Patents by Inventor V. Suzanne Klimberg

V. Suzanne Klimberg 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).

  • Patent number: 11478042
    Abstract: The invention generally relates to removable outsole cushion attachments and shoe covers that are cushioned and disposable. The removable outsole cushion attachments and shoe covers can be used by healthcare professionals and others to achieve comfort and eliminate or at least reduce the fatigue associated with standing for long periods of time.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2022
    Assignee: HCP Medical Supplies LLC
    Inventors: V. Suzanne Klimberg, Kenneth Hoos, Robert F. Rioux
  • Publication number: 20210030111
    Abstract: The invention generally relates to removable outsole cushion attachments and shoe covers that are cushioned and disposable. The removable outsole cushion attachments and shoe covers can be used by healthcare professionals and others to achieve comfort and eliminate or at least reduce the fatigue associated with standing for long periods of time.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 23, 2020
    Publication date: February 4, 2021
    Inventors: V. Suzanne Klimberg, Kenneth Hoos, Robert F. Rioux
  • Publication number: 20180353664
    Abstract: The invention is an accessory configured to be fitted to an electrical surgical device and provide suction at a surgical site in which the electrical surgical device is being used. In particular, the accessory is in the form of a suction collar configured to be releasably coupled to the electrical surgical device, generally adjacent to a working end thereof, and provide suction to minimize the accumulation of excess steam, fluid, and/or debris from the surgical site during the treatment procedure. The suction collar is further configured to apply a sufficient suction force to a patient's skin surrounding the surgical site to aid in stabilizing the electrosurgical device in place and maintain the working end to the electrosurgical device within the surgical site during the procedure.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2018
    Publication date: December 13, 2018
    Inventors: Robert F. Rioux, Ryan M. Bean, Tyler Wanke, V. Suzanne Klimberg
  • Publication number: 20160161492
    Abstract: Method and kits for detecting cancer, and in particular breast cancer, in a subject by measuring the levels of at least one of a series of biomarkers, as compared to a control sample lacking cancer. The expression of the biomarker either increases or decreases in samples from subjects with cancer, as compared to the expression level in subjects without cancer. The sample is optimally an ocular sample, such as an isolated tear sample or ocular wash, but can also be from saliva, or other bodily fluid. Kits can include a collection tube and protease inhibitors or protein stabilizers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2015
    Publication date: June 9, 2016
    Applicant: Ascendant Diagnostics, LLC
    Inventors: Anna Daily, Lindsay Rutherford, V. Suzanne Klimberg, M. Patricia Beckmann
  • Patent number: 8268573
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and processes for preparing the same wherein the compositions are useful for monitoring breast cancer treatment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2012
    Assignee: Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventors: Larry J. Suva, V. Suzanne Klimberg
  • Patent number: 7769432
    Abstract: The present invention provides a treatment method to excise a cancerous lesion, such as in the breast, with subsequent ablation of the margin. The method provides for location and excision with ablation under open guidance or guided imaging and for diagnosis by cytology. The method may be a minimally, invasive same day method with diagnosis before or immediately after excision. Also provided is a method of treating close or positive margins of an excisional site of a cancerous lesion in a breast by ablating the margin while monitoring the fluorescence of a fluorophor at the site to determine when ablation of the close or positive margin has occurred.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2004
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2010
    Assignee: Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventors: V. Suzanne Klimberg, Sohelia Korourian, Steven Harms, Gal Shafirstein
  • Publication number: 20100152130
    Abstract: Provided are methods of treating cancer, and/or the side effects of cancer therapy, involving the administration of glutamine, optionally in combination with a carbohydrate carrier that enhances the absorption of glutamine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 7, 2009
    Publication date: June 17, 2010
    Applicant: Eisai Inc.
    Inventors: V. Suzanne Klimberg, Robert G. Petit, II, Edward C. Shinal
  • Publication number: 20100129918
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and processes for preparing the same wherein the compositions are useful for monitoring breast cancer treatment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2009
    Publication date: May 27, 2010
    Inventors: Larry J. Suva, V. Suzanne Klimberg
  • Patent number: 7709529
    Abstract: Provided are methods of treating cancer, and/or the side effects of cancer therapy, involving the administration of glutamine, optionally in combination with a carbohydrate carrier that enhances the absorption of glutamine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2010
    Assignee: Eisai Inc.
    Inventors: V. Suzanne Klimberg, Robert G. Petit, II, Edward C. Shinal
  • Patent number: 7601800
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and processes for preparing the same wherein the compositions are useful for monitoring breast cancer treatment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2006
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2009
    Assignee: The Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventors: Larry J. Suva, V. Suzanne Klimberg
  • Patent number: 7186517
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and a method for monitoring breast cancer treatment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 30, 2004
    Date of Patent: March 6, 2007
    Assignee: Aesgen, Inc.
    Inventors: Larry J. Suva, V. Suzanne Klimberg
  • Patent number: 6978788
    Abstract: The present invention provides a minimally invasive, comprehensive same-day diagnosis and treatment method to remove tumor and ablate margins in breast cancer patients, comprising disease diagnosis by MRI and touch preparation cytology, followed by tumor removal and ablation of tumor margins.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2002
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2005
    Assignee: The University of Arkansas for Medical Science
    Inventors: V. Suzanne Klimberg, Steven Harms, Soheila Korourian
  • Patent number: 6884605
    Abstract: Methods for screening a patient for a cancer wherein the methods comprise detecting an HPV in a biopsy from a patient are disclosed. Also disclosed are compositions and products for screening and for treating cancer in a patient, as well as methods of treating a patient afflicted with a cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2005
    Assignee: Board of Trustees of the University of Arkansas
    Inventors: Paul L. Hermonat, V. Suzanne Klimberg, Yong Liu
  • Patent number: 6714808
    Abstract: A novel method of hematoma-directed ultrasound guided excisional breast biopsy is disclosed. In one aspect of the inventon, the hematoma is produced by an injection of the patient's own blood into a pre-selected area to target a lesion. Detection of the targeted lesion and hematoma is achieved with MRI. In a second aspect of the invention, the hematoma is produced by stereotactic core needle breast biopsy in a pre-selected area, and the targeted lesion and hematoma are detected using intraoperative ultrasound. The method avoids many of the disadvantages associated with traditional needle localized breast biopsy. The method can also be used to guide the excision of lesions visualized by MRI, ultrasound, mammography, PET scanning, and scintimammography. The method may be used in any organ and, in particular, the breast.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 30, 2004
    Assignee: University of Arkansas
    Inventors: V. Suzanne Klimberg, Steven E. Harms, Sohelia Korourian
  • Publication number: 20030125640
    Abstract: The present invention provides a minimally invasive, comprehensive same-day diagnosis and treatment method to remove tumor and ablate margins in breast cancer patients, comprising disease diagnosis by MRI and touch preparation cytology, followed by tumor removal and ablation of tumor margins.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 27, 2002
    Publication date: July 3, 2003
    Inventors: V. Suzanne Klimberg, Steven Harms, Soheila Korourian
  • Publication number: 20030029461
    Abstract: Methods for screening a patient for a cancer wherein the methods comprise detecting an HPV in a biopsy from a patient are disclosed. Also disclosed are compositions and products for screening and for treating cancer in a patient, as well as methods of treating a patient afflicted with a cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2001
    Publication date: February 13, 2003
    Inventors: Paul L. Hermonat, V. Suzanne Klimberg, Yong Liu
  • Publication number: 20020052545
    Abstract: A novel method of hematoma-directed ultrasound guided excisional breast biopsy is disclosed. In one aspect of the inventon, the hematoma is produced by an injection of the patient's own blood into a pre-selected area to target a lesion. Detection of the targeted lesion and hematoma is achieved with MRI. In a second aspect of the invention, the hematoma is produced by stereotactic core needle breast biopsy in a pre-selected area, and the targeted lesion and hematoma are detected using intraoperative ultrasound. The method avoids many of the disadvantages associated with traditional needle localized breast biopsy. The method can also be used to guide the excision of lesions visualized by MRI, ultrasound, mammography, PET scanning, and scintimammography. The method may be used in any organ and, in particular, the breast.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 3, 2001
    Publication date: May 2, 2002
    Inventors: V. Suzanne Klimberg, Steven E. Harms, Sohelia Korourian