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Mountain View, CA, United States of America

Iridex Corporation


USPTO Granted Patents = 51

% Expired Patents = 3.9


Trademarks = 17

Forward Citations = 780

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33 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal David M Buzawa (16 out of 22 patents)

silverMedal Howard Chen (14 out of 16 patents)

bronzeMedal Paul T K Chew (7 out of 7 patents)

4.  Giorgio Dorin (7 out of 9 patents)

5.  Kingman Yee (7 out of 52 patents)

6.  George R Marcellino (7 out of 35 patents)

7.  Kenneth A Peartree (5 out of 10 patents)

8.  Steven D Vold (4 out of 8 patents)

9.  Michael W Wiltberger (3 out of 51 patents)

10.  Dan E Andersen (3 out of 104 patents)

11.  Ronald Avisa (3 out of 5 patents)

12.  Larry R Marshall (3 out of 18 patents)

13.  David Haydn Mordaunt (3 out of 78 patents)

14.  Chris Sramek (2 out of 3 patents)

15.  Aaron Feustel (2 out of 12 patents)


Core Competencies:
Ophthalmic Laser
Photocoagulation
Treatment Probe
Retinal Laser
Laser Energy Delivery
Intraocular Pressure
Optical Therapy
Fiber Taper Probes
Broad Area Light Source
Microscope Adaptor
Grid Pattern Laser
Vitreoretinal Surgery

51 patents:

1. 12697252 - Probes having fiber taper and fluid collection channel for ophthalmic laser treatment (2026-08-04),
2. 12544590 - Method and eye mask apparatus for treating an eye using a broad area light source (2026-02-10),
3. 12533260 - Illuminated treatment probe for delivering laser energy (2026-01-27),
4. 12465522 - Methods and probes for intrascleral laser surgery (2025-11-11),
5. 12377285 - Method and apparatus for cyclo-scanner using surface emitting lasers or LEDs (2025-08-05),
6. 12329683 - Methods and systems for large spot retinal laser treatment (2025-06-17),
7. 12310893 - System and method for a patient-invisible laser treatment alignment pattern in ophthalmic photomedicine (2025-05-27),
8. 12213918 - Contact probe for the delivery of laser energy (2025-02-04),
9. 12167891 - Handheld ophthalmic laser system with replaceable contact tips and treatment guide (2024-12-17),
10. 11931294 - Probes having fiber taper and fluid collection channel for ophthalmic laser treatment (2024-03-19),
11. 11745024 - Electrical methods and devices for ophthalmic treatment (2023-09-05),
12. 11690761 - Contact probe for the delivery of laser energy (2023-07-04),
13. 11672704 - Semi-automated ophthalmic photocoagulation method and apparatus (2023-06-13),
14. 11576569 - Handheld ophthalmic laser system with replaceable contact tips and treatment guide (2023-02-14),
15. 11406263 - Photomedical treatment system and method with a virtual aiming device (2022-08-09),
Iridex Corporation, based in Mountain View, California, specializes in ophthalmic laser treatment technologies. The company develops advanced laser systems and treatment probes designed for various retinal conditions, focusing on photocoagulation and optical therapy. Iridex's innovations in laser energy delivery and intraocular pressure management enhance the efficacy of treatments for eye diseases, contributing to improved patient outcomes in ophthalmology. Their commitment to research and development positions them as a leader in the field of medical devices for eye care.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

Iridex Corporation
51 Patents

#65 in Mountain View, CA

#1,618 in California

#6,879 in US

#13,766 in the World

Mountain View, CA (US)
Mountain View, CA, United States of America

Iridex Corporation

Forward Citations = 780

33 inventors:

goldMedal David M Buzawa (16 out of 22 patents)

silverMedal Howard Chen (14 out of 16 patents)

bronzeMedal Paul T K Chew (7 out of 7 patents)

4.  Giorgio Dorin (7 out of 9 patents)

5.  Kingman Yee (7 out of 52 patents)

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