Patents by Inventor David Hernke

David Hernke 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).

  • Patent number: 9986314
    Abstract: A patient monitor includes a data connector configured to connect to a corresponding data connector of an approved physiological data acquisition device to provide data transmission to and from the approved physiological data acquisition device, and a power connector configured to connect to a corresponding power connector of the approved physiological data acquisition device to provide power to the approved physiological data acquisition device. The patient monitor further includes a control module configured to detect connection of a corresponding power connector of an unidentified device at the power connection port and/or a corresponding data connector of the unidentified device to the data connector, and provide a limited power amount to the unidentified device through the power connector.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2018
    Assignee: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Nathaniel Frederic Stoddard, Todd Weyenberg, David Hernke
  • Publication number: 20180146266
    Abstract: A patient monitor includes a data connector configured to connect to a corresponding data connector of an approved physiological data acquisition device to provide data transmission to and from the approved physiological data acquisition device, and a power connector configured to connect to a corresponding power connector of the approved physiological data acquisition device to provide power to the approved physiological data acquisition device. The patient monitor further includes a control module configured to detect connection of a corresponding power connector of an unidentified device at the power connection port and/or a corresponding data connector of the unidentified device to the data connector, and provide a limited power amount to the unidentified device through the power connector.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2016
    Publication date: May 24, 2018
    Applicant: General Electric Company
    Inventors: Nathaniel Frederic Stoddard, Todd Weyenberg, David Hernke
  • Publication number: 20080051844
    Abstract: A monitoring system and method for monitoring signals from an implantable medical device are disclosed. The monitoring system and method include a monitor configured to detect a radio frequency artifact from the signals of the implantable medical device and circuitry for processing the radio frequency artifact from the signals of the implantable medical device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2007
    Publication date: February 28, 2008
    Inventors: Donald Brodnick, David Hernke, Brian Young, David Albert, Robert Wolfe, James Gray, Paul Schluter
  • Publication number: 20080051846
    Abstract: A monitoring system and method for monitoring signals from an implantable medical device are disclosed. The monitoring system and method include a monitor configured to detect a radio frequency artifact from the signals of the implantable medical device and circuitry for processing the radio frequency artifact from the signals of the implantable medical device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2007
    Publication date: February 28, 2008
    Inventors: Donald Brodnick, David Hernke, Brian Young, David Albert, Robert Wolfe, James Gray, Paul Schluter
  • Publication number: 20080009682
    Abstract: The method and system improves the efficiency of the use of trained medical personnel in treating monitored patients. Specifically, this efficiency is improved in remote chronic disease monitoring. The method and system incorporates a pool of call screeners to contact and screen remote patients that have not submitted their data. Depending on the results of the screening, the patient may require assistance from skilled medical personnel and be routed to such personnel. Alternative embodiments may screen all remote patients without first collecting physiological data. A preferred embodiment will include a means for the patient to provide feedback to the caseworker or the skilled medical personnel.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2006
    Publication date: January 10, 2008
    Inventor: David Hernke
  • Publication number: 20070036255
    Abstract: The present invention is a system and method of synchronizing data streams from data acquisition processors. The system and method utilizes a common signal to data acquisition processors to trigger a measuring of the data sampling signal. These measurements are averaged and compared to an expected phase, whereby either of the data acquisition processor's data delivery rate are adjusted if the compound shows a difference greater than a maximum drift rate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2005
    Publication date: February 15, 2007
    Inventors: Robert Wolfe, David Hernke, Christopher Rozman, David Schieble, Howard Anstedt, Russel Roeber
  • Publication number: 20050113704
    Abstract: A patient monitoring system having a patient parameter cable with a memory device is provided. The parameter cable having a memory device is capable of storing system information, such as configuration settings, patient-specific data, and cable identification information. Upon connection of the parameter cable to a subsequent monitoring station, the cable memory is read, and the station is configured in accordance with information stored in the parameter cable. Continuity of patient monitoring system settings and calibrations during disconnection and reconnection of patient parameter cables is maintained. Clinical workflow is improved. Opportunity for error that accompanies manual entry of patient data and information is reduced. Improved tracking capability facilitates quality control of parameter cables.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2003
    Publication date: May 26, 2005
    Inventors: Corey Lawson, David Hernke, Patrick VanRyzin
  • Publication number: 20050085863
    Abstract: A monitoring system and method for monitoring signals from an implantable medical device are disclosed. The monitoring system and method include a monitor configured to detect a radio frequency artifact from the signals of the implantable medical device and circuitry for processing the radio frequency artifact from the signals of the implantable medical device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2003
    Publication date: April 21, 2005
    Inventors: Donald Brodnick, David Hernke, Brian Young, David Albert, Robert Wolfe, James Gray, Paul Schluter
  • Publication number: 20050075067
    Abstract: A data acquisition system can include an acquisition device and a receiving device. The acquisition device includes inputs that receive data from sensors connected to a subject, a wireless and/or a wired transmitter that transmits data received by the inputs, and a housing carrying at least some of the components of the acquisition device. The housing may be wearable by a patient. The acquisition device may be switchable between a tethered data transmission mode and an untethered data transmission mode. The receiving device includes a receiver that receives data transmitted by the acquisition device, and may include an output that outputs data to a host. The system may be configured to transmit data from the data acquisition device to the local monitor point-to-point. The system is particularly useful for monitoring high acuity patients that may or may not require ambulation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2003
    Publication date: April 7, 2005
    Inventors: Corey Lawson, David Duckert, David Hernke