Patents by Inventor Sean Saint

Sean Saint 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).

  • TRANSCUTANEOUS ANALYTE SENSOR
    Publication number: 20130012798
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2012
    Publication date: January 10, 2013
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Daniel Kline, Steve Masterson, Sean Saint
  • Analyte sensor inserter system
    Patent number: 8313434
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host and associated methods of manufacture. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host and associated methods of manufacture.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 1, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2012
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Daniel S. Kline, Steve Masterson, Sean Saint
  • TRANSCUTANEOUS ANALYTE SENSOR
    Publication number: 20120277562
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2012
    Publication date: November 1, 2012
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, Sean Saint, James R. Petisce, Thomas F. McGee, Daniel Shawn Codd, David Michael Petersen, Daniel S. Kline
  • Transcutaneous analyte sensor
    Patent number: 8280475
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2009
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2012
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Daniel Kline, Steve Masterson, Sean Saint
  • MINIMALLY INVASIVE TISSUE SUPPORT
    Publication number: 20120232653
    Abstract: Described are methods and apparatus for use in supporting tissue in a patient's body. In some embodiments, the patient's breast is supported. In some embodiments, the methods provide ways of supporting and adjusting tissue, and the apparatus includes components and embodiments for supporting and adjusting the tissue. Some embodiments include a supporting device, having a first portion, a second portion, and a support member positioned between the first portion and second portion. Some embodiments include advancing the first portion of the supporting device into the body to a first location in the body; advancing the second portion of the supporting device into the body to a second location in the body; securing the first portion of the supporting device at the first location; and shifting soft tissue in the body with the support member.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2012
    Publication date: September 13, 2012
    Inventors: Sean Saint, Heather Saladin, Anthony Beatty, Alexe Calarasu, Jasper Benke, Gordon Bishop, Randall Lashinski
  • Analyte sensor
    Patent number: 8231531
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2012
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Steve Masterson, J. Michael Dobbles, Michael Robert Mensinger, Sean Saint, Apurv Ullas Kamath, James Brauker, James Patrick Thrower
  • Transcutaneous analyte sensor
    Patent number: 8229534
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: July 24, 2012
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, Sean Saint, James R. Petisce, Thomas F. McGee, Daniel Shawn Codd, David Michael Petersen, Daniel S. Kline
  • ANALYTE SENSOR
    Publication number: 20120130214
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 30, 2012
    Publication date: May 24, 2012
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, James Brauker, Sean Saint, Vance Swanson
  • TRANSCUTANEOUS ANALYTE SENSOR
    Publication number: 20110190614
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 13, 2011
    Publication date: August 4, 2011
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, James R. Petisce, James Patrick Thrower, Sean Saint, John Nolting
  • TRANSCUTANEOUS ANALYTE SENSOR
    Publication number: 20110178378
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2011
    Publication date: July 21, 2011
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, James R. Petisce, James Patrick Thrower, Sean Saint, John Nolting
  • INFUSION PUMP SYSTEM WITH DISPOSABLE CARTRIDGE HAVING PRESSURE VENTING AND PRESSURE FEEDBACK
    Publication number: 20110166544
    Abstract: Embodiments are directed to portable infusion devices, systems, and methods of using the same for dispensing materials. In some cases, the devices, systems and methods may be used for infusing a material such as medicament, e.g., insulin, into a body in need thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2010
    Publication date: July 7, 2011
    Applicant: TANDEM DIABETES CARE, INC.
    Inventors: Erik T. Verhoef, Paul M. DiPerna, Mike Rosinko, Mark Williamson, Geoffrey A. Kruse, Thomas R. Ulrich, Phil Lamb, Sean Saint, Michael Michaud, William Trevaskis
  • Transcutaneous analyte sensor
    Patent number: 7946984
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 10, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 24, 2011
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, James R. Petisce, James Patrick Thrower, Sean Saint, John Nolting
  • Transcutaneous analyte sensor
    Patent number: 7905833
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 21, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2011
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Steve Masterson, J. Michael Dobbles, Michael Robert Mensinger, Sean Saint, Apurv Ullas Kamath, James Brauker, James Patrick Thrower
  • MINIMALLY INVASIVE TISSUE SUPPORT SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH A SUPERIOR TISSUE SUPPORT AND AN INFERIOR ANCHOR
    Publication number: 20100331612
    Abstract: Described are methods and apparatus for use in supporting tissue in a patient's body. In some embodiments, the patient's breast or another tissue is supported. One method involves introducing a superior soft tissue anchor into a patient, the anchor having an inferiorly facing total surface area; and introducing at least one inferior soft tissue anchor into the patient, such that the at least one inferior soft tissue anchor is suspended from the superior soft tissue anchor, the sum of all of the at least one inferior soft tissue anchors having a superiorly facing total surface area. The inferiorly facing total surface area of the superior anchor can be greater, such as at least two times greater than the superiorly facing total surface area of the at least one inferior anchor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 2, 2009
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Applicant: Alure Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall Lashinski, Michael J. Lee, Gordon Bishop, Anthony Beatty, Jasper Benke, Alexe Calarasu, Jeremy Kinkade, Sean Saint, Heather Saladin
  • ANALYTE SENSOR
    Publication number: 20100298684
    Abstract: Systems and methods of use for continuous analyte measurement of a host's vascular system are provided. In some embodiments, a continuous glucose measurement system includes a vascular access device, a sensor and sensor electronics, the system being configured for insertion into communication with a host's circulatory system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2010
    Publication date: November 25, 2010
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Jacob S. Leach, Mark Brister, Sean Saint, James R. Petisce, Mark C. Shults, David K. Wong, Kum Ming Woo
  • Minimally invasive breast lift method with a superior tissue support and an inferior anchor
    Patent number: 7837613
    Abstract: Described are methods and apparatus for use in supporting tissue in a patient's body. In some embodiments, the patient's breast or another tissue is supported. One method involves introducing a superior soft tissue anchor into a patient, the anchor having an inferiorly facing total surface area; and introducing at least one inferior soft tissue anchor into the patient, such that the at least one inferior soft tissue anchor is suspended from the superior soft tissue anchor, the sum of all of the at least one inferior soft tissue anchors having a superiorly facing total surface area. The inferiorly facing total surface area of the superior anchor can be greater, such as at least two times greater than the superiorly facing total surface area of the at least one inferior anchor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 23, 2010
    Assignee: Alure Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Randall Lashinski, Michael J. Lee, Gordon Bishop, Anthony Beatty, Jasper Benke, Alexe Calarasu, Jeremy Kinkade, Sean Saint, Heather Saladin
  • TRANSCUTANEOUS ANALYTE SENSOR
    Publication number: 20100212583
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to systems and methods for measuring an analyte in a host. More particularly, the present invention relates to systems and methods for transcutaneous measurement of glucose in a host.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 6, 2010
    Publication date: August 26, 2010
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, James R. Petisce, Sean Saint, Kum Ming Woo, Victor Ha, John Nolting, Peter C. Simpson, James Brouker
  • Analyte sensor
    Patent number: 7775975
    Abstract: Systems and methods of use for continuous analyte measurement of a host's vascular system are provided. In some embodiments, a continuous glucose measurement system includes a vascular access device, a sensor and sensor electronics, the system being configured for insertion into communication with a host's circulatory system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignee: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Mark Brister, Sean Saint, James R. Petisce, Mark Shults, Jacob S. Leach, David K. Wong, Kum Ming Woo
  • CALIBRATION TECHNIQUES FOR A CONTINUOUS ANALYTE SENSOR
    Publication number: 20100198036
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are systems and methods for calibrating a continuous analyte sensor, such as a continuous glucose sensor. One such system utilizes one or more electrodes to measure an additional analyte. Such measurements may provide a baseline or sensitivity measurement for use in calibrating the sensor. Furthermore, baseline and/or sensitivity measurements may be used to trigger events such as digital filtering of data or suspending display of data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2010
    Publication date: August 5, 2010
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Apurv Ullas Kamath, Peter C. Simpson, James H. Brauker, Paul V. Goode, JR., Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, Sean Saint
  • CALIBRATION TECHNIQUES FOR A CONTINUOUS ANALYTE SENSOR
    Publication number: 20100198035
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are systems and methods for calibrating a continuous analyte sensor, such as a continuous glucose sensor. One such system utilizes one or more electrodes to measure an additional analyte. Such measurements may provide a baseline or sensitivity measurement for use in calibrating the sensor. Furthermore, baseline and/or sensitivity measurements may be used to trigger events such as digital filtering of data or suspending display of data.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 14, 2010
    Publication date: August 5, 2010
    Applicant: DexCom, Inc.
    Inventors: Apurv Ullas Kamath, Peter C. Simpson, James H. Brauker, Paul V. Goode, JR., Mark Brister, Paul V. Neale, Sean Saint