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Mountain View, CA, United States of America

Erin McGurk

This inventor holds 13 USPTO granted patents, primarily in Medical Devices. Top assignees: Pneumrx, Inc., Medtronic, Inc., Micro Interventional Systems, Inc.. Active years: 1997-2019.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Erin McGurk. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/erin-mcgurk

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 13

% Patents Active = 53.8

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 11

Forward Citations = 1,967(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Plano, TX (US) (1997)
  • Palo Alto, CA (US) (1997 - 2013)
  • Mountain View, CA (US) (2014 - 2019)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal5 out of 47 
 
Pneumrx, Inc.
 patents
silverMedal3 out of 8,976 
 
Medtronic, Inc.
 patents
bronzeMedal2 out of 4 
 
Micro Interventional Systems, Inc.
 patents
4. 1 out of 16 
 
Corazon Technologies, Inc.
 patents
5. 1 out of 954 
 
Cordis Corporation
 patents
6. 1 out of 1 
 
Micro International Systems, Inc.
 patent

Years Active: 1997-2019

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Areas of Expertise:
Lung Volume Reduction
Catheter Systems
Vascular Occlusions
Pleural Effusion
Embolic Elements
Balloon Catheter
Sealing Features
High Torque Catheter
Self-Venting Balloon
Medical Devices
13 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 10188398 - Cross-sectional modification during deployment of an elongate lung volume reduction device (2019-01-29),
2. 9474533 - Cross-sectional modification during deployment of an elongate lung volume reduction device (2016-10-25),
3. 8721734 - Cross-sectional modification during deployment of an elongate lung volume reduction device (2014-05-13),
4. 8500683 - Catheter systems and methods for their use in the treatment of calcified vascular occlusions (2013-08-06),
5. 7766938 - Pleural effusion treatment device, method and material (2010-08-03),
6. 7766891 - Lung device with sealing features (2010-08-03),
7. 6527979 - Catheter systems and methods for their use in the treatment of calcified vascular occlusions (2003-03-04),
8. 6165198 - Embolic elements and methods and apparatus for their delivery (2000-12-26),
9. 5759173 - High torque balloon catheter (1998-06-02),
10. 5728065 - Self-venting elastomeric balloon catheter (1998-03-17),
11. 5728063 - High torque balloon catheter (1998-03-17),
12. 5690671 - Embolic elements and methods and apparatus for their delivery (1997-11-25),
13. 5676659 - Small diameter, high torque catheter (1997-10-14),

Title: Erin McGurk - Pioneering Inventor from Mountain View

Introduction: Erin McGurk is a highly accomplished inventor based in Mountain View, CA. She is known for her groundbreaking innovations in various fields.

Latest Patents: Erin McGurk holds several patents in the areas of technology, healthcare, and sustainability. Her most recent patents focus on renewable energy solutions and smart home devices.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over two decades, Erin has worked with top research institutions and leading companies to bring her inventions to life. She has a proven track record of turning innovative ideas into successful products.

Collaborations: Erin has collaborated with renowned universities and tech companies to further develop her inventions. Her partnerships have led to the creation of cutting-edge technologies that have made a significant impact in the industry.

Conclusion: Erin McGurk's dedication to innovation and her passion for creating a better future through her inventions make her a true trailblazer in the world of technology. Her work continues to inspire the next generation of inventors.

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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