Patents by Inventor Jerome R. Edwards

Jerome R. Edwards 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: 11426134
    Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, and systems relating to image guided interventions on dynamic tissue. One embodiment is a method that includes creating a dataset that includes images, one of the images depicting a non-tissue internal reference marker, being linked to non-tissue internal reference marker positional information, and being at least 2-dimensional. Another embodiment is a method that includes receiving a position of an instrument reference marker coupled to an instrument; transforming the position into image space using a position of a non-tissue internal reference marker implanted in a patient; and superimposing a representation of the instrument on an image in which the non-tissue internal reference marker appears. Computer readable media that include machine readable instructions for carrying out the steps of the disclosed methods. Apparatuses, such as integrated circuits, configured to carry out the steps of the disclosed methods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2019
    Date of Patent: August 30, 2022
    Assignee: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Jerome R. Edwards
  • Publication number: 20220225896
    Abstract: A method includes receiving during a first time interval associated with a path of motion of a dynamic body, image data associated with a plurality of images of the dynamic body. The plurality of images include an indication of a position of a first marker coupled to a garment at a first location, and a position of a second marker coupled to the garment at a second location. The garment is coupled to the dynamic body. During a second time interval, an image from the plurality of images is automatically identified that includes a position of the first marker that is substantially the same as a position of a first localization element relative to the dynamic body and a position of the second marker that is substantially the same as a position of the second localization element relative to the dynamic body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2022
    Publication date: July 21, 2022
    Applicant: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerome R. Edwards, Troy L. Holsing, Torsten M. Lyon, Evan Austill, JR., Christopher Lee
  • Patent number: 11304629
    Abstract: A method includes receiving during a first time interval associated with a path of motion of a dynamic body, image data associated with a plurality of images of the dynamic body. The plurality of images include an indication of a position of a first marker coupled to a garment at a first location, and a position of a second marker coupled to the garment at a second location. The garment is coupled to the dynamic body. During a second time interval, an image from the plurality of images is automatically identified that includes a position of the first marker that is substantially the same as a position of a first localization element relative to the dynamic body and a position of the second marker that is substantially the same as a position of the second localization element relative to the dynamic body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2022
    Assignee: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerome R. Edwards, Troy L. Holsing, Torsten M. Lyon, Evan Austill, Jr., Christopher B. Lee
  • Patent number: 11304630
    Abstract: A method includes receiving during a first time interval associated with a path of motion of a dynamic body, image data associated with a plurality of images of the dynamic body. The plurality of images include an indication of a position of a first marker coupled to a garment at a first location, and a position of a second marker coupled to the garment at a second location. The garment is coupled to the dynamic body. During a second time interval, an image from the plurality of images is automatically identified that includes a position of the first marker that is substantially the same as a position of a first localization element relative to the dynamic body and a position of the second marker that is substantially the same as a position of the second localization element relative to the dynamic body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 27, 2019
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2022
    Assignee: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerome R. Edwards, Troy L. Holsing, Torsten M. Lyon, Evan Austill, Jr., Christopher B. Lee
  • Patent number: 11154283
    Abstract: Generally, systems, methods, and apparatus related to the use of a dynamic imaging modality in an image guided intervention are disclosed herein. More specifically, the use of such modalities in sealing a bodily opening, such as those that may be formed during an invasive medical procedure are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a method includes viewing a representation of an instrument within a body of a patient, adjusting a position of the instrument based on the viewing such that a portion of the instrument is at a location within the body of the patient, and delivering a sealant via the instrument to the location within the body of the patient. The sealant is configured to seal an opening in the body part.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2021
    Assignee: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Jerome R. Edwards
  • Publication number: 20200187878
    Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, and systems relating to image guided interventions on dynamic tissue. One embodiment is a method that includes creating a dataset that includes images, one of the images depicting a non-tissue internal reference marker, being linked to non-tissue internal reference marker positional information, and being at least 2-dimensional. Another embodiment is a method that includes receiving a position of an instrument reference marker coupled to an instrument; transforming the position into image space using a position of a non-tissue internal reference marker implanted in a patient; and superimposing a representation of the instrument on an image in which the non-tissue internal reference marker appears. Computer readable media that include machine readable instructions for carrying out the steps of the disclosed methods. Apparatuses, such as integrated circuits, configured to carry out the steps of the disclosed methods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2019
    Publication date: June 18, 2020
    Applicant: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Jerome R. Edwards
  • Patent number: 10617332
    Abstract: A method includes receiving during a first time interval associated with a path of motion of a dynamic body, image data associated with a plurality of images of the dynamic body. The plurality of images include an indication of a position of a first marker coupled to a garment at a first location, and a position of a second marker coupled to the garment at a second location. The garment is coupled to the dynamic body. During a second time interval, an image from the plurality of images is automatically identified that includes a position of the first marker that is substantially the same as a position of a first localization element relative to the dynamic body and a position of the second marker that is substantially the same as a position of the second localization element relative to the dynamic body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2015
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2020
    Assignee: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerome R Edwards, Troy L. Holsing, Torsten M. Lyon, Evan Austill, Christopher B. Lee
  • Publication number: 20200037928
    Abstract: A method includes receiving during a first time interval associated with a path of motion of a dynamic body, image data associated with a plurality of images of the dynamic body. The plurality of images include an indication of a position of a first marker coupled to a garment at a first location, and a position of a second marker coupled to the garment at a second location. The garment is coupled to the dynamic body. During a second time interval, an image from the plurality of images is automatically identified that includes a position of the first marker that is substantially the same as a position of a first localization element relative to the dynamic body and a position of the second marker that is substantially the same as a position of the second localization element relative to the dynamic body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2019
    Publication date: February 6, 2020
    Applicant: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerome R. EDWARDS, Troy L. HOLSING, Torsten M. LYON, Evan AUSTILL, JR., Christopher B. Lee
  • Publication number: 20200015714
    Abstract: A method includes receiving during a first time interval associated with a path of motion of a dynamic body, image data associated with a plurality of images of the dynamic body. The plurality of images include an indication of a position of a first marker coupled to a garment at a first location, and a position of a second marker coupled to the garment at a second location. The garment is coupled to the dynamic body. During a second time interval, an image from the plurality of images is automatically identified that includes a position of the first marker that is substantially the same as a position of a first localization element relative to the dynamic body and a position of the second marker that is substantially the same as a position of the second localization element relative to the dynamic body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2019
    Publication date: January 16, 2020
    Applicant: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerome R. Edwards, Troy L. Holsing, Torsten M. Lyon, Evan Austill, JR., Christopher B. Lee
  • Patent number: 10470725
    Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, and systems relating to image guided interventions on dynamic tissue. One embodiment is a method that includes creating a dataset that includes images, one of the images depicting a non-tissue internal reference marker, being linked to non-tissue internal reference marker positional information, and being at least 2-dimensional. Another embodiment is a method that includes receiving a position of an instrument reference marker coupled to an instrument; transforming the position into image space using a position of a non-tissue internal reference marker implanted in a patient; and superimposing a representation of the instrument on an image in which the non-tissue internal reference marker appears. Computer readable media that include machine readable instructions for carrying out the steps of the disclosed methods. Apparatuses, such as integrated circuits, configured to carry out the steps of the disclosed methods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2019
    Assignee: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Jerome R. Edwards
  • Publication number: 20180338749
    Abstract: Generally, systems, methods, and apparatus related to the use of a dynamic imaging modality in an image guided intervention are disclosed herein. More specifically, the use of such modalities in sealing a bodily opening, such as those that may be formed during an invasive medical procedure are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a method includes viewing a representation of an instrument within a body of a patient, adjusting a position of the instrument based on the viewing such that a portion of the instrument is at a location within the body of the patient, and delivering a sealant via the instrument to the location within the body of the patient. The sealant is configured to seal an opening in the body part.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 2, 2018
    Publication date: November 29, 2018
    Applicant: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Jerome R. Edwards
  • Publication number: 20180261310
    Abstract: A system and method of remotely monitoring health factors for patients scheduled for surgery and providing a health management protocol is provided. More specifically, the present invention relates to systems and methods of receiving biometric data about a patient, comparing the data to data related to a RFM regimen prescribed for the patient, and providing reports on the patient's progress to one or more users prior to the implementation of the surgical procedure. The users may include, but are not limited to, medical care providers, hospital administrators, and insurance providers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2018
    Publication date: September 13, 2018
    Applicant: RMFx, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerome R. Edwards, Thomas Kurian
  • Publication number: 20160113600
    Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, and systems relating to image guided interventions on dynamic tissue. One embodiment is a method that includes creating a dataset that includes images, one of the images depicting a non-tissue internal reference marker, being linked to non-tissue internal reference marker positional information, and being at least 2-dimensional. Another embodiment is a method that includes receiving a position of an instrument reference marker coupled to an instrument; transforming the position into image space using a position of a non-tissue internal reference marker implanted in a patient; and superimposing a representation of the instrument on an image in which the non-tissue internal reference marker appears. Computer readable media that include machine readable instructions for carrying out the steps of the disclosed methods. Apparatuses, such as integrated circuits, configured to carry out the steps of the disclosed methods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2016
    Publication date: April 28, 2016
    Applicant: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Jerome R. Edwards
  • Publication number: 20160081757
    Abstract: A method includes receiving during a first time interval associated with a path of motion of a dynamic body, image data associated with a plurality of images of the dynamic body. The plurality of images include an indication of a position of a first marker coupled to a garment at a first location, and a position of a second marker coupled to the garment at a second location. The garment is coupled to the dynamic body. During a second time interval, an image from the plurality of images is automatically identified that includes a position of the first marker that is substantially the same as a position of a first localization element relative to the dynamic body and a position of the second marker that is substantially the same as a position of the second localization element relative to the dynamic body.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2015
    Publication date: March 24, 2016
    Inventors: Jerome R. EDWARDS, Troy L. HOLSING, Torsten M. LYON, Evan AUSTILL, JR.
  • Publication number: 20160081593
    Abstract: A method includes receiving during a first time interval image data associated with an image of a dynamic body. The image data includes an indication of the positions of a first marker and a second marker on a garment coupled to the dynamic body. The first marker and second marker are each coupled to the garment at a first and second locations, respectively. A distance is determined between the position of the first marker and the second marker. During a second time interval after the first time interval, data associated with a position of a first and second localization element that are each coupled to the garment is received. A distance between the first and second localization elements is determined. A difference is calculated between the distance between the first marker and the second marker and the distance between the first localization element and the second localization element.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2015
    Publication date: March 24, 2016
    Inventors: Jerome R. EDWARDS, Troy L. HOLSING, Torsten M. LYON, Evan AUSTILL, JR.
  • Patent number: 9218664
    Abstract: A method includes receiving during a first time interval image data associated with an image of a dynamic body. The image data includes an indication of the positions of a first marker and a second marker on a garment coupled to the dynamic body. The first marker and second marker are each coupled to the garment at a first and second locations, respectively. A distance is determined between the position of the first marker and the second marker. During a second time interval after the first time interval, data associated with a position of a first and second localization element that are each coupled to the garment is received. A distance between the first and second localization elements is determined. A difference is calculated between the distance between the first marker and the second marker and the distance between the first localization element and the second localization element.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2015
    Assignee: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Jerome R. Edwards, Evan Austill, Jr., Torsten M. Lyon, Troy L. Holsing
  • Patent number: 9218663
    Abstract: A method includes receiving during a first time interval associated with a path of motion of a dynamic body, image data associated with a plurality of images of the dynamic body. The plurality of images include an indication of a position of a first marker coupled to a garment at a first location, and a position of a second marker coupled to the garment at a second location. The garment is coupled to the dynamic body. During a second time interval, an image from the plurality of images is automatically identified that includes a position of the first marker that is substantially the same as a position of a first localization element relative to the dynamic body and a position of the second marker that is substantially the same as a position of the second localization element relative to the dynamic body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2011
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2015
    Assignee: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventors: Torsten M. Lyon, Troy L. Holsing, Jerome R. Edwards, Christopher B. Lee, Evan Austill, Jr.
  • Publication number: 20130296690
    Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, and systems relating to image guided interventions on dynamic tissue. One embodiment is a method that includes creating a dataset that includes images, one of the images depicting a non-tissue internal reference marker, being linked to non-tissue internal reference marker positional information, and being at least 2-dimensional. Another embodiment is a method that includes receiving a position of an instrument reference marker coupled to an instrument; transforming the position into image space using a position of a non-tissue internal reference marker implanted in a patient; and superimposing a representation of the instrument on an image in which the non-tissue internal reference marker appears. Computer readable media that include machine readable instructions for carrying out the steps of the disclosed methods. Apparatuses, such as integrated circuits, configured to carry out the steps of the disclosed methods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2013
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Inventor: Jerome R. EDWARDS
  • Patent number: 8483801
    Abstract: Methods, apparatuses, and systems relating to image guided interventions on dynamic tissue. One embodiment is a method that includes creating a dataset that includes images, one of the images depicting a non-tissue internal reference marker, being linked to non-tissue internal reference marker positional information, and being at least 2-dimensional. Another embodiment is a method that includes receiving a position of an instrument reference marker coupled to an instrument; transforming the position into image space using a position of a non-tissue internal reference marker implanted in a patient; and superimposing a representation of the instrument on an image in which the non-tissue internal reference marker appears. Computer readable media that include machine readable instructions for carrying out the steps of the disclosed methods. Apparatuses, such as integrated circuits, configured to carry out the steps of the disclosed methods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 8, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: Veran Medical Technologies, Inc.
    Inventor: Jerome R. Edwards
  • Publication number: 20120158047
    Abstract: Generally, systems, methods, and apparatus related to the use of a dynamic imaging modality in an image guided intervention are disclosed herein. More specifically, the use of such modalities in sealing a bodily opening, such as those that may be formed during an invasive medical procedure are disclosed herein. In some embodiments, a method includes viewing a representation of an instrument within a body of a patient, adjusting a position of the instrument based on the viewing such that a portion of the instrument is at a location within the body of the patient, and delivering a sealant via the instrument to the location within the body of the patient. The sealant is configured to seal an opening in the body part.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2012
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Inventors: Jerome R. Edwards, Christopher B. Lee, Troy L. Holsing, Torsten M. Lyon