Patents by Inventor Katheryn M. Dodd

Katheryn M. Dodd 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: 20220031291
    Abstract: A biopsy system includes various features. A tissue sample holder kit of the system comprises a rotatable member with chambers configured to receive tissue receiving features of a tissue sample tray. A biopsy device of the system includes user input features and user feedback features disposed on a body. A user interface of the system includes a graphical representation of a tissues ample holder. A biopsy site marker applier of the system includes markings associated with different biopsy device configurations. The biopsy system may undergo a multi-step initialization process. In operation, the biopsy system may execute pneumatic control algorithms including the use of vacuum, saline, and atmospheric air.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 15, 2021
    Publication date: February 3, 2022
    Inventors: Patrick A. Mescher, John R. Andrisek, Edward A. Rhad, Kevin M. Fiebig, John S. Ehlert, Kyle P. Moore, Morgan R. Hunter, Jessica Pyzoha Leimbach, Trevor W.V. Speeg, Katheryn M. Dodd