Patents by Inventor David R. Staskin

David R. Staskin 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: 8852077
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The biocompatible device includes a handle, needle, dilator and sling assembly configured to be minimally invasive and provide sufficient support to the target site. In addition, the configuration of the sling assembly also allows the sling to be adjusted during and/or after implantation. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced, thereby improving patient quality of life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 28, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 7, 2014
    Assignee: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Johann J. Neisz, John W. Westrum, Gary A. Rocheleau, Kimberly A. Anderson, Eva S. Snitkin
  • Patent number: 8777836
    Abstract: Surgical articles, implants and components suitable for female pelvic health procedures are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Assignee: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Kimberly A. Anderson, Karen Pilney Montpetit, John W. Westrum, Jr., Brian P. Watschke, James E. Cox
  • Publication number: 20130267768
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The biocompatible device includes a handle, needle, dilator and sling assembly configured to be minimally invasive and provide sufficient support to the target site. In addition, the configuration of the sling assembly also allows the sling to be adjusted during and/or after implantation. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced, thereby improving patient quality of life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 28, 2013
    Publication date: October 10, 2013
    Applicant: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Johann J. Neisz, John W. Westrum, Gary A. Rocheleau, Kimberly A. Anderson, Eva S. Snitkin
  • Patent number: 8475357
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The biocompatible device includes a handle, needle, dilator and sling assembly configured to be minimally invasive and provide sufficient support to the target site. In addition, the configuration of the sling assembly also allows the sling to be adjusted during and/or after implantation. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced, thereby improving patient quality of life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2013
    Assignee: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Johann J. Neisz, John W. Westrum, Jr., Gary A. Rocheleau, Kimberly A. Anderson, Eva S. Snitkin
  • Patent number: 8439867
    Abstract: A system and method of treating urinary incontinence including a catheter and injection guide operatively disposed together. At least one needle is operatively disposed within at least one lumen and at least one channel extending through the catheter and injection guide respectively. The injection guide is transformable from a pre-injection configuration for placement in the bladder to an injection configuration for injection of a pharmaceutical such as botulinum toxin into the bladder tissue. Upon introduction of the pharmaceutical to the bladder tissue, symptoms of incontinence are alleviated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2013
    Inventor: David R. Staskin
  • Publication number: 20110105831
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The biocompatible device includes a handle, needle, dilator and sling assembly configured to be minimally invasive and provide sufficient support to the target site. In addition, the configuration of the sling assembly also allows the sling to be adjusted during and/or after implantation. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced, thereby improving patient quality of life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2011
    Publication date: May 5, 2011
    Applicant: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Johann J. Neisz, John W. Westrum, JR., Gary A. Rocheleau, Kimberly A. Anderson, Eva S. Snitkin
  • Patent number: 7867161
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The biocompatible device includes a handle, needle, dilator and sling assembly configured to be minimally invasive and provide sufficient support to the target site. In addition, the configuration of the sling assembly also allows the sling to be adjusted during and/or after implantation. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced, thereby improving patient quality of life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 15, 2005
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2011
    Assignee: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Johann J. Neisz, John W. Westrum, Jr., Gary R. Rocheleau, Kimberly A. Anderson, Eva S. Snitkin
  • Publication number: 20090306590
    Abstract: A system and method of treating urinary incontinence including a catheter and injection guide operatively disposed together. At least one needle is operatively disposed within at least one lumen and at least one channel extending through the catheter and injection guide respectively. The injection guide is transformable from a pre-injection configuration for placement in the bladder to an injection configuration for injection of a pharmaceutical such as botulinum toxin into the bladder tissue. Upon introduction of the pharmaceutical to the bladder tissue, symptoms of incontinence are alleviated.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2006
    Publication date: December 10, 2009
    Inventor: David R. Staskin
  • Patent number: 7407480
    Abstract: Surgical articles, implants and components suitable for female pelvic health procedures are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 5, 2008
    Assignee: AMS Research Corporation
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Kimberly A. Anderson, Karen Pilney Montpetit, John W. Westrum, Jr., Brian P. Watschke, James E. Cox
  • Publication number: 20080140218
    Abstract: Surgical articles, implants and components suitable for female pelvic health procedures are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2007
    Publication date: June 12, 2008
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Kimberly A. Anderson, Karen Pilney Montpetit, John W. Westrum, Brian P. Watschke, James E. Cox
  • Patent number: 7267645
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The invention is a repositionable handle for an arcuate needle configured to be minimally invasive. The invention is for use with a sling assembly that allows a sling to be controllably implanted in a therapeutically effective position. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 11, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2007
    Assignee: American Medical Systems Inc.
    Inventors: Kimberly A. Anderson, Johann J. Neisz, Gary A. Rocheleau, John W. Westrum, Jr., David R. Staskin
  • Patent number: 6971986
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The biocompatible device includes a handle, needle, dilator and sling assembly configured to be minimally invasive and provide sufficient support to the target site. In addition, the configuration of the sling assembly also allows the sling to be adjusted during and/or after implantation. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced, thereby improving patient quality of life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2005
    Assignee: American Medical Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Johann J. Neisz, John W. Westrum, Jr., Gary A. Rocheleau, Kimberly A. Anderson, Eva S. Snitkin
  • Patent number: 6802807
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The invention is a repositionable handle for an arcuate needle configured to be minimally invasive. The invention is for use with a sling assembly that allows a sling to be controllably implanted in a therapeutically effective position. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2004
    Assignee: American Medical Systems, Inc.
    Inventors: Kimberly A. Anderson, Johann J. Neisz, Gary A. Rocheleau, John W. Westrum, Jr., David R. Staskin
  • Publication number: 20040106845
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The invention is a repositionable handle for an arcuate needle configured to be minimally invasive. The invention is for use with a sling assembly that allows a sling to be controllably implanted in a therapeutically effective position. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 11, 2003
    Publication date: June 3, 2004
    Applicant: American Medical Systems
    Inventors: Kimberly A. Anderson, Johann J. Neisz, Gary A. Rocheleau, John W. Westrum, David R. Staskin
  • Patent number: 6612977
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The biocompatible device includes a handle, needle, dilator and sling assembly configured to be minimally invasive and provide sufficient support to the target site. In addition, the configuration of the sling assembly also allows the sling to be adjusted during and/or after implantation. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced, thereby improving patient quality of life.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 27, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2003
    Assignee: American Medical Systems Inc.
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Johann J. Neisz, John W. Westrum, Jr., Gary A. Rocheleau
  • Publication number: 20030045774
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The biocompatible device includes a handle, needle, dilator and sling assembly configured to be minimally invasive and provide sufficient support to the target site. In addition, the configuration of the sling assembly also allows the sling to be adjusted during and/or after implantation. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced, thereby improving patient quality of life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 25, 2002
    Publication date: March 6, 2003
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Johann J. Neisz, John W. Westrum, Gary A. Rocheleau, Kimberly A. Anderson, Eva S. Snitkin
  • Publication number: 20020099258
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The biocompatible device includes a handle, needle, dilator and sling assembly configured to be minimally invasive and provide sufficient support to the target site. In addition, the configuration of the sling assembly also allows the sling to be adjusted during and/or after implantation. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced, thereby improving patient quality of life.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2001
    Publication date: July 25, 2002
    Inventors: David R. Staskin, Johann J. Neisz, John W. Westrum, Gary A. Rocheleau, Kimberly A. Anderson, Eva S. Snitkin
  • Publication number: 20020099259
    Abstract: An apparatus and method of use are disclosed to treat urological disorders. The invention is a repositionable handle for an arcuate needle configured to be minimally invasive. The invention is for use with a sling assembly that allows a sling to be controllably implanted in a therapeutically effective position. The device and treatment procedure are highly effective and produce little to no side effects or complications. Further, operative risks, pain, infections and post operative stays are reduced.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 27, 2001
    Publication date: July 25, 2002
    Inventors: Kimberly A. Anderson, Johann J. Neisz, Gary A. Rocheleau, John W. Westrum, David R. Staskin