Patents by Inventor Susan McConnell
Susan McConnell 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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Patent number: 8251960Abstract: Valves, valved fluid transfer devices and ambulatory infusion devices including the same. The valves includes a valve element and a valve seat, and one of the valve seat and the valve element includes a main portion and a seal portion that is less tacky than the main portion.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2008Date of Patent: August 28, 2012Assignee: The Alfred E. Mann Foundation For Scientific ResearchInventors: Susan McConnell, Keith A. Oberg, Lawrence S. Ring, Peter C. Lord
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Publication number: 20100049144Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for a connection interface between a reservoir or syringe, infusion set tubing, and an infusion pump are provided. A base is provided which is adapted to receive a reservoir and engage a cap. A piercing member, such as a needle, is disposed in the interior of the cap in such a manner that the needle is separated from the reservoir septum when the base is in a first detent position, and the needle pierces a reservoir septum when the base is in a second detent position. When the reservoir, the base and the cap are connected to form an integrated unit, this unit is then capable of being inserted and secured in the infusion pump housing. In some embodiments, an integral connector couples directly to the reservoir.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 5, 2009Publication date: February 25, 2010Applicant: MEDTRONIC MINIMED, INC.Inventors: Susan McConnell, Randy W. Adair, Sheldon Moberg, Chad Srisathapat
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Patent number: 7628772Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for a connection interface between a reservoir or syringe, infusion set tubing, and an infusion pump are provided. A base is provided which is adapted to receive a reservoir and engage a cap. A piercing member, such as a needle, is disposed in the interior of the cap in such a manner that the needle is separated from the reservoir septum when the base is in a first detent position, and the needle pierces a reservoir septum when the base is in a second detent position. When the reservoir, the base and the cap are connected to form an integrated unit, this unit is then capable of being inserted and secured in the infusion pump housing. In some embodiments, an integral connector couples directly to the reservoir.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2004Date of Patent: December 8, 2009Assignee: Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.Inventors: Susan McConnell, Randy W. Adair, Sheldon Moberg, Chad Srisathapat
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Publication number: 20090253147Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for the identification of stem cells, including neural, muscle and hair follicle stem cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 1, 2009Publication date: October 8, 2009Inventors: Ami Okada, Susan McConnell, James Weimann
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Patent number: 7524309Abstract: Apparatuses and methods for dispensing flexible conduits, such as tubing or electrical cable, are disclosed, particularly for portable medical devices. An exemplary apparatus for dispensing flexible conduit or cable, includes a flexible conduit housing, including a base for temporarily housing a flexible conduit, the base having an opening for receiving the flexible conduit and a cover attached to the base for substantially closing the opening. The apparatus also includes an interface for mounting the housing. The flexible conduit is dispensable with the flexible conduit housing to a fixable variable length.Type: GrantFiled: December 28, 2001Date of Patent: April 28, 2009Assignee: Medtronic MiniMed, Inc.Inventors: Susan McConnell, Lawrence C. Kiliszewski, Adam H. Molina
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Patent number: 7494479Abstract: A hypodermic syringe employing a plunger slidably disposed within a barrel. The plunger has a mounting hole extending through the seal end thereof to receive a mandrel. The mandrel has a flexible flange to be releasably engaged with the plunger. A spring element withdraws the mandrel into a cavity within the plunger upon full extension of the plunger within the barrel. The barrel includes a hub retainer at the forward end thereof and a needle hub retained therein the mandrel includes barbed tines with surfaces having axes of the conical surfaces that are displaced from one another such that movement of the tines toward one another also brings the axes closer. A catch associated with the back end of the spring element coupled with the mandrel at the other end cooperates with shoulders on smooth surfaces within the cavities to retain tension within the bungee.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2002Date of Patent: February 24, 2009Assignee: Medsolve Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Rudy Montalvo, Raymond P. Feith, Susan McConnell-Montalvo, April Marano-Ford
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Publication number: 20080234637Abstract: Valves, valved fluid transfer devices and ambulatory infusion devices including the same.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2008Publication date: September 25, 2008Inventors: Susan McConnell, Keith A. Oberg, Lawrence S. Ring, Peter C. Lord
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Publication number: 20070156094Abstract: An insertion device and insertion set. The insertion device for inserting at least a portion of at least one piercing member of an insertion set through the skin of a patient includes a device housing, a carrier body and a driver. The carrier body is slidably received within the device housing for movement between an advanced position and a retracted position. The carrier body also includes a receiving structure to support the insertion set in a position with the at least one piercing member oriented for insertion through the skin of the patient at a predetermined angle relative to the skin of the patient upon movement of the carrier body from the retracted position to the advanced position.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2007Publication date: July 5, 2007Inventors: Jason Safabash, Susan McConnell, Randy Adair, Jeffery Funderburk, April Marano, Jeffrey Field
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Publication number: 20070142776Abstract: An insertion device and insertion set. The insertion device for inserting at least a portion of at least one piercing member of an insertion set through the skin of a patient includes a device housing, a carrier body and a driver. The carrier body is slidably received within the device housing for movement between an advanced position and a retracted position. The carrier body also includes a receiving structure to support the insertion set in a position with the at least one piercing member oriented for insertion through the skin of the patient at a predetermined or variable angle relative to the skin of the patient upon movement of the carrier body from the retracted position to the advanced position.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2002Publication date: June 21, 2007Inventors: Paul Kovelman, Jason Safabash, Susan McConnell, April Marano, Frederick Houghton
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Patent number: 7128730Abstract: A system for delivery of therapeutic and/or diagnostic agents into a living body includes a port assembly having a cannula extending from the mounting side, a port opening away from the mounting side and a resilient barrier between the port and the cannula. An access hub includes a connector positionable at the port for opening the resilient barrier. The access hub is movable in the port assembly, is engaged therewith through a resilient ring coupling and forms a seal with the resilient barrier, reducing the amount of volume to be primed. Inserters, both disposable and reusable, include the cannula insertion member as part of the assembly. A spring loaded port driver is operatively mounted within the housing with movement controlled by a latch. The driver includes a seat for receipt of a port assembly. The cannula insertion member is nonremovably fixed in a socket in the port driver in the disposable assembly.Type: GrantFiled: December 13, 2005Date of Patent: October 31, 2006Assignee: Medsolve Technologies, Inc.Inventors: April Marano-Ford, Susan McConnell-Montalvo, Jeffrey F. Field
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Publication number: 20060229560Abstract: A system for delivery of therapeutic and/or diagnostic agents into a living body includes a port assembly having a cannula extending from the mounting side, a port opening away from the mounting side and a resilient barrier between the port and the cannula. An access hub includes a connector positionable at the port for opening the resilient barrier. The access hub is movable in the port assembly, is engaged therewith through a resilient ring coupling and forms a seal with the resilient barrier, reducing the amount of volume to be primed. Inserters, both disposable and reusable, include the cannula insertion member as part of the assembly. A spring loaded port driver is operatively mounted within the housing with movement controlled by a latch. The driver includes a seat for receipt of a port assembly. The cannula insertion member is nonremovably fixed in a socket in the port driver in the disposable assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2006Publication date: October 12, 2006Inventors: April Marano-Ford, Susan McConnell-Montalvo, Jeffrey Field
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Publication number: 20060229559Abstract: A system for delivery of therapeutic and/or diagnostic agents into a living body includes a port assembly having a cannula extending from the mounting side, a port opening away from the mounting side and a resilient barrier between the port and the cannula. An access hub includes a connector positionable at the port for opening the resilient barrier. The access hub is movable in the port assembly, is engaged therewith through a resilient ring coupling and forms a seal with the resilient barrier, reducing the amount of volume to be primed. Inserters, both disposable and reusable, include the cannula insertion member as part of the assembly. A spring loaded port driver is operatively mounted within the housing with movement controlled by a latch. The driver includes a seat for receipt of a port assembly. The cannula insertion member is nonremovably fixed in a socket in the port driver in the disposable assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 8, 2006Publication date: October 12, 2006Inventors: April Marano-Ford, Susan McConnell-Montalvo, Jeffrey Field
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Publication number: 20060121430Abstract: A medical training manikin having a body, a model of a lung including inflatable airways communicating with the lung model, and fastener means for selectively attaching the model of a lung to the body. The model of a lung is used to demonstrate various lung functions and ailments.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 2, 2005Publication date: June 8, 2006Inventors: Harold Winnike, Anne Meng, Susan McConnell, Randall Goldblum, Nanette Jay, Regina Burdett, Edward Brooks, Lynda Williams, Katherine Miller
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Publication number: 20060095003Abstract: A system for delivery of therapeutic and/or diagnostic agents into a living body includes a port assembly having a cannula extending from the mounting side, a port opening away from the mounting side and a resilient barrier between. the port and the cannula. An access hub includes a connector positionable at the port for opening the resilient barrier. The access hub is movable in the port assembly, is engaged therewith through a resilient ring coupling and forms a seal with the resilient barrier, reducing the amount of volume to be primed. Inserters, both disposable and reusable, include the cannula insertion member as part of the assembly. A spring loaded port driver is operatively mounted within the housing with movement controlled by a latch. The driver includes a seat for receipt of a port assembly. The cannula insertion member is nonremovably fixed in a socket in the port driver in the disposable assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 13, 2005Publication date: May 4, 2006Inventors: April Marano-Ford, Susan McConnell-Montalvo, Jeffrey Field
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Patent number: 7022108Abstract: A system for delivery of therapeutic and/or diagnostic agents into a living body includes a port assembly having a cannula extending from the mounting side, a port opening away from the mounting side and a resilient barrier between the port and the cannula. An access hub includes a connector positionable at the port for opening the resilient barrier. The access hub is movable in the port assembly, is engaged therewith through a resilient ring coupling and forms a seal with the resilient barrier, reducing the amount of volume to be primed. Inserters, both disposable and reusable, include the cannula insertion member as part of the assembly. A spring loaded port driver is operatively mounted within the housing with movement controlled by a latch. The driver includes a seat for receipt of a port assembly. The cannula insertion member is nonremovably fixed in a socket in the port driver in the disposable assembly.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2005Date of Patent: April 4, 2006Assignee: Medsolve Technologies, Inc.Inventors: April Marano-Ford, Susan McConnell-Montalvo, Jeffrey F. Field
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Publication number: 20060069351Abstract: An insertion device and insertion set. The insertion device for inserting at least a portion of at least one piercing member of an insertion set through the skin of a patient includes a device housing, a carrier body and a driver. The carrier body is slidably received within the device housing for movement between an advanced position and a retracted position. The carrier body also includes a receiving structure to support the insertion set in a position with the at least one piercing member oriented for insertion through the skin of the patient at a predetermined angle relative to the skin of the patient upon movement of the carrier body from the retracted position to the advanced position.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 21, 2003Publication date: March 30, 2006Inventors: Jason Safabash, Susan McConnell, Randy Adair, Jeffery Funderburk, April Marano, Jeffrey Field
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Patent number: 6991620Abstract: A system for delivery of therapeutic and/or diagnostic agents into a living body includes a port assembly having a cannula extending from the mounting side, a port opening away from the mounting side and a resilient barrier between the port and the cannula. An access hub includes a connector positionable at the port for opening the resilient barrier. The access hub is movable in the port assembly, is engaged therewith through a resilient ring coupling and forms a seal with the resilient barrier, reducing the amount of volume to be primed. Inserters, both disposable and reusable, include the cannula insertion member as part of the assembly. A spring loaded port driver is operatively mounted within the housing with movement controlled by a latch. The driver includes a seat for receipt of a port assembly. The cannula insertion member is nonremovably fixed in a socket in the port driver in the disposable assembly.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2005Date of Patent: January 31, 2006Assignee: Medsolve Technologies, Inc.Inventors: April Marano-Ford, Susan McConnell-Montalvo, Jeffrey F. Field
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Patent number: 6991619Abstract: A system for delivery of therapeutic and/or diagnostic agents into a living body includes a port assembly having a cannula extending from the mounting side, a port opening away from the mounting side and a resilient barrier between the port and the cannula. An access hub includes a connector positionable at the port for opening the resilient barrier. The access hub is movable in the port assembly, is engaged therewith through a resilient ring coupling and forms a seal with the resilient barrier, reducing the amount of volume to be primed. Inserters, both disposable and reusable, include the cannula insertion member as part of the assembly. A spring loaded port driver is operatively mounted within the housing with movement controlled by a latch. The driver includes a seat for receipt of a port assembly. The cannula insertion member is nonremovably fixed in a socket in the port driver in the disposable assembly.Type: GrantFiled: January 20, 2005Date of Patent: January 31, 2006Assignee: Medsolve Technologies, Inc.Inventors: April Marano-Ford, Susan McConnell-Montalvo, Jeffrey F. Field
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Publication number: 20050256456Abstract: A system for delivery of therapeutic and/or diagnostic agents into a living body includes a port assembly having a cannula extending from the mounting side, a port opening away from the mounting side and a resilient barrier between the port and the cannula. An access hub includes a connector positionable at the port for opening the resilient barrier. The access hub is movable in the port assembly, is engaged therewith through a resilient ring coupling and forms a seal with the resilient barrier, reducing the amount of volume to be primed. Inserters, both disposable and reusable, include the cannula insertion member as part of the assembly. A spring loaded port driver is operatively mounted within the housing with movement controlled by a latch. The driver includes a seat for receipt of a port assembly. The cannula insertion member is nonremovably fixed in a socket in the port driver in the disposable assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 20, 2005Publication date: November 17, 2005Inventors: April Marano-Ford, Susan McConnell-Montalvo, Jeffrey Field
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Publication number: 20050197626Abstract: A reservoir, made from a cyclic olefin copolymer (COC), for containing a fluid for infusion into a body of a patient includes a proximal end adapted to connect to an infusion set, a distal end, a cylindrical wall longitudinally extending from the proximal end to the distal end, and a piston adapted to be slidably mounted within the reservoir at the distal end. The COC may be TopasĀ® and the reservoir may be used to contain insulin. The piston forms a fluid tight seal and may be connected to a linear actuation member. Additionally, the piston may be formed from an elastomeric material including rubber, silicone, bromobutyl, natural synthetic isoprene, nitrile, and/or ethylene propylene diene monomers. The piston may also be made from a COC such as TopasĀ®.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2005Publication date: September 8, 2005Inventors: Sheldon Moberg, Susan McConnell, Philip Hudak