clifton P. Colwell, Craig B. Berky, Alan Davidner
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Patent number: 8465507Abstract: A device for occluding a hollow anatomical structure includes a clamp having at least first and second clamping portions adapted to be placed on opposite sides of the anatomical structure. At least one of the first and second clamping portions is movable toward the other from an open position to a clamping or closed position to occlude the anatomical structure. The clamp has an annular shape configured to surround the hollow anatomical structure in the open position and a flattened shape in the clamping position configured to occlude the hollow interior of the anatomical structure. The clamp is preferably covered with fabric to promote tissue ingrowth. A clamp delivery and actuation device is provided for allowing the clamp to be applied in either an open surgical procedure or a minimally invasive procedure.Type: GrantFiled: December 7, 2009Date of Patent: June 18, 2013Assignees: IDX Medical, Ltd., The Cleveland Clinic FoundationInventors: Delos M. Cosgrove, Warren P. Williamson, IV, Craig B. Berky
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Patent number: 8458844Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods are disclosed for the cleaning of an endotracheal tube while a patient is being supported by a ventilator connected to the endotracheal tube for the purpose of increasing the available space for airflow or to prevent the build up of materials that may constrict airflow or be a potential nidus for infection. In one embodiment, a mechanically-actuated endotracheal tube cleaning device is configured to removably receive a visualization member to provide cleaning of the endotracheal tube under direct visualization.Type: GrantFiled: August 4, 2010Date of Patent: June 11, 2013Assignee: Endoclear, LLCInventors: Brad E. Vazales, Arthur Bertolero, Ken Watson, James M. Gracy, Clifton P. Colwell, Craig B. Berky, Alan Davidner
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Publication number: 20130131552Abstract: A device for measuring a length of a cervix includes an elongate measurement member, a hollow member, a flange, a handle, and a locking mechanism. The elongate measurement member extends along a longitudinal axis and includes a measurement scale thereon. The hollow member is coaxial with and disposed over the elongate measurement member. The flange is offset from the longitudinal axis and attached to a distal end of the hollow member. The handle is attached to a proximal end of the measurement member. The locking mechanism is configured, when locked, to fix the hollow member relative to the measurement member and, when unlocked to allow the hollow member to slide along the measurement member and rotate about the longitudinal axis so as to place the flange in a desired position without moving the measurement scale.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 22, 2013Publication date: May 23, 2013Inventors: Jonathan P. BAUER, Dean R. KOCH, Paul E. MCCREADIE, Michael Glenn ROSS, Craig B. BERKY