Alain F Carpentier

This inventor holds 74 USPTO granted patents and 11 published patent applications, plus 11 CIPO patents and 6 EPO patents, primarily in Heart Valve Prosthetics (CPC class A61F). Top assignees: Edwards Lifesciences Corporation, Baxter International Inc., Carmat. Active years: 1977-2024.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Alain F Carpentier. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/alain-f-carpentier

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 74 (Patent Applications = 11)

% Patents Active = 82.4

CIPO Patents = 11 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 6 (Patent Applications = 3)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 43

Forward Citations = 11,748(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 11,210(Dec 10, 2025)

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Location History:

75 - Paris 14eme, FR (1979)
Sophia Antipolis, FR (2017)
Paris, FR (1977 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

38 out of 1,793

Edwards Lifesciences Corporation

patents

10 out of 2,533

Baxter International Inc.

American Hospital Supply Corporation

patents

5. 4 out of 2,738

Intuitive Surgical Operations, Inc.

patents

6. 2 out of 101

Cardiothoracic Systems, Inc.

patents

7. 1 out of 809

Baxter Travenol Laboratories, Inc.

patents

8. 1 out of 1

Compagnie Parisienne De Chauffage Urbain

patent

9. 1 out of 1

Etablissement Public: Universite Pierre Et Marie Curie

patent

10. 1 out of 121

Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

Rhone-Poulenc Industries

patents

13. 1 out of 1

Robinetterie Industrielle De Saone Et Loire

patent

14. 1 out of 2

Societe Industrielle De Combustible Nucleaire S I C N

patents

15. 1 out of 42

Université Pierre Et Marie Curie (Paris Vi)

patents

16. 1 out of 834,570

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1977-2024

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Areas of Expertise:

Tricuspid Valve

Mitral Heart Valve

Surgical Planning

Bioprosthetic Tissue

Annuloplasty Ring

Hemocompatible Material

Prosthetic Heart Valve

Degenerative Valvular Disease

Implantable Prosthesis

Tissue Treatment

Ergonomic Design

Flexible Heart Valve

74 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11903830 - Physiologically harmonized repair of tricuspid valve (2024-02-20),

2. 11839542 - Ergonomic methods of delivering mitral heart valves (2023-12-12),

3. 11197756 - Ergonomic Methods of delivering mitral heart valves (2021-12-14),

4. 10709506 - Methods and apparatus for surgical planning (2020-07-14),

5. 10342661 - Prosthetic mitral valve (2019-07-09),

6. 10335274 - Ergonomic mitral heart valve holders (2019-07-02),

7. 10166101 - Methods for repairing mitral valves (2019-01-01),

8. 10085836 - Prosthetic mitral valve (2018-10-02),

9. 10053256 - Treatment of bioprosthetic tissues to mitigate post implantation calcification (2018-08-21),

10. 10010650 - Composite hemocompatible material and method for its production (2018-07-03),

11. 9937041 - Physiologically harmonized tricuspid annuloplasty ring (2018-04-10),

12. 9730794 - Prosthetic mitral valve (2017-08-15),

13. 9532838 - Methods and apparatus for surgical planning (2017-01-03),

14. 9526615 - Mitral annuloplasty ring with suture line (2016-12-27),

15. 9351829 - Double cross-linkage process to enhance post-implantation bioprosthetic tissue durability (2016-05-31),

Title: The Legacy of Alain F. Carpentier: Pioneering Innovations in Cardiac Surgery

Introduction: Alain F. Carpentier, a distinguished inventor hailing from Paris, France, is renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of cardiac surgery. His innovative spirit and dedication to improving medical practices have left an indelible mark on the healthcare industry worldwide.

Latest Patents: Alain F. Carpentier holds several patents related to cardiac surgical techniques and medical devices aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and quality of life. His recent patents focus on novel approaches to heart valve repair and replacement, showcasing his ongoing commitment to innovation in the medical field.

Career Highlights: Throughout his illustrious career, Alain F. Carpentier has achieved numerous milestones, including the development of the Carpentier-Edwards Heart Valve, a revolutionary prosthetic valve that has transformed the treatment of heart valve diseases. His pioneering work in the field of mitral valve repair has also earned him international acclaim and has significantly advanced the field of cardiac surgery.

Collaborations: Alain F. Carpentier has collaborated with leading medical institutions, research centers, and fellow inventors to further his research and bring his innovative ideas to fruition. His partnerships with renowned cardiac surgeons and medical device companies have led to the successful implementation of his groundbreaking surgical techniques and inventions.

Conclusion: Alain F. Carpentier's unwavering dedication to advancing the field of cardiac surgery through innovation and collaboration has solid

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.