Paul R Hess is an inventor based in Snellville, GA (US). He is known for his contributions to medical technology, particularly in the field of lithotripsy and ureteroscopy. Although he currently holds no granted patents, his innovative ideas are reflected in his latest patent applications.

Latest Patent Applications

One of his notable applications is for a system titled "Lithotripsy Laser Spectroscopy in Situ." This medical system includes devices and methods for performing laser lithotripsy procedures on patients. The system features a medical device with optical fibers designed for advancement along a patient's urinary tract. It includes a console with processors that project coherent light onto kidney stones, receive reaction light signals, and process these signals to determine the material composition of the stones. The system is also capable of fragmenting the stones based on their composition.

Another significant application is for an "Augmented Reality Ureteroscope System." This system includes a ureteroscope designed for insertion into a patient's urinary tract. It features an image processing module that provides video images with transient objects removed for better visibility of persistent objects. The system can perform operations such as object tracking, highlighting, and sizing, enhancing the effectiveness of lithotripsy procedures.

Conclusion

Paul R Hess is an innovative inventor whose work in medical technology aims to improve patient care through advanced systems and methods. His latest patent applications reflect his commitment to enhancing medical procedures and outcomes.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.