Patents by Inventor David C. Paul

David C. Paul 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).

  • ANTERIOR PROSTHETIC SPINAL DISC REPLACEMENT
    Publication number: 20160058567
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a prosthetic spinal disc for replacing a damaged disc between two vertebrae of a spine. The present invention also relates to a method for implanting a prosthetic spinal disc via anterior or anterior lateral implantation. Other surgical approaches for implanting the prosthetic disc may also be used.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2015
    Publication date: March 3, 2016
    Inventors: David C. Paul, Christopher Angelucci, William S. Rhoda, Michael L. Boyer, II, William E. Duffield
  • Polyaxial screw
    Patent number: 9259254
    Abstract: The present invention generally is directed toward a spinal fixation system whereby a coupling element allows the physician to selectively lock or unlock either the connection between the coupling element and a fastener, such as to allow for repositioning of the coupling element, or the connection between the coupling element and an elongate rod. The locking or unlocking of these connections may be made independently and as desired by the physician.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2016
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Iott, Andrew Lee, Lawrence Binder, David C. Paul
  • SPINOUS PROCESS FUSION DEVICES
    Publication number: 20160022326
    Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to a device for positioning and immobilizing at least two adjacent vertebrae. In particular, in one or more embodiments, the present disclosure relates to spinous process fusion devices that distract and immobilize the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2015
    Publication date: January 28, 2016
    Inventors: Michael L Boyer, II, David C. Paul, Daniel Laskowitz, Jason Cianfrani, Jody L. Seifert, William E. Duffield
  • INTERVERTEBRAL IMPLANT
    Publication number: 20160000573
    Abstract: An intervertebral spacer and stabilization implant includes a plate having sockets configured for retaining a fastener passable through the socket and into an adjacent vertebral body. One or more connecting projections extend from a side of the plate, to mate with projections extending from a spacer body. A plurality of teeth project from at least one of the upper or lower surfaces of the spacer body, and a chamber is formed through the spacer body to enable bone fusion between the vertebrae. The combined plate and spacer may be inserted to lie completely within the intervertebral space, or a portion of the plate may overlie a vertebral body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2015
    Publication date: January 7, 2016
    Inventors: Andrew Iott, Jody L. Seifert, David C. Paul, Mark Adams, Kevin Gahman, Chad Glerum, Daniel Davenport, Victoria Alexander
  • Bone removal instrument
    Patent number: 9226757
    Abstract: Improved spinal instruments are provided. In particular, the present application relates to an improved rongeur that allows for multiple bites of bone to be performed in a patient before removing the rongeur from the patient. The rongeur includes a lower shaft and an upper shaft slidable relative to the lower shaft. The lower shaft and upper shaft form a jaw mechanism that can take multiple bites of bone, which can be deposited in a storage cavity formed in the upper shaft. To assist in removing the bone from within the storage cavity, an internal plunger mechanism can be provided that is actuated by a finger hold. In addition, at least portions of the upper shaft are detachable from the lower shaft such that the upper shaft can be thoroughly cleaned and re-used if desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2016
    Assignee: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: David C. Paul, William S Rhoda, Donald Kolletzki
  • Intervertebral implant
    Patent number: 9226831
    Abstract: An intervertebral spacer for therapeutic treatment of a patient includes at least one link sized and dimensioned to fit within an intervertebral space in the patient, and is configured to maintain a separation of two adjacent vertebrae for a period of time. A rigid guiding object, which may be a tool or a successive link, is insertable into the patient, to guide other links into the patient using an MIS approach. A pivot is connected between successive links, or between a guide tool and a link, configured to limit a relative range of angular orientation between the link and the guiding tool, or successive links. Multiple links are so joined to form a chain pushable by the last link, and pullable by the first link, to form a chain which may be formed into a curved configuration corresponding to the patient's intervertebral space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 5, 2016
    Assignee: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Kevin Gahman, Marcin Niemiec, David C. Paul, Andrew Iott
  • Standalone Interbody Implants
    Publication number: 20150328005
    Abstract: Stand-alone interbody fusion devices for engagement between adjacent vertebrae. The stand-alone interbody fusion devices may include a spacer and one or more inserts or members coupled to the spacer. The inserts or members may be configured and designed to provide the apertures which are designed to retain bone fasteners, such as screws, and secure the implant to the adjacent vertebrae.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2014
    Publication date: November 19, 2015
    Applicant: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC
    Inventors: Nick Padovani, Jason Gray, Jason Zappacosta, David C. Paul, Jody Seifert, Jennifer S. Klimek, Chris Geisler, Kevin Gahman, Mark Weiman
  • Polyaxial screw
    Patent number: 9179937
    Abstract: The present invention generally is directed toward a spinal fixation system whereby a coupling element allows the physician to selectively lock or unlock either the connection between the coupling element and a fastener, such as to allow for repositioning of the coupling element, or the connection between the coupling element and an elongate rod. The locking or unlocking of these connections may be made independently and as desired by the physician.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Iott, Andrew Lee, Larry Binder, David C. Paul
  • Spinous process fusion devices
    Patent number: 9179944
    Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to a device for positioning and immobilizing at least two adjacent vertebrae. In particular, in one or more embodiments, the present disclosure relates to spinous process fusion devices that distract and immobilize the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 11, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Michael Lee Boyer, II, David C. Paul, Daniel Laskowitz, Jason Cianfrani, Jody L. Seifert, William E. Duffield
  • Anterior prosthetic spinal disc replacement
    Patent number: 9179925
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a prosthetic spinal disc for replacing a damaged disc between two vertebrae of a spine. The present invention also relates to a method for implanting a prosthetic spinal disc via anterior or anterior lateral implantation. Other surgical approaches for implanting the prosthetic disc may also be used.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: David C. Paul, Christopher Angelucci, William Rhoda, Michael L. Bover, II, William E. Duffield
  • Polyaxial screw
    Patent number: 9138262
    Abstract: The present invention generally is directed toward a spinal fixation system whereby a coupling element allows the physician to selectively lock or unlock either the connection between the coupling element and a fastener, such as to allow for repositioning of the coupling element, or the connection between the coupling element and an elongate rod. The locking or unlocking of these connections may be made independently and as desired by the physician.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2015
    Assignee: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Andrew Iott, Andrew Lee, Lawrence Binder, David C. Paul
  • Transforaminal prosthetic spinal disc replacement and methods thereof
    Patent number: 9125751
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a prosthetic spinal disc for replacing a damaged disc between two vertebrae of a spine and methods for inserting said discs. The present invention also relates to prosthetic spinal disc designs that are implanted using a transforaminal approach, methods thereof, and apparatus thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 8, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2015
    Assignee: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: David W. Ankney, William S. Rhoda, David C. Paul, Christopher Angelucci
  • Transforaminal prosthetic spinal disc replacement
    Patent number: 9125755
    Abstract: An intervertebral implant includes a first endplate having a first surface configured to substantially engage with a first vertebral body and a second surface having an extension with a concave contact surface, the concave contact surface being spaced apart from the second surface. The implant further includes a second endplate having a first surface configured to substantially engage with a second vertebral body and a second surface comprising a convex contact surface, and the second endplate having first and second side rails positioned along and above the second surface defining a first and second arcuate slots on opposing sides of the second surface. A plate connecting the first and second endplates is also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2015
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: David W. Ankney, William S. Rhoda, David C. Paul, Christopher Angelucci
  • Distraction Screw
    Publication number: 20150238230
    Abstract: A distraction screw includes a proximal portion secured to a first vertebra, a distal portion secured to a second vertebra and an intermediate portion. The intermediate portion is coupled to the proximal and distal portions and is positioned in an intervertebral space. The intermediate portion is configured and adapted to enable distraction of the first vertebra relative to the second vertebra.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 21, 2014
    Publication date: August 27, 2015
    Applicant: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Sean Suh, Michal Zentko, Andrew Iott, Kurt Faulhaber, David C. Paul
  • Flush cut saw
    Patent number: 9108334
    Abstract: This invention relates generally to power tools, particularly to a portable, multifunction saw and uses thereof (e.g., for household, commercial (e.g., for use in window removal and replacement) and medical (e.g. for bone cutting) applications), and more particularly to a multifunctional saw with a protective blade guard configured to cover the entire blade.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2015
    Assignee: CANIS MAJOR TOOL COMPANY LLC
    Inventors: Richard D. Plonsky, David C. Paul
  • Intramedullary Nails
    Publication number: 20150201979
    Abstract: The present invention is generally directed to intramedullary nails that can include a keel configured for rotational stabilization and/or a multi-sectioned rod configured to apply compression to a fracture.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2014
    Publication date: July 23, 2015
    Applicant: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC
    Inventor: David C. Paul
  • Vertebral body nerve and vein cauterizing system and method
    Patent number: 9028538
    Abstract: Disclosed are vertebroplasty methods that include cauterizing an inner cavity of a vertebra of a mammal, such as a human, and injecting bone cement into the vertebra. Systems and kits for performing such methods are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2015
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: David C. Paul, Sean Suh, Mark Weiman, Jody L. Seifert
  • Device for Stabilizing a Vertebral Joint and Method for Anterior Insertion Thereof
    Publication number: 20150073554
    Abstract: A prosthetic device can be used as a prosthesis following a discectomy or a corpectomy. The prosthetic device includes two endplates with staggered motion limiting members. The device can be configured to allow six degrees of motion when comparing one endplate relative to the other. The endplates can be configured to fix the joint by changing the body held within the device and by adding a locking plate and fasteners. A method teaches how to insert a device to an intervertebral space via an anterior incision.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2013
    Publication date: March 12, 2015
    Inventors: Sean Suh, David C. Paul, Jon Suh, Vipin Kunjachan
  • Polyaxial Screw
    Publication number: 20150073483
    Abstract: The present invention generally is directed toward a spinal fixation system whereby a coupling element allows the physician to selectively lock or unlock either the connection between the coupling element and a fastener, such as to allow for repositioning of the coupling element, or the connection between the coupling element and an elongate rod. The locking or unlocking of these connections may be made independently and as desired by the physician.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2014
    Publication date: March 12, 2015
    Applicant: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Iott, Andrew Lee, Lawrence Binder, David C. Paul
  • Spinous Process Fusion Devices
    Publication number: 20150066087
    Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to a device for positioning and immobilizing at least two adjacent vertebrae. In particular, in one or more embodiments, the present disclosure relates to spinous process fusion devices that distract and immobilize the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 11, 2014
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventors: Aditya Ingalhalikar, Jason Zappacosta, Michael Lee Boyer, II, David C. Paul, Daniel Laskowitz, Jason Cianfrani, William E. Duffield