Patents by Inventor Timothy Damadian

Timothy Damadian 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).

  • Nuclear magnetic resonance apparatus and methods of use and facilities for incorporating the same
    Patent number: 6621267
    Abstract: NMR apparatus for achieving construction of improved patient access desirably including a generally C-shaped yoke, and devices for reducing the field asymmetry caused by the C-shaped yoke.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 16, 2003
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond V. Damadian, Gordon T. Danby, John W. Jackson, Hank Hsieh, Terry Morrone, Timothy Damadian
  • Magnetic resonance imaging with patient positioning and surgery
    Patent number: 6522145
    Abstract: NMR apparatus for achieving construction of improved patient access. Facilities and methods of mobile and fixed site scanning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2001
    Date of Patent: February 18, 2003
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond V. Damadian, Gordon T. Danby, John W. Jackson, Hank Hsieh, Terry Morrone, Timothy Damadian
  • Nuclear magnetic resonance apparatus and methods of use and facilities for incorporating the same
    Patent number: 6507192
    Abstract: NMR apparatus for achieving construction of improved patient access. Facilities and methods of mobile and fixed site scanning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 22, 2001
    Date of Patent: January 14, 2003
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond V. Damadian, Gordon T. Danby, John W. Jackson, Hank Hsieh, Terry Morrone, Timothy Damadian
  • MRI magnet with enhanced patient entry and positioning
    Patent number: 6504371
    Abstract: A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) magnet in combination with a mobile patient-positioning device, including a patient support and a method of using same for positioning patients for MRI scanning. The patient support is rotatable through a range of orientations from a horizontal to a vertical position, including being lockable at any oblique angle with respect to the horizontal. The patient disposed on the patient-positioning device in a predetermined orientation can then be moved horizontally into and out of a patient-receiving space in the MRI magnet at the predetermined angle or orientation. A preferred embodiment includes a plurality of patient-positioning devices in which a series of patients can be placed in a ready state while one patient is within the patient-receiving space. As an alternative embodiment, the patient may be moved vertically into position for MRI scanning by way of an elevator which is actuatable from the floor below the patient receiving space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2002
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2003
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy Damadian, Gordon Danby, Raymond V. Damadian, Hank Hsieh, James J. Persoons
  • MRI magnet with enhanced patient entry and positioning
    Patent number: 6456075
    Abstract: A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) magnet in combination with a mobile patient-positioning device, including a patient support and a method of using same for positioning patients for MRI scanning. The patient support is rotatable through a range of orientations. The patient disposed on the patient-positioning device in a predetermined orientation can then be moved horizontally into and out of a patient-receiving space in the MRI magnet at the predetermined angle or orientation. A preferred embodiment includes a plurality of patient-positioning devices in which a series of patients can be placed in a ready state while one patient is within the patient-receiving space. As an alternative embodiment, the patient may be moved vertically into position for MRI scanning by way of an elevator which is actuatable from the floor below the patient receiving space. This elevator also may be used in combination with the patient-positioning device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2002
    Assignee: Fornar Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy Damadian, Gordon Danby, Raymond V. Damadian, Hank Hsieh, James J. Persoons
  • Nuclear magnetic resonance apparatus and methods of use and facilities for incorporating the same
    Patent number: 6445185
    Abstract: NMR apparatus for achieving construction of improved patient access. Facilities and methods of mobile and fixed site scanning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2002
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond V. Damadian, Gordon T. Danby, John W. Jackson, Hank Hsieh, Terry Morrone, Timothy Damadian
  • MRI magnet with enhanced patient entry and positioning
    Patent number: 6414490
    Abstract: A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) magnet in combination with a mobile patient-positioning device, including a patient support and a method of using same for positioning patients for MRI scanning. The patient support is rotatable through a range of orientations from a horizontal to a vertical position, including being lockable at any oblique angle with respect to the horizontal. The patient disposed on the patient-positioning device in a predetermined orientation can then be moved horizontally into and out of a patient-receiving space in the MRI magnet at the predetermined angle or orientation. A preferred embodiment includes a plurality of patient-positioning devices in which a series of patients can be placed in a ready state while one patient is within the patient-receiving space. As an alternative embodiment, the patient may be moved vertically into position for MRI scanning by way of an elevator which is actuatable from the floor below the patient receiving space.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2001
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2002
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy Damadian, Gordon Danby, Raymond V. Damadian, Hank Hsieh, James J. Persoons
  • MRI magnet with enhanced patient entry and positioning
    Patent number: 6404202
    Abstract: A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) magnet in combination with a mobile patient-positioning device, including a patient support and a method of using same for positioning patients for MRI scanning. The patient support is rotatable through a range of orientations. The patient disposed on the patient-positioning device in a predetermined orientation can then be moved horizontally into and out of a patient-receiving space in the MRI magnet at the predetermined angle or orientation. A preferred embodiment includes a plurality of patient-positioning devices in which a series of patients can be placed in a ready state while one patient is within the patient-receiving space. As an alternative embodiment, the patient may be moved vertically into position for MRI scanning by way of an elevator which is actuatable from the floor below the patient receiving space. This elevator also may be used in combination with the patient-positioning device.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2002
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Timothy Damadian, Gordon Danby, Raymond V. Damadian, Hank Hsieh, James J. Persoons
  • Nuclear magnetic resonance apparatus and methods of use and facilities for incorporating the same
    Patent number: 6373251
    Abstract: NMR apparatus for achieving construction of improved patient access. Facilities and methods of mobile and fixed site scanning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 1999
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2002
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond V. Damadian, Gordon T. Danby, Hank Hsieh, Terry Morrone, Timothy Damadian
  • Nuclear magnetic resonance apparatus and methods of use and facilities for incorporating the same
    Patent number: 6288546
    Abstract: NMR apparatus for achieving construction of improved patient access. Facilities and methods of mobile and fixed site scanning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 11, 2000
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2001
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond V. Damadian, Gordon T. Danby, John W. Jackson, Hank Hsieh, Terry Morrone, Timothy Damadian
  • Nuclear magnetic resonance apparatus and methods of use and facilities for incorporating the same
    Patent number: 6225805
    Abstract: NMR apparatus for achieving construction of improved patient access. Facilities and methods of mobile and fixed site scanning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 1, 2001
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond V. Damadian, Gordon T. Danby, John W. Jackson, Hank Hsieh, Terry Morrone, Timothy Damadian
  • Nuclear magnetic resonance apparatus and methods of use and facilities for incorporating the same
    Patent number: 6075364
    Abstract: NMR apparatus for achieving construction of improved patient access. Facilities and methods of mobile and fixed site scanning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 1999
    Date of Patent: June 13, 2000
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond V. Damadian, Gordon T. Danby, John W. Jackson, Hank Hsieh, Terry Morrone, Timothy Damadian
  • Nuclear magnetic resonance apparatus and methods of use and facilities for incorporating the same
    Patent number: 6023165
    Abstract: NMR apparatus for achieving construction of improved patient access. Faciliites and methods for mobile and fixed site NMR scanning.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 18, 1992
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2000
    Assignee: Fonar Corporation
    Inventors: Raymond V. Damadian, Gordon T. Danby, John W. Jackson, Hank Hsieh, Terry Morrone, Timothy Damadian