Patents by Inventor Krista Moniz

Krista Moniz 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).

  • Tools and methods for programming an implantable valve
    Patent number: 8398617
    Abstract: Integrated tools for noninvasively reading and adjusting an implantable, magnetically adjustable valve, and methods of use are disclosed. The tools include magnetic or electronic reading of the valve, and magnetic or electromagnetic adjustment of the valve. In use, the tools are positioned above or in contact with the patient's skin, in proximity to the valve.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Assignee: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.
    Inventors: Alec Ginggen, John Hoofnagle, Salim Kassem, Krista Moniz
  • Tools and Methods for Programming an Implantable Valve
    Publication number: 20110105994
    Abstract: Integrated tools for noninvasively reading and adjusting an implantable, magnetically adjustable valve, and methods of use are disclosed. The tools include magnetic or electronic reading of the valve, and magnetic or electromagnetic adjustment of the valve. In use, the tools are positioned above or in contact with the patient's skin, in proximity to the valve.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2009
    Publication date: May 5, 2011
    Applicant: Codman & Shurtleff, Inc.
    Inventors: Alec Ginggen, John Hoofnagle, Salim Kassem, Krista Moniz