F Stuart Foster

This inventor holds 15 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent, primarily in Ultrasound Imaging. Top assignees: Fujifilm Sonosite, Inc., Visualsonics Inc., Fujifilm Visualsonics, Inc.. Active years: 1993-2023.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: F Stuart Foster. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/f-stuart-foster

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

Calculating rank

USPTO Granted Patents = 15 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 86.7

CIPO Patents = 1 (Patent Applications = 2)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.1

ph-index = 7

Forward Citations = 229(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

4 out of 236

Fujifilm Sonosite, Inc.

Fujifilm Visualsonics, Inc.

patents

4. 2 out of 8

Sunnybrook Health Science Centre

Hewlett-Packard Company

patents

7. 1 out of 34

Humphrey Instruments Incorporated

patents

8. 1 out of 11

Sunnybrook and Women's College Health Sciences Centre

patents

9. 1 out of 51

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

patents

10. 1 out of 85

Sunnybrook Research Institute

patents

11. 1 out of 834,601

Other

patents

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 1993-2023

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Areas of Expertise:

Ultrasound Imaging

Piezocomposite Transducers

Therapeutic Ultrasound

High Frequency Arrays

Contrast Agents

ECG-triggered Imaging

Arrayed Transducers

Real Time Imaging

Transducer Manufacturing

Imaging Systems

Plane Wave Technology

High Frame-rate

15 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11583253 - Dual frequency plane wave ultrasound imaging system (2023-02-21),

2. 10071267 - Method, system and use for therapeutic ultrasound (2018-09-11),

3. 9997696 - Methods of manufacturing high frequency piezocomposite ultrasound transducers (2018-06-12),

4. 9789344 - Method, system and use for therapeutic ultrasound (2017-10-17),

5. RE46185 - High frequency array ultrasound system (2016-10-24),

6. 8827907 - High frequency, high frame-rate ultrasound imaging system (2014-09-09),

7. 8823246 - High frequency piezocomposite transducer pillars (2014-09-02),

8. 8708909 - High frequency ultrasound imaging using contrast agents (2014-04-29),

9. 8310133 - High frequency piezocomposite with triangular cross-sectional shaped pillars (2012-11-13),

10. 7901358 - High frequency array ultrasound system (2011-03-08),

11. 7830069 - Arrayed ultrasonic transducer (2010-11-09),

12. 7674228 - System and method for ECG-triggered retrospective color flow ultrasound imaging (2010-03-09),

13. 7230368 - Arrayed ultrasonic transducer (2007-06-12),

14. 5412854 - Method of making a high frequency focused transducer (1995-05-09),

15. 5211168 - Moving electrode transducer for real time ultrasound imaging for use in (1993-05-18),

Title: The Innovative Journey of F. Stuart Foster

Introduction: F. Stuart Foster is a renowned inventor based in Toronto, Canada, known for his groundbreaking contributions to the field of medical imaging and ultrasound technology.

Latest Patents: F. Stuart Foster holds several patents related to advanced ultrasound imaging techniques and devices, showcasing his continuous dedication to innovation in the healthcare industry.

Career Highlights: With a career spanning over three decades, F. Stuart Foster has held key positions in leading research institutions and universities, where he has spearheaded numerous projects that have significantly advanced the field of medical imaging.

Collaborations: Throughout his career, F. Stuart Foster has collaborated with top researchers, scientists, and medical professionals globally, fostering a culture of innovation and knowledge exchange in the field of ultrasound technology.

Conclusion: F. Stuart Foster's relentless pursuit of innovation and his passion for pushing the boundaries of medical imaging have solidified his reputation as a pioneering inventor in the healthcare industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.