Patents by Inventor Mark E. Steen

Mark E. Steen 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: 20230317271
    Abstract: A computer-based surgery support system and method for obtaining information of surgical procedures from networked equipment in an operating room, storing the retrieved information in a database, receiving a request for the stored information from a user terminal, and providing the stored information in accordance with the received request. The networked equipment may be configured for use in cataract surgical procedures, such as a phacoemulsification system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2023
    Publication date: October 5, 2023
    Inventors: Catherine P. Ha, Timothy L. Hunter, Kenneth E. Kadziauskas, Joseph Pedroza, Mark E. Steen, Wayne S. Wong, Tamara Evans
  • Patent number: 11715560
    Abstract: A computer-based surgery support system and method for obtaining information of surgical procedures from networked equipment in an operating room, storing the retrieved information in a database, receiving a request for the stored information from a user terminal, and providing the stored information in accordance with the received request. The networked equipment may be configured for use in cataract surgical procedures, such as a phacoemulsification system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 1, 2023
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
    Inventors: Catherine P. Ha, Timothy L. Hunter, Kenneth E. Kadziauskas, Joseph E. Pedroza, Mark E. Steen, Wayne S. Wong, Tamara Evans
  • Patent number: 11504272
    Abstract: The invention is generally directed to phacoemulsification systems and methods, and more particularly to systems and methods for providing transverse phacoemulsification. In accordance with one embodiment, a phacoemulsification system is provided having a handpiece with a needle, wherein the phacoemulsification system is configured to vibrate the distal end of the needle in both an effective transverse direction and an effective longitudinal direction when power, having a single effective operating frequency is applied to the handpiece.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2019
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2022
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark E. Steen, Rob Raney, John I. Muri, George Bromfield
  • Publication number: 20220215945
    Abstract: A computer-based surgery support system and method for obtaining information of surgical procedures from networked equipment in an operating room, storing the retrieved information in a database, receiving a request for the stored information from a user terminal, and providing the stored information in accordance with the received request. The networked equipment may be configured for use in cataract surgical procedures, such as a phacoemulsification system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 12, 2022
    Publication date: July 7, 2022
    Inventors: Catherine P. Ha, Timothy L. Hunter, Kenneth E. Kadziauskas, Joseph E. Pedroza, Mark E. Steen, Wayne S. Wong, Tamara Evans
  • Patent number: 11191668
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to providing pressurized infusion of liquids and, more particularly, is directed to providing a stable and pressurized flow of irrigation fluid to the eye during surgery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 7, 2021
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
    Inventors: Branden J. Tarkeshian, Mark E. Steen, James B. Gerg, Fred Lee
  • Patent number: 11065371
    Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for providing a flow restrictor suitable for inclusion in an aspiration flow of an ocular surgical device. The flow restrictor includes a conical valve head suitable for insertion into a valve stage, wherein, upon the insertion, the valve head at least substantially impedes the aspiration flow; a flexible spider membrane having a plurality of valve passages that open and close with the flexation of the membrane, wherein the membrane is connective with the valve head and forces the insertion of the valve head into the valve stage proportionally to the aspiration flow; a circular receiving plate for receiving the aspiration flow, wherein the circular receiving plate imparts the proportional insertion to the membrane; and a plurality of ribs integral to at least one of the valve head and the valve stage that provides a minimum for the aspiration flow when the insertion is full.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 20, 2021
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
    Inventor: Mark E. Steen
  • Patent number: 10987215
    Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus and method that provides hydraulically assisted delivery of intraocular lenses (IOL) from a insertion tool. The IOL insertion system having an insertion rod with a tube having a first end and a second end, a piston head affixed to the insertion rod and positioned between the first and second end, a hydraulic chamber, an aspiration line communicatively connected to the hydraulic chamber, and at least one valve in fluid communication with the aspiration line, wherein the insertion rod moves in response to the displacement of hydraulic fluid within the hydraulic chamber.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 23, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2021
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Surgical Vision, Inc.
    Inventor: Mark E. Steen
  • Publication number: 20200155347
    Abstract: The invention is generally directed to phacoemulsification systems and methods, and more particularly to systems and methods for providing transverse phacoemulsification. In accordance with one embodiment, a phacoemulsification system is provided having a handpiece with a needle, wherein the phacoemulsification system is configured to vibrate the distal end of the needle in both an effective transverse direction and an effective longitudinal direction when power, having a single effective operating frequency is applied to the handpiece.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2019
    Publication date: May 21, 2020
    Inventors: Mark E. Steen, Rob Raney, John I. Muri, George Bromfield
  • Publication number: 20190321162
    Abstract: The invention relates to an apparatus and method that provides hydraulically assisted delivery of intraocular lenses (IOL) from a insertion tool. The IOL insertion system having an insertion rod with a tube having a first end and a second end, a piston head affixed to the insertion rod and positioned between the first and second end, a hydraulic chamber, an aspiration line communicatively connected to the hydraulic chamber, and at least one valve in fluid communication with the aspiration line, wherein the insertion rod moves in response to the displacement of hydraulic fluid within the hydraulic chamber.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2018
    Publication date: October 24, 2019
    Inventor: Mark E. Steen
  • Publication number: 20190184071
    Abstract: An apparatus, system and method for providing a flow restrictor suitable for inclusion in an aspiration flow of an ocular surgical device. The flow restrictor includes a conical valve head suitable for insertion into a valve stage, wherein, upon the insertion, the valve head at least substantially impedes the aspiration flow; a flexible spider membrane having a plurality of valve passages that open and close with the flexation of the membrane, wherein the membrane is connective with the valve head and forces the insertion of the valve head into the valve stage proportionally to the aspiration flow; a circular receiving plate for receiving the aspiration flow, wherein the circular receiving plate imparts the proportional insertion to the membrane; and a plurality of ribs integral to at least one of the valve head and the valve stage that provides a minimum for the aspiration flow when the insertion is full.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2018
    Publication date: June 20, 2019
    Inventor: Mark E. Steen
  • Publication number: 20170266046
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing modulated fluid delivery and aspiration during a surgical procedure such as phacoemulsification is provided. The method and apparatus include delivering fluid and/or aspirating fluid in a modulated or pulsed manner during a surgical procedure, including applying fluid and/or aspirating fluid in connection with ultrasonic energy at a level and for a time period sufficient to induce transient cavitation. Fluid may be applied and/or aspirated at a timing sequence and duty cycle similar to or different from application of ultrasonic energy delivery.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2017
    Publication date: September 21, 2017
    Inventors: Mark E. Steen, Kenneth E. Kadziauskas
  • Patent number: 9685200
    Abstract: An apparatus, system and method of consolidation of HD video and a surgical data overlay, such as for recordation in a single consolidated video capture recording of the HD video and surgical data overlay for subsequent playback and/or storage; and an apparatus, system and method for recording HD surgical video consolidated with a surgical data overlay in which an automated switch occurs between at least two surgical HD video sources based, at least in part, on then-active surgical aspects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 20, 2017
    Assignee: Abbott Medical Optics Inc.
    Inventors: James W. Staggs, Mark E. Steen
  • Patent number: 9545334
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing modulated fluid delivery and aspiration during a surgical procedure such as phacoemulsification is provided. The method and apparatus include delivering fluid and/or aspirating fluid in a modulated or pulsed manner during a surgical procedure, including applying fluid and/or aspirating fluid in connection with ultrasonic energy at a level and for a time period sufficient to induce transient cavitation. Fluid may be applied and/or aspirated at a timing sequence and duty cycle similar to or different from application of ultrasonic energy delivery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Assignee: Abbott Medical Optics, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark E. Steen, Kenneth E. Kadziauskas
  • Patent number: 9433723
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to providing pressurized infusion of liquids and, more particularly, is directed to providing a stable and pressurized flow of irrigation fluid to the eye during surgery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 6, 2016
    Assignee: Abbott Medical Optics Inc.
    Inventors: Mark E Steen, Fred Lee, James Gerg
  • Publication number: 20160158062
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to providing pressurized infusion of liquids and, more particularly, is directed to providing a stable and pressurized flow of irrigation fluid to the eye during surgery.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2015
    Publication date: June 9, 2016
    Inventors: Branden J. Tarkeshian, Mark E. Steen, James B. Gerg, Fred Lee
  • Patent number: 9205186
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to providing pressurized infusion of liquids and more particularly, is directed to providing a stable and pressurized flow of irrigation fluid to the eye during surgery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 8, 2015
    Assignee: Abbott Medical Optics Inc.
    Inventors: Branden Tarkeshian, Mark E. Steen, James B. Gerg, Fred Lee
  • Publication number: 20150131963
    Abstract: An apparatus, system and method of consolidation of HD video and a surgical data overlay, such as for recordation in a single consolidated video capture recording of the HD video and surgical data overlay for subsequent playback and/or storage; and an apparatus, system and method for recording HD surgical video consolidated with a surgical data overlay in which an automated switch occurs between at least two surgical HD video sources based, at least in part, on then-active surgical aspects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventors: James W. Staggs, Mark E. Steen
  • Publication number: 20150073816
    Abstract: A computer-based surgery support system and method for obtaining information of surgical procedures from networked equipment in an operating room, storing the retrieved information in a database, receiving a request for the stored information from a user terminal, and providing the stored information in accordance with the received request. The networked equipment may be configured for use in cataract surgical procedures, such as a phacoemulsification system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2013
    Publication date: March 12, 2015
    Applicant: Abbott Medical Optics Inc.
    Inventors: Catherine P. Ha, Timothy L. Hunter, Kenneth E. Kadziauskas, Joseph E. Pedroza, Mark E. Steen, Wayne S. Wong, Tamara J. Yorita
  • Publication number: 20140276639
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to providing pressurized infusion of liquids and more particularly, is directed to providing a stable and pressurized flow of irrigation fluid to the eye during surgery.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Abbott Medical Optics Inc.
    Inventors: Branden J. Tarkeshian, Mark E. Steen, James B. Gerg, Fred Lee
  • Patent number: 8814821
    Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing modulated fluid delivery and aspiration during a surgical procedure such as phacoemulsification is provided. The method and apparatus include delivering fluid and/or aspirating fluid in a modulated or pulsed manner during a surgical procedure, including applying fluid and/or aspirating fluid in connection with ultrasonic energy at a level and for a time period sufficient to induce transient cavitation. Fluid may be applied and/or aspirated at a timing sequence and duty cycle similar to or different from application of ultrasonic energy delivery.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 7, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 26, 2014
    Assignee: Abbott Medical Optics Inc.
    Inventors: Mark E. Steen, Kenneth E. Kadziauskas