Patents by Inventor David J. Kupiecki

David J. Kupiecki 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).

  • Publication number: 20200121504
    Abstract: An implant is placed within Schlemm's canal of the eye and provides tension to the trabecular meshwork. The tension is continuous and increases the aqueous outflow without the necessity of administering cholinergic drugs to treat glaucoma.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 23, 2019
    Publication date: April 23, 2020
    Applicant: iScience lnterventional Corporation
    Inventors: Robert Stegmann, Stanley R. Conston, David J. Kupiecki, John McKenzie, Candice D. Pinson, Ronald Yamamoto
  • Patent number: 10022210
    Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2018
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Richard C. Kaleta, Chaouki A. Khamis, Gary A. Rocheleau, John F. Otte, Gregory L. Koeller, David J. Kupiecki
  • Patent number: 10010394
    Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Date of Patent: July 3, 2018
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall
  • Patent number: 9918818
    Abstract: Pelvic or other types of implants are provided that can include tensioning feedback components or portions, such as color changing polymer materials, such as polyacetylene. The color changing polymer can be included with, coated on or otherwise provided with a portion of slings or implant devices to provide targeted feedback to the user or physician of the tension applied to a particular device. A first color can be used to indicate a first (initial) tension or compression stage, and a second color can be used to indicate tensioning of the device beyond a predefined threshold.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: March 20, 2018
    Assignee: Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc.
    Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, Shawn M. Wignall, David J. Kupiecki
  • Publication number: 20160287368
    Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2016
    Publication date: October 6, 2016
    Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall
  • Publication number: 20160256251
    Abstract: Pelvic or other types of implants are provided that can include tensioning feedback components or portions, such as color changing polymer materials, such as polyacetylene. The color changing polymer can be included with, coated on or otherwise provided with a portion of slings or implant devices to provide targeted feedback to the user or physician of the tension applied to a particular device. A first color can be used to indicate a first (initial) tension or compression stage, and a second color can be used to indicate tensioning of the device beyond a predefined threshold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2016
    Publication date: September 8, 2016
    Inventors: Chaouki A. KHAMIS, Shawn M. WIGNALL, David J. KUPIECKI
  • Patent number: 9364308
    Abstract: Pelvic or other types of implants are provided that can include tensioning feedback components or portions, such as color changing polymer materials, such as polyacetylene. The color changing polymer can be included with, coated on or otherwise provided with a portion of slings or implant devices to provide targeted feedback to the user or physician of the tension applied to a particular device. A first color can be used to indicate a first (initial) tension or compression stage, and a second color can be used to indicate tensioning of the device beyond a predefined threshold.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2016
    Assignee: Astora Women's Health, LLC
    Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, Shawn M. Wignall, David J. Kupiecki
  • Patent number: 9333065
    Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2016
    Assignee: Astora Women's Health, LLC
    Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall
  • Publication number: 20140235935
    Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 28, 2014
    Publication date: August 21, 2014
    Applicant: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall
  • Publication number: 20140148829
    Abstract: A catheter system and corresponding methods are provided for accessing a blood vessel true lumen from a sub-intimal plane of the vessel. The catheter system includes visualization elements for determining the orientation of the true lumen with respect to the sub-intimal plane at an identified entry site from a position in the sub-intimal plane. The entry site is distal to a chronic total occlusion (CTO). The catheter system also includes a system for physically securing tissue of the sub-intimal plane at the entry site to the catheter system. The attaching system reduces or eliminates catheter float within the sub-intimal space. The catheter system further includes re-entry devices to establish and maintain a path from the sub-intimal plane back into the vessel true lumen.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2013
    Publication date: May 29, 2014
    Applicant: LuMend, Inc.
    Inventors: Kurt D. Sparks, Jeffrey L. Emery, Brent D. Seybold, David J. Kupiecki, C. Daniel Pinson, Allen W. Madsen, Michael D. Keleher, Sergio Salinas, Benjamin J. Clark, Matthew R. Selmon
  • Patent number: 8708885
    Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 2008
    Date of Patent: April 29, 2014
    Assignee: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall
  • Publication number: 20140073850
    Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 15, 2013
    Publication date: March 13, 2014
    Applicant: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Richard C. Kaleta, Chaouki A. Khamis, Gary A. Rocheleau, John F. Otte, Gregory L. Koeller, David J. Kupiecki
  • Patent number: 8597173
    Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 3, 2013
    Assignee: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: Jeffrey Michael O'Hern, Richard Kaleta, Chaouki A. Khamis, Gary A. Rocheleau, John F. Otte, Gregory L. Koeller, David J. Kupiecki
  • Publication number: 20130018219
    Abstract: Pelvic or other types of implants are provided that can include tensioning feedback components or portions, such as color changing polymer materials, such as polyacetylene. The color changing polymer can be included with, coated on or otherwise provided with a portion of slings or implant devices to provide targeted feedback to the user or physician of the tension applied to a particular device. A first color can be used to indicate a first (initial) tension or compression stage, and a second color can be used to indicate tensioning of the device beyond a predefined threshold.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2010
    Publication date: January 17, 2013
    Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, Shawn M. Wignall, David J. Kupiecki
  • Patent number: 8348924
    Abstract: Microcannulae are constructed with multiple components in a composite design, allowing the microcannulae to have varying mechanical and delivery properties that will enable ophthalmic treatments by minimally invasive means. The microcannula includes at least one flexible, tubular communicating element with an outer diameter of 350 microns or less, a proximal connector for introduction of materials, energy or tools. It may also include a reinforcing member attached to the communicating element, which may be designed to create variable stiffness along the length of the microcannula. The microcannula may also include other features such as a signal beacon near the distal tip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 27, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2013
    Assignee: iScience Surgical Corporation
    Inventors: Jeffrey J. Christian, Stanley R. Conston, David J. Kupiecki, John McKenzie
  • Patent number: 8172830
    Abstract: Microcannulae are constructed with multiple components in a composite design, allowing the microcannulae to have varying mechanical and delivery properties that will enable ophthalmic treatments by minimally invasive means. The microcannula includes at least one flexible, tubular communicating element with an outer diameter of 350 microns or less, a proximal connector for introduction of materials, energy or tools. It may also include a reinforcing member attached to the communicating element, which may be designed to create variable stiffness along the length of the microcannula. The microcannula may also include other features such as a signal beacon near the distal tip.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 28, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2012
    Assignee: Iscience Interventional Corporation
    Inventors: Jeffrey J. Christian, Stanley R. Conston, David J. Kupiecki, John McKenzie
  • Publication number: 20120010702
    Abstract: An implant is placed within Schlemm's canal of the eye and provides tension to the trabecular meshwork. The tension is continuous and increases the aqueous outflow without the necessity of administering cholinergic drugs to treat glaucoma.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 15, 2011
    Publication date: January 12, 2012
    Applicant: ISCIENCE INTERVENTIONAL CORPORATION
    Inventors: Robert STEGMANN, Stanley R. CONSTON, David J. KUPIECKI, John McKENZIE, Candice D. PINSON, Ronald K. YAMAMOTO
  • Patent number: 8034105
    Abstract: A method is provided for increasing the outflow of fluid through Schlemm's canal that is useful for treatment of glaucoma. The implant is placed in Schlemm's canal by use of a flexible delivery instrument attached to the implant. The instrument and implant are positioned within the canal, the implant is released and the distal and proximal ends of the implant are connected to apply sufficient axial tensioning force on the inner wall of the canal to increase fluid permeability. In another embodiment a delivery instrument attached to the implant is positioned in the canal securing one of the distal or proximal ends of the implant within the canal. The implant provides sufficient axial tensioning force on the inner wall of the canal to increase fluid permeability of the inner wall of the canal. The other of the distal or proximal ends may be secured to maintain the tensioning force on the inner wall of the canal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 11, 2011
    Assignee: iScience Interventional Corporation
    Inventors: Robert Stegmann, Stanley R. Conston, David J. Kupiecki, John McKenzie, Candice D. Pinson, Ronald K. Yamamoto
  • Patent number: 7967772
    Abstract: An injector is provided to deliver microquantities of viscous materials into the body, such as the eye, for surgical purposes. The injector comprises a syringe body with a plunger disposed therein coupled to a positive displacement mechanism capable of progressively advancing the plunger to precisely deliver microquantities of materials at a constant or predetermined delivery rate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 28, 2011
    Assignee: iScience Interventional Corporation
    Inventors: John R. McKenzie, Stanley R. Conston, David J. Kupiecki
  • Publication number: 20100274074
    Abstract: Described are implants, tools, and methods useful for treating pelvic conditions such as prolapse, by placing an implant to support pelvic tissue, the implants, tools, and methods involving one or more of an insertion tool that works in coordination with a sheath, adjusting engagements, specific implants and pieces of implants, placement of implants at locations within the pelvic region, and insertion, adjusting, and grommet management tools.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 19, 2008
    Publication date: October 28, 2010
    Inventors: Chaouki A. Khamis, David J. Kupiecki, Jeffrey M. O'Hern, Shawn Michael Wignall