Patents by Inventor Roy K. Lim

Roy K. Lim 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: 20190000702
    Abstract: A surgical frame and a method for use thereof facilitates transfer of a patient from and to a surgical table/gurney. The surgical table includes a main beam positionable such that a surgical table/gurney with patient laying thereon can be positioned under the main beam. The main beam includes componentry for supporting a patent thereon, and the main beam can be rotated, raised/lowered, and tilted upwardly/downwardly to afford positioning and repositioning of the main beam to facilitate transfer of a patient from the surgical table/gurney to the main beam and transfer from the main beam to the surgical table/gurney.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2017
    Publication date: January 3, 2019
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Matthew M. Morrison, Thomas V. McGahan, Richard A. Hynes
  • Publication number: 20180363596
    Abstract: A surgical frame and method for use thereof is provided. The surgical frame is capable of reconfiguration before, during, or after surgery. The surgical frame includes a main beam that can be rotated, raised/lowered, and tilted upwardly/downwardly to afford positioning and repositioning of a patient supported thereon. The main beam is capable of be reconfigured between a left configuration and a right configuration to support the patient in different positions thereon.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2018
    Publication date: December 20, 2018
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Richard A. Hynes, Matthew M. Morrison
  • Patent number: 10111755
    Abstract: A device includes an upper endplate having an engagement surface, an inner surface and first projections extending from the inner surface. The first projections each include a first inclined surface. A lower endplate includes an engagement surface, an inner surface and second projections extending from the inner surface. The second projections each include a second inclined surface. A wedge is positioned between the endplates. The wedge includes first mating parts that engage the first inclined surfaces and second mating parts that engage the second inclined surfaces. The wedge is movable relative to the endplates to move the device between a first configuration having a first height between the engagement surfaces and a second configuration having an increased second height between the engagement surfaces. Methods of use are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 30, 2018
    Assignee: Warsaw, Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Kevin T. Foley, Roy K. Lim, Matthew M. Morrison, Jonathan M. Dewey
  • Publication number: 20180289439
    Abstract: A surgical drape includes a seal connectable with a selected surface of a body to define a sterile region that includes access to at least two surgical approaches. A sleeve is connected with the seal and a draping is disposed with the body. The sleeve defines a cavity in communication with the region. Surgical instruments, systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 5, 2017
    Publication date: October 11, 2018
    Inventors: Thomas V. McGahan, Roy K. Lim
  • Publication number: 20180289505
    Abstract: A device includes a first endplate having an engagement surface and first and second extensions. The first extension has a first ramp and the second extension has a first slot. A second endplate includes a second engagement surface and third and fourth extensions. The third extension has a second ramp and the fourth extension has a second slot. A wedge is positioned between the endplates and includes a first inclined portion that engages the first ramp and a second inclined portion that engages the second ramp. The wedge has first and second apertures. A first pin extends through the first aperture and the first slot. A second pin extends through the second aperture and the second slot. The wedge is movable relative to the endplates to move the device from a first height to an increased second height. Methods of use are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2017
    Publication date: October 11, 2018
    Inventors: Kevin T. Foley, Roy K. Lim, Matthew M. Morrison, Jonathan M. Dewey
  • Publication number: 20180243107
    Abstract: A device includes an upper endplate having an engagement surface, an inner surface and first projections extending from the inner surface. The first projections each include a first inclined surface. A lower endplate includes an engagement surface, an inner surface and second projections extending from the inner surface. The second projections each include a second inclined surface. A wedge is positioned between the endplates. The wedge includes first mating parts that engage the first inclined surfaces and second mating parts that engage the second inclined surfaces. The wedge is movable relative to the endplates to move the device between a first configuration having a first height between the engagement surfaces and a second configuration having an increased second height between the engagement surfaces. Methods of use are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2017
    Publication date: August 30, 2018
    Inventors: Kevin T. Foley, Roy K. Lim, Matthew M. Morrison, Jonathan M. Dewey
  • Patent number: 9833262
    Abstract: A spinal correction implant comprises a body extending between a first end and a second end. The body has a curvature. A first longitudinal element is connected with the first end. A ratchet is disposed with the body. A second longitudinal element is connected to the ratchet and is incrementally movable relative to the body. Systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 5, 2017
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Matthew M. Morrison
  • Publication number: 20170333206
    Abstract: A device to space vertebral members with first and second members that may have at least one ramped section. The first and second members may be positioned in a vertically overlapping arrangement with interior sides of the members facing together. The device may be positionable between a first orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned away from the ramped section of the second member, and a second orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned against the ramped section of the second member. The device may include a greater height measured between the exterior sides in the second orientation than in the first orientation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2017
    Publication date: November 23, 2017
    Applicant: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Kevin T. Foley
  • Patent number: 9750617
    Abstract: A device to space vertebral members with first and second members that may have at least one ramped section. The first and second members may be positioned in a vertically overlapping arrangement with interior sides of the members facing together. The device may be positionable between a first orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned away from the ramped section of the second member, and a second orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned against the ramped section of the second member. The device may include a greater height measured between the exterior sides in the second orientation than in the first orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 5, 2017
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Kevin T. Foley
  • Publication number: 20160143748
    Abstract: A device to space vertebral members with first and second members that may have at least one ramped section. The first and second members may be positioned in a vertically overlapping arrangement with interior sides of the members facing together. The device may be positionable between a first orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned away from the ramped section of the second member, and a second orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned against the ramped section of the second member. The device may include a greater height measured between the exterior sides in the second orientation than in the first orientation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 29, 2016
    Publication date: May 26, 2016
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Kevin T. Foley
  • Patent number: 9283090
    Abstract: A spinal construct includes a first member including a surface that defines a first cavity and a second cavity. The first member is configured to engage a first vertebral surface. A second member includes a surface that defines a first cavity and a second cavity. The second member is configured to engage a second vertebral surface. The members are spaced and the first cavities are disposed in substantial alignment such that at least one first rod is disposed in the first cavities and the second cavities are disposed in substantial alignment such that a plurality of second rods are disposed in the second cavities and spaced via at least one spacer disposed between the second rods within at least one of the second cavities. Systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2016
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Matthew M. Morrison, William R. Sears
  • Patent number: 9271846
    Abstract: A device to space vertebral members with first and second members that may have at least one ramped section. The first and second members may be positioned in a vertically overlapping arrangement with interior sides of the members facing together. The device may be positionable between a first orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned away from the ramped section of the second member, and a second orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned against the ramped section of the second member. The device may include a greater height measured between the exterior sides in the second orientation than in the first orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2015
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2016
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Kevin T. Foley
  • Publication number: 20160030088
    Abstract: A spinal correction implant comprises a body extending between a first end and a second end. The body has a curvature. A first longitudinal element is connected with the first end. A ratchet is disposed with the body. A second longitudinal element is connected to the ratchet and is incrementally movable relative to the body. Systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 4, 2014
    Publication date: February 4, 2016
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Matthew M. Morrison
  • Publication number: 20150150691
    Abstract: A device to space vertebral members with first and second members that may have at least one ramped section. The first and second members may be positioned in a vertically overlapping arrangement with interior sides of the members facing together. The device may be positionable between a first orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned away from the ramped section of the second member, and a second orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned against the ramped section of the second member. The device may include a greater height measured between the exterior sides in the second orientation than in the first orientation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2015
    Publication date: June 4, 2015
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Kevin T. Foley
  • Patent number: 8986389
    Abstract: A device to space vertebral members with first and second members that may have at least one ramped section. The first and second members may be positioned in a vertically overlapping arrangement with interior sides of the members facing together. The device may be positionable between a first orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned away from the ramped section of the second member, and a second orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned against the ramped section of the second member. The device may include a greater height measured between the exterior sides in the second orientation than in the first orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 24, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Assignee: Warsaw, Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Kevin T. Foley
  • Publication number: 20150025636
    Abstract: A spinal construct includes a first member including a surface that defines a first cavity and a second cavity. The first member is configured to engage a first vertebral surface. A second member includes a surface that defines a first cavity and a second cavity. The second member is configured to engage a second vertebral surface. The members are spaced and the first cavities are disposed in substantial alignment such that at least one first rod is disposed in the first cavities and the second cavities are disposed in substantial alignment such that a plurality of second rods are disposed in the second cavities and spaced via at least one spacer disposed between the second rods within at least one of the second cavities. Systems and methods are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2013
    Publication date: January 22, 2015
    Applicant: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Matthew M. Morrison, William R. Sears
  • Patent number: 8888817
    Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for spinal stabilization with flexible elements and other elements engaged to the vertebrae. Also provided are instruments and methods for insertion of the flexible stabilization elements and other elements and for reduction of displacement between adjacent vertebrae in a minimally invasive surgical approach.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Michael C. Sherman, Roy K. Lim, Kevin T. Foley
  • Publication number: 20140025170
    Abstract: A device to space vertebral members with first and second members that may have at least one ramped section. The first and second members may be positioned in a vertically overlapping arrangement with interior sides of the members facing together. The device may be positionable between a first orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned away from the ramped section of the second member, and a second orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned against the ramped section of the second member. The device may include a greater height measured between the exterior sides in the second orientation than in the first orientation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2013
    Publication date: January 23, 2014
    Applicant: WARSAW ORTHOPEDIC, INC.
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Kevin T. Foley
  • Patent number: 8579981
    Abstract: A device to space vertebral members with first and second members that may have at least one ramped section. The first and second members may be positioned in a vertically overlapping arrangement with interior sides of the members facing together. The device may be positionable between a first orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned away from the ramped section of the second member, and a second orientation with the ramped section of the first member positioned against the ramped section of the second member. The device may include a greater height measured between the exterior sides in the second orientation than in the first orientation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 5, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 12, 2013
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Roy K. Lim, Kevin T. Foley
  • Patent number: 8523876
    Abstract: Spinal surgical systems include a compressor mountable to a first vertebra and positionable relative to a fulcrum mountable to a second vertebra. The compressor and fulcrum are manipulated relative to one another to compress the first and second vertebrae. The systems further include a distractor mountable to a first vertebra and positionable relative to a fulcrum mountable to a second vertebra. The distractor and fulcrum are manipulated relative to one another to distract the first and second vertebrae.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2013
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: Roy K Lim, Arthur Conley, Anthony J Melkent