Patents by Inventor Sarah Poorman

Sarah Poorman 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).

  • OSTEOTOMY DEVICE AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20220395304
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for performing an osteotomy. One embodiment includes a kit comprising a bone plate, a bridging device, and a spreading device. The bridge is configured to hold open the incision in the bone, whether the spreading device is inserted into the bone, or the bone plate is attached to the bone. The spreading device preferably includes a scissors-type mechanism for spreading two wedge-shaped members apart, contemplating both pivotal and displacement movements of one wedging member relative to another wedging member. The spring device preferably includes an ergonomic grip for the hand of the physician, and a hammering surface useful in inserting the spreading device into the incision.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2022
    Publication date: December 15, 2022
    Applicant: OrthoPediatrics Corp.
    Inventors: Chris Powers, Sarah Poorman, Luis Vega, Cristian Gurrola, Grace Gibbs
  • Osteotomy device and methods
    Patent number: 11266449
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for performing an osteotomy. One embodiment includes a kit comprising a bone plate, a bridging device, and a spreading device. The bridge is configured to hold open the incision in the bone, whether the spreading device is inserted into the bone, or the bone plate is attached to the bone. The spreading device preferably includes a scissors-type mechanism for spreading two wedge-shaped members apart, contemplating both pivotal and displacement movements of one wedging member relative to another wedging member. The spring device preferably includes an ergonomic grip for the hand of the physician, and a hammering surface useful in inserting the spreading device into the incision.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2018
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2022
    Assignee: OrthoPediatrics Corp
    Inventors: Chris Powers, Sarah Poorman, Luis Vega, Cristian Gurrola, Grace Gibbs
  • OSTEOTOMY DEVICE AND METHODS
    Publication number: 20190192200
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for performing an osteotomy. One embodiment includes a kit comprising a bone plate, a bridging device, and a spreading device. The bridge is configured to hold open the incision in the bone, whether the spreading device is inserted into the bone, or the bone plate is attached to the bone. The spreading device preferably includes a scissors-type mechanism for spreading two wedge-shaped members apart, contemplating both pivotal and displacement movements of one wedging member relative to another wedging member. The spring device preferably includes an ergonomic grip for the hand of the physician, and a hammering surface useful in inserting the spreading device into the incision.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2018
    Publication date: June 27, 2019
    Applicant: OrthoPediatrics Corp.
    Inventors: Chris Powers, Sarah Poorman, Luis Vega, Cristian Gurrola, Grace Gibbs