James Carl Makous from 2290 Hillyer St, Carlsbad, CA 92008, age 61

Us Patents

Treatment Of Pathologic Craving And Aversion Syndromes And Eating Disorders By Electrical Brain Stimulation And/Or Drug Infusion
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US Patent:

7493171, Feb 17, 2009
Filed:

May 27, 2005
Appl. No.:

11/140152
Inventors:

Todd K Whitehurst - Santa Clarita CA, US
James C Makous - Santa Clarita CA, US
Rafael Carbunaru - Studio City CA, US
Kristen N Jaax - Saugus CA, US
Assignee:

Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corp. - Valencia CA
International Classification:

A61N 1/00
US Classification:

607 58, 607 45, 128898
Abstract:

Systems and methods for introducing one or more stimulating drugs and/or applying electrical stimulation to the brain to at least treat or prevent obesity and/or other eating disorders, as well as drug, nicotine and alcohol addiction, uses at least one system control unit (SCU) producing electrical pulses delivered via electrodes implanted in the brain and/or producing drug infusion pulses, wherein the stimulating drug(s) are delivered to targeted areas in the brain.

Methods And Systems For Facilitating Stimulation Of One Or More Stimulation Sites
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US Patent:

7848803, Dec 7, 2010
Filed:

Mar 26, 2007
Appl. No.:

11/728816
Inventors:

Kristen N. Jaax - Santa Clarita CA, US
James C. Makous - Santa Clarita CA, US
Laurence Dale Watkins - London, GB
Daniel S. Bennett - Broomfield CO, US
Assignee:

Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation - Valencia CA
International Classification:

A61N 1/372
US Classification:

607 2
Abstract:

Methods of facilitating stimulation of a stimulation site within a patient include implanting a distal portion of a first stimulating member such that the distal portion of the first stimulating member is in communication with a first stimulation site located within a patient, securing the distal portion of the first stimulating member at a first securing site with a first securing device positioned proximal to the first stimulation site, forming a first loop of at least 360 degrees with a portion of the first stimulating member proximal to the first securing device, securing the first loop with a second securing device at a second securing site having a position that is greater than or equal to substantially 180 degrees but less than or equal to substantially 315 degrees along the first loop from the first securing site, and positioning the second securing device and a stimulator to be coupled to a proximal end of the first stimulating member to maintain a curve in the first stimulating member of at least 45 degrees between the second securing device and the stimulator.

Implant Tool For Use With A Microstimulator
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US Patent:

7857819, Dec 28, 2010
Filed:

Nov 30, 2006
Appl. No.:

11/565564
Inventors:

Kristen N. Jaax - Santa Clarita CA, US
Rafael Carbunaru - Studio City CA, US
James C. Makous - Santa Clarita CA, US
Todd K. Whitehurst - Santa Clarita CA, US
Meredith L. Anderson - Clifton Park NY, US
Anne M. Pianca - Santa Monica CA, US
Assignee:

Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation - Valencia CA
International Classification:

A61N 1/00
US Classification:

606129
Abstract:

A stimulation system is described that includes an implantable microstimulator. A tail may be coupled to a distal end of the implantable microstimulator. In one embodiment, the stimulation system includes an implantation tool that includes an insertion cannula, a handle, a bushing, and a detachable blunt dissector tip. The bushing is situated within the insertion cannula and may position the implantable microstimulator longitudinally within the insertion cannula when the implantable microstimulator is placed within the insertion cannula. The detachable blunt dissector tip may be attached to the tail of the implantable microstimulator. The stimulation system may further comprise an end cap that includes an upper portion and a base portion conformable over at least a portion of curved tissue. An open trough extends through the base upper portions and may be configured to guide the implantation tool through the tissue at various angles.

Methods And Systems For Facilitating Stimulation Of One Or More Stimulation Sites
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US Patent:

8224451, Jul 17, 2012
Filed:

Nov 17, 2010
Appl. No.:

12/948416
Inventors:

Kristen N. Jaax - Santa Clarita CA, US
James C. Makous - Santa Clarita CA, US
Laurence Dale Watkins - London, GB
Daniel S. Bennett - Broomfield CO, US
Assignee:

Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation - Valencia CA
International Classification:

A61N 1/36
US Classification:

607 45
Abstract:

Methods of facilitating stimulation of a stimulation site within a patient include implanting a distal portion of a first stimulating member such that the distal portion of the first stimulating member is in communication with a first stimulation site located within a patient, securing the distal portion of the first stimulating member at a first securing site with a first securing device positioned proximal to the first stimulation site, forming a first loop of at least 360 degrees with a portion of the first stimulating member proximal to the first securing device, securing the first loop with a second securing device at a second securing site having a position that is greater than or equal to substantially 180 degrees but less than or equal to substantially 315 degrees along the first loop from the first securing site, and positioning the second securing device and a stimulator to be coupled to a proximal end of the first stimulating member to maintain a curve in the first stimulating member of at least 45 degrees between the second securing device and the stimulator.

Method And Apparatus To Enhance Communication In The Operating Room
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US Patent:

8320600, Nov 27, 2012
Filed:

Jul 21, 2009
Appl. No.:

12/506938
Inventors:

Todd K. Whitehurst - Valencia CA, US
Rafael Carbunaru - Valley Village CA, US
Kristen Jaax - Santa Clara CA, US
James Makous - Santa Clarita CA, US
Courtney Lane - Ventura CA, US
Mark Pierre - Chicago IL, US
Cliff Brainard - Valencia CA, US
Assignee:

Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation - Valencia CA
International Classification:

H04R 11/04
US Classification:

381361, 381 77, 381 79, 381 87, 381301, 381 26, 600546, 600407, 600559
Abstract:

A communication system is provided for a patient featuring a cushion with an opening for receiving the face of the patient. The cushion includes a microphone for receiving audible signals from the patient and one or more speakers for delivering audible signals to the patient. The microphone and speaker(s) are integrated with the cushion to avoid interfering with the comfort of the patient. In one embodiment, the audible signals are delivered to and from the patient via a communication port. In another embodiment, the system includes a display device, so the patient may view parts of the patient's body on the device and then communicate with system operators through the microphone and speaker(s).

Engagement Tool For Implantable Medical Devices
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US Patent:

8364280, Jan 29, 2013
Filed:

Jul 21, 2009
Appl. No.:

12/506890
Inventors:

Goran N. Marnfeldt - Hollviken, SE
Rafael Carbunaru - Valley Village CA, US
Kelly H. McClure - Simi Valley CA, US
Matthew I. Haller - Valley Village CA, US
Tom Xiaohai He - Simi Valley CA, US
Todd K. Whitehurst - Valencia CA, US
Meredith L. Anderson - Newhall CA, US
James C. Makous - Santa Clarita CA, US
Kristen N. Jaax - Santa Clara CA, US
Peter K. Johnson - Newhall CA, US
Assignee:

Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation - Valencia CA
International Classification:

A61N 1/00
US Classification:

607116
Abstract:

Systems for adjusting a position of an implanted medical device within a patient include an engagement tool configured to couple to the implanted medical device. The engagement tool adjusts the position of the medical device when coupled to the implanted medical device. Methods of adjusting a position of an implanted medical device within a patient include locating the implanted medical device, coupling an engagement tool to the medical device, and adjusting a position of the engagement tool to adjust the position of the medical device.

Methods And Systems For Stimulation As A Therapy For Erectile Dysfunction
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US Patent:

20050240229, Oct 27, 2005
Filed:

May 31, 2005
Appl. No.:

11/141443
Inventors:

Tood Whitehurst - Santa Clarita CA, US
James McGivern - Stevenson Ranch CA, US
Kristen Jaax - Saugus CA, US
James Makous - Santa Clarita CA, US
International Classification:

A61N001/00
US Classification:

607002000
Abstract:

Systems and methods for stimulating tissue affecting the penis to treat erectile dysfunction may include stimulation using at least one implantable system control unit (SCU).

Engagement Tool For Implantable Medical Devices
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US Patent:

20050267555, Dec 1, 2005
Filed:

May 24, 2005
Appl. No.:

11/136938
Inventors:

Goran Marnfeldt - Hollviken, SE
Rafael Carbunaru - Studio City CA, US
Kelly McClure - Simi Valley CA, US
Matthew Haller - Valley Village CA, US
Tom He - Simi Valley CA, US
Todd Whitehurst - Santa Clarita CA, US
Meredith Anderson - Newhall CA, US
James Makous - Santa Clarita CA, US
Kristen Jaax - Saugus CA, US
Peter Johnson - Newhall CA, US
International Classification:

A61N001/00
US Classification:

607116000
Abstract:

Systems for adjusting a position of an implanted medical device within a patient include an engagement tool configured to couple to the implanted medical device. The engagement tool adjusts the position of the medical device when coupled to the implanted medical device. Methods of adjusting a position of an implanted medical device within a patient include locating the implanted medical device, coupling an engagement tool to the medical device, and adjusting a position of the engagement tool to adjust the position of the medical device.