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McHenry, IL, United States of America

Medela, Inc.


USPTO Granted Patents = 18


Trademarks = 3

Forward Citations = 717

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12 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Brian H Silver (14 out of 71 patents)

silverMedal Larry D Annis (4 out of 22 patents)

bronzeMedal Gotthilf Weniger (3 out of 3 patents)

4.  Kathleen A Lockridge (3 out of 3 patents)

5.  Richard Scott Weston (2 out of 62 patents)

6.  Matthew D Hunckler (1 out of 1 patent)

7.  Michael L Perry (1 out of 1 patent)

8.  Laura E Perry (1 out of 1 patent)

9.  Hans R Kunzler (1 out of 2 patents)

10.  Karl O Larsson (1 out of 12 patents)

11.  Michael N Larsson (1 out of 21 patents)

12.  Karen Elliott (1 out of 1 patent)

13.  Karl O A H Larsson (1 patent)


18 patents:

1. 6652484 - Foot-powered breastmilk pump with removable piston pump (2003-11-25),
2. 6299594 - Vacuum regulator for a breastmilk pump (2001-10-09),
3. 6257847 - Diaphragm pump and pump for double-breast pumping (2001-07-10),
4. 6110140 - Manual breastmilk pump (2000-08-29),
5. 5797875 - Breast pump assembly and method of using same (1998-08-25),
6. 5792214 - Apparatus and method for treating neonatal hyperbilirubinemia (1998-08-11),
7. 5776098 - Diaphragm pump and pump mounted in a carrying case useful in breast (1998-07-07),
8. D392038 - Container (1998-03-10),
9. 5720722 - Connector for use in single and double breast pumping and breast pump (1998-02-24),
10. 5601531 - Breast pump assembly and method of using same (1997-02-11),
11. 5575768 - Device and kit for supporting a breast shield and related pump equipment (1996-11-19),
12. D375357 - Tubing connector for a breast pump assembly (1996-11-05),
13. 5556008 - Soft-cup feeder (1996-09-17),
14. 5514166 - Device and method for supporting a breast shield and related pump (1996-05-07),
15. D365399 - Heating pad (1995-12-19),
Company Overview
Medela, Inc. is a leading developer and manufacturer of medical devices and solutions, primarily focusing on breastfeeding and maternal health. The company specializes in innovative products that support lactation and neonatal care, enhancing the health and well-being of mothers and infants. With a commitment to research and development, Medela leverages advanced technologies to create effective solutions that are widely used in hospitals and homes. Headquartered in McHenry, Illinois, Medela operates with a global perspective, serving healthcare professionals and families worldwide.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

18 Patents

#1 in McHenry, IL

#915 in Illinois

#17,952 in US

#34,187 in the World

McHenry, IL (US)
McHenry, IL, United States of America

Medela, Inc.

Forward Citations = 717

12 inventors:

goldMedal Brian H Silver (14 out of 71 patents)

silverMedal Larry D Annis (4 out of 22 patents)

bronzeMedal Gotthilf Weniger (3 out of 3 patents)

4.  Kathleen A Lockridge (3 out of 3 patents)

5.  Richard Scott Weston (2 out of 62 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Medela, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/medela

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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