This inventor holds 4 USPTO granted patents. Top assignee: St. Jude Medical Ab. Active years: 2014-2016.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2014-2016
Title: Innovations by Sara Hallander
Introduction
Sara Hallander is a prominent inventor based in Alvsjö, Sweden. She has made significant contributions to the field of medical technology, particularly in the development of implantable devices. With a total of 4 patents to her name, Hallander's work is recognized for its innovative approach to improving patient care.
Latest Patents
One of her latest patents is a medical implantable lead with fixation detection. This lead features a helix at the distal end of a rotatable shaft. Prior to implantation, the helix is configured with an electrically active surface coated with an electrically insulative layer made of a biologically dissolvable material, rendering it electrically inactive. Once the helix is fixed into an organ, it maintains this first configuration while a pin detects proper fixation. After fixation, the helix transitions to a second configuration, exposing the electrically active surface as the insulative layer dissolves.
Another notable patent by Hallander is also a medical implantable lead with fixation detection. This design includes an electrically controlled switch at the proximal end of the rotatable shaft. The switch has two configurations: the first connects a first electric conductor to a second for activating the pin, while the second connects the first conductor to the rotatable shaft for activating the helix. Proper fixation is determined by switching the electrically controlled switch to the first configuration, making the pin active and deactivating the helix. Once fixation is confirmed, the switch is then set to the second configuration, activating the helix and deactivating the pin.
Career Highlights
Sara Hallander has established herself as a key figure in the medical device industry. Her innovative designs have the potential to enhance the effectiveness of medical implants, ultimately improving patient outcomes.
Collaborations
Hallander collaborates with various professionals in her field, including her coworker Marcus Helgesson. Their combined expertise contributes to the advancement of medical technology.
Conclusion
Sara Hallander's contributions to medical technology through her patents demonstrate her commitment to innovation and improving healthcare solutions. Her work continues to influence the development of advanced medical devices.