Patents by Inventor Rene Vargas-Voracek

Rene Vargas-Voracek 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).

  • Methods for the compensation of imaging technique in the processing of radiographic images
    Patent number: 7995822
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and devices for analyzing x-ray images. In particular, devices, methods and algorithms are provided that allow for the accurate and reliable evaluation of bone structure and macro-anatomical parameters from x-ray images.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2011
    Assignee: ImaTx, Inc.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Siau-Way Liew, Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Surgical Tools for Arthroplasty
    Publication number: 20110071581
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods, compositions and tools for repairing articular surfaces repair materials and for repairing an articular surface. The articular surface repairs are customizable or highly selectable by patient and geared toward providing optimal fit and function. The surgical tools are designed to be customizable or highly selectable by patient to increase the speed, accuracy and simplicity of performing total or partial arthroplasty.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2010
    Publication date: March 24, 2011
    Applicant: CONFORMIS, INC.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Wolfgang Fitz, Raymond A. Bojarski, Daniel Steines, Albert G. Burdulis, JR., Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Surgical Tools for Arthroplasty
    Publication number: 20110066193
    Abstract: A patellar 3-D guidance tool includes a template. The template includes at least one contact surface for engaging a surface of the patella. The at least one contact surface substantially conforms with the surface associated with the patellar. At least one guide aperture directs movement of a surgical instrument, wherein the shape and/or position of the guide aperture is based, at least in part, on three or more anatomic reference points associated with the patellar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2010
    Publication date: March 17, 2011
    Applicant: CONFORMIS, INC.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Wolfgang Fitz, Raymond A. Bojarski, Daniel Steines, Albert G. Burdulis, JR., Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • System and Method for Predicting Future Fractures
    Publication number: 20110040168
    Abstract: A method of predicting bone or articular disease in a subject includes determining one or more micro-structural parameters, one or more macroanatomical parameters or biomechanical parameters of a joint in the subject and combining at least two of the parameters to predict the risk of bone or articular disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2010
    Publication date: February 17, 2011
    Applicant: CONFORMIS IMATX, INC.
    Inventors: Claude Arnaud, Siau-Way Liew, Daniel Steines, Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Methods and Devices for Analysis of X-Ray Images
    Publication number: 20110036360
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and devices for analyzing x-ray images. In particular, devices, methods and algorithms are provided that allow for the accurate and reliable evaluation of bone structure from x-ray images.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2010
    Publication date: February 17, 2011
    Applicant: IMAGING THERAPEUTICS, INC.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Siau-Way Liew, Rene Vargas-Voracek, Claude Arnaud
  • Surgical Tools Facilitating Increased Accuracy, Speed and Simplicity in Performing Joint Arthroplasty
    Publication number: 20100281678
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are tools for repairing articular surfaces repair materials and for repairing an articular surface. The surgical tools are designed to be customizable or highly selectable by patient to increase the speed, accuracy and simplicity of performing total or partial arthroplasty.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 10, 2010
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Applicant: CONFORMIS, INC.
    Inventors: Albert G. Burdulis, JR., Wolfgang Fitz, Rene Vargas-Voracek, Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Konstantinos Tsougarakis
  • Methods and Devices For Quantitative Analysis of Bone and Cartilage Defects
    Publication number: 20100210972
    Abstract: A method for measuring cartilage defects within a subject includes surgically exposing a joint or cartilage surface. The exposed joint or cartilage surface having at least one defect, and the method may generating a cast of the at least one defect. The method may also include measuring a parameter of the cast, thereby estimating a characteristic of the defect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2010
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Applicant: Imaging Therapeutics, Inc.
    Inventor: Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Joint Arthroplasty Devices and Surgical Tools
    Publication number: 20100168754
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods, compositions and tools for repairing articular surfaces repair materials and for repairing an articular surface. The articular surface repairs are customizable or highly selectable by patient and geared toward providing optimal fit and function. The surgical tools are designed to be customizable or highly selectable by patient to increase the speed, accuracy and simplicity of performing total or partial arthroplasty.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2009
    Publication date: July 1, 2010
    Applicant: CONFORMIS, INC.
    Inventors: Wolfgang Fitz, Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Konstantinos Tsougarakis, Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Joint Arthroplasty Devices and Surgical Tools
    Publication number: 20100160917
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods, compositions and tools for repairing articular surfaces repair materials and for repairing an articular surface. The articular surface repairs are customizable or highly selectable by patient and geared toward providing optimal fit and function. The surgical tools are designed to be customizable or highly selectable by patient to increase the speed, accuracy and simplicity of performing total or partial arthroplasty.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2009
    Publication date: June 24, 2010
    Applicant: CONFORMIS, INC.
    Inventors: Wolfgang Fitz, Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Konstantinos Tsougarakis, Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Methods for the Compensation of Imaging Technique In The Processing of Radiographic Images
    Publication number: 20100130832
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and devices for analyzing x-ray images. In particular, devices, methods and algorithms are provided that allow for the accurate and reliable evaluation of bone structure and macro-anatomical parameters from x-ray images.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 31, 2009
    Publication date: May 27, 2010
    Applicant: IMAGING THERAPEUTICS, INC.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Siau-Way Liew, Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Methods for the compensation of imaging technique in the processing of radiographic images
    Patent number: 7664298
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and devices for analyzing x-ray images. In particular, devices, methods and algorithms are provided that allow for the accurate and reliable evaluation of bone structure and macro-anatomical parameters from x-ray images.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: Imaging Therapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Siau-Way Liew, Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Surgical Tools Facilitating Increased Accuracy, Speed and Simplicity in Performing Joint Arthroplasty
    Publication number: 20090307893
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are tools for repairing articular surfaces repair materials and for repairing an articular surface. The surgical tools are designed to be customizable or highly selectable by patient to increase the speed, accuracy and simplicity of performing total or partial arthroplasty.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2009
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: ConforMIS, Inc.
    Inventors: Albert G. Burdulis, JR., Wolfgang Fitz, Rene Vargas-Voracek, Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Konstantinos Tsougarakis
  • Patient selectable joint arthroplasty devices and surgical tools facilitating increased accuracy, speed and simplicity in performing total and partial joint arthroplasty
    Patent number: 7618451
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods, compositions and tools for repairing articular surfaces repair materials and for repairing an articular surface. The articular surface repairs are customizable or highly selectable by patient and geared toward providing optimal fit and function. The surgical tools are designed to be customizable or highly selectable by patient to increase the speed, accuracy and simplicity of performing total or partial arthroplasty.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: November 17, 2009
    Assignee: ConforMIS, Inc.
    Inventors: Aaron Berez, Wolfgang Fitz, Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Konstantinos Tsougarakis, Rene Vargas-Voracek, Cecily Anne Snyder
  • Methods and devices for quantitative analysis of x-ray images
    Patent number: 7545964
    Abstract: The present invention relates to network enabled analysis of x-ray images. Also described are devices comprising calibration phantoms; methods of using these devices; methods of formulating databases containing information regarding x-ray images; the databases themselves; and methods of manipulating the information and databases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2009
    Assignee: Imaging Therapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Siau-Way Liew, Rene Vargas-Voracek, Daniel Steines
  • Surgical tools facilitating increased accuracy, speed and simplicity in performing joint arthroplasty
    Patent number: 7534263
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are tools for repairing articular surfaces repair materials and for repairing an articular surface. The surgical tools are designed to be customizable or highly selectable by patient to increase the speed, accuracy and simplicity of performing total or partial arthroplasty.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2009
    Assignee: ConforMIS, Inc.
    Inventors: Albert G. Burdulis, Jr., Wolfgang Fitz, Rene Vargas-Voracek, Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Konstantinos Tsougarakis
  • Surgical Tools for Arthroplasty
    Publication number: 20080281328
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods, compositions and tools for repairing articular surfaces repair materials and for repairing an articular surface. The articular surface repairs are customizable or highly selectable by patient and geared toward providing optimal fit and function. The surgical tools are designed to be customizable or highly selectable by patient to increase the speed, accuracy and simplicity of performing total or partial arthroplasty.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 9, 2008
    Publication date: November 13, 2008
    Applicant: CONFORMIS, INC.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Wolfgang Fitz, Ray Bojarski, Daniel Steines, Albert G. Burdulis, Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Surgical Tools for Arthroplasty
    Publication number: 20080243127
    Abstract: A patellar 3-D guidance tool includes a template. The template includes at least one contact surface for engaging a surface of the patella. The at least one contact surface substantially conforms with the surface associated with the patellar. At least one guide aperture directs movement of a surgical instrument, wherein the shape and/or position of the guide aperture is based, at least in part, on three or more anatomic reference points associated with the patellar.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2008
    Publication date: October 2, 2008
    Applicant: CONFORMIS, INC.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Wolfgang Fitz, Ray Bojarski, Daniel Steines, Albert G. Burdulis, Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Method and System for Providing Fracture/No Fracture Classification
    Publication number: 20080058613
    Abstract: A method of classifying fracture risk for a patient is presented. The method includes determining a fracture index of the patient. Either a fracture classification or a non-fracture classification is assigned to the patient based, at least in part, on the fracture index. A confidence level of the assigned classification is determined.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2007
    Publication date: March 6, 2008
    Applicant: IMAGING THERAPEUTICS, INC.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Claude Arnaud, Siau-Way Liew, Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Method for Bone Structure Prognosis and Simulated Bone Remodeling
    Publication number: 20080031412
    Abstract: Described herein are methods for analyzing bone structure and/or bone density, methods for estimating fracture risk in a subject as well as methods for monitoring the efficacy of an agent on bone structure and/or bone density.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 28, 2007
    Publication date: February 7, 2008
    Applicant: IMAGING THERAPEUTICS, INC.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Daniel Steines, Claude Arnaud, Siau-Way Liew, Rene Vargas-Voracek
  • Patient Selectable Joint Arthroplasty Devices and Surgical Tools
    Publication number: 20070198022
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods, compositions and tools for repairing articular surfaces repair materials and for repairing an articular surface. The articular surface repairs are customizable or highly selectable by patient and geared toward providing optimal fit and function. The surgical tools are designed to be customizable or highly selectable by patient to increase the speed, accuracy and simplicity of performing total or partial arthroplasty.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 6, 2007
    Publication date: August 23, 2007
    Applicant: CONFORMIS, INC.
    Inventors: Philipp Lang, Wolfgang Fitz, Raymond Bojarski, Daniel Steines, Albert Burdulis, Rene Vargas-Voracek