Patents by Inventor Robert German

Robert German 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: 20200367944
    Abstract: The present disclosure includes bone screws and assemblies thereof for surgical procedures of the spine including but not limited to posterior spinal fixation procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2020
    Publication date: November 26, 2020
    Inventors: Chad M. Loftis, Matthew Tobias Jacobs, Robert German, Enrique Rayon
  • Publication number: 20200367941
    Abstract: The present disclosure includes bone screws and assemblies thereof for surgical procedures of the spine including but not limited to posterior spinal fixation procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2020
    Publication date: November 26, 2020
    Inventors: Chad M. Loftis, Matthew Tobias Jacobs, Robert German, Enrique Rayon
  • Publication number: 20200367939
    Abstract: The present disclosure includes bone screws and assemblies thereof for surgical procedures of the spine including but not limited to posterior spinal fixation procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2020
    Publication date: November 26, 2020
    Inventors: Chad M. Loftis, Matthew Tobias Jacobs, Robert German, Enrique Rayon
  • Publication number: 20200367940
    Abstract: The present disclosure includes bone screws and assemblies thereof for surgical procedures of the spine including but not limited to posterior spinal fixation procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2020
    Publication date: November 26, 2020
    Inventors: Chad M. Loftis, Matthew Tobias Jacobs, Robert German, Enrique Rayon
  • Publication number: 20200367942
    Abstract: The present disclosure includes bone screws and assemblies thereof for surgical procedures of the spine including but not limited to posterior spinal fixation procedures.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2020
    Publication date: November 26, 2020
    Inventors: Chad M. Loftis, Matthew Tobias Jacobs, Robert German, Enrique Rayon
  • Publication number: 20200297393
    Abstract: This application describes surgical instruments and implants for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. More specifically, the application describes instruments and methods for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column in a minimally invasive fashion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2020
    Publication date: September 24, 2020
    Inventors: Fernando Olea, Andrew Schafer, Scott Lish, Robert German, Justin Doose, Derek Matteo, Garrett W. Offerman, James Coleman Lee, Conrad Tyler Hammann
  • Publication number: 20200297394
    Abstract: Disclosed is a surgical alignment and distraction frame and associated methods of use that facilitates correction of a sagittal imbalance. The alignment and distraction frame works in conjunction with pedicle screw installation guide assemblies to impart the desired correction. The alignment frame can be utilized to ensure the pedicle screw housings are aligned (to facilitate rod coupling) in concert with the completion of a correction maneuver.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 11, 2020
    Publication date: September 24, 2020
    Inventors: Andrew Schafer, Robert German, Jim A. Youssef, Scott Lish, Justin Doose
  • Publication number: 20200289210
    Abstract: Methods are provided for planning, performing, and assessing of surgical correction to the spine during a spinal surgical procedure. These methods are implemented by a control unit through a GUI to digitize screw locations, digitize anatomical reference points, accept one or more correction inputs, and generate one or more rod solution outputs shaped to engage the screws at locations distinct from the originally digitized locations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2020
    Publication date: September 17, 2020
    Inventors: Thomas Scholl, Robert E. Isaacs, Shannon White, Albert Pothier, Robert German, Eric Finley, James E. Gharib, Mark Peterson
  • Patent number: 10716601
    Abstract: Disclosed is a surgical alignment and distraction frame and associated methods of use that facilitates correction of a sagittal imbalance. The alignment and distraction frame works in conjunction with pedicle screw installation guide assemblies to impart the desired correction. The alignment frame can be utilized to ensure the pedicle screw housings are aligned (to facilitate rod coupling) in concert with the completion of a correction maneuver.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Andrew Schafer, Robert German, Jim A Youssef, Scott Lish, Justin Doose
  • Patent number: 10716600
    Abstract: This application describes surgical instruments and implants for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. More specifically, the application describes instruments and methods for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column in a minimally invasive fashion.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 14, 2018
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Fernando Olea, Andrew Schafer, Scott Lish, Robert German, Justin Doose, Derek Matteo, Garrett W. Offerman, James Coleman Lee, Conrad Tyler Hammann
  • Patent number: 10709509
    Abstract: Methods are provided for planning, performing, and assessing of surgical correction to the spine during a spinal surgical procedure. These methods are implemented by a control unit through a GUI to digitize screw locations, digitize anatomical reference points, accept one or more correction inputs, and generate one or more rod solution outputs shaped to engage the screws at locations distinct from the originally digitized locations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2015
    Date of Patent: July 14, 2020
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Thomas Scholl, Robert E. Isaacs, Shannon White, Albert Pothier, Robert German, Eric Finley, James E. Gharib, Mark Peterson
  • Publication number: 20200069342
    Abstract: A bone anchor is provided for connecting a rod to a bone structure, the bone anchor having a rod housing configured to accommodate the rod; a cavity distal to the rod housing dimensioned to accommodate the bone structure; and a deployable purchase element capable of assuming a deployed position in which the purchase element protrudes into the cavity, and capable of assuming a non-deployed position in which the purchase element does not substantially protrude into the cavity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 7, 2019
    Publication date: March 5, 2020
    Inventors: Jesse UNGER, Robert GERMAN, Nicholas DIDIER
  • Publication number: 20190380748
    Abstract: This application describes surgical instruments and implants for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. Extension guides are provided that attach to bone anchors implanted within the spine. The extension guides have a guide channel that align with a rod channel in the anchor to help direct the rod to the anchor. Instruments are provided to aid in insertion and positioning or the rod.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2019
    Publication date: December 19, 2019
    Inventors: Justin DOOSE, Robert GERMAN, Scott LISH, Andrew SCHAFER, Eric DASSO, Derek J. MATTEO, Thomas M. SWEENEY
  • Patent number: 10499954
    Abstract: A bone anchor is provided for connecting a rod to a bone structure, the bone anchor having a rod housing configured to accommodate the rod; a cavity distal to the rod housing dimensioned to accommodate the bone structure; and a deployable purchase element capable of assuming a deployed position in which the purchase element protrudes into the cavity, and capable of assuming a non-deployed position in which the purchase element does not substantially protrude into the cavity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2019
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Jesse Unger, Robert German, Nicholas Didier
  • Publication number: 20190365423
    Abstract: Systems and methods for a guide assembly for introducing a bone anchor to an operative target site. The guide includes an outer sleeve and an inner sleeve. The outer sleeve has a distal anchor engaging end, a proximal end, and a central passage extending from the distal end to the proximal end. The inner sleeve may be situated in the central passage of the outer sleeve. The inner sleeve is movable being between a first position and a second position. The first position permits insertion of the bone anchor in the central passage. The second position releasably fixes the bone anchor to the guide assembly.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2019
    Publication date: December 5, 2019
    Inventors: Benjamin ARNOLD, Eric DASSO, Justin DOOSE, Richard MUELLER, Robert GERMAN
  • Publication number: 20190365425
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to medical devices and methods generally aimed at spinal surgery. In particular, the disclosed system and associated methods relate to performing spinal fixation with the use of a deformity system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2019
    Publication date: December 5, 2019
    Inventors: Niall CASEY, Robert German, Scott Lish
  • Patent number: 10456173
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to medical devices and methods generally aimed at spinal surgery. In particular, the disclosed system and associated methods relate to performing spinal fixation with the use of a deformity system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2016
    Date of Patent: October 29, 2019
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Niall Casey, Robert German, Scott Lish
  • Publication number: 20190298423
    Abstract: A system for securing a spinal rod to a bone structure using a connector is provided. The connector functions by modulating friction on a band in two band channels and locking the spinal rod in a separate rod channel. An instrument is also provided for tensioning the band.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 23, 2019
    Publication date: October 3, 2019
    Inventors: Andrew SCHAFER, Andrew Morris, Adam Lipson, Robert German, Nicholas Didier
  • Patent number: 10426526
    Abstract: Systems and methods for a guide assembly for introducing a bone anchor to an operative target site. The guide includes an outer sleeve and an inner sleeve. The outer sleeve has a distal anchor engaging end, a proximal end, and a central passage extending from the distal end to the proximal end. The inner sleeve may be situated in the central passage of the outer sleeve. The inner sleeve is movable being between a first position and a second position. The first position permits insertion of the bone anchor in the central passage. The second position releasably fixes the bone anchor to the guide assembly.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2019
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Benjamin Arnold, Eric Dasso, Justin Doose, Richard Mueller, Robert German
  • Patent number: 10426527
    Abstract: This application describes surgical instruments and implants for building a posterior fixation construct across one or more segments of the spinal column. Extension guides are provided that attach to bone anchors implanted within the spine. The extension guides have a guide channel that align with a rod channel in the anchor to help direct the rod to the anchor. Instruments are provided to aid in insertion and positioning or the rod.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 12, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 1, 2019
    Assignee: NuVasive, Inc.
    Inventors: Justin Doose, Robert German, Scott Lish, Andrew Schafer, Eric Dasso, Derek J Matteo, Thomas M Sweeney, III