St-Leonard, Canada

Domenic N Santoianni

This inventor holds 32 USPTO granted patents, plus 3 CIPO patents and 9 EPO patents, primarily in Cryosurgical Catheters. Top assignees: Cryocath Technologies Inc., Medtronic Cryocath LP, Cryotherapeutics Gmbh. Active years: 1999-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Domenic N Santoianni. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/domenic-n-santoianni

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

Calculating rank

% Patents Active = 62.5

 

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 4.9

ph-index = 17

Forward Citations = 1,846(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • St-Leonard, CA (1999)
  • St. Leonard, CA (2001)
  • Kirkland, CA (US) (2011)
  • Kirkland, CA (2001 - 2023)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1999-2023

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Areas of Expertise:
Balloon Catheter
Cryoablation
Thrombus Aspiration
Cryosurgical Catheter
Cryoenergy
Mechanical Waves
Guidewire Shaping
Coolant Injection
Plaque Stabilization
Deflection Structure
Extended Treatment Zone
Pharmacologic Agents
32 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Innovator Spotlight: Domenic N Santoianni

Introduction:

Domenic N Santoianni, a prolific inventor based in St-Leonard, Canada, has made significant contributions to the field of medical devices with a total of 32 patents to his name. His innovative work focuses on improving medical procedures and treatments, particularly in the realm of cardiovascular health.

Latest Patents:

1. Balloon Catheter: Santoianni's recent patented invention is a specialized catheter featuring a flexible heat transfer element on its outer surface. This catheter includes elements for inflating the flexible heat transfer element to form a balloon, as well as an elongate cooling element to cool the inflation fluid. The design ensures precise positioning of the cooling element within the inflated balloon, enhancing its effectiveness.

2. Method and Device for Infusion of Pharmacologic Agents and Thrombus Aspiration in Artery: Another notable patent by Santoianni is a catheter device and method for treating arteries with thrombus. The innovative design includes components for infusing pharmacologic agents and aspirating the thrombus, providing a comprehensive solution for arterial blockages.

Career Highlights:

Throughout his career, Domenic N Santoianni has been associated with prominent companies driving innovation in the medical device industry. Notable among these are Cryocath Technologies Inc. and Medtronic Cryocath LP, where he has played a pivotal role in developing cutting-edge technologies for healthcare.

Collaborations:

Santoianni's success in inventing groundbreaking medical devices is also attributed to his collaborations with esteemed colleagues. Among them, Dan Wittenberger and Jean-Pierre Lalonde stand out as key collaborators who have worked closely with him on various projects, contributing their expertise to the innovative solutions created by Santoianni.

Conclusion:

Domenic N Santoianni's inventive spirit and dedication to advancing medical technologies have led to the development of impactful solutions in healthcare. With a remarkable portfolio of patents and a history of collaboration with industry experts, he continues to make significant strides in improving medical procedures and enhancing patient outcomes.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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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