Patents by Inventor Scott Isola
Scott Isola 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).
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Publication number: 20100286665Abstract: A medical instrument includes a handpiece, an electromechanical transducer disposed in the handpiece, and an electrical circuit disposed at least partially in the handpiece for supplying alternating electrical current of a predetermined frequency to the transducer. A probe is operatively connected to the transducer for transmitting vibrations generated by the transducer to an operative site in a patient. A switching device is mounted to the handpiece and is operatively connected to the circuit and the transducer for enabling the supply of power to the transducer during a motion of the probe in a preselected direction relative to the handpiece and for disabling the supply of power to the transducer upon a termination of motion of the probe in the preselected direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 15, 2010Publication date: November 11, 2010Applicant: Misonix IncorporatedInventors: Ronald R. Manna, Scott Isola, Theodore A.D. Novak
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Patent number: 7776027Abstract: A medical instrument includes a handpiece, an electromechanical transducer disposed in the handpiece, and an electrical circuit disposed at least partially in the handpiece for supplying alternating electrical current of a predetermined frequency to the transducer. A probe is operatively connected to the transducer for transmitting vibrations generated by the transducer to an operative site in a patient. A switching device is mounted to the handpiece and is operatively connected to the circuit and the transducer for enabling the supply of power to the transducer during a motion of the probe in a preselected direction relative to the handpiece and for disabling the supply of power to the transducer upon a termination of motion of the probe in the preselected direction.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2002Date of Patent: August 17, 2010Assignee: Misonix, IncorporatedInventors: Ronald R. Manna, Scott Isola, Theodore A. D. Novak
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Patent number: 7717913Abstract: A surgical instrument comprises, in accordance with the present invention, an elongate probe, a sleeve, a sleeve extension and at least one cauterization electrode. The probe is an ultrasonic element, serving to convey ultrasonic vibrations (as standing waves) to organic tissues at a surgical site. The probe has a working tip and a longitudinal axis. The sleeve surrounds the probe with the working tip of the probe projecting from a distal or free end of the sleeve. The sleeve extension is disposed at the distal or free end of the sleeve and defines a multiplicity of apertures having respective axes oriented at least substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis. The electrode has a distal or free end removably inserted through one of the apertures.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 2004Date of Patent: May 18, 2010Assignee: Misonix, IncorporatedInventors: Theodore A. D. Novak, Alexander L. Darian, Dan Voic, Scott Isola
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Publication number: 20100036293Abstract: A high-intensity focused ultrasound device with a translatory dive assembly and a rotary drive assembly mounted to a single-piece frame and disposed therewith inside a handle casing includes a focused ultrasound transducer driven by the drive assemblies via a pair of transducer shafts surrounded by an inner sleeve and outer sleeve that sandwich a bolus tube, the outer sleeve being slidably removable from atop the inner sleeve.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 3, 2009Publication date: February 11, 2010Inventors: Scott Isola, Ronald R. Manna, Dan Voic
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Patent number: 7442168Abstract: A tranducer assembly for an ultrasonic surgical instrument includes a front driver having an elongate shaft in one direction and a stud extending in an opposite direction. An electromechanical transducer element is disposed around the stud. The transducer assembly also comprises a rear driver disposed around the stud on a side of the electromechanical transducer element opposite the front driver, the electromechanical transducer element being clamped between the front driver and the rear driver. An inertial or damping mass is fixedly connected to the stud at a point spaced from the rear driver. The stud is of length and thinness to act as a flexible vibration damping element.Type: GrantFiled: April 1, 2003Date of Patent: October 28, 2008Assignee: Misonix, IncorporatedInventors: Theodore A. D. Novak, Alexander L. Darian, Dan Voic, Scott Isola, Ronald R. Manna
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Publication number: 20070191711Abstract: In preparation for a medical procedure utilizing a medical instrument such as a high intensity focused ultrasound probe sterile water is gravity fed to a reservoir container through a hydrophobic hollow fiber or membrane filter connected to a vacuum pump, whereby the reservoir container is filled with degassed sterile water. The reservoir is operatively connected to the medical instrument in a hydraulic circuit through which the degassed sterile water is pumped from the reservoir container. The circuit is purged of air and then closed to render the medical instrument in condition for a medical procedure.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 15, 2006Publication date: August 16, 2007Applicant: MISONIX, INCORPORATEDInventors: Christopher Bush, Scott Isola, Ronald Manna
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Patent number: 7223267Abstract: A surgical device for ultrasonic ablation and RF cauterization includes a forceps member having at least one prong, the prong being formed as an electrode. At least one electrical connector is provided on the forceps member for operatively connecting the prong to an electrical power source. The surgical device further includes a mechanical connector attached to the forceps member for removably fastening the forceps member to a housing of an ultrasonic probe. The forceps member can thus function to carry out a cauterization procedure during a surgical operation utilizing the probe for ultrasonic ablation.Type: GrantFiled: February 6, 2004Date of Patent: May 29, 2007Assignee: Misonix, IncorporatedInventors: Scott Isola, Theodore A. D. Novak, Alexander L. Darian, Ronald R. Manna
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Publication number: 20060293630Abstract: A liquid containment system in accordance with the present invention includes a flexible plastic or elastomeric bag with several apertures. Surrounding each aperture is a port member such as a silastic ring. The port member functions at least reduce the escape of airborne particules from the bag while permitting the insertion of a surgical instrument into the bag. The port member may be made at least partially of a silicone based material to provide resistance to damage by ultrasonic tools.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 22, 2005Publication date: December 28, 2006Applicant: Misonix IncorporatedInventors: Ronald Manna, Dan Voic, Theodore Novak, Scott Isola, Christopher Bush, Steven Tobias
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Publication number: 20060241470Abstract: An ultrasonic medical probe comprises an elongate shaft formed integrally with a head portion having a distal end face oriented at least partially transversely to a longitudinal axis of the shaft. The shaft is provided with an internal longitudinal channel or bore extending to the end face. The end face is formed with an indentation communicating with the channel or bore at a distal end thereof, whereby liquid is guided over an extended surface of the end face relative to the channel or bore. The head portion also has a lateral surface extending substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the probe. The lateral surface is provided with at least one outwardly or radially extending projection. The projection enables the application of ultrasonic cavitation energy to a tissue surface that is in contact with the lateral or side surface of the probe head.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 23, 2005Publication date: October 26, 2006Applicant: Misonix IncorporatedInventors: Theodore Novak, Ronald Manna, Dan Voic, Scott Isola
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Publication number: 20050273127Abstract: A surgical method utilizes a cutting blade having a thickness along a cutting edge of between about 0.0005 inch and about 0.020 inch and preferably between about 0.001 inch and 0.010 inch. The blade is moved in contact with relatively hardly tissues which are disposed adjacent to softer tissues at a surgical site in a patient. The blade is ultrasonically vibrated during the moving of the blade, whereby the hard tissue is cut with a modicum of damage being inflicted on the soft tissue.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 2, 2005Publication date: December 8, 2005Applicant: MISONIX, INCORPORATEDInventors: Theodore Novak, Werner Sladek-Maharg, Dan Voic, Scott Isola, Ronald Manna
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Publication number: 20050187512Abstract: A surgical device for ultrasonic ablation and RF cauterization includes a forceps member having at least one prong, the prong being formed as an electrode. At least one electrical connector is provided on the forceps member for operatively connecting the prong to an electrical power source. The surgical device further includes a mechanical connector attached to the forceps member for removably fastening the forceps member to a housing of an ultrasonic probe. The forceps member can thus function to carry out a cauterization procedure during a surgical operation utilizing the probe for ultrasonic ablation.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 6, 2004Publication date: August 25, 2005Inventors: Scott Isola, Theodore Novak, Alexander Darian, Ronald Manna
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Publication number: 20050143730Abstract: A surgical instrument comprises, in accordance with the present invention, an elongate probe, a sleeve, a sleeve extension and at least one cauterization electrode. The probe is an ultrasonic element, serving to convey ultrasonic vibrations (as standing waves) to organic tissues at a surgical site. The probe has a working tip and a longitudinal axis. The sleeve surrounds the probe with the working tip of the probe projecting from a distal or free end of the sleeve. The sleeve extension is disposed at the distal or free end of the sleeve and defines a multiplicity of apertures having respective axes oriented at least substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis. The electrode has a distal or free end removably inserted through one of the apertures.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 4, 2004Publication date: June 30, 2005Applicant: Misonix IncorporatedInventors: Theodore Novak, Alexander Darian, Dan Voic, Scott Isola
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Patent number: 6902536Abstract: An ultrasonic medical treatment device has a casing, an elongate probe, a transducer assembly, a sheath and at least one electrode member. The probe is mounted to and extends from the casing and has an axis and a free end serving as an operative tip. The transducer assembly is mounted to the casing and is operatively connected to the probe for generating vibrations of at least one ultrasonic frequency in the probe. The sheath surrounds the probe. The electrode member is connectable to an RF voltage source and is mounted at least indirectly to the casing so as to permit relative motion between the electrode member and the probe.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2003Date of Patent: June 7, 2005Assignee: Milsonix IncorporatedInventors: Ronald R. Manna, Dan Voic, Theodore A. D. Novak, Scott Isola, Alexander L. Darian
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Patent number: 6736814Abstract: An ultrasonic medical treatment device has a casing, an elongate probe, a transducer assembly, a sheath and a plurality of electrode members. The probe is mounted to and extends from the casing and has an axis and a free end serving as an operative tip. The transducer assembly is mounted to the casing and is operatively connected to the probe for generating vibrations of at least one ultrasonic frequency in the probe. The sheath surrounds the probe. The electrode members are connectable to an RF voltage source and are mounted at least indirectly to the casing so as to permit relative motion between the electrode members and the probe.Type: GrantFiled: February 28, 2002Date of Patent: May 18, 2004Assignee: Misonix, IncorporatedInventors: Ronald R. Manna, Dan Voic, Theodore A. D. Novak, Scott Isola, Alexander L. Darian
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Publication number: 20040073209Abstract: An ultrasonic medical treatment device has a casing, an elongate probe, a transducer assembly, a sheath and at least one electrode member. The probe is mounted to and extends from the casing and has an axis and a free end serving as an operative tip. The transducer assembly is mounted to the casing and is operatively connected to the probe for generating vibrations of at least one ultrasonic frequency in the probe. The sheath surrounds the probe. The electrode member is connectable to an RF voltage source and is mounted at least indirectly to the casing so as to permit relative motion between the electrode member and the probe.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 17, 2003Publication date: April 15, 2004Applicant: MISONIX, INCORPORATEDInventors: Ronald R. Manna, Dan Voic, Theodore A.D. Novak, Scott Isola, Alexander L. Darian
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Publication number: 20040010250Abstract: A medical instrument includes a handpiece, an electromechanical transducer disposed in the handpiece, and an electrical circuit disposed at least partially in the handpiece for supplying alternating electrical current of a predetermined frequency to the transducer. A probe is operatively connected to the transducer for transmitting vibrations generated by the transducer to an operative site in a patient. A switching device is mounted to the handpiece and is operatively connected to the circuit and the transducer for enabling the supply of power to the transducer during a motion of the probe in a preselected direction relative to the handpiece and for disabling the supply of power to the transducer upon a termination of motion of the probe in the preselected direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 11, 2002Publication date: January 15, 2004Inventors: Ronald R. Manna, Scott Isola, Theodore A. D. Novak
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Publication number: 20040006269Abstract: A tranducer assembly for an ultrasonic surgical instrument includes a front driver having an elongate shaft in one direction and a stud extending in an opposite direction. An electromechanical transducer element is disposed around the stud. The transducer assembly also comprises a rear driver disposed around the stud on a side of the electromechanical transducer element opposite the front driver, the electromechanical transducer element being clamped between the front driver and the rear driver. An inertial or damping mass is fixedly connected to the stud at a point spaced from the rear driver. The stud is of length and thinness to act as a flexible vibration damping element.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 1, 2003Publication date: January 8, 2004Applicant: MISONIX, INCORPORATEDInventors: Theodore A. D. Novak, Alexander L. Darian, Dan Voic, Scott Isola, Ronald R. .Manna
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Patent number: 6660054Abstract: A fingerprint capture or processing apparatus incorporates a casing defining a sealable chamber, a first support in the chamber for holding a source of a chemical fingerprint fixative agent, a second support in the chamber for holding an article to be tested for fingerprints, a filtration system connected to the chamber for removing contaminants from air in the chamber, and an air circulation assembly operatively connected to the casing for circulating air from the chamber and through the filtration system. Preferably, the air circulation assembly is a closed system, ensuring that no contaminants will be spilled to the ambient atmosphere prior to complete cleansing of the air inside the casing. A humidity control device may be connected to the air circulation assembly for modifying a humidity level in the chamber to a predetermined relative humidity, thus optimizing effectiveness of the chemical fingerprint fixation agent.Type: GrantFiled: September 10, 2001Date of Patent: December 9, 2003Assignee: Misonix, IncorporatedInventors: Ronald R. Manna, Dan Voic, Scott Isola, Michael Pinka
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Patent number: 6648839Abstract: An ultrasonic medical treatment device has a casing, an elongate probe, a transducer assembly, a sheath and at least one electrode member. The probe is mounted to and extends from the casing and has an axis and a free end serving as an operative tip. The transducer assembly is mounted to the casing and is operatively connected to the probe for generating vibrations of at least one ultrasonic frequency in the probe. The sheath surrounds the probe. The electrode member is connectable to an RF voltage source and is mounted at least indirectly to the casing so as to permit relative motion between the electrode member and the probe.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2002Date of Patent: November 18, 2003Assignee: Misonix, IncorporatedInventors: Ronald R. Manna, Dan Voic, Theodore A. D. Novak, Scott Isola, Alexander L. Darian
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Publication number: 20030163130Abstract: An ultrasonic medical treatment device has a casing, an elongate probe, a transducer assembly, a sheath and a plurality of electrode members. The probe is mounted to and extends from the casing and has an axis and a free end serving as an operative tip. The transducer assembly is mounted to the casing and is operatively connected to the probe for generating vibrations of at least one ultrasonic frequency in the probe. The sheath surrounds the probe. The electrode members are connectable to an RF voltage source and are mounted at least indirectly to the casing so as to permit relative motion between the electrode members and the probe.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 28, 2002Publication date: August 28, 2003Inventors: Ronald R. Manna, Dan Voic, Theodore A.D. Novak, Scott Isola, Alexander L. Darian