Patents by Inventor Sean Suh

Sean Suh 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).

  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20150051701
    Abstract: The present invention provides an expandable fusion device capable of being installed inside an intervertebral disc space to maintain normal disc spacing and restore spinal stability, thereby facilitating an intervertebral fusion. In one embodiment, the fusion device includes a body portion, a first endplate, and a second endplate, the first and second endplates capable of being moved in a direction away from the body portion into an expanded configuration or capable of being moved towards the body portion into an unexpanded configuration. The fusion device is capable of being deployed and installed in both configurations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 12, 2014
    Publication date: February 19, 2015
    Applicant: Globus Medical, Inc
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh, Jody L. Seifert
  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20150051703
    Abstract: The present invention provides an expandable fusion device capable of being installed inside an intervertebral disc space to maintain normal disc spacing and restore spinal stability, thereby facilitating an intervertebral fusion. In one embodiment, the fusion device includes a body portion, a first endplate, and a second endplate, the first and second endplates capable of being moved in a direction away from the body portion into an expanded configuration or capable of being moved towards the body portion into an unexpanded configuration. The fusion device is capable of being deployed and installed in both configurations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 29, 2014
    Publication date: February 19, 2015
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh, Mark Weiman
  • Biomaterial dispensing device
    Patent number: 8939985
    Abstract: A device for dispensing biomaterial includes a handle configured to receive a syringe, the syringe including a biomaterial and a threaded plunger, and an engagement pin retained within the handle and slidable between a first position and a second position. The engagement pin is configured to engage the threaded plunger in the first position, the engagement pin is further configured to disengage from the threaded plunger in the second position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Ryan Agard, Sean Suh, Damien O'Halloran, Michael Moretti, Mark Weiman, Chad Glerum
  • Orthopedic Plating Assembly For Bone Fixation and Subsidence
    Publication number: 20150025586
    Abstract: Orthopedic plating assemblies and methods for bone fixation that include an orthopedic plate and orthopedic anchors that can accommodate subsidence in the vertebral bodies as well as prevent the anchors from “backing out” of their installed position. The orthopedic anchors may be capable of rotating and translating with respect to the plate, and the plate may be able to translate after being fastened to the vertebral bodies.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2014
    Publication date: January 22, 2015
    Inventor: Sean Suh
  • Cervical spine spacer
    Patent number: 8926666
    Abstract: A cervical spine spacer includes a spacer body configured to be disposed between adjacent cervical vertebrae in the cervical spine and to maintain a desired spacing between the adjacent cervical vertebrae. The cervical spine spacer also includes a channel passing completely through the spacer body from a first surface of the spacer body to a second surface of the spacer body and a fastener configured to pass through the channel. At least one of the first surface and the second surface is configured to contact one of the adjacent cervical vertebrae and the channel is sized to accommodate the fastener passing through the channel at a plurality of angles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2015
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Sean Suh, Jon Suh, Ryan Watt
  • Expandable fusion device and method of installation thereof
    Patent number: 8926704
    Abstract: The present invention provides an expandable fusion device capable of being installed inside an intervertebral disc space to maintain normal disc spacing and restore spinal stability, thereby facilitating an intervertebral fusion. In one embodiment, the fusion device includes a body portion, a first endplate, and a second endplate, the first and second endplates capable of being moved in a direction away from the body portion into an expanded configuration or capable of being moved towards the body portion into an unexpanded configuration. The fusion device is capable of being deployed and installed in both configurations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 6, 2015
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh, Mark Weiman
  • Devices and Methods for Treating Vertebral Fractures
    Publication number: 20150005828
    Abstract: The present application is directed to devices and methods for treating vertebral fractures with one or more bone pins. In one embodiment of a method, a fractured vertebral body may he accessed through a pedicle portion and an opening may be created therethrough. One or more bone pins may be inserted through the opening. In one embodiment, at least one of the inserted bone pins is inserted to extend across a fracture zone with a proximal portion of the pin engaging a first bone segment and a distal portion engaging a second bone segment. The pin or pins may be manipulated to immobilize the first and second portions of the fractured vertebra.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 18, 2014
    Publication date: January 1, 2015
    Inventors: David C. Paul, Sean Suh
  • Adjustable rod devices and methods of using the same
    Patent number: 8894688
    Abstract: A medical device includes a first elongate member defining an interior region and configured to be coupled to a first anatomical structure within a body and a second elongate member configured to be coupled to a second anatomical structure within the body. A portion of the second elongate member is configured to be disposed within the interior region. The first and second elongate members collectively have a first configuration in which they collectively have a first length when the portion of the second elongate member is disposed within the interior region of the first elongate member. When coupled to the first and second anatomical structures, the first and second elongate members can be moved to a second configuration in which they collectively have a second length different than the first length.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Assignee: Globus Medical Inc.
    Inventor: Sean Suh
  • Expandable fusion device and method of installation thereof
    Patent number: 8888854
    Abstract: The present invention provides an expandable fusion device capable of being installed inside an intervertebral disc space to maintain normal disc spacing and restore spinal stability, thereby facilitating an intervertebral fusion. In one embodiment, the fusion device includes a body portion, a first endplate, and a second endplate, the first and second endplates capable of being moved in a direction away from the body portion into an expanded configuration or capable of being moved towards the body portion into an unexpanded configuration. The fusion device is capable of being deployed and installed in both configurations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh, Mark Weiman
  • Expandable fusion device and method of installation thereof
    Patent number: 8888853
    Abstract: The present invention provides an expandable fusion device capable of being installed inside an intervertebral disc space to maintain normal disc spacing and restore spinal stability, thereby facilitating an intervertebral fusion. In one embodiment, the fusion device includes a body portion, a first endplate, and a second endplate, the first and second endplates capable of being moved in a direction away from the body portion into an expanded configuration or capable of being moved towards the body portion into an unexpanded configuration. The fusion device is capable of being deployed and installed in both configurations.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: November 18, 2014
    Assignee: Globus Medical Inc.
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh, Mark Weiman
  • Orthopedic plating assembly for bone fixation and subsidence
    Patent number: 8882814
    Abstract: In an exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides an orthopedic plating assembly for bone fixation that includes an orthopedic plate and orthopedic anchors that can accommodate subsidence in the vertebral bodies as well as prevent the anchors from “backing out” of their installed position. The assembly, in one embodiment, includes an orthopedic plate and at least one orthopedic anchor, the orthopedic anchor capable of rotating and translating with respect to the plate. The assembly further includes a first blocking member and a second blocking member, the blocking members cooperate to prevent the at least one orthopedic anchor from uninstalling from an installed position.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 11, 2014
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventor: Sean Suh
  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20140324171
    Abstract: Two or more expandable fusion devices are capable of being installed inside an intervertebral disc space. The devices may be implanted at varying heights to maintain disc spacing and restore spinal stability, thereby facilitating an intervertebral fusion. In one embodiment, two implants are implanted into the intervertebral disc space and then expanded or contracted to different heights.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 9, 2014
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh
  • Surgical Disc Removal Tool
    Publication number: 20140316427
    Abstract: The disclosure provides a tissue removal device including customizable tips. The tissue removal device may include an outer shaft and a threaded shaft. One aspect of disclosure may include a shaft cutting tool that emerges from the end of the outer shaft. Another aspect of the disclosure may include a flexible cutting blade extending from the threaded shaft. Threaded shaft may be driven by a driving mechanism in order to provide an auger-like suction mechanism to facilitate the transfer of removed tissue to a collection chamber that is coupled to the outer shaft and the threaded shaft.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2014
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Inventors: Samuel Yoon, Ryan Agard, Jason Pastor, Sean Suh
  • Devices and methods for treating vertebral fractures
    Patent number: 8864773
    Abstract: The present application is directed to devices and methods for treating vertebral fractures with one or more bone pins. In one embodiment of a method, a fractured vertebral body may be accessed through a pedicle portion and an opening may be created therethrough. One or more bone pins may be inserted through the opening. In one embodiment, at least one of the inserted bone pins is inserted to extend across a fracture zone with a proximal portion of the pin engaging a first bone segment and a distal portion engaging a second bone segment. The pin or pins may be manipulated to immobilize the first and second portions of the fractured vertebra.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 12, 2010
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2014
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: David C. Paul, Sean Suh
  • Methods and Apparatus for Treating Vertebral Fractures
    Publication number: 20140303633
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treating bones, including, in one or more embodiments, methods and apparatus for treatment of vertebral fractures that include an inflation device for cavity creation and an inflation and containment device for maintaining vertebral height and cement containment. Methods for treating a bone comprising: creating a cavity in the bone; inflating a containment jacket in the cavity; inflating a balloon within the containment jacket so that the balloon occupies a first portion of the containment jacket; introducing a first filler material into a second portion of the containment jacket, wherein the second portion of the containment jacket is not occupied by the balloon; removing the balloon from the containment jacket; and introducing a second filler material into the first portion of the containment jacket.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 16, 2014
    Publication date: October 9, 2014
    Applicant: Globus Medical, Inc
    Inventors: Damien O'Halloran, David C. Paul, Sean Suh
  • Orthopedic Anchor Assembly
    Publication number: 20140296925
    Abstract: An orthopedic assembly is described that comprises an orthopedic device, an anchor, and a locking mechanism. The orthopedic device can be a plate member having an aperture that is configured to receive the anchor. The anchor can include a head, neck and shank portion. The head portion can include a plurality of arms separated by grooves that are capable of splaying. The assembly is configured such that when the locking mechanism is inserted into the head portion, this causes expansion of the arms of the head. This expansion locks and secures the anchor to the orthopedic device. Various instruments are provided that can deliver the locking mechanism to the anchor, and can provide impact to lock functionality.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2014
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Inventors: Stephan Lawson, Jason Cianfrani, Sean Suh, Jon Suh, Michael Black, Chris Angelucci, Matt Hansell
  • Interbody Standalone Intervertebral Implant
    Publication number: 20140277497
    Abstract: Stand-alone interbody fusion devices and corpectomy devices suitable for use with an oblique implantation. The stand-alone interbody fusion devices may include a spacer having a substantially U-shaped body and a plate coupled to the spacer. The overall shape of the implant is asymmetrical such that a median plane, an oblique plane, or both planes divide the spacer and the plate into two asymmetrical halves. The implants are shaped and configured to allow for an oblique or anterolateral approach to the spine or an oblique corpectomy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 26, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeff Bennett, William Rhoda, Sean Suh, Daniel Davenport, Duncan Sibson, Andrew lott, Nick Padovani
  • SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INSTALLING AN ANNULAR REPAIR RIVET THROUGH A VERTEBRAL BODY PORT
    Publication number: 20140249635
    Abstract: A two part annulus repair rivet for repairing a defect in the annulus of an intervertebral disc includes a first part delivered through a port and adapted to be positioned at an internal surface of an annulus adjacent a defect and a second part adapted to be positioned on an external surface of the annulus adjacent the defect. The first and second parts are secured together, repairing the defect.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2014
    Publication date: September 4, 2014
    Applicant: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC
    Inventors: Jody Seifert, Sean Suh, Mark Weiman
  • Surgical disc removal tool
    Patent number: 8801738
    Abstract: The disclosure provides a tissue removal device including customizable tips. The tissue removal device may include an outer shaft and a threaded shaft. One aspect of disclosure may include a shaft cutting tool that emerges from the end of the outer shaft. Another aspect of the disclosure may include a flexible cutting blade extending from the threaded shaft. Threaded shaft may be driven by a driving mechanism in order to provide an auger-like suction mechanism to facilitate the transfer of removed tissue to a collection chamber that is coupled to the outer shaft and the threaded shaft.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2013
    Date of Patent: August 12, 2014
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Samuel Yoon, Ryan Agard, Rory Palmer, Jason Pastor, Sean Suh
  • Orthopedic Fastener Blocking System
    Publication number: 20140194929
    Abstract: In an exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides an orthopedic fastener blocking system that allows for a desirable number of fasteners to be used with an orthopedic device even when the orthopedic device is too small to accommodate a desired number of traditionally located and oriented fasteners or when the accessibility to the device is reduced so that addressing a desired number of traditionally located and oriented fasteners is not possible. The system includes an orthopedic implant and at least first and second fasteners where one of the first and second fasteners prevents the other of the first and second fasteners from uninstalling when the first and second fasteners are in the installed position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2014
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Applicant: GLOBUS MEDICAL, INC.
    Inventors: Sean Suh, Mark Weiman