Patents by Inventor Mark Shults

Mark Shults 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: 20230301558
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous and subcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2023
    Publication date: September 28, 2023
    Inventors: Mark Shults, Rathbun Rhodes, Stuart Updike, James H. Brauker
  • Publication number: 20210369114
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2021
    Publication date: December 2, 2021
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, Peter C. Simpson, James H. Brauker, James Patrick Thrower, Mark Shults, Rathbun K. Rhodes, Paul V. Goode, JR., Arnold L. Holmquist
  • Publication number: 20200375515
    Abstract: A biointerface membrane for an implantable device including a nonresorbable solid portion with a plurality of interconnected cavities therein adapted to support tissue ingrowth in vivo, and a bioactive agent incorporated into the biointerface membrane and adapted to modify the tissue response is provided. The bioactive agents can be chosen to induce vascularization and/or prevent barrier cell layer formation in vivo, and are advantageous when used with implantable devices wherein solutes are transported across the device-tissue interface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2020
    Publication date: December 3, 2020
    Inventors: Mark Shults, James H. Brauker, Victoria Carr-Brendel, Mark Tapsak, Dubravka Markovic
  • Patent number: 10327638
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2017
    Date of Patent: June 25, 2019
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark C. Brister, Paul V. Neale, Peter C. Simpson, James H. Brauker, James Patrick Thrower, Mark Shults, Rathbun K. Rhodes, Paul V. Goode, Jr., Arnold L. Holmquist
  • Publication number: 20190021596
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2018
    Publication date: January 24, 2019
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, Peter C. Simpson, James H. Brauker, James Patrick Thrower, Mark Shults, Rathbun K. Rhodes, Paul V. Goode, JR., Arnold L. Holmquist
  • Patent number: 9986942
    Abstract: Biointerface membranes are provided which can be utilized with implantable devices, such as devices for the detection of analyte concentrations in a biological sample. More particularly, methods for monitoring glucose levels in a biological fluid sample using an implantable analyte detection device incorporating such membranes are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 10, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 5, 2018
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: James H. Brauker, Robert Boock, Monica Rixman, Peter C. Simpson, Mark Brister, Mark Shults
  • Publication number: 20180055361
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2017
    Publication date: March 1, 2018
    Inventors: Mark C. Brister, Paul V. Neale, Peter C. Simpson, James H. Brauker, James Patrick Thrower, Mark Shults, Rathbun K. Rhodes, Paul V. Goode, JR., Arnold L. Holmquist
  • Patent number: 9833143
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 5, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, Peter C. Simpson, James H. Brauker, James Patrick Thrower, Mark Shults, Rathbun K. Rhodes, Paul V. Goode, Jr., Arnold L. Holmquist
  • Patent number: 9757061
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous and subcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 12, 2017
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Shults, Rathbun K. Rhodes, Stuart J. Updike, James H. Brauker
  • Patent number: 9155496
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous and subcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2015
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Shults, Rathburn K. Rhodes, Stuart J. Updike, James H. Brauker
  • Patent number: 8911367
    Abstract: Systems and methods of use for continuous analyte measurement of a host's vascular system are provided. In some embodiments, a continuous glucose measurement system includes a vascular access device, a sensor and sensor electronics, the system being configured for insertion into communication with a host's circulatory system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2014
    Assignee: Dexcom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Mark Shults, Sean Saint, James R. Petisce, David K. Wong, Kum Ming Woo
  • Publication number: 20140288403
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2014
    Publication date: September 25, 2014
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, Peter C. Simpson, James H. Brauker, James Patrick Thrower, Mark Shults, Rathbun K. Rhodes, Paul V. Goode, Arnold L. Holmquist
  • Patent number: 8840552
    Abstract: The present invention provides a biointerface membrane for use with an implantable device that interferes with the formation of a barrier cell layer including; a first domain distal to the implantable device wherein the first domain supports tissue attachment and interferes with barrier cell layer formation and a second domain proximal to the implantable device wherein the second domain is resistant to cellular attachment and is impermeable to cells. In addition, the present invention provides sensors including the biointerface membrane, implantable devices including these sensors or biointerface membranes, and methods of monitoring glucose levels in a host utilizing the analyte detection implantable device of the invention. Other implantable devices which include the biointerface membrane of the present invention, such as devices for cell transplantation, drug delivery devices, and electrical signal delivery or measuring devices are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 23, 2014
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: James H. Brauker, Mark Shults, Mark A. Tapsak
  • Publication number: 20140275900
    Abstract: A biointerface membrane for an implantable device including a nonresorbable solid portion with a plurality of interconnected cavities therein adapted to support tissue ingrowth in vivo, and a bioactive agent incorporated into the biointerface membrane and adapted to modify the tissue response is provided. The bioactive agents can be chosen to induce vascularization and/or prevent barrier cell layer formation in vivo, and are advantageous when used with implantable devices wherein solutes are transported across the device-tissue interface.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 29, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Shults, James H. Brauker, Victoria Carr-Brendel, Mark Tapsak, Dubravka Markovic
  • Patent number: 8792955
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 29, 2014
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, Peter C. Simpson, James H. Brauker, James Patrick Thrower, Mark Shults, Rathburn K. Rhodes, Paul V. Goode, Jr., Arnold L. Holmquist
  • Patent number: 8277713
    Abstract: An implantable analyte sensor including a sensing region for measuring the analyte and a non-sensing region for immobilizing the sensor body in the host. The sensor is implanted in a precisely dimensioned pocket to stabilize the analyte sensor in vivo and enable measurement of the concentration of the analyte in the host before and after formation of a foreign body capsule around the sensor. The sensor further provides a transmitter for RF transmission through the sensor body, electronic circuitry, and a power source optimized for long-term use in the miniaturized sensor body.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2012
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: James R. Petisce, Mark Brister, Mark Shults, James H. Brauker, Paul V. Neale
  • Publication number: 20110290645
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2011
    Publication date: December 1, 2011
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, Peter C. Simpson, James H. Brauker, James Patrick Thrower, Mark Shults, Rathbun K. Rhodes, Paul V. Goode, JR., Arnold L. Holmquist
  • Patent number: 7875293
    Abstract: A biointerface membrane for an implantable device including a nonresorbable solid portion with a plurality of interconnected cavities therein adapted to support tissue ingrowth in vivo, and a bioactive agent incorporated into the biointerface membrane and adapted to modify the tissue response is provided. The bioactive agents can be chosen to induce vascularization and/or prevent barrier cell layer formation in vivo, and are advantageous when used with implantable devices wherein solutes are transported across the device-tissue interface.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 10, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2011
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Shults, James H. Brauker, Victoria Carr-Brendel, Mark Tapsak, Dubravka Markovic
  • Patent number: 7775975
    Abstract: Systems and methods of use for continuous analyte measurement of a host's vascular system are provided. In some embodiments, a continuous glucose measurement system includes a vascular access device, a sensor and sensor electronics, the system being configured for insertion into communication with a host's circulatory system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Sean Saint, James R. Petisce, Mark Shults, Jacob S. Leach, David K. Wong, Kum Ming Woo
  • Publication number: 20100087724
    Abstract: The present invention provides a biointerface membrane for use with an implantable device that interferes with the formation of a barrier cell layer including; a first domain distal to the implantable device wherein the first domain supports tissue attachment and interferes with barrier cell layer formation and a second domain proximal to the implantable device wherein the second domain is resistant to cellular attachment and is impermeable to cells. In addition, the present invention provides sensors including the biointerface membrane, implantable devices including these sensors or biointerface membranes, and methods of monitoring glucose levels in a host utilizing the analyte detection implantable device of the invention. Other implantable devices which include the biointerface membrane of the present invention, such as devices for cell transplantation, drug delivery devices, and electrical signal delivery or measuring devices are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 8, 2009
    Publication date: April 8, 2010
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: James H. Brauker, Mark Shults, Mark A. Tapsak