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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8172576 | Decision support system for simulating execution of an executable clinical guideline A system and method are provided for performing a simulation of patient treatment using at least one executable clinical guideline. The method includes the steps of: providing for getting a selected start point associated with a step of a guideline, wherein the star... | 05/08/2012 |
| 8157567 | Endoscope simulation apparatus and system and method using the same to perform simulation An endoscope simulation apparatus aims to offer improved simulation, a simpler structure and can be fabricated at lower costs. The endoscope simulation apparatus comprises a bracing rack, a spheroid and a controlling bar. The spheroid is held in the bracing rack and... | 04/17/2012 |
| 8128411 | Device for checking anesthesia and ventilation units Apparatus for checking anaesthesia and ventilation devices, in the form of a test lung, comprising a lung sac, elastically deformable lobes, an inlet nozzle and adjustment means for adjusting the simulation parameters, the test lung being in the form of a compact un... | 03/06/2012 |
| 8113844 | Method, system, and computer-readable recording medium for synchronous multi-media recording and playback with end user control of time, data, and event visualization for playback control over a network A system and system are provided for providing synchronous multimedia recording and playback. Aspects the exemplary embodiment include in response to a training session is being conducted, synchronously recording in real-time simulator data from a simulator captured... | 02/14/2012 |
| 8096811 | Computer architecture and process of user evaluation The present invention is generally related to a computer architecture and process for evaluating and reporting on a user's competence in managing a simulation of a complex system modeled in a computer based testing and training system. The simulation may be called a... | 01/17/2012 |
| 8092226 | Game for educating users regarding medical conditions A game is provided for teaching users about conditions affecting the human body. The game may include a game zone representing a body inflicted with a condition, a number of opponents representing attributes of the condition, and at least one character representing ... | 01/10/2012 |
| 8047850 | Training tourniquet and method of use A training tourniquet for use in training a user or another person, such as a medic, includes a non-functioning tensioning mechanism to model application of developing a tensile force in a strap of a tourniquet. The training tourniquet has particular application to ... | 11/01/2011 |
| 8021160 | Learning assessment method and device using a virtual tutor Disclosed is a learning assessment method and device using a virtual tutor. The device comprises at least one action acquisition module, a virtual tutor synthesis module, and a learning assessment module. The method captures and analyzes a first and a second action-... | 09/20/2011 |
| 8007281 | Laparoscopic and endoscopic trainer including a digital camera with multiple camera angles A videoendoscopic surgery training system includes a housing defining a practice volume in which a simulated anatomical structure is disposed. Surgical instruments can be inserted into the practice volume to access the anatomical structure. A digital video camera is... | 08/30/2011 |
| 8002553 | Sleep quality data collection and evaluation A sleep quality assessment approach involves collecting data based on detected physiological or non-physiological patient conditions. At least one of detecting patient conditions and collecting data is performed using an implantable device. Sleep quality may be eval... | 08/23/2011 |
| 7997903 | Medical training apparatus A medical training apparatus comprises a frame defining a work space simulating a body cavity and having an access opening to allow introduction of a medical instrument to the working space from externally of the working space. A sensor platform is rotationally moun... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7997904 | Obstetrics simulation and training method and system In the modern practice of obstetrics, the military is in the position of having experts in both simulation training for obstetric emergencies and teamwork training. The military has the potential to train better and provide the safest environment possible with these... | 08/16/2011 |
| 7963770 | Surgical-training device and method of manufacturing the same A surgical-training device for measuring roughness (non-delicate manipulation) during a simulated-surgical technique is described. The device has a housing, a platform, and a sensor module. The platform is movably coupled to the housing, and is configured for three-... | 06/21/2011 |
| 7931470 | Interface device and method for interfacing instruments to medical procedure simulation systems An interface device and method for interfacing instruments to a medical procedure simulation system serve to interface peripherals in the form of mock medical instruments to the medical procedure simulation system computer to enable simulation of medical procedures.... | 04/26/2011 |
| 7878811 | Method and system for providing timely performance evaluations to medical students or trainees A method and system for providing performance evaluations, on a timely basis, to students or trainees, is provided. In one contemplated embodiment, the inventive method and system are used in health care training programs to form an information feedback loop whereby... | 02/01/2011 |
| 7866983 | Surgical simulator system Disclosed is a surgical simulator for teaching, practicing, and evaluating surgical techniques. Such a simulator may comprise a cassette of organs, blood vessels, and tissues that may be disposable. The simulator also comprises a hemodynamic simulator and a frame as... | 01/11/2011 |
| 7837473 | Surgical training device and method A surgical training device and method. The surgical training device can include a portable case including a base and a lid. The surgical training device can include a support coupled to the base, and the support can be moveable from a first position stored within th... | 11/23/2010 |
| 7824184 | Integrated central manifold for orthopedic simulator An orthopedic simulator is provided with an integral central manifold that provides internal routing of pressurized hydraulic fluid, compressed air, or electrical power to the actuators of the orthopedic simulator. The integral manifold is structurally coupled to su... | 11/02/2010 |
| 7815436 | Surgical simulation interface device and method An interface device capable of communicating with a computer running a simulation program, such as a surgical simulation program, comprises an instrument capable of being manipulated by a user. The instrument is receivable within an orifice in an instrument receivin... | 10/19/2010 |
| 7802990 | Laparoscopic camera navigation trainer A system for training users of laparoscopic cameras includes geometric targets disposed in spaced relation upon a base such that acquiring a laparoscopic view of each geometric target requires a change in the orientation of a laparoscopic camera. Each geometric targ... | 09/28/2010 |
| 7682155 | Training device for an automatic injector A resettable training device and method for training a user on the operation of an auto-injector for dispensing a medicament are provided. The user can operate the training device to simulate an auto-injector operation and then reset the training device to repeat th... | 03/23/2010 |
| 7670143 | Model for demonstrating pathological physiological conditions A model for demonstrating a physiological condition of a part of a being includes a chamber with a transparent wall, and first and second components located in the chamber and configured to represent the part of the being and a substance capable of affecting the nor... | 03/02/2010 |
| 7665995 | Medical training simulator including contact-less sensors A medical training simulator includes contact-less sensors and corresponding detection objects, configured to enable sensor data collected during a training exercise to be used to evaluate the performance of the training exercise. The simulator includes a simulated ... | 02/23/2010 |
| 7658611 | Interactive patient education system Interactive patient education system for use in operatory or office settings, provides interactive 3-D animations, graphics and other media, enabling real-time markup and customization to better illustrate and communicate not only generic information, but the indivi... | 02/09/2010 |
| 7651332 | Functional and anatomical delivery simulator A delivery simulator may include a fetal system comprising at least a fetal head. The fetal system may be configured to simulate the behavior of at least one part of a fetus, a maternal system configured to simulate the behavior of at least one part of a mother's bo... | 01/26/2010 |
| 7648367 | Anatomical models and methods for training and demonstration of medical procedures Anatomical models representing one or more anatomical structures of a human or non-human animal and related methods for demonstrating, training, promotion and sale of medical, cosmetic and surgical products or procedures. A working device is inserted into the anatom... | 01/19/2010 |
| 7621749 | Kit, injectable object, aids and a method of using them for practicing hypodermic needle insertion techniques A kit, a needle receiving object and aids, as well as a method of using them, are disclosed for practicing hypodermic needle insertion techniques. At least one aid is disclosed for use with a needle receiving object to facilitate practicing needle insertions. The ai... | 11/24/2009 |
| 7594815 | Laparoscopic and endoscopic trainer including a digital camera A videoendoscopic surgery training system includes a housing defining a practice volume in which a simulated anatomical structure is disposed. Openings in the housing enable surgical instruments inserted into the practice volume to access the anatomical structure. A... | 09/29/2009 |
| 7572127 | Operating room educational television “OREDUTV”. An apparatus for viewing information includes a wireless interactive monitor including a screen for displaying the information and adapted to receive the information wirelessly and a surgeon scrub sink for allowing a surgeon to sterilize the hands of the surgeon, po... | 08/11/2009 |
| 7520749 | Interventional simulation device The present invention relates to a device (100) in a simulation system for simulating an interventional operation. The device (100) is arranged to receive a number of real instruments, preferably at least two. The device (100) comprises a number... | 04/21/2009 |
| 7510398 | Apparatus for simulating a pulse and heart beat and methods for using same to train medical professionals A simulation apparatus and teaching system utilizing the apparatus are disclosed which includes a computer with input and output devices and a simulation apparatus including a housing, where the housing includes a tactile output subsystem for simulating pressure pul... | 03/31/2009 |
| 7500853 | Mechanical interface for a computer system A mechanical interface for providing high bandwidth and low noise mechanical input and output for computer systems. A gimbal mechanism includes multiple members that are pivotally coupled to each other to provide two revolute degrees of freedom to a user manipulatab... | 03/10/2009 |
| 7455523 | Medical simulation system and method A portable medical simulation system and method employs an artificial patient with a built-in haptic interface device, with up to four carriages for engaging different diameter catheters. A catheter stabilizer between each carriage expands and contracts in an accord... | 11/25/2008 |
| 7424139 | Virtual cosmetic and reconstructive systems, methods, and apparatuses The virtual surgery systems, methods, and apparatuses that provide for the prediction, evaluation, and validation of various cosmetic and reconstructive surgical procedures. The virtual surgery systems, methods, and apparatuses utilize a scanner, measurement softwar... | 09/09/2008 |
| 7404715 | Device for simulating a rod-shaped surgical instrument for generating a feedback signal The invention relates to a device for simulating a rod-shaped virtual surgical instrument, in particular for simulating an endoscopic instrument comprising a handle. Said device is provided with a virtual trocar and is equipped with force feedback apparatus. The for... | 07/29/2008 |
| 7404716 | Interface apparatus with cable-driven force feedback and four grounded actuators A system for providing realistic sensation within a simulation system by providing tactile (haptic) feedback to a user. The system includes an engageable practice tool that the user engages and a mechanical simulation apparatus coupled to the practice tool. The mech... | 07/29/2008 |
| 7386432 | Web simulator A method of providing a software application to different network clients from a server including maintaining one or more sets of state data, each set of state data describing the state of an instance of an application, each instance of an application corresponding ... | 06/10/2008 |
| 7371068 | System and method for improved surgical workflow development A system and method for an improved surgical workflow development includes creating and editing a modifiable module used to direct a medical procedure through a sequence of images and functions included in the module. A plurality of users may review and/or evaluate ... | 05/13/2008 |
| 7371067 | Simulation method for designing customized medical devices The invention provides a system for virtually designing a medical device conformed for use with a specific patient. Using the system, a three-dimensional geometric model of a patient-specific body cavity or lumen is reconstructed from scanned volume images such as o... | 05/13/2008 |
| 7373377 | Interactive virtual thematic environment The present invention is directed to a method of integrating information, including real-time information, into a virtual thematic environment using a computer system, including accessing the stored information from a database or downloading the real-time informatio... | 05/13/2008 |
