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Salt Lake City, UT, United States of America

Bard Access Systems, Inc.


USPTO Granted Patents = 282

% Expired Patents = 2.1


Trademarks = 4

Forward Citations = 2,628

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114 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Anthony K Misener (97 out of 115 patents)

silverMedal Steffan Sowards (81 out of 81 patents)

bronzeMedal William Robert McLaughlin (68 out of 73 patents)

4.  Glade Harold Howell (41 out of 135 patents)

5.  Daniel B Blanchard (29 out of 81 patents)

6.  Shayne Messerly (25 out of 50 patents)

7.  Eric W Lindekugel (24 out of 41 patents)

8.  Chase Thompson (19 out of 19 patents)

9.  Matthew J Prince (18 out of 19 patents)

10.  Jason R Stats (15 out of 74 patents)

11.  Sorin Grunwald (14 out of 14 patents)

12.  Joe Spataro (13 out of 14 patents)

13.  Daniel Pett (13 out of 13 patents)

14.  Kyle G Thornley (13 out of 13 patents)

15.  Tab Robbins (10 out of 11 patents)


Core Competencies:
Catheter Insertion
Ultrasound Imaging
Fiber Optic Systems
Rapidly Insertable Catheters
Medical Device Monitoring
Shape Sensing
Anatomical Visualization
Intraosseous Access
Vascular Access
Device Tracking
Gel-Treating Stations
Surgical Accessories

282 patents:

1. 12734331 - Compact insertion assemblies of rapidly insertable central catheters and methods thereof (2026-09-15),
2. 12734006 - Connection systems and methods for establishing optical and electrical connections through a drape (2026-09-15),
3. 12733899 - Non-uniform ultrasound image modification of targeted sub-regions (2026-09-15),
4. 12728236 - Couplers and assemblies thereof for rapidly insertable central catheters (2026-09-08),
5. 12725536 - Ultrasound training system (2026-09-01),
6. 12721596 - Ultrasound probe with pressure measurement capability (2026-09-01),
7. 12714832 - Central catheters, assemblies, and methods thereof (2026-08-25),
8. 12708748 - Rapidly Insertable Central Catheters Including Catheter Assemblies and Methods Thereof (2026-08-18),
9. 12708747 - Rapidly Insertable Central Catheter Insertion Assemblies and Methods (2026-08-18),
10. 12702801 - Valve modules and methods for introducer assemblies and rapidly insertable central-catheter insertion assemblies (2026-08-11),
11. 12702441 - Reusable push-activated intraosseous access device (2026-08-11),
12. 12702380 - Ultrasound probe sheathing system and method (2026-08-11),
13. 12697464 - Reinforced catheter tip via roller extrusion (2026-08-04),
14. 12690935 - Portal-establishing devices and methods thereof for establishing portals in procedural barriers (2026-07-28),
15. 12685595 - Conductor incorporated fiber enabled medical systems (2026-07-21),
Bard Access Systems, Inc. is a global leader in vascular access devices. They specialize in developing and manufacturing innovative medical technologies to improve patient care and outcomes. With over 50 years of experience, Bard Access Systems is dedicated to providing healthcare professionals with high-quality, reliable products for their patients. Visit their website to learn more about their vascular access solutions and find helpful resources for healthcare providers.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 15 2026

Bard Access Systems, Inc.
282 Patents

#2 in Salt Lake City, UT

#14 in Utah

#1,545 in US

#3,129 in the World

Salt Lake City, UT (US)
Salt Lake City, UT, United States of America

Bard Access Systems, Inc.

Forward Citations = 2,628

114 inventors:

goldMedal Anthony K Misener (97 out of 115 patents)

silverMedal Steffan Sowards (81 out of 81 patents)

bronzeMedal William Robert McLaughlin (68 out of 73 patents)

4.  Glade Harold Howell (41 out of 135 patents)

5.  Daniel B Blanchard (29 out of 81 patents)

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