Trademarks = 1

Forward Citations = 3,999

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6 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Robert S Howland (14 out of 18 patents)

James A Rinner (3 out of 3 patents)

James C Thomas, Jr (1 out of 4 patents)

4. Richard M Salib (1 out of 4 patents)

5. Kenneth Pettine (1 out of 1 patent)

6. Shawn R Tebbe (1 out of 1 patent)

16 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 6110173 - Transverse connector for spinal fixation systems (2000-08-29),

2. 5928232 - Spinal fixation system (1999-07-27),

3. 5776134 - Low-profile spinal fixation system (1998-07-07),

4. 5683394 - Fusion mass constrainer (1997-11-04),

5. 5653708 - Cervical spine rod fixation system (1997-08-05),

6. 5649926 - Spinal segmental reduction derotational fixation system (1997-07-22),

7. 5601554 - Branch connector for spinal fixation systems (1997-02-11),

8. 5545166 - Spinal segmental reduction derotational fixation system (1996-08-13),

9. 5545164 - Occipital clamp assembly for cervical spine rod fixation (1996-08-13),

10. 5520687 - Low profile spine fixation system (1996-05-28),

11. 5496318 - Interspinous segmental spine fixation device (1996-03-05),

12. 5487744 - Closed connector for spinal fixation systems (1996-01-30),

13. 5380323 - Clamps for spinal fixation systems (1995-01-10),

14. 5330473 - Branch connector for spinal fixation systems (1994-07-19),

15. 5034011 - Segmental instrumentation of the posterior spine (1991-07-23),

Company Overview

Advanced Spine Fixation Systems, Inc. is a medical device company based in Irvine, California, specializing in the development and manufacturing of innovative spinal fixation solutions. The organization focuses on enhancing surgical outcomes through advanced technologies in spinal surgery, offering a range of products designed to improve stability and support for patients with spinal disorders. Their commitment to research and development positions them at the forefront of the evolving landscape of spinal care.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 13 2026

16 Patents

#198 in Irvine, CA

#4,770 in California

#19,922 in US

#37,831 in the World

Irvine, CA, United States of America

Advanced Spine Fixation Systems, Inc.

Forward Citations = 3,999

6 inventors:

Robert S Howland (14 out of 18 patents)

James A Rinner (3 out of 3 patents)

James C Thomas, Jr (1 out of 4 patents)

4. Richard M Salib (1 out of 4 patents)

5. Kenneth Pettine (1 out of 1 patent)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Advanced Spine Fixation Systems, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/advanced-spine-fixation-systems

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