Sun Prairie, WI, United States of America

Douglas S Rodenkirch

This inventor holds 41 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents and 6 EPO patents, primarily in Medical Devices. Top assignees: Hospira, Inc., Diversey, Inc., Evalve, Inc.. Active years: 2005-2026.

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

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

USPTO Granted Patents = 41 (Patent Applications = 4)

% Patents Active = 75.6

CIPO Patents = 3

EPO Patents = 6 (Patent Applications = 15)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 6.5

ph-index = 13

Forward Citations = 1,052(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Arlington Heights, IL (US) (2012)
Sun Prairie, WI (US) (2005 - 2024)

Company Filing History:

Carefusion 2200, Inc.

Hos Development Corporation

patents

9. 1 out of 136

Johnsondiversey, Inc.

S. C. Johnson Son, Inc.

patents

12. 1 out of 648

Spectrum Brands, Inc.

Years Active: 2005-2026

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Areas of Expertise:

Infusion Pump

Trocar Assembly

Fluid Delivery

Medicament Admixing

Cleaning Element

Fluid Pressure

Delivery Catheter

Hand-held Device

Hydraulic Pump

Surface Application

Floor Finish

Medical Device

41 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 12697218 - Delivery catheter handle and methods of use (2026-08-04),

2. D1137647 - Medical fluid infusion pump (2026-07-28),

3. 12440629 - Systems, apparatus, and methods for filtering air from a fluid line (2025-10-14),

4. D1076062 - Infusion pump (2025-05-20),

5. D1052728 - Medical fluid infusion pump (2024-11-26),

6. 12085963 - Systems, apparatus, and methods for reducing fluid pressure in a fluid line (2024-09-10),

7. 11931263 - Delivery catheter handle and methods of use (2024-03-19),

8. 11590295 - Systems, apparatus, and methods for filtering air from a fluid line (2023-02-28),

9. D939079 - Infusion pump (2021-12-21),

10. 11109972 - Delivery catheter handle and methods of use (2021-09-07),

11. D902403 - Handle for a medical device (2020-11-17),

12. 10758267 - Trocar assembly with a cleaning element for use during a laparoscopic procedure (2020-09-01),

13. 10751085 - Trocar assembly with a movable cleaning element (2020-08-25),

14. 10661029 - Systems, apparatus, and methods for filtering air from a fluid line (2020-05-26),

15. 10398296 - Trocar assembly with a cleaning element for use during a laparoscopic procedure (2019-09-03),

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Title: Inventor Spotlight: Douglas S Rodenkirch

Introduction: Douglas S Rodenkirch is a prolific inventor hailing from Sun Prairie, WI (US) known for his innovative contributions in the field of medical devices and fluid management systems.

Latest Patents:

1. "Delivery catheter handle and methods of use": This patent focuses on methods, devices, and systems for performing endovascular repair of cardiac valves. It includes a delivery device for staged deployment of an implantable device to a target area.

2. "Systems, apparatus, and methods for filtering air from a fluid line": This patent describes systems for filtering air from fluid lines, ensuring a precise fluid level within a reservoir.

Career Highlights: Douglas S Rodenkirch has accumulated an impressive total of 34 patents throughout his career. He has made significant advancements in the areas of medical device delivery systems and fluid management technologies.

Collaborations: During his career, Douglas has worked with notable companies such as Hospira, Inc. and Diversey, Inc. His collaborations with coworkers like Jesse Darley and Stephen Andrew Latham have been instrumental in bringing innovative ideas to fruition.

Conclusion: Douglas S Rodenkirch's dedication to innovation and his numerous patents reflect his commitment to pushing the boundaries of medical technology and fluid management systems. His contributions have undoubtedly made a lasting impact in the field.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.