Patents by Inventor Peter A. Lerner

Peter A. Lerner 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: 6010225
    Abstract: The present invention comprises viewing devices for use by those who must maintain a head down position, such as those who have undergone a surgical procedure for reattachment of the retina or repair of a macular hole, wherein a gas bubble is injected into the eye. The bubble, which is used to maintain the juxtaposition of the healing tissues, applies pressure upwards. If the surgical site is at the back of the eye, the postoperative patient needs to maintain a facedown position, for the bubble to maintain the retina against the back of the eye until the tear, detachment or hole is mended.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 1997
    Date of Patent: January 4, 2000
    Inventors: Peter A. Lerner, Perry J. Castellano