Patents by Inventor Michael L. Boyer, II

Michael L. Boyer, II 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: 9974576
    Abstract: Interspinous process implants are disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and kits including such implants, methods of inserting such implants, and methods of alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 30, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2018
    Assignee: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Jamie Carroll, David C. Paul, Michael L. Boyer, II, Jason Zappacosta
  • Patent number: 9675388
    Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to a device for positioning and immobilizing at least two adjacent vertebrae. In particular, in one or more embodiments, the present disclosure relates to spinous process fusion devices that distract and immobilize the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2015
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2017
    Assignee: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Michael L. Boyer, II, David C. Paul, Daniel Laskowitz, Jason Cianfrani, Jody L. Seifert, William E. Duffield
  • Publication number: 20170119929
    Abstract: Provided herein are bone grafts and methods of making and using the same, as well as products and kits that include such bone grafts. In particular, bone grafts are provided that include osteogenic stem cells in a mix of osteoinductive demineralized bone matrix and osteoconductive cortico-cancellous chips.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2017
    Publication date: May 4, 2017
    Inventors: Archana Bhat, Daniel Laskowitz, Patrick Joe, Mark Adams, Michael L. Boyer, II
  • Publication number: 20170086890
    Abstract: Interspinous process implants are disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and kits including such implants, methods of inserting such implants, and methods of alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2016
    Publication date: March 30, 2017
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Luiz Pimenta, Michael L. Boyer, II, David C. Paul
  • Publication number: 20170079694
    Abstract: Interspinous process implants are disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and kits including such implants, methods of inserting such implants, and methods of alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2016
    Publication date: March 23, 2017
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Jamie Carroll, David C. Paul, Michael L. Boyer, II, Jason Zappacosta
  • Publication number: 20170020580
    Abstract: Devices and methods for treating degenerative conditions of the spine or for alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column are disclosed. In particular, laminoplasty fixation devices and methods are disclosed. Also disclosed, is a vertebral implant comprising a first bone engaging portion configured for securing to a first cut portion of a vertebra and a second bone engaging portion configured for securing to a second cut portion of the vertebra. A body portion is provided for associating the first and second bone engaging portions at a preselected spacing from each other, wherein the implant is adjustable to select said spacing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2016
    Publication date: January 26, 2017
    Inventors: Paul W. Millhouse, Michael L. Boyer, II, Christopher Angelucci, William E. Duffield, Nirali Patel, Darren Clutter, Noah Hansell
  • Patent number: 9545267
    Abstract: In an exemplary embodiment, the present invention discloses interspinous process spacers that can be placed between adjacent spinous processes for minimally invasive surgical treatment of a spinal disease or defect. In particular, the present invention, in one embodiment, discloses an interspinous process spacer having a distraction end, a central support portion, and a trailing end. Also disclosed in the present invention are systems and kits including such implants, methods of inserting such implants, and methods of alleviating pain or discomfort associated with a spinal column disease or defect.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 17, 2017
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Luiz Pimenta, Michael L. Boyer, II, David C. Paul
  • Publication number: 20160354131
    Abstract: A device is disclosed for reducing a vertebral compression fracture, comprising a superior end plate and an inferior end plate disposed along a vertical axis. The superior end plate and the inferior end plate are slidably separable in a vertical direction along the vertical axis. An interior chamber is provided in fluid communication with a port extending from an exterior to the interior chamber. The device is deployable within a vertebral body and expandable within the vertebral body by injecting a flowable material into the interior chamber thereby displacing the superior and inferior end plates along the vertical axis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 23, 2016
    Publication date: December 8, 2016
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Paul W. Millhouse, Jamie Carroll, Michael L. Boyer, II, Nirali Patel, David W. Ankney, Mark Adams
  • Patent number: 9486253
    Abstract: Devices and methods for treating degenerative conditions of the spine or for alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column are disclosed. In particular, laminoplasty fixation devices and methods are disclosed. Also disclosed, is a vertebral implant comprising a first bone engaging portion configured for securing to a first cut portion of a vertebra and a second bone engaging portion configured for securing to a second cut portion of the vertebra. A body portion is provided for associating the first and second bone engaging portions at a preselected spacing from each other, wherein the implant is adjustable to select said spacing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Date of Patent: November 8, 2016
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul W. Millhouse, Michael L. Boyer, II, Christopher Angelucci, William E. Duffield, Nirali Patel, Darren Clutter, Noah Hansell
  • Publication number: 20160256200
    Abstract: Interspinous process implants are disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and kits including such implants, methods of inserting such implants, and methods of alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2016
    Publication date: September 8, 2016
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Michael L. Boyer, II, David C. Paul, Noah Hansell, Mark Adams
  • Patent number: 9364269
    Abstract: Interspinous process implants are disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and kits including such implants, methods of inserting such implants, and methods of alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 14, 2016
    Assignee: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Michael L. Boyer, II, David C. Paul, Noah Hansell, Mark Adams
  • Publication number: 20160058567
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a prosthetic spinal disc for replacing a damaged disc between two vertebrae of a spine. The present invention also relates to a method for implanting a prosthetic spinal disc via anterior or anterior lateral implantation. Other surgical approaches for implanting the prosthetic disc may also be used.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2015
    Publication date: March 3, 2016
    Inventors: David C. Paul, Christopher Angelucci, William S. Rhoda, Michael L. Boyer, II, William E. Duffield
  • Publication number: 20160022326
    Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to a device for positioning and immobilizing at least two adjacent vertebrae. In particular, in one or more embodiments, the present disclosure relates to spinous process fusion devices that distract and immobilize the spinous processes of adjacent vertebrae.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2015
    Publication date: January 28, 2016
    Inventors: Michael L Boyer, II, David C. Paul, Daniel Laskowitz, Jason Cianfrani, Jody L. Seifert, William E. Duffield
  • Publication number: 20160022318
    Abstract: A system for flexibly stabilizing a vertebral motion segment of the facet joint by connecting a first vertebra and a second vertebra is disclosed. The system includes an elongate connection element with end portions interconnected by a flexible coupling member. The system includes first and second attachment portions for connecting the connection element to the vertebrae. A first resilient member is positioned between the first end portion and the first attachment portion, and a second resilient member is positioned between the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2015
    Publication date: January 28, 2016
    Inventors: Daniel Laskowitz, Michael L. Boyer, II, Adam Friedrich, Andrew Iott, Edward Karpowicz
  • Patent number: 9179940
    Abstract: A system for flexibly stabilizing a vertebral motion segment of the facet joint by connecting a first vertebra and a second vertebra is disclosed. The system includes an elongate connection element with end portions interconnected by a flexible coupling member. The system includes first and second attachment portions for connecting the connection element to the vertebrae. A first resilient member is positioned between the first end portion and the first attachment portion, and a second resilient member is positioned between the first attachment portion and the second attachment portion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Daniel Laskowitz, Michael L. Boyer, II, Adam Friedrich, Andrew Iott, Edward Karpowicz
  • Publication number: 20150080950
    Abstract: Devices and methods for treating degenerative conditions of the spine or for alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column are disclosed. In particular, laminoplasty fixation devices and methods are disclosed. Also disclosed, is a vertebral implant comprising a first bone engaging portion configured for securing to a first cut portion of a vertebra and a second bone engaging portion configured for securing to a second cut portion of the vertebra. A body portion is provided for associating the first and second bone engaging portions at a preselected spacing from each other, wherein the implant is adjustable to select said spacing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Publication date: March 19, 2015
    Inventors: Paul W. Millhouse, Michael L. Boyer, II, Christopher Angelucci, William E. Duffield, Nirali Patel, Darren Clutter, Noah Hansell
  • Patent number: 8926664
    Abstract: Devices and methods for treating degenerative conditions of the spine or for alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column are disclosed. In particular, laminoplasty fixation devices and methods are disclosed. Also disclosed, is a vertebral implant comprising a first bone engaging portion configured for securing to a first cut portion of a vertebra and a second bone engaging portion configured for securing to a second cut portion of the vertebra. A body portion is provided for associating the first and second bone engaging portions at a preselected spacing from each other, wherein the implant is adjustable to select said spacing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2015
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Paul W. Millhouse, Michael L. Boyer, II, Christopher Angelucci, William E. Duffield, Nirali Patel, Darren Clutter, Noah Hansell
  • Publication number: 20140371797
    Abstract: Interspinous process implants are disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and kits including such implants, methods of inserting such implants, and methods of alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2014
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Michael L. Boyer, II, David C. Paul, Noah Hansell, Mark Adams
  • Patent number: 8858598
    Abstract: Interspinous process implants are disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and kits including such implants, methods of inserting such implants, and methods of alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: October 14, 2014
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Michael L. Boyer, II, David C. Paul, Noah Hansell, Mark Adams
  • Patent number: 8523910
    Abstract: Interspinous process implants are disclosed. Also disclosed are systems and kits including such implants, methods of inserting such implants, and methods of alleviating pain or discomfort associated with the spinal column.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, Jamie A. Calverly, David C. Paul, Michael L. Boyer, II, Jason Zappacosta