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New Haven, CT, United States of America

General Surgical Innovations, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 154

CIPO Patents = 18

EPO Patents = 7

Forward Citations = 20,722

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46 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Kenneth H Mollenauer (70 out of 138 patents)

James E Jervis (45 out of 97 patents)

George D Hermann (35 out of 121 patents)

4. Michelle Y Monfort (35 out of 50 patents)

5. Helmut L Kayan (30 out of 44 patents)

6. Thomas J Fogarty (25 out of 151 patents)

7. Maciej J Kieturakis (25 out of 55 patents)

8. Jan M Echeverry (25 out of 52 patents)

9. Peter M Bonutti (22 out of 459 patents)

10. Thomas A Howell (15 out of 150 patents)

11. Allan R Will (12 out of 35 patents)

12. Roger A De La Torre (10 out of 26 patents)

13. Shigeru Tanaka (9 out of 62 patents)

14. Fred H Co (9 out of 45 patents)

15. Roderick A Young (9 out of 12 patents)

Core Competencies:

Extraluminal Balloon Dissection

Surgical Fastening

Balloon Dissecting Instruments

Blood Vessel Harvesting

Laparoscopic Hernia Repair

Inflatable Membrane Seal

Active Cannulas

Fluid Operated Retractors

Tissue Layer Dissection

Prosthesis Deployment

Blood Vessel Clip Applicator

Anatomic Space Development

154 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 8016850 - Extraluminal balloon dissection (2011-09-13),

2. 7862505 - Method and apparatus for combined dissection and retraction (2011-01-04),

3. 7749241 - Balloon dissecting instruments (2010-07-06),

4. 7744626 - Skin seal with inflatable membrane (2010-06-29),

5. 7695487 - Balloon dissection apparatus (2010-04-13),

6. 7641094 - Apparatus and method for surgical fastening (2010-01-05),

7. 7604609 - Bendable, reusable medical instruments with improved fatigue life (2009-10-20),

8. 7594920 - Blood vessel clip and applicator (2009-09-29),

9. 7588584 - Methods and devices for blood vessel harvesting (2009-09-15),

10. 7473262 - Methods and devices for blood vessel harvesting (2009-01-06),

11. 7396362 - Prosthesis and method for deployment within a body lumen (2008-07-08),

12. 7314475 - Extraluminal balloon dissection (2008-01-01),

13. 7311719 - Active cannulas (2007-12-25),

14. 7297153 - Apparatus and method for developing an anatomic space for laparoscopic hernia repair and patch for use therewith (2007-11-20),

15. 7226462 - Specially shaped balloon device for use in surgery and method of use (2007-06-05),

General Surgical Innovations, Inc. is a leading medical device company specializing in the development and commercialization of innovative surgical instruments and solutions. With a focus on improving patient outcomes and enhancing surgeon efficiency, we strive to revolutionize the field of surgery through cutting-edge technology and advanced surgical techniques. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering high-quality, reliable products that meet the evolving needs of healthcare professionals worldwide. Visit our website to learn more about our innovative solutions and how we are shaping the future of surgical innovation.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Dec 9 2025

154 Patents

#3 in New Haven, CT

#64 in Connecticut

#2,484 in US

#5,173 in the World

New Haven, CT, United States of America

General Surgical Innovations, Inc.

Forward Citations = 20,722

46 inventors:

Kenneth H Mollenauer (70 out of 138 patents)

James E Jervis (45 out of 97 patents)

George D Hermann (35 out of 121 patents)

4. Michelle Y Monfort (35 out of 50 patents)

5. Helmut L Kayan (30 out of 44 patents)

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