Ventura, CA, United States of America

Douglas S Kirk

This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent and 1 EPO patent. Top assignee: Karl Storz Imaging, Inc.. Active years: 2018.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Douglas S Kirk. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/douglas-s-kirk

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

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% Patents Active = 100.0

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 5.0

ph-index = 1

Forward Citations = 3(Granted Patents)


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Years Active: 2018

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1 patent (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Douglas S. Kirk: Innovator in Deployable Imaging Systems

Introduction

Douglas S. Kirk is a notable inventor based in Ventura, California. He has made significant contributions to the field of medical imaging technology. His innovative work focuses on deployable imaging systems that enhance surgical procedures.

Latest Patents

Kirk holds a patent for a "Deployable Imaging System Equipped with Solid State Imager." This invention features a deployable endoscopic imaging module and surgical system. It incorporates solid-state variable direction of view navigation capabilities. The system is manipulated through direct contact force, mechanical linkage, and/or magnetic force. Additionally, it includes image navigation software that can be integrated into a percutaneous housing for performing surgery through a patient's skin.

Career Highlights

Douglas S. Kirk is associated with Karl Storz Imaging, Inc., where he continues to develop advanced imaging technologies. His work has been instrumental in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of endoscopic procedures.

Collaborations

Kirk has collaborated with notable colleagues such as Hans David Hoeg and Eric Lawrence Hale. Their combined expertise has contributed to the advancement of medical imaging systems.

Conclusion

Douglas S. Kirk's innovative contributions to deployable imaging systems have significantly impacted the field of medical technology. His work continues to pave the way for advancements in surgical procedures and patient care.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
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