Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2014-2020
Title: Innovations by Israel Schur
Introduction
Israel Schur is a notable inventor based in Teaneck, NJ, who has made significant contributions to the field of medical devices. With a total of 10 patents to his name, Schur has focused on developing innovative solutions for treating lesions in body lumens.
Latest Patents
One of Schur's latest patents is a cutting wire assembly for use with a catheter. This invention outlines a method for treating a lesion in a body lumen to enlarge a passageway. The process involves inserting a plurality of cutting members and a tracking member through a first lumen of a catheter. After withdrawing the catheter from the cutting members and tracking member, the catheter is inserted over the tracking member, leaving the cutting members outside the catheter. A portion of the catheter is then expanded to move the cutting members into contact with the lesion. Additionally, a device for treating a lesion in a body lumen, which includes a plurality of cutting members and a tracking member, is also provided.
Another patent by Schur describes a similar cutting wire assembly for use with a catheter. This method also aims to treat a lesion in a body lumen by inserting a cutting member and tracking member through a first lumen of a catheter. The catheter is withdrawn from the cutting member and tracking member, and then reinserted over the tracking member, leaving the cutting member outside the catheter. The catheter is expanded to bring the cutting member into contact with the lesion, along with a device for treating a lesion that includes a cutting member and tracking member.
Career Highlights
Throughout his career, Israel Schur has worked with various companies, including Rex Medical, L.P. and his own company, Schur, Israel. His work has focused on advancing medical technology and improving patient outcomes through innovative device design.
Collaborations
Some of Schur's notable coworkers include James Frederick McGuckin and James Erich Bressler. Their collaborative efforts have contributed to the development of advanced medical solutions.
Conclusion
Israel Schur's innovative work in the field of medical devices, particularly in catheter technology, showcases his commitment to improving healthcare solutions. His patents reflect a deep understanding of medical challenges and a dedication to finding effective treatments.