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).

  • Orthopedic anchor assembly
    Patent number: 8241339
    Abstract: In an exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides an anchor assembly that can be used for the fixation or fastening of orthopedic devices or instruments to bone tissue. In particular, the present invention preferably provides a variable angle or fixed angle anchor assembly that is able to securely connect the orthopedic device to bone tissue even when there is a variance in the angle and position of the assembly with respect to the device. Furthermore, in an exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides an anchor assembly having a locking mechanism that will quickly and easily lock the anchor assembly with respect to the orthopedic device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2012
    Assignee: Globus Medical, Inc.
    Inventors: Sean Suh, Jon Suh
  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20120203347
    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: April 19, 2012
    Publication date: August 9, 2012
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh, Mark Weiman
  • INTRADISCAL MOTION LIMITING MEMBER AND METHOD OF INSTALLATION THEREOF
    Publication number: 20120165946
    Abstract: In an exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides a resilient support member capable of being installed inside an intervertebral disc to provide support to an intervertebral disc that has a compromised annulus fibrosis. In one embodiment, the intradiscal member includes an upper support surface, a lower support surface, and an outer wall. In another embodiment, the intradiscal member includes an inner wall defining a volume. In yet another embodiment, the intradiscal member includes a fastening element. The present invention also provides a method for installing the intradiscal member in the nucleus pulposus region of an intervertebral disc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 1, 2012
    Publication date: June 28, 2012
    Inventors: Sean Suh, Mark Welman
  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20120158147
    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 23, 2012
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh
  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20120158146
    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 23, 2012
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh
  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20120158148
    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 23, 2012
    Publication date: June 21, 2012
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh
  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20120150304
    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 23, 2012
    Publication date: June 14, 2012
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh
  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20120150305
    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 23, 2012
    Publication date: June 14, 2012
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh
  • Intervertebral Spacer and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20120123544
    Abstract: The present invention provides an intervertebral spacer capable of being installed into an intervertebral disc space. In one embodiment, the intervertebral spacer comprises a body portion. The body portion comprises a first end, a second end, a first side portion connecting the first end and the second end, and a second side portion connecting the first end and the second end. An entrance port is defined in the first end of the body portion. A first exit port is defined in the first side portion of the body portion. A second exit port is defined in the second side portion of the body portion.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2010
    Publication date: May 17, 2012
    Inventors: Sean Suh, David C. Paul, Damien O'Halloran
  • Tissue Retractor and Method of Use
    Publication number: 20120046527
    Abstract: Systems, devices and methods related to retractor systems that retract tissue to allow access to a surgical site are described. The retractor systems can include a first rotatable arm attachable to a first blade, a second rotatable arm attachable to a second blade and a third linearly translatable arm attachable to a third blade. An attachment mechanism that is attachable to a fourth blade can be removably coupled to a mount on the frame. The retractors systems can also include two blade systems whereby when the retractor is in a closed configuration, the two blades form an oval opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2011
    Publication date: February 23, 2012
    Inventors: Jason Cianfrani, Mark Weiman, Adam Friedrich, Erik Peterson, Sean Suh
  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20120035729
    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: October 14, 2011
    Publication date: February 9, 2012
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh
  • Orthopedic Plate Blocking Assembly
    Publication number: 20120035665
    Abstract: In an exemplary embodiment, the present invention provides an orthopedic plate blocking assembly that can be used for the fixation or fastening of an orthopedic plate to bone tissue. In particular, the present invention, in one embodiment, provides an orthopedic plate having a plurality of cavities where each cavity is configured and dimensioned to receive a bone anchoring member. The orthopedic plate further provides a blocking mechanism having a plurality of blocking members that block the bone anchoring members to prevent the bone anchoring members from “backing out” of cavities once the bone anchoring members are finally seated in the cavities.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 18, 2011
    Publication date: February 9, 2012
    Inventor: Sean Suh
  • Bio-Resorbable Capsule Containing Fenestrated Screw System For Osteoporotic Subject
    Publication number: 20120029578
    Abstract: The invention encompasses compositions, methods, and kits, for fixing bone and/or repairing connective tissue associated with bone using a fenestrated bone screw. In certain embodiments, the invention encompasses a pedicle screw system including a bio-resorbable or implantable capsule containing cement and methods of use thereof for treating, preventing, and managing disorders in osteoporotic patients. In certain embodiments, the invention encompasses a fenestrated pedicle screw with cement containment skin that is useful in treating subjects in need of spine surgery due to neurologic deficit, deformity, or trauma, which subjects do not have sufficient time for the medical treatment of osteoporosis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2011
    Publication date: February 2, 2012
    Inventor: Sean Suh
  • Methods and Apparatus For Treating Vertebral Fractures
    Publication number: 20120016369
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treating bones, including, in one or more embodiments, methods and apparatus for treatment of vertebral fractures that include a containment assembly for cement containment and/or a balloon assembly for maintaining vertebral height. A containment assembly comprising a containment jacket adapted to be deployed inside bone; and a dividing wall that separates the interior of the containment jacket into a proximal region and a distal region, the dividing wall having an opening for providing access to the distal region from the proximal region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2011
    Publication date: January 19, 2012
    Inventors: Damien O'Halloran, Sean Suh
  • Methods and Apparatus For Treating Vertebral Fractures
    Publication number: 20120016371
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treating bones, including, in one or more embodiments, methods and apparatus for treatment of vertebral fractures that include a containment assembly for cement containment and/or a balloon assembly for maintaining vertebral height. A containment assembly comprising a containment jacket adapted to be deployed inside bone; and a dividing wall that separates the interior of the containment jacket into a proximal region and a distal region, the dividing wall having an opening for providing access to the distal region from the proximal region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2011
    Publication date: January 19, 2012
    Inventors: Damien O'Halloran, Sean Suh
  • Soft Tissue Repair System
    Publication number: 20120010653
    Abstract: A soft tissue repair system is provided for covering or filling openings in the annulus of an intervertebral disc. The soft tissue repair system uses a single plug or a combination of a first plug and a second plug. The second plug is a flowable plug such as an adhesive material or a material that hardens to a flexible plug material. Each plug is configured to close the opening in the annulus and can be positioned within the opening, over the opening at the exterior surface or over the opening at the interior surface. The plug can also be combined with a clamping mechanism that engages the annulus to secure the plug in the opening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 11, 2011
    Publication date: January 12, 2012
    Inventors: Jody L. Seifert, David C. Paul, Sean Suh, Colm McLaughlin, Marcin Niemiec, Aditya Ingalhalikar, Daniel Davenport, Jamie Carroll, Chad Glerum, Edward Dwyer, Noah Hansell, Mark Weiman, Douglas Cahill, Adam Friedrich, Michelle Kofron, Vipin Kunjachan, Ed Reilley, Damien O'Halloran, William S. Rhoda, Brian Malm
  • Methods and Apparatus For Treating Vertebral Fractures
    Publication number: 20120010713
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treating bones, including, in one or more embodiments, methods and apparatus for treatment of vertebral fractures that include a containment assembly for cement containment and/or a balloon assembly for maintaining vertebral height. A containment assembly comprising a containment jacket adapted to be deployed inside bone; and a dividing wall that separates the interior of the containment jacket into a proximal region and a distal region, the dividing wall having an opening for providing access to the distal region from the proximal region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2011
    Publication date: January 12, 2012
    Inventors: Damien O'Halloran, Sean Suh
  • Methods and Apparatus For Treating Vertebral Fractures
    Publication number: 20120010624
    Abstract: Methods and apparatus for treating bones, including, in one or more embodiments, methods and apparatus for treatment of vertebral fractures that include a containment assembly for cement containment and/or a balloon assembly for maintaining vertebral height. A containment assembly comprising a containment jacket adapted to be deployed inside bone; and a dividing wall that separates the interior of the containment jacket into a proximal region and a distal region, the dividing wall having an opening for providing access to the distal region from the proximal region.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2011
    Publication date: January 12, 2012
    Inventors: Damien O'Halloran, Sean Suh
  • Expandable Fusion Device and Method of Installation Thereof
    Publication number: 20110319997
    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: June 25, 2010
    Publication date: December 29, 2011
    Inventors: Chad Glerum, Sean Suh, Jody L. Seifert
  • Spinal Implants and Methods of Use Thereof
    Publication number: 20110295370
    Abstract: The invention encompasses devices and methods for treating one or more damaged, diseased, or traumatized intervertebral discs to reduce or eliminate associated back pain. Specifically, the invention encompasses interspinous spacers, for example, corpectomy spacers that are suitable for insertion into an intervertebral disc space.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2011
    Publication date: December 1, 2011
    Inventors: Sean Suh, Jeff Bennett