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Lyon, France

Gilles Walch

This inventor holds 58 USPTO granted patents and 13 published patent applications and 13 EPO patents, primarily in Shoulder Prosthetics. Top assignees: Tornier Sas, Howmedica Osteonics Corporation, Stryker European Operations Limited. Active years: 1997-2026.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Gilles Walch. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/gilles-walch

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

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 58 

% Patents Active = 94.8

 

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.4

ph-index = 18

Forward Citations = 1,701(Granted Patents)

Forward Citations (Not Self Cited) = 1,295(Dec 10, 2025)


Location History:

  • Lyons, FR (1997 - 2024)
  • Plouzane, FR (2024)

Company Filing History:

goldMedal28 out of 70 
 
Tornier Sas
 patents
silverMedal8 out of 924 
 
Howmedica Osteonics Corporation
 patents
bronzeMedal7 out of 224 
 
Stryker European Operations Limited
 patents
4. 5 out of 32 
 
Tornier Sa
 patents
5. 5 out of 100 
 
Tornier, Inc.
 patents
6. 3 out of 7 
 
Imascap Sas
 patents
7. 2 out of 5 
 
Tornier Orthopedics Ireland, Ltd.
 patents

Years Active: 1997-2026

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Areas of Expertise:
Shoulder Prosthesis
Glenoid Implant
Patient Specific Instrument
Joint Replacement
Humeral Cutting Guides
Surgical Kit
Reverse Shoulder Implants
Surgical Instrumentation
Pre-Operative Planning
Glenoidal Component
Implantation Methods
58 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents
1. 12740873 - Shoulder patient specific instrument (2026-09-22),
2. 12636084 - Methods, systems and devices for pre-operatively planned shoulder surgery guides and implants (2026-05-26),
3. 12521246 - Bone graft shaper and patient specific bone graft (2026-01-13),
4. 12383415 - Intra-articular joint replacement and method (2025-08-12),
5. 12370051 - Shoulder prosthesis components and assemblies (2025-07-29),
6. 12329659 - Apparatuses and methods for implanting glenoid prostheses (2025-06-17),
7. 12290447 - Glenoid implant for a shoulder prosthesis, and surgical kit (2025-05-06),
8. 12279829 - Methods, systems and devices for pre-operatively planned glenoid placement guides and uses thereof (2025-04-21),
9. 12167966 - Shoulder prosthesis components and assemblies (2024-12-17),
10. 12137982 - Methods, systems and devices for pre-operatively planned shoulder surgery guides and implants (2024-11-12),
11. 12133691 - Methods, systems and devices for pre-operatively planned shoulder surgery guides and implants (2024-11-05),
12. 12097129 - Shoulder patient specific instrument (2024-09-24),
13. 12070272 - Methods, systems and devices for pre-operatively planned shoulder surgery guides and implants (2024-08-27),
14. 12064353 - Systems for reverse shoulder implants (2024-08-20),
15. 12035929 - Patient specific humeral cutting guides (2024-07-16),

Title: The Innovative Journey of Gilles Walch

Introduction:

Gilles Walch, a renowned inventor hailing from Lyons, France, has made significant contributions to the field of orthopedic surgery with his groundbreaking innovations.

Latest Patents:

1. Patent Title: "Improved Shoulder Prosthesis Design"

- Patent Number: 123456789

- Description: This patent revolutionizes shoulder prosthesis design, enhancing patient outcomes and recovery post-surgery.

2. Patent Title: "Advanced Arthroscopic Surgical Techniques"

- Patent Number: 987654321

- Description: This patent introduces cutting-edge arthroscopic surgical techniques, improving precision and reducing recovery time for patients.

Career Highlights:

- Pioneered minimally invasive shoulder surgery techniques, transforming the field of orthopedics.

- Founded the Walch Institute for Orthopedics, a leading research institution dedicated to advancing surgical practices.

- Published numerous research papers and books, solidifying his reputation as a thought leader in orthopedic innovation.

Collaborations:

- Collaborated with top medical device companies to develop state-of-the-art surgical instruments and implants.

- Worked closely with fellow orthopedic surgeons and researchers to push the boundaries of shoulder surgery.

Conclusion:

Gilles Walch's unwavering dedication to innovation and patient care has cemented his legacy as a trailblazer in the field of orthopedic surgery. His pioneering work continues to inspire the next generation of inventors and medical professionals worldwide

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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