Patents by Inventor James J. Doulgeris
James J. Doulgeris 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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Patent number: 12178486Abstract: This invention relates to a transdiscal screw capable of following a non-linear trajectory. The screw assembly includes a first screw and second screw coupled at a poly-axial joint. The first screw and the second screw capable of rotating independently of each other. The screw can also include a third screw coupled to the second screw at a poly-axial joint such that the first screw, second screw and third screw can rotate independently of each other.Type: GrantFiled: April 4, 2022Date of Patent: December 31, 2024Assignee: H. LEE MOFFITT CANCER CENTER AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE, INC.Inventors: Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris, Kamran Aghayev, Frank D. Vrionis
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Patent number: 12156818Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2022Date of Patent: December 3, 2024Assignees: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Inc., University of South FloridaInventors: Kamran Aghayev, James J. Doulgeris, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, Frank D. Vrionis
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Publication number: 20240277391Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed. The screws include a threaded tip connected to a main shaft and a threaded outer sleeve that rotates relative to the outer shaft until locked down. Independent rotation of the threaded outer sleeve relative to the threaded distal tip allows compression or distraction to modify the gap between the vertebral bodies. The screws are passed from the inferior to superior vertebra or superior to inferior, for example, through a trans-pedicular route to avoid neurological compromise. At the same time, the path of screw insertion is oriented to reach superior or inferior vertebra. An intervertebral cage of the system is configured for lateral expansion from a nearly straight configuration to form a large footprint in the disc space. The screws and cage may be combined for improved fixation with minimal invasiveness.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2023Publication date: August 22, 2024Inventors: Frank D. Vrionis, Kamran Aghayev, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris
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Patent number: 11849984Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed. The screws include a threaded tip connected to a main shaft and a threaded outer sleeve that rotates relative to the outer shaft until locked down. Independent rotation of the threaded outer sleeve relative to the threaded distal tip allows compression or distraction to modify the gap between the vertebral bodies. The screws are passed from the inferior to superior vertebra or superior to inferior, for example, through a trans-pedicular route to avoid neurological compromise. At the same time, the path of screw insertion is oriented to reach superior or inferior vertebra. An intervertebral cage of the system is configured for lateral expansion from a nearly straight configuration to form a large footprint in the disc space. The screws and cage may be combined for improved fixation with minimal invasiveness.Type: GrantFiled: June 18, 2020Date of Patent: December 26, 2023Assignees: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Inc., University of South FloridaInventors: Frank D. Vrionis, Kamran Aghayev, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris
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Publication number: 20220370109Abstract: This invention relates to a transdiscal screw capable of following a non-linear trajectory. The screw assembly includes a first screw and second screw coupled at a poly-axial joint. The first screw and the second screw capable of rotating independently of each other. The screw can also include a third screw coupled to the second screw at a poly-axial joint such that the first screw, second screw and third screw can rotate independently of each other.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 4, 2022Publication date: November 24, 2022Inventors: Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris, Kamran Aghayev, Frank D. Vrionis
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Publication number: 20220304820Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 11, 2022Publication date: September 29, 2022Inventors: Kamran Aghayev, James J. Doulgeris, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, Frank D. Vrionis
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Patent number: 11291489Abstract: This invention relates to a transdiscal screw capable of following a non-linear trajectory. The screw assembly includes a first screw and second screw coupled at a poly-axial joint. The first screw and the second screw capable of rotating independently of each other. The screw can also include a third screw coupled to the second screw at a poly-axial joint such that the first screw, second screw and third screw can rotate independently of each other.Type: GrantFiled: June 10, 2019Date of Patent: April 5, 2022Assignee: H. LEE MOFFITT CANCER CENTER AND RESEARCH INSTITUTInventors: Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris, Kamran Aghayev, Frank D. Vrionis
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Patent number: 11246717Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2019Date of Patent: February 15, 2022Assignees: H. LEE MOFFITT CANCER CENTER AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE, INC., University of South FloridaInventors: Kamran Aghayev, James J. Doulgeris, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, Frank D. Vrionis
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Patent number: 11134997Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed. The screws include a threaded tip connected to a main shaft and a threaded outer sleeve that rotates relative to the outer shaft until locked down. Independent rotation of the threaded outer sleeve relative to the threaded distal tip allows compression or distraction to modify the gap between the vertebral bodies. The screws are passed from the inferior to superior vertebra or superior to inferior, for example, through a transpedicular route to avoid neurological compromise. At the same time, the path of screw insertion is oriented to reach superior or inferior vertebra. An intervertebral cage of the system is configured for lateral expansion from a nearly straight configuration to form a large footprint in the disc space. The screws and cage may be combined for improved fixation with minimal invasiveness.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2018Date of Patent: October 5, 2021Assignee: University of South FloridaInventors: Frank D. Vrionis, Kamran Aghayev, Sabrina A Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris
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Patent number: 10799367Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed. The screw includes a threaded distal piece fixedly attached connected to an inner post. Both the inner post and the proximal piece have non-cylindrical receptacles at their proximal ends for engagement with driving tools. Independent rotation of the proximal piece and the distal piece enables for compression or decompression to modify the gap between two bones or bone fragments. During use, the distal piece of the bone screw is placed at least partially within a distal bone, the proximal piece is placed at least partially within a proximal bone, and one of two pieces is rotated while the other is held in a fixed position, causing movement of the proximal and distal bones relative to each other.Type: GrantFiled: October 10, 2017Date of Patent: October 13, 2020Inventors: Frank D. Vrionis, Kamran Aghayev, Sabrina A Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris
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Publication number: 20200315679Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed. The screws include a threaded tip connected to a main shaft and a threaded outer sleeve that rotates relative to the outer shaft until locked down. Independent rotation of the threaded outer sleeve relative to the threaded distal tip allows compression or distraction to modify the gap between the vertebral bodies. The screws are passed from the inferior to superior vertebra or superior to inferior, for example, through a trans-pedicular route to avoid neurological compromise. At the same time, the path of screw insertion is oriented to reach superior or inferior vertebra. An intervertebral cage of the system is configured for lateral expansion from a nearly straight configuration to form a large footprint in the disc space. The screws and cage may be combined for improved fixation with minimal invasiveness.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 18, 2020Publication date: October 8, 2020Inventors: Frank D. Vrionis, Kamran Aghayev, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris
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Patent number: 10792083Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed. The screws include a threaded tip connected to a main shaft and a threaded outer sleeve that rotates relative to the outer shaft until locked down. Independent rotation of the threaded outer sleeve relative to the threaded distal tip allows compression or distraction to modify the gap between the vertebral bodies. The screws are passed from the inferior to superior vertebra or superior to inferior, for example, through a transpedicular route to avoid neurological compromise. At the same time, the path of screw insertion is oriented to reach superior or inferior vertebra. An intervertebral cage of the system is configured for lateral expansion from a nearly straight configuration to form a large footprint in the disc space. The screws and cage may be combined for improved fixation with minimal invasiveness.Type: GrantFiled: September 28, 2017Date of Patent: October 6, 2020Assignee: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Inc.Inventors: Frank D. Vrionis, Kamran Aghayev, Sabrina A Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris
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Patent number: 10687876Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed. The screws include a threaded tip connected to a main shaft and a threaded outer sleeve that rotates relative to the outer shaft until locked down. Independent rotation of the threaded outer sleeve relative to the threaded distal tip allows compression or distraction to modify the gap between the vertebral bodies. The screws are passed from the inferior to superior vertebra or superior to inferior, for example, through a trans-pedicular route to avoid neurological compromise. At the same time, the path of screw insertion is oriented to reach superior or inferior vertebra. An intervertebral cage of the system is configured for lateral expansion from a nearly straight configuration to form a large footprint in the disc space. The screws and cage may be combined for improved fixation with minimal invasiveness.Type: GrantFiled: May 3, 2018Date of Patent: June 23, 2020Assignees: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Inc., University of South FloridaInventors: Frank D. Vrionis, Kamran Aghayev, Sabrina A Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris
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Publication number: 20200030013Abstract: This invention relates to a transdiscal screw capable of following a non-linear trajectory. The screw assembly includes a first screw and second screw coupled at a poly-axial joint. The first screw and the second screw capable of rotating independently of each other. The screw can also include a third screw coupled to the second screw at a poly-axial joint such that the first screw, second screw and third screw can rotate independently of each other.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 10, 2019Publication date: January 30, 2020Inventors: Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris, Kamran Aghayev, Frank D. Vrionis
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Publication number: 20190298540Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2019Publication date: October 3, 2019Inventors: Kamran Aghayev, James J. Doulgeris, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, Frank D. Vrionis
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Patent number: 10322009Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2015Date of Patent: June 18, 2019Assignees: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Inc., University of South FloridaInventors: Kamran Aghayev, James J. Doulgeris, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, Frank D. Vrionis
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Patent number: 10314631Abstract: This invention relates to a transdiscal screw capable of following a non-linear trajectory. The screw assembly includes a first screw and second screw coupled at a poly-axial joint. The first screw and the second screw capable of rotating independently of each other. The screw can also include a third screw coupled to the second screw at a poly-axial joint such that the first screw, second screw and third screw can rotate independently of each other.Type: GrantFiled: December 17, 2014Date of Patent: June 11, 2019Assignee: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Inc.Inventors: Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris, Kamran Aghayev, Frank D. Vrionis
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Publication number: 20180250051Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed. The screws include a threaded tip connected to a main shaft and a threaded outer sleeve that rotates relative to the outer shaft until locked down. Independent rotation of the threaded outer sleeve relative to the threaded distal tip allows compression or distraction to modify the gap between the vertebral bodies. The screws are passed from the inferior to superior vertebra or superior to inferior, for example, through a transpedicular route to avoid neurological compromise. At the same time, the path of screw insertion is oriented to reach superior or inferior vertebra. An intervertebral cage of the system is configured for lateral expansion from a nearly straight configuration to form a large footprint in the disc space. The screws and cage may be combined for improved fixation with minimal invasiveness.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 3, 2018Publication date: September 6, 2018Inventors: Frank D. Vrionis, Kamran Aghayev, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris
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Publication number: 20180250050Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed. The screws include a threaded tip connected to a main shaft and a threaded outer sleeve that rotates relative to the outer shaft until locked down. Independent rotation of the threaded outer sleeve relative to the threaded distal tip allows compression or distraction to modify the gap between the vertebral bodies. The screws are passed from the inferior to superior vertebra or superior to inferior, for example, through a trans-pedicular route to avoid neurological compromise. At the same time, the path of screw insertion is oriented to reach superior or inferior vertebra. An intervertebral cage of the system is configured for lateral expansion from a nearly straight configuration to form a large footprint in the disc space. The screws and cage may be combined for improved fixation with minimal invasiveness.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 3, 2018Publication date: September 6, 2018Inventors: Frank D. Vrionis, Kamran Aghayev, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris
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Publication number: 20180092751Abstract: A method and system for performing bone fusion and/or securing one or more bones, such as adjacent vertebra, are disclosed. The screw includes a threaded distal piece fixedly attached connected to an inner post. Both the inner post and the proximal piece have non-cylindrical receptacles at their proximal ends for engagement with driving tools. Independent rotation of the proximal piece and the distal piece enables for compression or decompression to modify the gap between two bones or bone fragments. During use, the distal piece of the bone screw is placed at least partially within a distal bone, the proximal piece is placed at least partially within a proximal bone, and one of two pieces is rotated while the other is held in a fixed position, causing movement of the proximal and distal bones relative to each other.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 10, 2017Publication date: April 5, 2018Inventors: Frank D. Vrionis, Kamran Aghayev, Sabrina A. Gonzalez Blohm, James J. Doulgeris