Patents by Inventor David E. Valentine, JR.
David E. Valentine, JR. 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: 20230200812Abstract: A handheld electromechanical surgical device, capable of effectuating a surgical procedure, includes a handle assembly having a power source; at least one motor coupled to the power source; and a controller configured to control the motor. The surgical device includes an adapter assembly having an electrical assembly having a proximal end in communication with the controller of the handle assembly. The surgical device includes a reload configured to selectively connect to a distal end of the adapter assembly. The reload includes an annular array of staples; an annular staple pusher for ejecting the staples; and a data storage device selectively connectable to a distal end of the electrical assembly. The data storage device receives and stores performance data of the surgical device from the controller of the handle assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 3, 2023Publication date: June 29, 2023Inventors: Patrick Mozdzierz, Anthony Sgroi, JR., James P. Delbo, Charles R. Kollar, John J. Hryb, IV, Scott G. Firth, David E. Valentine, JR., Paul D. Richard, Stephen R. Paul, Steven H. Joyce, Haley E. Strassner, Alexander J. Hart, Joseph Eisinger
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Patent number: 11660091Abstract: A surgical device including a handle assembly, an elongated portion, and outer band assembly, and inner band assembly, a trocar assembly, and a seal assembly is disclosed. At least a portion of the outer band assembly is disposed radially within the outer sleeve. At least a portion of the trocar assembly is disposed radially within the inner band assembly. The seal assembly includes a first annular seal and a second annular seal. The first annular seal is disposed radially inward of the outer sleeve and radially outward of the outer band assembly. The second annular seal is disposed radially inward of the outer band assembly and radially outward of the inner band assembly.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 2021Date of Patent: May 30, 2023Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Joseph Eisinger, David E. Valentine, Jr., Ramiro D. Cabrera, Stephen R. Paul, Patrick D. Mozdzierz, Jorge L. Boyd, Anthony Sgroi, Jr.
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Patent number: 11607224Abstract: A method for powered surgical stapling instrument rotation adjustment includes measuring a change in position of a first motor shaft of the surgical stapling instrument relative to a stored rotation verification position of the first motor shaft resulting from manual rotation of an adapter assembly of the surgical stapling instrument in relation to a handle assembly of the surgical stapling instrument, determining a distance traveled by a first drive assembly of the adapter assembly of the surgical stapling instrument resulting from the change in position of the first motor shaft, comparing the determined distance traveled to a first stored rotation verification position of the first motor shaft, determining if the compared distance falls into a predetermined acceptable range of rotation positions, and adjusting the position of the drive shaft if the compared distance is not within the predetermined range.Type: GrantFiled: May 18, 2021Date of Patent: March 21, 2023Assignee: COVIDEN LPInventors: David E. Valentine, Jr., Charles R. Kollar, Alexander J. Hart, Justin Williams, Haley E. Strassner, James P. Delbo
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Patent number: 11596400Abstract: A handheld electromechanical surgical device, capable of effectuating a surgical procedure, includes a handle assembly having a power source; at least one motor coupled to the power source; and a controller configured to control the motor. The surgical device includes an adapter assembly having an electrical assembly having a proximal end in communication with the controller of the handle assembly. The surgical device includes a reload configured to selectively connect to a distal end of the adapter assembly. The reload includes an annular array of staples; an annular staple pusher for ejecting the staples; and a data storage device selectively connectable to a distal end of the electrical assembly. The data storage device receives and stores performance data of the surgical device from the controller of the handle assembly.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2020Date of Patent: March 7, 2023Assignee: COVIDIEN LPInventors: Patrick Mozdzierz, Anthony Sgroi, Jr., James P. Delbo, Charles R. Kollar, John J. Hryb, IV, Scott G. Firth, David E. Valentine, Jr., Paul D. Richard, Stephen R. Paul, Steven H. Joyce, Haley E. Strassner, Alexander J. Hart, Joseph Eisinger
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Patent number: 11517305Abstract: A cartridge assembly includes a channel member defining a cavity, and a staple cartridge including a cartridge body. A plurality of pushers disposed within the cartridge body, such that each pusher includes a staple supporting surface that defines a first concavity and a second concavity that are separated by a central radiused convexity. Each staple of a plurality of staples is received within one retaining slot of a plurality of retaining slots. Each staple of the plurality of staples includes a back span, wherein the shape of each staple of the plurality staples corresponds to the shape of the staple supporting surface of each of the plurality of pushers. An actuation sled can be moved within the cartridge body, into sequential engagement with the plurality of pushers to urge the plurality of staples through the plurality of retaining slots.Type: GrantFiled: July 9, 2020Date of Patent: December 6, 2022Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: David E. Valentine, Jr., Joseph T. Eisinger
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Publication number: 20220071627Abstract: A surgical device including a handle assembly, an elongated portion, and outer band assembly, and inner band assembly, a trocar assembly, and a seal assembly is disclosed. At least a portion of the outer band assembly is disposed radially within the outer sleeve. At least a portion of the trocar assembly is disposed radially within the inner band assembly. The seal assembly includes a first annular seal and a second annular seal. The first annular seal is disposed radially inward of the outer sleeve and radially outward of the outer band assembly. The second annular seal is disposed radially inward of the outer band assembly and radially outward of the inner band assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 12, 2021Publication date: March 10, 2022Inventors: Joseph Eisinger, David E. Valentine, JR., Ramiro D. Cabrera, Stephen R. Paul, Patrick D. Mozdzierz, Jorge L. Boyd, Anthony Sgroi, Jr.
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Publication number: 20220022878Abstract: A surgical stapling instrument includes an anvil assembly, a reload assembly, an adapter assembly, a processor, and a memory.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 2, 2021Publication date: January 27, 2022Inventors: Haley E. Strassner, Charles R. Kollar, David E. Valentine, JR., Alexander J. Hart, James P. Delbo
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Publication number: 20220015765Abstract: A method for powered surgical stapling instrument rotation adjustment includes measuring a change in position of a first motor shaft of the surgical stapling instrument relative to a stored rotation verification position of the first motor shaft resulting from manual rotation of an adapter assembly of the surgical stapling instrument in relation to a handle assembly of the surgical stapling instrument, determining a distance traveled by a first drive assembly of the adapter assembly of the surgical stapling instrument resulting from the change in position of the first motor shaft, comparing the determined distance traveled to a first stored rotation verification position of the first motor shaft, determining if the compared distance falls into a predetermined acceptable range of rotation positions, and adjusting the position of the drive shaft if the compared distance is not within the predetermined rangeType: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2021Publication date: January 20, 2022Inventors: David E. Valentine, JR., Charles R. Kollar, Alexander J. Hart, Justin Williams, Haley E. Strassner, James P. Delbo
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Publication number: 20220015766Abstract: A surgical stapling instrument includes an anvil assembly, a reload assembly, an adapter assembly, a processor, and a memory. When clamping to a target pressure, the instructions cause the surgical stapling instrument to advance the anvil assembly in relation to a staple cartridge supported on the reload assembly to a first position to define a first tissue gap within a predetermined acceptable range of tissue gaps, measure a first force of tissue compression of tissue clamped within the first tissue gap with the anvil assembly in the first position, and enter a firing mode of the surgical stapling instrument if the first force of tissue compression is within a predetermined acceptable range of tissue compression.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 18, 2021Publication date: January 20, 2022Inventors: Charles R. Kollar, Alexander J. Hart, David E. Valentine, JR., Haley E. Strassner
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Publication number: 20220008067Abstract: A cartridge assembly includes a channel member defining a cavity, and a staple cartridge including a cartridge body. A plurality of pushers disposed within the cartridge body, such that each pusher includes a staple supporting surface that defines a first concavity and a second concavity that are separated by a central radiused convexity. Each staple of a plurality of staples is received within one retaining slot of a plurality of retaining slots. Each staple of the plurality of staples includes a back span, wherein the shape of each staple of the plurality staples corresponds to the shape of the staple supporting surface of each of the plurality of pushers. An actuation sled can be moved within the cartridge body, into sequential engagement with the plurality of pushers to urge the plurality of staples through the plurality of retaining slots.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 9, 2020Publication date: January 13, 2022Inventors: David E. Valentine, JR., Joseph T. Eisinger
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Publication number: 20210315660Abstract: A surgical device includes an outer sleeve, and a luer. The outer sleeve includes an inner wall, a port and a housing. The port extends through the inner wall of the outer sleeve, and the housing is disposed within the port. The luer is configured for selective engagement with the housing, and includes an input portion and an exit port. The input portion is disposed radially outward of the outer sleeve when the luer is engaged with the housing. The input portion is configured for engagement with a source of fluid. The exit port is disposed radially inward of the inner wall of the outer sleeve when the luer is engaged with the housing.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2019Publication date: October 14, 2021Inventors: Justin Williams, Ramiro D. Cabrera, Joseph Eisinger, Stephen R. Paul, Patrick Mozdzierz, Anthony Sgroi, Jr., David E. Valentine, Jr., Paul D. Richard, Jonathan W. Sapienza, Jon A. Wink
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Publication number: 20210315663Abstract: Surgical devices having a valve to facilitate thoroughly cleaning and drying the surgical devices, tools for opening the valve, and methods of using or operating the same are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2019Publication date: October 14, 2021Inventors: Justin Williams, Ramiro D. Cabrera, Joseph Eisinger, Stephen R. Paul, Patrick Mozdzierz, Anthony Sgroi, Jr., David E. Valentine, Jr., Paul D. Richard, Jonathan W. Sapienza
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Patent number: 10987107Abstract: A surgical stapling device includes a tool assembly having an anvil assembly and a staple cartridge, the anvil assembly is movable in relation to the staple cartridge between spaced and clamped positions. The anvil assembly includes a housing defining a recess and a mesh material positioned within the recess. The staple cartridge includes a body defining a plurality of staple receiving slots. Each of the staple receiving slots supports a staple. The staple receiving slots are aligned with the recess when the anvil assembly and the staple cartridge are in the clamped position such that the plurality of staples are ejected and penetrate into the mesh material when the tool assembly is fired. Each of the plurality of staples includes a backspan and a leg extending from each end of the backspan.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2018Date of Patent: April 27, 2021Assignee: Covidien LPInventors: Anthony Sgroi, Jr., Charles R. Kollar, David E. Valentine, Jr., Joseph M. Guerrera
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Publication number: 20200405304Abstract: A handheld electromechanical surgical device, capable of effectuating a surgical procedure, includes a handle assembly having a power source; at least one motor coupled to the power source; and a controller configured to control the motor. The surgical device includes an adapter assembly having an electrical assembly having a proximal end in communication with the controller of the handle assembly. The surgical device includes a reload configured to selectively connect to a distal end of the adapter assembly. The reload includes an annular array of staples; an annular staple pusher for ejecting the staples; and a data storage device selectively connectable to a distal end of the electrical assembly. The data storage device receives and stores performance data of the surgical device from the controller of the handle assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2020Publication date: December 31, 2020Inventors: Patrick Mozdzierz, Anthony Sgroi, JR., James P. Delbo, Charles R. Kollar, John J. Hryb, IV, Scott G. Firth, David E. Valentine, JR., Paul D. Richard, Stephen R. Paul, Steven H. Joyce, Haley E. Strassner, Alexander J. Hart, Joseph Eisinger
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Publication number: 20190008518Abstract: A surgical stapling device includes a tool assembly having an anvil assembly and a staple cartridge, the anvil assembly is movable in relation to the staple cartridge between spaced and clamped positions. The anvil assembly includes a housing defining a recess and a mesh material positioned within the recess. The staple cartridge includes a body defining a plurality of staple receiving slots. Each of the staple receiving slots supports a staple. The staple receiving slots are aligned with the recess when the anvil assembly and the staple cartridge are in the clamped position such that the plurality of staples are ejected and penetrate into the mesh material when the tool assembly is fired. Each of the plurality of staples includes a backspan and a leg extending from each end of the backspan.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2018Publication date: January 10, 2019Inventors: Anthony Sgroi, JR., Charles R. Kollar, David E. Valentine, JR., Joseph M. Guerrera