Patents by Inventor Todd Kirschen
Todd Kirschen 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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Publication number: 20140114252Abstract: Some embodiments of an infusion pump system include a controller device that is configured to removably attach to a pump device in a manner that provides a secure fitting, an overall compact size, and a reliable electrical connection. In particular embodiments, the controller device can be secured to the pump device in a generally side-by-side arrangement. The compact size can enhance the discreteness and portability of the infusion pump system.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2013Publication date: April 24, 2014Applicant: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: RAJAN PATEL, TODD KIRSCHEN, STEVEN FRIEDMAN, VICTOR BRIONES, JOSHUA COLTON, MELLANIE BALMEO
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Patent number: 8696633Abstract: Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device and a removable controller device. When the pump device and the removable controller device are removably attached to one another, the components may provide a portable infusion pump unit to dispense medicine to a user. In particular embodiments, the removable controller device includes a user interface to readily provide information, for example, about the operation of the pump.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2011Date of Patent: April 15, 2014Assignee: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Mark C. Estes, Mitchell Wenger, Morten Mernoe, James Causey, Todd Kirschen
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Patent number: 8647302Abstract: Some embodiments of an infusion pump system may include a construction that is resistant to external contaminants, such as precipitation, water splashes, sweat and the like. In particular embodiments, the infusion pump system can include a pump device that is removably attached to a controller device to provide an electrical connection therebetween. In such circumstances, the infusion pump system can be assembled as a sealed construction that protects the electrical connection between the pump device and the removable controller device.Type: GrantFiled: March 26, 2012Date of Patent: February 11, 2014Assignee: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Victor Briones, Joshua Colton, Steven Friedman, Todd Kirschen, Rajan Patel, Mellanie Balmeo
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Patent number: 8641673Abstract: Some embodiments of an infusion pump system include a controller device that is configured to removably attach to a pump device in a manner that provides a secure fitting, an overall compact size, and a reliable electrical connection. In particular embodiments, the controller device can be secured to the pump device in a generally side-by-side arrangement. The compact size can enhance discreteness and portability of the infusion pump system.Type: GrantFiled: June 14, 2011Date of Patent: February 4, 2014Assignee: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Rajan Patel, Todd Kirschen, Steven Friedman, Victor Briones, Joshua Colton, Mellanie Balmeo
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Publication number: 20140018735Abstract: Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device having a cap device that mates with a pump housing to retain a medicine cartridge therein. In addition to retaining the medicine cartridge in the pump housing, the cap device may perform a number of preparatory functions or safety functions. In addition or in the alternative, some embodiments of the pump device may include a drive system that advances a piston rod to dispense medicine to the patient in a safe and energy efficient manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 24, 2013Publication date: January 16, 2014Applicant: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: James Causey, Todd Kirschen, Mitchell Wenger, Steven Friedman, Joshua Colton, Keld Sloth Christensen
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Patent number: 8622966Abstract: Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device having a cap device that mates with a pump housing to retain a medicine cartridge therein. In addition to retaining the medicine cartridge in the pump housing, the cap device may perform a number of preparatory functions or safety functions. In addition or in the alternative, some embodiments of the pump device may include a drive system that advances a piston rod to dispense medicine to the patient in a safe and energy efficient manner.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2011Date of Patent: January 7, 2014Assignee: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: James Causey, Todd Kirschen, Mitchell Wenger, Steven Friedman, Joshua Colton, Keld Sloth Christensen
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Publication number: 20130296789Abstract: Some embodiments of an infusion pump device may include a drive system that accurately and incrementally dispenses fluid from the pump device in a controlled manner. Particular embodiments of the drive system may include a rotational motor that is coupled to a string member, which is used to adjust a pawl relative to a ratchet body. In such circumstances, the drive system can provide a reliable and compact infusion pump device that accurately dispenses the desired volume of fluid.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 8, 2013Publication date: November 7, 2013Inventors: Morten Mernoe, Mitchell Wenger, James Causey, Todd Kirschen
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Patent number: 8551046Abstract: Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device having a cap device that mates with a pump housing to retain a medicine cartridge therein. In addition to retaining the medicine cartridge in the pump housing, the cap device may perform a number of preparatory functions or safety functions. In addition or in the alternative, some embodiments of the pump device may include a drive system that advances a piston rod to dispense medicine to the patient in a safe and energy efficient manner.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 2011Date of Patent: October 8, 2013Assignee: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: James Causey, Todd Kirschen, Mitchell Wenger, Steven Friedman, Joshua Colton, Keld Sloth Christensen
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Patent number: 8480623Abstract: Some embodiments of an infusion pump device may include a drive system that accurately and incrementally dispenses fluid from the pump device in a controlled manner. Particular embodiments of the drive system may include a rotational motor that is coupled to a string member, which is used to adjust a pawl relative to a ratchet body. In such circumstances, the drive system can provide a reliable and compact infusion pump device that accurately dispenses the desired volume of fluid.Type: GrantFiled: September 14, 2012Date of Patent: July 9, 2013Assignee: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Morten Mernoe, Mitchell Wenger, James Causey, Todd Kirschen
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Patent number: 8409142Abstract: Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device having a cap device that mates with a pump housing to retain a medicine cartridge therein. In addition to retaining the medicine cartridge in the pump housing, the cap device may perform a number of preparatory functions or safety functions. In addition or in the alternative, some embodiments of the pump device may include a drive system that advances a piston rod to dispense medicine to the patient in a safe and energy efficient manner.Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2007Date of Patent: April 2, 2013Assignee: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: James Causey, Todd Kirschen, Mitchell Wenger, Steven Friedman, Joshua Colton, Keld Sloth Christensen
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Publication number: 20130046276Abstract: Some embodiments of an infusion pump device may include a drive system that accurately and incrementally dispenses fluid from the pump device in a controlled manner. Particular embodiments of the drive system may include a rotational motor that is coupled to a string member, which is used to adjust a pawl relative to a ratchet body. In such circumstances, the drive system can provide a reliable and compact infusion pump device that accurately dispenses the desired volume of fluid.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 14, 2012Publication date: February 21, 2013Applicant: ASANTE SOLUTIONS, INC.Inventors: MORTEN MERNOE, MITCHELL WENGER, JAMES CAUSEY, TODD KIRSCHEN
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Patent number: 8282601Abstract: Some embodiments of an infusion pump device may include a drive system that accurately and incrementally dispenses fluid from the pump device in a controlled manner. Particular embodiments of the drive system may include a rotational motor that is coupled to a string member, which is used to adjust a pawl relative to a ratchet body. In such circumstances, the drive system can provide a reliable and compact infusion pump device that accurately dispenses the desired volume of fluid.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 2011Date of Patent: October 9, 2012Assignee: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Morten Mernoe, Mitchell Wenger, James Causey, Todd Kirschen
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Publication number: 20120179101Abstract: Some embodiments of an infusion pump system may include a construction that is resistant to external contaminants, such as precipitation, water splashes, sweat and the like. In particular embodiments, the infusion pump system can include a pump device that is removably attached to a controller device to provide an electrical connection therebetween. In such circumstances, the infusion pump system can be assembled as a sealed construction that protects the electrical connection between the pump device and the removable controller device.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 26, 2012Publication date: July 12, 2012Inventors: Victor Briones, Joshua Colton, Steven Friedman, Todd Kirschen, Rajan Patel, Mellanie Balmeo
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Publication number: 20120143034Abstract: An electrode assembly for use with a subject, the assembly including, a substrate including at least one moveable substrate portion; first and second conductive elements provided on the substrate, the first and second conductive elements being spaced apart, and being adapted to provide an electrical connection to the subject; and, first and second terminals, each terminal being electrically coupled to a respective conductive element, and at least part of each terminal being provided on the at least one moveable substrate portion, such that movement of the substrate portion allows at least part of the terminal to extend away from the substrate to thereby facilitate connection of the terminal to a respective connector.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 17, 2010Publication date: June 7, 2012Applicant: IMPEDIMED LIMITEDInventors: Richelle Leanne Gaw, Todd Kirschen
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Publication number: 20120130312Abstract: Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device having a flexible pushrod that can adjust from a curved configuration to a generally straight configuration. The flexible pushrod is part of a drive system of the pump device so that the flexible pushrod can be controllably and incrementally advanced toward a medicine reservoir to incrementally dispense the medicine therein. In particular embodiments, the flexible pushrod may comprise an anti-rotation mechanism, an anti-torsion mechanism, or a combination thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 30, 2012Publication date: May 24, 2012Inventors: Morten Mernoe, Mitchell Wenger, James Causey, Todd Kirschen
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Publication number: 20120123384Abstract: Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device having a flexible pushrod that can adjust from a curved configuration to a generally straight configuration. The flexible pushrod is part of a drive system of the pump device so that the flexible pushrod can be controllably and incrementally advanced toward a medicine reservoir to incrementally dispense the medicine therein. In particular embodiments, the flexible pushrod may comprise an anti-rotation mechanism, an anti-torsion mechanism, or a combination thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 25, 2012Publication date: May 17, 2012Inventors: Morten Mernoe, Mitchell Wenger, James Causey, Todd Kirschen
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Patent number: 8152765Abstract: Some embodiments of an infusion pump system may include a construction that is resistant to external contaminants, such as precipitation, water splashes, sweat and the like. In particular embodiments, the infusion pump system can include a pump device that is removably attached to a controller device to provide an electrical connection therebetween. In such circumstances, the infusion pump system can be assembled as a sealed construction that protects the electrical connection between the pump device and the removable controller device.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2010Date of Patent: April 10, 2012Assignee: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: Victor Briones, Joshua Colton, Steven Friedman, Todd Kirschen, Rajan Patel, Mellanie Balmeo
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Patent number: 8105279Abstract: Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device having a flexible pushrod that can adjust from a curved configuration to a generally straight configuration. The flexible pushrod is part of a drive system of the pump device so that the flexible pushrod can be controllably and incrementally advanced toward a medicine reservoir to incrementally dispense the medicine therein. In particular embodiments, the flexible pushrod may comprise an anti-rotation mechanism, an anti-torsion mechanism, or a combination thereof.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2006Date of Patent: January 31, 2012Assignee: M2 Group Holdings, Inc.Inventors: Morten Mernoe, Mitchell Wenger, James Causey, Todd Kirschen
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Publication number: 20120022496Abstract: Some embodiments of a medical infusion pump system include a pump device having a cap device that mates with a pump housing to retain a medicine cartridge therein. In addition to retaining the medicine cartridge in the pump housing, the cap device may perform a number of preparatory functions or safety functions. In addition or in the alternative, some embodiments of the pump device may include a drive system that advances a piston rod to dispense medicine to the patient in a safe and energy efficient manner.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 3, 2011Publication date: January 26, 2012Applicant: Asante Solutions, Inc.Inventors: James Causey, Todd Kirschen, Mitchell Wenger, Steven Friedman, Joshua Colton, Keld Sloth Christensen
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Patent number: D674096Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 2009Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Assignee: ImpediMed, Ltd.Inventors: Richelle Leanne Gaw, Todd Kirschen