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20080199841 | Method to overcome pain and addiction - The present invention is directed to a method of treating pain and addiction in an individual. The mode of treatment is via a class, which combines 1) an alternative to reality through the simulation of real life experience, 2)discussion where individual participants a) identify factors that influenced the characters' and their choices by utilizing a behavior and self diagram, b)Evaluate the opinion of scholars and experts in the field, 3) The use of neuro-linguistic programming excercises to process emotions that have hindered the individual's life. This method provides an individual with alternative choices in life and helps develop positive goals for the future. | 08-21-2008 |
20080220403 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MANAGING DIABETES - A system and method are provided for automatically analyzing data for a patient with type 1 diabetes on insulin pump therapy and recommending appropriate therapeutic adjustments to the patient. In the system and the method, case-based reasoning is used as a primary reasoning modality in determining the therapeutic adjustments. | 09-11-2008 |
20080227070 | Method For Educating A Caregiver About Baby Care And Development - A method of educating a caregiver about baby care and development, wherein said method comprises the steps of preparing a self-contained baby care kit comprising a storage case, said case being suited for an initial use of storing at least one baby care product and a subsequent use of storing at least one subsequent item, at least one baby care product, and at least one educational insert; providing said self-contained baby care kit to a caregiver; and allowing the caregiver to use said kit. | 09-18-2008 |
20080241806 | MEDICAL STUDY SUPPORT APPARATUS AND STUDY LIST DISPLAY METHOD - A medical study support apparatus manages study data, and displays a study list on a monitor screen. In the study list, data items on each study, including patient's personal information such as its name, birth date, sex and address as well as study items such as study ID, study date, study type and progress of study, are displayed in a lined for one case after another. The medical study support apparatus cooperates with an electronic chart apparatus. As chart data of a particular patient is displayed on its monitor, the electronic chart apparatus sends a trigger signal to the medical study support apparatus along with ID data of the particular patient. Upon receipt of the trigger signal and the ID data, the medical study support apparatus conceals the personal information on other patients than the particular patient in the study list. | 10-02-2008 |
20080268412 | Method for Improving Patient Chronic Disease Education - A method to determine, monitor, evaluate, and improve the effectiveness of self-management education for patients with a chronic disease. The present disclosure discloses that the effectiveness of a patient self-management education program can be determined and improved by evaluating specific standardized patient outcomes at standardized intervals, in particular by evaluating behavior changes in the patient receiving the education. | 10-30-2008 |
20080268413 | Reflexive Education: A Method for Automated Delivery of Educational Material Linked to Objective or Subjective Data - A health management system ( | 10-30-2008 |
20080286734 | Method and Device For Image Quality Accreditation, Hands on Cme, and For Control and Analysis of Accreditation at the Enterprise Level - A method and device for accreditation of a user on an imaging device is described. The method and device can also be used for providing electronic hands-on continuing medical education credits/hours based on proficiency in generating high-quality images. In addition, other medical imaging devices, such as an ultrasound system—in which image quality is dependent on the user professional's ability—can be upgraded using the disclosed methods and devices, thereby allowing the system to automatically freeze an image if it is best-quality rated. Finally, the disclosed invention provides an analysis of accreditation at the enterprise level. | 11-20-2008 |
20080293025 | HEALTHCARE TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A healthcare simulation system includes a mannequin with active physiological characteristics, a display monitor adapted for displaying physiological parameters and a computer for controlling the mannequin and the monitor. A healthcare simulation method includes the steps of programming the computer with healthcare scenarios, operating active characteristics of the mannequin and dynamically displaying physiological parameters corresponding to patient vital signs. | 11-27-2008 |
20080293026 | Surgical training aid apparatus - A surgical training aid apparatus for facilitating the training of medical procedures comprising a housing and an anatomical replicating assembly. The housing includes a tray having a bottom surface and a top surface opposite the bottom surface. The anatomical replicating assembly is positioned upon the top surface of the tray of the housing, and includes a base layer and at least one body component. The base layer has a bottom surface and a top surface, and, overlays a portion of the top surface of the tray of the housing. The base layer further includes a tackiness. The body component is positioned between the top surface of the housing and the bottom surface of the base layer or on the base layer. The body component likewise includes a tackiness. The body component is releasably coupled to the base layer due to the tackiness of the two components, wherein the tackiness is overcome so as to separate the at least one body component relative to the base layer. | 11-27-2008 |
20080293027 | Method of motivating - A method and system for motivating an individual to achieve a goal such as a weight loss goal, is disclosed. An individual sets a weight loss goal. A collector collects a deposit from the individual and takes a first or baseline measurement. The individual attempts to meet the weight loss goal via any means such as dieting, exercise, etc. After a predetermined time, the collector takes a second measurement; preferably the individual's weight. If the individual has met the weight loss goal, at least a portion of the deposit is returned to the individual. If the individual has not met his or her weight loss goal, at least a portion of the deposit is not returned to the individual but is kept by the collector. Additional measurements may be taken at more predetermined times. In addition, individuals may use this system for achieving other goals. | 11-27-2008 |
20080318193 | MEDICAL TRAINING AID DEVICE FOR TRAINING A USER IN RECOGNITION OF THE USER'S BODILY FLUID ANALYTE CONCENTRATION AND CONCENTRATION TRENDS VIA USER-PERCEIVED SENSATIONS - A device for training a user in recognition of the user's bodily fluid analyte concentration and concentration trends (such as the user's whole blood glucose concentration and concentration trends) includes an analyte monitoring module, a control module and a sensation generation module. The analyte monitoring module is configured to monitor the user's bodily fluid analyte concentration and to output a monitor signal corresponding to the user's bodily fluid analyte concentration. The control module is configured to receive the monitor signal, convert the monitor signal into a sensation instruction signal corresponding to the user' bodily fluid analyte concentration, and output the sensation instruction signal. The sensation generation module configured to receive the sensation instruction signal and to generate a user-perceived sensation (e.g., a user-perceived vibratory sensation) corresponding to the user's bodily fluid analyte concentration. Moreover, the user-perceived sensation is proportional to the user's bodily fluid analyte concentration in a predetermined manner and is generated at predetermined time intervals. | 12-25-2008 |
20090017430 | Virtual surgical training tool - Techniques for providing a virtual operating space for performing a virtual surgical procedure. The technique includes generating a three-dimensional view of a virtual operating space comprising one or more virtual objects capable of being manipulated by a user for performing one or more operating steps in a virtual surgical procedure on one or more virtual patients. The technique also includes manipulating the one or more virtual objects in the virtual operating space to perform all or part of a virtual surgical procedure. The technique further includes generating a virtual radiographic image of one or more portions of the virtual patient at least following the performance of one or more steps of the virtual surgical procedure to provide visual feedback to the user regarding the performance of the one or more steps in the virtual surgical procedure. | 01-15-2009 |
20090029331 | Active cutaneous technology - Active cutaneous technology to emulate the cutaneous characteristics of skin in medical training and other applications. Skin color changes are implemented with paint-on, electrically tunable, reflecting material that can conform to a mold, such as a manikin body or consumer product, and will enable the device to simulate skin. For example, skin colors associated with bruises, blue skin or cyanosis, redness from carbon monoxide poisoning or over radiation, and yellow skin from jaundice. Skin texture changes (e.g., goosebumps, rashes, and poxes) are established using tunable topological polymer films that grow in predetermined directions. Hair-raising, or piloerections, are accomplished with polymer-MEMS with varying thermal expansion coefficients on either side of a hair fiber due to anisotropic molecular alignment. These technologies are integrated, addressable and programmable through a control system. | 01-29-2009 |
20090061404 | 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 anatomical structure, at least one contact-less sensor, and at least one detection object. During a training exercise, a spatial relationship between the contact-less sensor and the detection object produces data for evaluating performance of the training exercise. Either the contact-less sensor or the detection object is embedded in the simulated physiological structure, while the other is included in either a support for the simulated physiological structure, or as part of a tool used during the training exercise. Many types of contact-less sensors can be employed, including capacitance sensors, impedance sensors, inductive sensors, and magnetic sensors. | 03-05-2009 |
20090123896 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR HAPTIC SIMULATION - A haptic simulation method determines a location of a needle assembly within a magneto-rheological fluid. The needle assembly within the magneto-rheological fluid is associated with a desired resistance value. A viscosity control signal representative of the desired resistance value is generated. The viscosity control signal is applied to a viscosity control device to vary a viscosity of the magneto-rheological fluid to achieve the desired resistance value. | 05-14-2009 |
20090130641 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING A TEACHING FILE MESSAGE - Certain embodiments present a system for generating a medical teaching file message. An image identifier labels medical images based upon information pertaining to user interaction with the image. The system also provides an image search engine that scans and indexes images within a database based on a set of rules. The image search engine generates a subset of images from a larger group of medical images within a database based upon the rules. The system also includes a supporting data selection engine for accepting a free text search query from an interface. The supporting data selection engine scans medical databases based on the free text search query, and provides the supporting data search results via an interface. A teaching file message is generated either automatically or manually from the subset of images and the supporting data search results for transmission to a teaching file. | 05-21-2009 |
20090130642 | Educational Simulator for Transthoracic Echocardiography - The present invention relates to a simulation device for ultrasonic diagnosis targeting a heart and its object is to provide an educational simulator for transthoracic echocardiography which can run simulations in a feeling like actual ultrasonic diagnosis. The educational simulator for transthoracic echocardiography is composed of a chest phantom with position sensors embedded at prescribed positions beneath the chest surface, a dummy probe in which a magnet is embedded and which is provided with an inclination sensor placed in the acral part, a memory section which stores three-dimensional image data of echocardiography, a CPU which calculates the position, inclination and pressing force of the dummy probe on the basis of information from each said sensor and clips two-dimensional image data from the three-dimensional image data on the basis of the calculation, and a display section which shows the clipped two-dimensional data. | 05-21-2009 |
20090130643 | METHOD FOR SIMULATING A MANUAL INTERVENTIONAL OPERATION BY A USER IN A MEDICAL PROCEDURE - The present invention deals with a method of simulating a manual interventional operation by a user on the internal system of a body with at least two real instruments ( | 05-21-2009 |
20090142739 | LAPAROSCOPIC TRAINER AND METHOD OF TRAINING - A surgical training device for the practice of surgical techniques comprises a base and a face wall extending from a side of said base such to block direct visualisation of the operation area from the normal external position of the eyes of the trainee using the device. The face wall comprises a front wall and an upper wall. The front wall is extended upwardly from the base; the upper wall is then extended upwardly and inwardly from the front wall. A flexible membrane is stretched on upper wall and has at least two portals such that adaptors can be inserted on flexible membrane. The adaptors are further fitted with stoppers to prevent adaptors been pulled out from the membrane during training. The surgical instruments can pass through the openings of adaptors to manipulate simulated tissue or another operable structure on the base. A plain spherical bearing set, including a bearing seat and a plain spherical bearing, is also installed on said upper wall. The bearing seat has a bearing hole to interference fit with plain spherical hearing and two bolt holes to hold bearing seat on upper wall such that a camera handle can pass through plain spherical bearing to catch the image on base. | 06-04-2009 |
20090142740 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR INTERACTIVE PERCUTANEOUS PRE-OPERATION SURGICAL PLANNING - The success of percutaneous radiofrequency ablation mainly depends on the accuracy of the needle insertion, making it possible to destroy the whole tumor, while avoiding damages on other organs and minimizing risks of a local recurrence. This invention presents a simulated 3D environment for user to interactively place a treatment probe to a target position. | 06-04-2009 |
20090176196 | LAPAROSCOPIC APPARATUS - The present invention relates to a laparoscopic apparatus. In particular, it relates to an apparatus for the training of medical professionals, particularly those engaged in the field of laparoscopic surgery. The apparatus comprises a housing; an opening in the housing through which a laparoscopic tool can pass; retaining means in operative association with the opening and adapted to guide the laparoscopic tool through the opening, the retaining means providing resistance to movement of the laparoscopic tool. Accordingly, the present invention provides a realistic surgical experience by mimicking the sensation of carrying out surgical techniques on a patient. | 07-09-2009 |
20090181350 | Medical Device And Procedure Simulation - A device is disclosed that includes an interface member including a material and a manipulandum movable in a degree of freedom. The manipulandum is able to penetrate the material. A sensor is configured to output a position signal based on the position of the manipulandum. An actuator is configured to output haptic feedback by applying a compressive force to the material based on the position signal. In other embodiments, a method is disclosed that includes receiving a position signal associated with a position of a manipulandum, where at least a portion of the manipulandum penetrates the interface material. Haptic feedback is output by varying a density of the interface material based on the position signal. | 07-16-2009 |
20090191529 | Video game-based, immersive, advanced burn care educational module - A video game-based medical simulation is provided. Disclosed embodiments pertain to mass-casualty simulation for burn disaster training. Game-play exercises direct a player through a mass-casualty event where triage management and patient assessment are tested, and then follow the player to a Burn Center where resuscitation through patient monitoring, reassessment, and managing are tested for the critical hours/days of recovery. Complication loops are included in the game system to provide random application of variation in patient response. The complication loops can insert semi-randomness of critical complication occurrences into the game such that patient simulation may vary each time the game is played. | 07-30-2009 |
20090253109 | Haptic Enabled Robotic Training System and Method - A surgical training system comprising: a virtual environment including a virtual model of a surgical site; a trainer's haptic device for controlling a surgical tool in the virtual environment; a trainee's haptic device for controlling the surgical tool in the virtual environment, wherein the trainee's haptic device applies force feedback in dependence on signals received from the trainer's haptic device; and a controller for scaling the force feedback applied by the trainee's haptic device in dependence on a specified scaling value. | 10-08-2009 |
20090258335 | Imaging system simulator - A medical training and simulation system includes a plurality of inanimate objects, each being associated with an identification tag which stores an identification code which uniquely identifies an associated object. A database stores information of the objects. A reader reads a respective identification code of a selected object. An information retrieving processor retrieves the stored information which corresponds to the read identification code of the selected object. A device reproduces at least a portion of the retrieved information of the selected object. | 10-15-2009 |
20090263773 | BREATHING EXERCISE APPARATUS AND METHOD - A breathing exercise apparatus includes (a) a graphical display, (b) input elements for receiving from a user durations for inhalation, exhalation and pause phases of a breathing exercise pattern; and (c) a controller for causing the graphical display to display a sequence of graphical images according to the received durations for the inhalation, the exhalation and the pause phases of the breathing exercise pattern. The breathing exercise apparatus may be implemented on a personal computer by providing on a computer-readable medium instructions executable by the computer that carry out the method which includes (a) receiving from a user durations for inhalation, exhalation and pause phases of a breathing exercise pattern; and (b) displaying on a graphical display a sequence of graphical images according to the received durations for the inhalation, the exhalation and the pause phases of the breathing exercise pattern. In one embodiment, the inhalation phase, the exhalation phase and the pause phase may each be specified more than once and may be arranged in any order the user desired, thereby providing the building blocks for constructing any and practically all possible breathing exercises. | 10-22-2009 |
20090286216 | GEL FOR ULTRASONIC PHANTOM - A gel for an ultrasonic phantom is provided which has satisfactory ultrasonic characteristics, does not fluctuate in ultrasonic characteristics over long, and is free from germ multiplication, alteration, putrefaction, etc. | 11-19-2009 |
20090291421 | SIMULATOR FOR MEDICAL TRAINING WITH DETACHABLE SELF-SEALING HOLLOW MEMBER - Simulator for medical training having at least a detachable, fluid-tight hollow member comprising:
| 11-26-2009 |
20090298030 | Use of Ultrasound Imaging equipment in classroom as a teaching aid - The inventive process named SWITCH is a unique teaching aid for students and teachers of biology to help them better understand the basic concepts and remove the ambiguities left behind by traditional teaching methods. It utilizes a portable ultrasound machine in a class room setting to obtain real time images of internal organs of human/animal body and project them on a big screen while the audience watches. The images so produced are not only vivid and multidimensional but also carry information like organ size, shape, texture, position and physical relationship to other organs in the body. In case of heart and blood vessels the real time images demonstrate exact function of chambers and valves and flow of blood in color from arterial to venous tree. The technique aims at fortifying truthful concepts of systems in a living body from the very basic to advanced levels of biology education. It has been developed in accordance with curricular guidelines for various levels and therefore has different modules dedicated to those levels (high school, colleges, universities, technical training institutes and other professional training institutions). Modules are based on chapters of respective recommended text books and can be utilized at the beginning, during or at the end of a chapter. | 12-03-2009 |
20090298031 | Hyperbilirubinemia management calendar - A hyperbilirubinemia management calendar for use by treating physicians and associated caregivers in treatment of hyperbilirubinemia in newborn infants having a first circular disc imprinted with indicia corresponding to postnatal age in hours and threshold serum levels of bilirubin based on risk levels and risk factors for phototherapy, exchange transfusion and follow up treatment therapies at each of the age in hour increments, and a second circular disc, subdivided into portions representing the phototherapy, exchange transfusion, and follow up stages of hyperbilirubinemia management, with each portion having corresponding indicia for risk levels and risk factors as well as windows to allow view of the threshold serum bilirubin levels imprinted on the first disc pertaining to a selected postnatal age in hours for a certain risk level and risk factor for each hyperbilirubinemia management stage. The second disc is mounted to the first disc to allow rotational movement of the second disc with respect to first disc about their common centers such that when an alignment arrow on the second disc is positioned in line with the actual age in hours of an infant patient as imprinted on circumferential indicia of the first disc, the treating physician will be provided treatment recommendations for each of the hyperbilirubinemia management stages by comparing the actual serum bilirubin levels for the particular infant patient to the threshold serum bilirubin levels for the age in hours and risk factors. | 12-03-2009 |
20090298032 | 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, positioned under the wireless interactive monitor. | 12-03-2009 |
20090305209 | Online protocol/tool for evaluating acne lesions - A web-based protocol/tool to improve the identification and characterization process of evaluators in recognizing and distinguishing acne lesions, included at least the following program activities:
| 12-10-2009 |
20090305210 | System For Robotic Surgery Training - A system according to the invention may include a frame, a computer, a display, and two input devices. The frame may be adjustable, may be made from a lightweight material, and may fold for easier portability. The display and the computer may be in communication with each other and each may be attached to the frame. The display may be a binocular display, or may be a touchscreen display. Additional displays may be used. Two input devices may be used to simulate the master console of a surgical robot. The input devices may be articulated armature devices suitable for providing 3D input. The input devices may be attached to the frame in an “upside-down” configuration wherein a base of each input device is affixed to the frame such that a first joint of an arm is below the base. The input devices may be in communication with the computer and may provide positional signals to the computer. The positional signals may correspond to a position of an arm of each input device. | 12-10-2009 |
20090311655 | SURGICAL PROCEDURE CAPTURE, MODELLING, AND EDITING INTERACTIVE PLAYBACK - A system for generating surgical procedure training media draws upon the realistic data of an actual surgical procedure for realistic training without the risks. A 3D capturing component records three-dimensional model plus imaging data over time of a portion of a patient's body undergoing a surgical procedure. A spatial detection system detects an orientation of a surgical instrument relative to the patient's body during the surgical procedure. A modeling component creates a four-dimensional model (3D model+time) of the portion of the patient's body. Animation such as contingent events, trainee prompts, a virtual surgical instrument, etc., can be added to the model to expand upon the training potential. A user interface processes and edits training media for playback of the four-dimensional model including defining triggers responsive to a trainee simulated surgical inputs to pace sequencing of playback. An interactive player responds to pacing the playback of the editing training media or to a spatially detected simulated surgical instrument held by the student for direct tissue interaction. | 12-17-2009 |
20090311656 | STATE SPACE MODEL OF A HEART - A state space model (SSM), being a computer-calculated model, adapted to represent the pumping and controlling functions of a heart that have been determined by a heart cluster state machine simulating the heart, and optionally the circulatory system, of an individual. The state space model includes two groups of separate interacting state machines, the heart muscle cell state machines and the displacement pump state machines. | 12-17-2009 |
20100003656 | SYSTEMS, METHODS AND DEVICES FOR PAIRED PLASTICITY - Systems, methods and devices for paired training include timing controls so that training and neural stimulation can be provided simultaneously. Paired trainings may include therapies, rehabilitation and performance enhancement training. Stimulations of nerves such as the vagus nerve that affect subcortical regions such as the nucleus basalis, locus coeruleus or amygdala induce plasticity in the brain, enhancing the effects of a variety of therapies, such as those used to treat tinnitus, stroke, traumatic brain injury and post-traumatic stress disorder. | 01-07-2010 |
20100009329 | MEDICAL TECHNIQUE EVALUATION SYSTEM, TECHNIQUE EVALUATION DEVICE, TECHNIQUE EVALUATION DEVICE PROGRAM - A tool for objectively evaluating the technique of a medical treatment such as an operation or a palpation performed by a doctor or a medical student. A medical technique evaluation system comprises a soft material member having an incision made in itself for simulative suture by a trainee such as a doctor or a medical student and elastic deformation by a force acting on the surroundings of the incision, reflective type photointerruptor for measuring the state values in three orthogonal axes according to the elastic deformation of the soft material member and a technique evaluation device for determining the evaluation score of the technique of the suture and ligation on the basis of the measured values from the reflective type photointerruptor. The technique evaluation device substitutes values based on the measured state values in the orthogonal three axes into a predetermined evaluation function to determine the evaluation score. | 01-14-2010 |
20100021875 | Medical Simulation System and Method - A method, apparatus and system for simulating the release of radio opaque dye within a vasculature system. The method, apparatus and system include simulating a vessel tree of the vasculature system for display on a display device, activating a particle-based contrast software effect, and injecting a plurality of physics-based particles into a confined vessel space of said vessel tree. The method and apparatus may also include fading down over a period of time an opacity of each of the physics-based particles and opacifying a portion of a vessel wall. | 01-28-2010 |
20100035222 | 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-dimensional motion relative to the housing. The platform is further configured to move from a start position to a displaced position when a force is applied to the platform as a result of a user performing a simulated-surgical technique on the platform. A sensor module, coupled to the housing, is configured to determine when the platform moves a distance (from the start position to the displaced position) that exceeds a preset-threshold distance. If the preset-threshold distance is exceeded, sensor module indicates (by visual and/or auditory alarms within the device, and/or computerized counting and scoring reports) that the user applied excessive force, and was therefore too rough when performing the simulated-surgical technique. A method of manufacturing a surgical-training device is also provided. | 02-11-2010 |
20100041004 | SURGICAL BURR HOLE DRILLING SIMULATOR - A system, method and device for simulating a medical procedure include a haptic mechanism controllable to provide feedback to a user manipulating a medical device. In an embodiment, a pair of three degree of freedom haptic devices are coupled to provide six degree of freedom measurement and force/moment feedback to the user. The six degree of freedom haptic device may be configured to provide different resolutions for different degrees of freedom, depending on simulation requirements. In an embodiment, a load cell is used to provide higher resolution in a dimension determined to be of greater criticality to realistic simulation. | 02-18-2010 |
20100055656 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING VERBAL AND GRAPHICAL INSTRUCTION FROM A REMOTE HEALTHCARE MONITORING SERVICE HELPDESK - When installing a remote healthcare network system ( | 03-04-2010 |
20100055657 | RADIOGRAPHIC AND ULTRASOUND SIMULATORS - Some embodiments of the invention provide methods of simulating an X-ray machine or an ultrasound machine on a computer to train users. The methods comprise providing a server, in communication with the computer, including a database and a processor and also providing at least one simulator viewing window including a virtual body and a virtual X-ray tube or a virtual ultrasound probe and at least one simulated image viewing window including a simulated radiographic image or a simulated ultrasound image. The method further comprises the processor using the position of the virtual body and the virtual X-ray tube or the virtual ultrasound probe, controlled by the user, to generate the simulated radiographic image or the simulated ultrasound image. | 03-04-2010 |
20100062407 | Device And Methods For Medical Training Using Live Subjects - The present invention generally relates to devices and methods for training medical personnel. Some embodiments of the present invention relate to a medical training device, comprising: at least one modular component, the component comprising a means for mounting the modular component to a portion of a healthy live subject; a means for simulating one or more physiological attributes; and a means for controlling the simulation. | 03-11-2010 |
20100062408 | Training Aid - A training aid for practicing inserting a needle in a vein, the aid including:
| 03-11-2010 |
20100081117 | Personal Hygiene Tutor Device and Method - A Personal Hygiene Tutor Device and Method is disclosed. The device provides automated prompting to tutor children and others in the proper techniques for a showering, hand washing, tooth brushing and other personal hygiene activities. The tutoring method will selectively commence once the user depresses an activation button, and will continue presenting a series of human-perceptible prompts at predetermined time intervals until the selected method is completed. The device has a water-resistant housing such that it can be placed within the shower/bath/lavatory environment. The device further includes internal speakers and/or visual indicators, and an internal power supply. The device is available in a variety of shapes and sizes to capitalize on several different market-driven application scenarios. | 04-01-2010 |
20100081118 | System and Method for Prescribing Patient Education - A system and method for prescribing education is disclosed herein. The system includes an electronic medical record database, a user input device, a content source, and an education engine. The education engine receives a patient physiological condition from the electronic medical records database, patient information from the user input device, and selects medical education content from the content source in order to create a prescribed education plan. A method of treating a patient with prescribed education is also disclosed herein. The method includes the steps of obtaining a patient understanding level, obtaining a patient literacy level, and obtaining a patient physiological condition. The patient physiological condition and understanding level are used select medical education content for the patient education. The patient literacy level is used to select a media for the patient education. A prescribed education plan is created that comprises the selected medical education content and the selected media. | 04-01-2010 |
20100086905 | SIMULATION SYSTEM FOR ARTHROSCOPIC SURGERY TRAINING - The invention relates to a simulator for training in arthroscopic surgery on a joint of a simulated patient, comprising: a data processing unit ( | 04-08-2010 |
20100092936 | Interactive Educational System and Method - A computerized educational method and system that provides educational content using a simulation situation. In one embodiment, one or more medical conditions and a question may be presented about a hypothetical patient using a video display system. The learner may select from a plurality of potential responses to the question. Typically, the plurality of potential responses are categorized into a correct category, a reasonable category, and a wrong category. Upon receiving a selection from the plurality of potential responses, the learner is provided with the category to which the selected response corresponds. | 04-15-2010 |
20100092937 | Interactive Patient Education and Informed Consent 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 individual patient's physiology, treatment options, and anticipated outcomes. Preferred embodiments are portable, computer-implemented, interactive multimedia educational tools. Import of patient-specific graphics, video and audio contributes to full-custom educational content to optimize patient understanding and to facilitate obtaining and recording a patient's informed consent. | 04-15-2010 |
20100112537 | Objects that interact with a user at a visceral level - Objects that interact with a user at a visceral level when the object comes within the user's personal environment. The objects detect a user's visceral behavior, for example breathing pattern or perspiration. In response to the visceral behavior the object simulates a behavior of a living entity such as breathing, or produces an output to which the user responds viscerally, such as an electric field. The form of the output or simulated behavior is determined by the visceral behavior. The output or simulated behavior may be modified to guide the user's visceral behavior, for example by first synchronizing simulated breathing to the user's breathing and then slowing down while the user's breathing is entrained to the simulated breathing. One such object has a skin that is warm to the touch, and simulates breathing with a breathing sound. Another such object produces electric fields like electric fields of the heart. A further such object simulates a purring sound in response to the user's breathing: the form of the purring also depends on sounds in the environment. | 05-06-2010 |
20100159429 | Elastic Hysteretic Palpatory Training Method - A method of hysteretic palpatory training includes providing a wire or a computer controlled actuator having a plunger that hysteretically resists the application of a palpatory force. An increasing palpatory force is applied in a first direction to the wire or the plunger, whereupon the wire or plunger hysteretically resist displacement from a first position to a second position. The palpatory force is then withdrawn whereupon the elasticity of wire or the elasticity emulated by the plunger causes it to return to a position intermediate the first and second positions. The applied palpatory force versus displacement in response to applying and withdrawing the palpatory force to the wire or the plunger is then detected. | 06-24-2010 |
20100167248 | Tracking and training system for medical procedures - A medical procedure training simulator may include a training space. The simulator may also include at least one camera in the training space. The at least one camera may be operable to capture video images of an object in the training space as one or more tasks are performed by at least one user. The simulator may also include a computer operable to receive the video images. The computer may also be operable to generate position data for the object by processing the video images. The computer may also be operable to generate a simulation of a scene from an operating room based on at least one of the video images and the position data. The computer may also be operable to display the simulation to the at least one user on an electronic display as the one or more tasks are performed by the at least one user. | 07-01-2010 |
20100178642 | SIMULATION DEVICE FOR TRACKING THE RESPECTIVE MOTIONS OF AT LEAST TWO INSTRUMENTS - The present invention relates to a simulation device ( | 07-15-2010 |
20100178643 | ANASTOMOSIS DEPLOYMENT FORCE TRAINING TOOL - An anastomosis training device and related methods of use that provides medical professionals with real-time feedback of pulling force. The anastomosis training device can include a housing portion, a spring member, a proximal catheter portion and a distal catheter portion. The housing portion can include an external tubing member that slidingly retains an internal tubing element and the spring member. A proximal wire assembly attaches the spring member to a manipulation assembly and a distal wire assembly attaches the spring member to a retention member that allows the anastomosis training tool to be anchored to a suitable surface. As a user applies a pulling force to the manipulation assembly, the internal tubing member is slidably withdrawn from the external tubing member to expose a visible force scale that indicates the level of pulling force being applied by the user. | 07-15-2010 |
20100203487 | Systems and methods for assessing a medical ultrasound imaging operator's competency - Methods and systems are provided for assessing a medical ultrasound imaging operator's competency. The system includes a console containing a plurality of virtual controls, such as knobs, for simulating a real-life examination of a patient. The images created by the system change dynamically as the different virtual knobs on the console are adjusted. The console provides a certification examination for a medical ultrasound imaging operator. The console also includes a process to assess the medical ultrasound imaging operator's competency. The process determines a plurality of scores in order to assess the competency of the medical ultrasound imaging operator. | 08-12-2010 |
20100203488 | Elastic Hysteretic Palpatory Training Apparatus - An elastic hysteretic palpatory training apparatus includes a plunger, a solenoid disposed around a longitudinal axis of the plunger, and a controller for controlling electrical power supplied to the solenoid as a function of a palpatory force applied to an end of the plunger and a position of the plunger in the solenoid in response to the applied palpatory force whereupon the plunger emulates at least one of the following: an elastic material responding to the application of the palpatory force thereto or a series of elastic materials being engaged one-at-a-time in response to the application of the palpatory force thereto. | 08-12-2010 |
20100221689 | Medical Patient Simulator - Medical patient simulator comprising a torso that contains an artificial lung, a chest skin and means for pulling the chest skin downward in an area corresponding with an area where such retractions occur on a human being. The simulator also provides for changes in the compliance of the lung. The lung is situated between two plates, the spacing of which can be adjusted. The torso has one actuator on each side of the back to simulate muscular activity. It includes a system for control of pneumatic functions by measuring a representative pressure for each actuator and stopping the filling when a pre-set pressure is reached. It also includes a head with one or more air cushions in a fontanelle area on the head, which may be filled with air to simulate an increased pressure in the brain. | 09-02-2010 |
20100248200 | System, Method and Computer Program for Virtual Reality Simulation for Medical Procedure Skills Training - The present invention discloses a virtual reality medical procedure skills training simulator, particularly to be used in the field of ear-nose-throat surgery such as myringotomy. The simulator consists of medical procedural tools marked with physical markers, a tracking device to track the marker, a stereo display device to simulate a medical procedural microscope, and a computer system to enable the simulation. | 09-30-2010 |
20100266998 | METHOD FOR COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT OF HEALTHCARE STUDENTS AND PRACTITIONERS - A method to assess the competency of a healthcare practitioner, wherein the method provides a learning object repository comprising a plurality of previously-created virtual objects, creates a first template and a second template by the second module, wherein the first template comprises one or more previously-defined learning objectives, and wherein the second template comprises one or more previously-defined competency assessments related to the one or more selected learning objectives. The method provides the first template and the second template to the learning object repository. The method displays on a visual display device a virtual clinical world comprising a plurality of virtual objects retrieved from the learning object repository. Further according to the method, a practitioner selects a virtual patient from the virtual clinical world, selects a series of interactions with the patient, and selects patient data. The method tracks the selected patient interactions, and the selected patient data. | 10-21-2010 |
20100273134 | 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 turnable freely. The controlling bar is slidable relative to the spheroid in a passage running through the center of the spheroid to control rotation of the spheroid. The bracing rack has an inner side spaced from the spheroid to hold at least two direction sensors. The controlling bar has a depth sensor. The controlling bar is a simulated endoscope and also is insertable and retractable. The invention can be turned at a greater angle and provide improved simulation through the turnable spheroid. Through the direction sensors and depth sensor that are linked to a computer, the turning angle and insertion depth of the simulated endoscope can be measured. | 10-28-2010 |
20100285438 | Method And System For Minimally-Invasive Surgery Training - The present invention may be embodied as a method of minimally-invasive surgery (“MIS”) training wherein a simulator having a display, a computer, and a first input device, is provided. A video of an MIS is displayed on the display, and a first surgical tool is visible in at least a portion of the video. A match zone corresponding to a position on the first surgical tool is determined. A computer-generated virtual surgical tool (“CG tool”) is superimposed on the displayed video. The CG tool is selectively controlled by the first input device. A target position of the CG tool is determined. If the target position is not determined to be within the match zone, further steps may be taken. For example, the video may be paused, a message may be displayed to the operator, or the computer may signal the input device to move to a position such that the target position is within the match zone. | 11-11-2010 |
20100291520 | Devices and Methods for Utilizing Mechanical Surgical Devices in a Virtual Environment - Devices and methods that combine an actual surgical instrument handle, for example the handle of an AutoSuture EndoStitch™ device, with a force feedback generator able to create resistance to motion similar to that encountered in a real operating environment. The devices and methods provide a means for repeatedly performing maneuvers that accurately simulate the actual instrument, but in a virtual environment. The devices have haptic capabilities and collision detection so that the virtual device, such as the needle driver of the EndoStitch™ device, is “aware” of instrument contact. | 11-18-2010 |
20100291521 | Method and Apparatus for Identifying an Instrument Location Based on Measuring a Characteristic - A method to determine the location of an instrument within a patient can be based upon the measuring of a characteristic within the patient and matching the currently measured characteristic with a previously measured characteristic. If the measurements of a characteristic matches in an appropriate or selected manner then a location match can be determined. The characteristic can be any appropriate characteristic and measured in any appropriate way. | 11-18-2010 |
20100297593 | Gas Supply Apparatus With Improved Control - A gas supply apparatus with improved control is provided. The gas supply apparatus provides gas at an outlet junction. The apparatus includes a gas mixer for gasses from primary and secondary supplies to a given ratio. The apparatus also includes a gas reservoir supplied by the gas mixer. A tertiary supply valve is also included and connected in parallel with the reservoir. The tertiary supply valve is adapted to connect the outlet junction to a tertiary gas supply when gas is not being supplied to a mixer by the primary and/or secondary supply. | 11-25-2010 |
20100297594 | INTERACTIVE FIRST AID INFORMATION SYSTEM - In general, the invention is directed to techniques for determining appropriate first aid and applying first aid that is appropriate. A first aid system receives patient status information from an input device or a sensor, and presents first aid information as a function of the received patient status information. The first aid system may be incorporated with an external defibrillator. The first aid system may acquire patient status information through an interaction with an operator, in which the first aid system asks the operator to supply patient status information. In one embodiment of the invention, the operator may supply patient status information by touching a diagram representing at least a portion of a human body. | 11-25-2010 |
20100311025 | Material Formulations for Human Tissue Simulation - A gel formulation for use as simulated tissue for ballistic testing includes a mixture of gelatin, a glycol, such as ethylene glycol, and water. The gel may be formed in a mold to simulate a body part, such as an organ. A ratio of gelatin to glycol may be varied, depending on the body part to be simulated. An anatomic model may be formed by incorporating simulated organs formed with different gelatin to glycol ratios. | 12-09-2010 |
20100311026 | Catheter Tray, Packaging System, and Associated Methods | 12-09-2010 |
20100323336 | ELECTRONIC SYSTEM FOR ASSISTING THE STUDY AND PRACTICE OF MEDICINE - An electronic system generates and manages multiple knowledge bases of medical students and practitioners. The knowledge bases are organized according to and for the function of specific limited medical problems. Data regarding each problem cross-references both basic sciences and clinical courses. Users are able to create their own knowledge base with the use of teaching data, their own user generated data, and third party user generated data. Data is dynamically updated, and the knowledge bases support the future medical practice of students. | 12-23-2010 |
20110014596 | DEVICES AND METHODS FOR IMPLEMENTING ENDOSCOPIC SURGICAL PROCEDURES AND INSTRUMENTS WITHIN A VIRTUAL ENVIRONMENT - Devices and methods are provided for combining the handle of a surgical instrument with a force feedback generator, able to create resistance to motion similar to that encountered in a real operating environment. The working end of the surgical instrument is recreated in a virtual environment and manipulated by the modified handle through the force feedback generator. Actions of the instrument handle modify a model and display of the virtual environment and transmit a haptic response back to the handle. The devices and methods provide a means for repeatedly performing maneuvers that accurately simulate the actual instrument, but in the virtual environment. The virtual environment is modeled to accurately simulate the use of the instrument including manipulation of and collisions with other virtual objects, such as surgical thread or internal tissues. Training and assessment tools are also provided that coach or assess a user's proficiency with the instrument. | 01-20-2011 |
20110020779 | SKILL EVALUATION USING SPHERICAL MOTION MECHANISM - Software tools, methods and apparatus for objectively assessing surgical and medical procedural skills are described. Data corresponding to performance of a manipulative task by a subject is modeled using Markov modeling techniques and compared with stored models corresponding to each of a plurality of proficiency levels. A particular proficiency level is selected based on proximity of the subject data relative to each of the stored models. | 01-27-2011 |
20110027766 | Unified Vision Testing And/Or Training - Unified vision testing and/or training kiosk may utilize display devices and input devices to administer a number of visual testing and/or training tasks to an individual. One or more display devices may provide desired resolution, geometry, and/or touch sensitivity. One or more input devices may receive inputs of different types from different positions relative to a display device. Methods of visual testing and/or training may utilize the one or more display devices, one or more input devices, and/or other types of equipment to evaluate and/or improve the visual abilities of an individual. | 02-03-2011 |
20110033832 | ADMINISTRATION INSTRUMENT FOR MEDICAL USE - The present invention relates to an administration instrument for medical use that can perform injection of a drug solution with stability and with great reliability. For example, at the administration, it is possible to prevent a force that presses the injection button from acting in a direction of inserting the needle that is inserted into the skin deeper, and enables the administration under a stable state where the needle does not wobble, thereby alleviating physical and mental pain of the administration patient. | 02-10-2011 |
20110033833 | PUMP WITH THERAPY COACHING - An apparatus comprising a pump, an input configured to receive information related to a user, a user interface, and a controller communicatively coupled to the pump, the input, and the user interface. The controller includes a timing module configured to initiate delivery of a drug in time and to adjust delivery according to the received information. Other devices, systems, and methods are disclosed. | 02-10-2011 |
20110076658 | EYE PATCH KIT AND METHODS OF PROMOTING USE COMPLIANCE - A kit and method for promoting eye patch wear compliance for an afflicted child with a condition requiring wearing an eye patch are provided herein, including an eye patch kit for promoting patch wear compliance for an afflicted child with a condition requiring wearing an eye patch, comprising: a carrying case; at least one eye patch with a front surface and an adhesive back surface that is disposed to be worn over one eye, the eye patch comprising a stretchable and breathable material, and a black-out layer for total occlusion for shielding of light; a plurality of self adhesive stickers disposed to be attached to and decorate the eye patch on the front surface; and an instruction guide having explanation for decorating the eye patch. | 03-31-2011 |
20110091852 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CARDIAC DEFIBRILLATION RESPONSE SIMULATION IN HEALTH TRAINING MANNEQUIN - Configurations for simulation of motions or movement in a health training mannequin for teaching purposes are disclosed. A cardiac defibrillation response simulation apparatus is configured to be housed separately from but interfaced with a health training mannequin to induce motion symptomatic response to electrical shock in the mannequin. In one embodiment a system comprises a motion inducer comprising a housing, an interface structure, and an actuator, wherein the interface structure is coupled to the actuator, movable relative to the housing, and configured to interface with a portion of a health training mannequin to induce motion in at least one portion of the health training mannequin. In another embodiment a method comprises interfacing a portion of a health training mannequin with an interface structure, the interface structure being coupled to an actuator and movable relative to a housing coupled to the actuator, the housing not being housed within a portion of the health training mannequin. Various hardware configurations are presented. | 04-21-2011 |
20110091853 | METHOD FOR SIMULATING A CATHETER GUIDANCE SYSTEM FOR CONTROL, DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING APPLICATIONS - A system is disclosed for incorporating a realistic simulated catheter or catheters within a catheter guidance and control system that operate from the same closed-loop position control feedback and geometric mapping data as the real position control system and are able to make contact with real and simulated datasets. These catheters may be operated in a pure simulation mode without interacting with real catheters and position control hardware, or may be used as control cursors to enhance the placement of catheter positioning targets. The catheter tip, which is focus of magnetic control, is realistically guided by the control system parameters, while the remainder of the catheter line is realistically constrained by the mapped chamber geometry and introducer sheath. | 04-21-2011 |
20110117528 | REMOTE PHYSICAL THERAPY APPARATUS - This invention discloses methods and apparatus for tracking prescribed movement of body parts. According to the present invention multiple sensors are used to track body part motion. The tracked motion may then be compared to prescribed motion and also be stored for ascertaining compliance with a prescribed therapy regimen. | 05-19-2011 |
20110143326 | System for circadian rhythm monitor with synchrony and activity planning - A personal health system which includes a suitable Core Body Temperature (CBT) monitor that can be worn for all or part of a 24 hour day and collect continuous CBT data. The CBT data is collected and compared to determine circadian desynchrony. A conveniently carried or worn processor/display unit, in communication with the CBT monitor, algorithmically determines activity types and activity timing based on the collected CBT data to improve synchrony. The activities and when to perform them are displayed to the user. | 06-16-2011 |
20110159470 | INTERACTIVE MEDICAL DIAGNOSTICS TRAINING SYSTEM - A medical diagnostics training system presents a sequence of interactive display images comprising a medical diagnostics case study (CS) to a student which includes challenges to which the student responds to qualify his/her competency in a diagnostics technique to be imparted by the case study (CS), collecting and processing the student responses to determine the competency in the diagnostics technique and providing a review of the response, and based thereon further providing directed feedback from a physician in the critical thinking in order to master the diagnostics technique where necessary. The system includes a computer processor for implementing system communication processes, interactive users interface processes, training workflow processes and medical diagnostics case study (CS) configuring processes and a database for receiving and storing data comprising the medical diagnostics case study (CS) and challenges, interactive display image data comprising and data comprising student responses to the challenges. | 06-30-2011 |
20110189641 | Obstetrics Simulation and Training Method and System - An embodiment of the invention provides a method wherein a simulation system having a simulator, a processor, and at least one display is assembled. This includes assembling a birthing mannequin and a mobile cart having at least one touch-screen monitor, wherein the birthing mannequin includes a means for shaking to simulate a generalized seizure. The simulation system is provided along with documentation to a plurality of medical facilities within a system. Training on use of the simulator, different simulations, and criteria for grading performance on the simulations is also provided. The training includes team training for conducting the simulations using the simulation system. | 08-04-2011 |
20110212426 | Simulation system for training in endoscopic operations - A simulation system for training in endoscopic operations includes an endoscope apparatus, including at least one input for inserting an endoscopic working instrument, a sensor arrangement to detect a movement of the endoscopic working instrument, a control device to generate a virtual image of an endoscopic operation scene depending on a movement of the endoscopic working instrument, transmission means to transmit measured values supplied by the sensor arrangement to the control device for use in generating the virtual image and a display device to display the virtual image, where the sensor arrangement includes at least one optic sensor that interacts with a surface of a shaft of the endoscopic working instrument to detect the movement of the endoscopic working instrument. A flexible endoscope, an endoscopic working instrument and a method for recording a movement of an endoscopic working instrument as well as a method for training in endoscopic operations. | 09-01-2011 |
20110212427 | Surgical-Training Device for Providing Three-dimensional-Tactile Feedback, and Method of Operation Thereof - 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-dimensional motion relative to the housing. The platform is further configured to move from a start position to a displaced position when a force is applied to the platform as a result of a user performing a simulated-surgical technique on the platform. A sensor module, coupled to the housing, is configured to determine when the platform moves a distance (from the start position to the displaced position) that exceeds a preset-threshold distance. If the preset-threshold distance is exceeded, sensor module indicates (by visual and/or auditory alarms within the device, and/or computerized counting and scoring reports) that the user applied excessive force, and was therefore too rough when performing the simulated-surgical technique. A method of manufacturing a surgical-training device is also provided. | 09-01-2011 |
20110256519 | SURGICAL OPERATION TRAINING DEVICE - A surgical operation training device | 10-20-2011 |
20120003620 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ADJUSTING TIDAL VOLUME OF A SELF-VENTILATION SUBJECT - A system and method are configured to adjust the tidal volume of the breathing of a subject. The subject is self-ventilating (breathes under her own power). The adjustment of tidal volume accomplished through use of the system and/or method may reduce hypertension (e.g., lower blood pressure), reduce stress and/or anxiety (and related maladies), improve relaxation, decrease sleep latency, improve sleep quality, address other sleep disorders, and/or provide other health benefits. The system and method are effective in adjusting tidal volume while the subject is awake and/or asleep. | 01-05-2012 |
20120009555 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR RECOGNITION OF PATIENT ACTIVITIES - A medication confirmation method and apparatus. The method of an embodiment of the invention includes the steps of capturing one or more video sequences of a user administering medication via a medication administration apparatus, storing the captured one or more video sequences, and analyzing at least one of the stored video sequences to confirm that the user has properly administered the medication, and has properly positioned the medication administration apparatus. | 01-12-2012 |
20120009556 | Three-Dimensional Puzzle - A method, computer program product, and computing device comprising a game for testing the spatial reasoning of a player. The game includes a virtual multi-surfaced object having at least a first surface and a second surface, with first indicia associated with the first surface and second indicia associated with the second surface. A facing surface and a goal surface are displayed on a user interface, which also includes mechanisms for changing the orientation of the virtual object by rotating the object in steps. In response to input from the game player, the virtual object is rotated. Each time the virtual object is rotated, the facing surface displayed is changed so that it correlates to the changed orientation of the virtual object. The game continues until the game player causes the facing surface to match the goal surface by entering a series of rotational moves. | 01-12-2012 |
20120015335 | DEVICE FOR SIMULATING THE OPERATION OF A MEDICATION DELIVERY DEVICE - A simulation device for simulating the operation of a medication delivery device comprises a housing ( | 01-19-2012 |
20120015336 | Injection Simulator - Injection training devices comprising elements for repeatable and accurate simulation of parenteral injection for training individuals in the administration of one or more medications are provided. | 01-19-2012 |
20120021394 | METHODS FOR PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING, TRAINING, EXERCISE AND REGULATION - A computer assisted method for treating pain in a subject comprising measuring activity of one or more internal voxels of a brain of said subject associated with pain; communicating instructions to said subject which modulate activity of said voxel; and training said subject to control said internal voxel. | 01-26-2012 |
20120040318 | Clinical forensic video template: trauma, for mediation and facilitation in personal injury and medical malpractice law - A medico-legal template process, created by the Medical—Nursing community, that audio-visually demonstrates actual injury and trauma of a patient physically, functionally, mentally, emotionally and psychologically, and it's impact on altering that patient's pre-morbid/baseline activities of daily living, and relationships, both short and long term. The audio-visual record is a patient focused, neutral, medical and nursing assessment and analysis application for the discovery, mediation and litigation components of personal injury and medical malpractice law, and other applicable fields of study. This material is unique and original in that it applies the Nursing Process to the Clinical Forensic Video, it is created by the Medical-Nursing community for the Legal community, and it creates a neutral position within Plaintiff and Defense litigation. | 02-16-2012 |
20120040319 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEDICATION COMPLIANCE - Systems and methods for medication compliance are provided. The method includes registering at least one medication, instructing a user to select the at least one medication, verifying a selected medication, and instructing a user with dosage information associated with the selected medication. | 02-16-2012 |
20120040320 | Injection Simulation Device and Methods Thereof - An injection simulation device and methods thereof is provided. The device includes an elongated handle having a first end and a second end, wherein the elongated handle has a sidewall with an interior surface defining an interior space, wherein the interior space is completely empty. An end portion is integral with the sidewall and positioned at the first end of the elongated handle, the end portion enclosing the first end of the elongated handle. A first attachment structure is integral with the second end of the elongated handle. A hollow needle is connected to a hub having an end point, wherein the end point has a second attachment structure engagable with the first attachment structure to connect the hub to the second end of the elongated handle. | 02-16-2012 |
20120040321 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR BLOOD COLLECTION OPERATOR TRAINING - Certain examples provide systems/apparatus, methods, and articles of manufacture for blood collection/processing instrument operator training and troubleshooting. Certain examples provide a system for platelet resuspension training. The system includes an interactive training application, provided via a mobile device, to train a user to resuspend platelets in a liquid medium prior to its storage and/or transfusion to a patient. The training application is to instruct the user regarding an appropriate motion and vigor for resuspension of platelets in a blood container associated with a blood processing instrument. The system includes a sensor to detect the user's motion of the mobile device. The system includes a processor to compare the user's motion of the mobile device to the appropriate motion and vigor for resuspension of platelets in a blood container and provide feedback to the user regarding the comparison. | 02-16-2012 |
20120058457 | Multimodal Ultrasound Training System - The present invention teaches a medical procedure training system based on a PC platform that provides multimodal education within a virtual environment. The system integrates digital video, three-dimensional modeling, and force-feedback devices for the purpose of training medical professionals medical procedures. | 03-08-2012 |
20120064496 | Emergency Cardiac Arrhythmia Identifying Device and System - The present invention is an emergency cardiac arrhythmia identifying device and system which can be implemented in a non-electronic visual media or in an electronic format capable of communicating ECG and EKG data observed by medical personnel over a local area network. A healthcare professional may visually identify an arrhythmia, record the occurrence of the arrhythmia in a specific patient file, communicate information to other healthcare professionals and view treatment protocols in a matter of seconds. | 03-15-2012 |
20120070811 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MEASURING AND MANIPULATING A RADIOLOGIST'S EXAM SENSITIVITY AND SPECIFICITY IN REAL TIME - Certain examples provide systems and methods for radiologist performance review. A method includes receiving a series of images for review by a user at an exam reader, the series of images including both actual patient images for review and test images for evaluation of user performance. The method also includes capturing a user report including analysis of at least a portion of the series of images including at least one actual patient image and at least one test image. The method further includes evaluating performance of the user based on a comparison of the user's analysis of the at least one test image to a predetermined analysis of the at least one test image. Additionally, the method includes generating at least one metric regarding user performance based on the comparison to be output with respect to the user. | 03-22-2012 |
20120077166 | PORTABLE BRUSHING STATION - A portable brushing station for encouraging good brushing habits in children includes a cabinet assembly having a countertop and a concave sink with a portable water supply and removable drainage unit. Additionally, the portable brushing station can include a removable sink and drain combination which can be easily cleaned after each use. Additionally, the portable brushing station can include an instructional and entertainment unit for interactively teaching children proper brushing habits. | 03-29-2012 |
20120077167 | Multi-Unit Interactive Dual-Video Medical Education System - The present invention is a multi-unit medical education module that includes at least two units per module. Each unit includes at least two separate videos, with one video being topical to the unit and having a length of under twenty minutes, and with the other video being a live-action interview between a health care provider and a patient (or actors representing same). The student interacts with each unit via computer and progresses to each successive unit only upon successful completion of a post-test for each unit or by individualized intervention by the supervising educator. | 03-29-2012 |
20120077168 | Display for Use in Managing Movement of a Patient in a Bed - A system is provided for communicating to health care workers the turning, positioning and schedule requirements of dependent patients with pressure ulcers, or at risk for the development of pressure ulcers. The system includes a display indicating a clock face divided into sections each with a respective window location for displaying graphics of a display element illustrating a required lying position for the patient. Each of the display elements comprises a disk mounted on the substrate for rotation about a center axis thereof at right angles to the substrate with the graphics arranged thereon at angularly spaced positions around the axis so as to rotate a selected one of the graphics to the window to be displayed. | 03-29-2012 |
20120082969 | SIMULATION OF AN INVASIVE PROCEDURE - Apparatus, including: a mockup probe, having a distal end and a proximal end adapted to be held by a human operator. The apparatus further includes a mockup patient, simulating an actual patient, the mockup patient having an aperture allowing penetration of the distal end of the mockup probe into the mockup patient. The apparatus includes a force generator, coupled to the mockup probe so as to apply a force to the proximal end that can be felt by the human operator, and a system controller. The controller is configured to: track a location of the distal end during the penetration thereof into the mockup patient, access an indication of a value of contractility of a region of an organ of the actual patient corresponding to the location, and activate the force generator so that the force applied to the proximal end corresponds to the indication. | 04-05-2012 |
20120082970 | PORTABLE LAPAROSCOPIC TRAINER - A portable surgical training device is provided. The trainer includes a top cover spaced apart from a base to form a simulated body cavity for locating model organs that are substantially obscured from the field of view of the user. The top cover includes a video display, fixed insertion ports and interchangeable inserts containing simulated tissue layers. The training device has open sides for demonstrating and training lateral surgical techniques including a simulated or live tissue colon attached to a support leg for simulating transanal minimally invasive surgery. A training endoscope with an adjustable focal length for use with the trainer and, in particular, with optical trocars is disclosed. The surgical trainer can be angled and is well suited for training laparoscopic surgery techniques and demonstrating surgical instruments. | 04-05-2012 |
20120100515 | Fluoroscopy Simulator - An apparatus and machine for more realistically simulating fluoroscopy is disclosed. The apparatus includes a light source, cameras, an artificial lumen, and an access port. The artificial lumen can be comprised of an anterior side and a posterior side. The anterior side of the artificial lumen is opaque to the light source such that light reflects off the anterior side of the artificial lumen to a camera to provide a real-time extra-luminal view of an artificial lumen. The posterior side of the artificial lumen is transparent to the light source such that light passes through it, reflects off the opaque anterior side of the artificial lumen, back through the transparent posterior side of the artificial lumen to a camera to provide a real-time intra-luminal view of an artificial lumen. The cameras can be in electronic communication with video monitors to display the real-time extra-luminal and intra-luminal views. | 04-26-2012 |
20120107783 | AUTOMATIC INJECTION DEVICE - An automatic injection device for providing a subcutaneous injection is disclosed. The device includes a syringe movably disposed in a housing and including a barrel portion, a needle and a bung for sealing the barrel portion. The device includes a plunger for moving the syringe towards a first open end of the housing such that the needle projects from the first end, and for subsequently applying pressure to the bung. The plunger includes a rod connected at a first end to the bung, a compressible expanded central portion, and a flange between a second end of the rod and the central portion. The device also includes a biasing mechanism for biasing the plunger towards the first open end of the housing, the biasing mechanism disposed about the second end of the rod between the flange and a second end of the housing. | 05-03-2012 |
20120107784 | ONE TOUCH BUTTON FOR OPERATING ROOM SUPPORT - A method of obtaining assistance during a surgical procedure includes the steps of requesting assistance with a single action and establishing a line of communication between an individual in an operating room and an individual at a remote location in response to the step of requesting assistance. The method includes the steps of communicating a question to the individual at the remote location and receiving an answer to the question from the individual at the remote location. | 05-03-2012 |
20120115117 | SUTURE TRAINING DEVICE - A suture training device includes a three-dimensional frame defining an interior area. The interior area is accessible through the frame and one or more artificial vessels are secured within the interior area. The artificial vessels have separated edges to be sutured together and the opposed ends of the artificial vessels are secured to the frame in different regions that are out of axial alignment. When more than one artificial vessel is employed in the training device, they are disposed at different angles relative to each other within the frame. In a preferred arrangement the training aid is retained within an interior compartment of a housing that has a passage through a wall thereof to permit access to the training device from a location outside of the housing. | 05-10-2012 |
20120115118 | SUTURE TRAINING DEVICE - A suture training device includes a lower surface to be positioned on a support and a periphery having a three dimensional surface geometry including a plurality of visible indicia thereon for visually identifying locations into which a suturing needle is to be inserted. Preferably the plurality of visible indicia includes a group of indicia surrounding a peripheral opening extending through said periphery. | 05-10-2012 |
20120129139 | DISEASE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM USING PERSONALIZED EDUCATION, PATIENT SUPPORT COMMUNITY AND TELEMONITORING - Disclosed herein are systems and methods for interactive guided personalized/personalizable patient disease management system. The system offers ongoing personalized education in response to user inputs which may include a patient's electronic health record, diagnostic codes, billing codes, and/or medical history, the ability to monitor a patient's progress throughout their treatment plan which is initially provided by the system and a patient support community for boosting patient treatment plan compliance through ongoing monitoring and personal coaching. The systems and methods provide personalized relevant diagnostic, prognostic, prevention and/or treatment information output which are curated to manage the patient's needs. | 05-24-2012 |
20120141963 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR PROVIDING MEDICAL INFORMATION - A device and method for providing medical information to patients admitted in health care facilities such as hospitals, comprising a container with medical information relating to a medical condition provided on a display panel thereof, wherein the container can be used to store and transport a patient's personal items, wherein the container and medical information thereon is provided to the patient upon admission to the health care facility, the patient is educated regarding the information during the course of the patient's stay, and the patient is encouraged to take the container upon discharge from the facility. | 06-07-2012 |
20120141964 | HEALTH CARE DEVICE, METHOD AND GRAPHICAL USER INTERFACE FOR HEALTH CARE - A health care management method and device which display information on a health state of a patient related to first bio-information and second bio-information of the patient, display information that requests the patient to obtain a second measurement of the first bio-information or the second bio-information based on a schedule, and display a bio-information measurement view to assist the patient in obtaining the second measurement. | 06-07-2012 |
20120141965 | SURGICAL TRAINING DEVICE - To provide a compact surgical training device for enabling skills of techniques to be improved efficiently and effectively before acquiring clinical experiences in surgeries with high degrees of difficulty, particularly, vascular anastomosis, the surgical training device | 06-07-2012 |
20120156664 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR EVALUATING A LEVEL OF KNOWLEDGE OF A HEALTHCARE INDIVIDUAL - The invention relates to a system and method for evaluating a level of knowledge of a healthcare individual by providing a computer; software executing on the computer for prompting a healthcare individual to answer a first question from a first plurality of questions related to diagnosis or treatment of a health related ailment; software executing on the computer for automatically determining a degree of correctness of an answer to the first question by comparing the answer to a reference; software for automatically selecting a second question from a second plurality of questions based upon the degree of correctness; software for automatically generating a score based upon the degree of correctness; and, based upon a cumulation of scores, software for automatically determining whether or not the healthcare individual is permitted to progress to a next level for diagnosis or treatment based upon the score. | 06-21-2012 |
20120156665 | Real-Time X-Ray Vision for Healthcare Simulation - A medical procedure training system and method for using is provided. The system includes a sensing system structured to detect the position and motion of a medical device inserted into a simulated body, a processor structured to generate images of the medical device and relevant anatomical structures based on the detected position and motion of the medical device, and a display system structured to display the images in a correct registration on the outer surface of the simulated body. | 06-21-2012 |
20120171650 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR DEVELOPING MEDICAL WAVEFORMS AND TRAINING METHODS - The present technology relates to a medical waveform development system comprising a medical waveform recording system for obtaining recorded medical waveforms. The system further comprises a physiological simulator for accessing recorded medical waveforms and for processing modified medical waveforms. The system also comprises an invasive workbench that allows a user to access the recorded medical waveforms and modified medical waveforms via software applications that are accessible on a computer. | 07-05-2012 |
20120171651 | THERAPEUTIC SENSORY DEVICE FOR TACTILE REHABILITATION - A therapeutic sensory device and method of using the device for the aid in the rehabilitation of an individual's sense of touch including a first planar sheet having a plurality of spaced sensory pads, disposed thereon; a plurality of elements, each having a sensory pad corresponding to one of the spaced sensory pads, each of said plurality of elements being adapted to be placed on the corresponding sensory pad disposed on the first planar sheet; and a structure to removably secure the plurality of elements atop the corresponding sensory pad disposed on the first planar sheet. The plurality of elements are selectively placed atop the corresponding sensory pad disposed on the first planar sheet. Then, one or more of the plurality of elements are removably secured atop the corresponding sensory pad disposed on the first planar sheet. | 07-05-2012 |
20120171652 | Pressure Ulcer Simulator and Related Methods - A pressure ulcer simulator for training medical practitioners includes a simulator model comprising one or more layers of simulated tissue. A plurality of pressure sensors are in communication with the one or more layers of simulated tissue and are configured to generate a pressure value sensed from one or more locations of the one or more layers of simulated tissue. A sensor system is in communication with the plurality of pressure sensors and is configured to receive the pressure values from one or more locations of the one or more layers of simulated tissue and to generate a risk value of developing a pressure ulcer for the one or more locations of the one or more layers of simulated tissue. | 07-05-2012 |
20120178069 | Surgical Procedure Planning and Training Tool - Computer systems and methods are provided for training surgeons to perform the Nuss procedure, a surgery for correcting pectus excavatum (PE), and for planning such procedures. PE is a congenital chest wall deformity, and the Nuss procedure is a minimally invasive surgery that involves implantation of a corrective bar. A surgical trainer and planner may be based on one or more of the biomechanical properties of the PE ribcage, deformable models, and visualization techniques. | 07-12-2012 |
20120178070 | METHOD OF APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATICALLY ELICITING HEALTH RELATED INFORMATION AND ELECTION OF A WELLNESS PROGRAM - This invention discloses methods and apparatus for providing an automated health assessment interview and collecting data commensurate with such interview. The interview may include video segments based upon input from user interactive devices presented to the user. | 07-12-2012 |
20120178071 | Mobile Observation Panel - An apparatus for visually isolating an observer from an observed individual comprises a two way mirror forming a first panel and a movable frame disposed to hold the first panel in a vertical orientation; methods of assembling and operating instructional simulation lab, methods for instruction/proctoring/operating/repurposing a nursing simulation lab comprising the steps of identifying a space having a simulated patient location and an observation location, providing a panel assembly having a two way mirror, locating the panel assembly between the simulated patient location and the observation location, providing a patent simulation system including a simulated patient, providing a lab student, providing a lab instructor and/or observer, administering care to the simulated patient at the simulated patient location, and observing the administration of care at the observation location by looking towards the simulated patient location through the two way mirror. | 07-12-2012 |
20120183941 | Apparatus, Method, Device And Computer Program Product For Audibly Communicating Medicine Identity, Dosage And Intake Instruction - A system for identifying medication in the form of pills, capsules or tablets, and communicating medicine dosage and intake instructions to a user, Utilizing Radio Frequency Identification Devices (RFID) and optical recognition technology. The RFID is performed by labeling a medicine container with a tag containing a unique identifier, associating the unique identifier with an audio file comprising instructions related to medicine usage, and delivering the audio file to an electromagnetic wave-enabled device. A wireless device, such as a mobile telephone or PDA, via a service, plays an audio and/or vibrational file associated with the unique identifier when the RFID tag is read by the device. The mobile device has a camera therein and is operable to capture an image of the pill, capsule or tablet and, via execution of optical recognition software, identify the pill, tablet or capsule, and verify the identity thereof. | 07-19-2012 |
20120189996 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR QUANTIFYING TECHNICAL SKILL - A system and method for quantifying clinical skill of a user, comprising: collecting data relating to a surgical task done by a user using a surgical device; comparing the data for the surgical task to other data for another similar surgical task; quantifying the clinical skill of the user based on the comparing of the data for the surgical task to the other data for the other similar surgical task; outputting the clinical skill of the user. | 07-26-2012 |
20120196258 | Apparatus and method for performing diagnostic imaging examinations with tutorial means for the user, both in the preparatory step and in the operative step - Apparatus for performing diagnostic imaging examinations with tutorial means for the user, both in the preparatory step and in the operative step, and method for using the apparatus. The apparatus includes, stored into dedicated memory units, a list of procedural steps, with relevant text explanations and/or example images and/or example videos, reference parameters of setting status of commands and/or of execution sequence relevant to the execution of each procedural step, reference quality parameters of images and/or of reception signals relevant to acquisition of specific types of images, feedback means for detecting steps made by the operator and feedback means for detecting quality parameters of acquired images, and means for comparing procedural steps performed by the operator and quality parameters of acquired images and/or of reception signals with procedural steps and relevant reference quality parameters of images provided into the list stored into the image processing and/or acquisition procedure memory unit. | 08-02-2012 |
20120208160 | Method and system for teaching and testing radiation oncology skills - Method and system are provided to permit a user to access, via a network, a computer-implemented education module for teaching and testing radiation oncology skills. An education module may be directed to a particular skill, such as e.g., correctly identifying an anatomical region of interest in a stack of medical images. In one embodiment, education modules for teaching and testing radiation oncology skills may be made accessible to users via a portal user interface that can be rendered by a web browser application. An education module, according to one example embodiment, includes a video component for providing a video presentation describing the technique being taught, a practice module that provides an interactive practice session that can be initiated by a user after viewing the teaching video, and a test module. | 08-16-2012 |
20120208161 | MISDIAGNOSIS CAUSE DETECTING APPARATUS AND MISDIAGNOSIS CAUSE DETECTING METHOD - An image interpretation training apparatus comprises: an image presenting unit configured to present a target image to be interpreted to a doctor; an image interpretation obtaining unit configured to obtain a first image interpretation of the target image by the doctor and image interpretation time required by the doctor for the interpretation of the target image; an image interpretation determining unit configured to determine whether the first image interpretation is correct or incorrect by comparing a definitive diagnosis on the target image and the first image interpretation obtained by the image interpretation obtaining unit; and a learning content attribute selecting unit configured to select an attribute of the learning content to be presented to the doctor based on the image interpretation time when the first image interpretation result is determined to be incorrect. | 08-16-2012 |
20120208162 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MANAGING SKILLS ASSESSMENT - The present invention is directed to a method and skills assessment tool for managing a testing session in a clinical skills testing center comprising a plurality of assessment stations. The method according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention includes configuring the plurality of assessment stations by associating each of the stations with a case type prior to the beginning of the testing session, receiving electronic identification of a student at one of a plurality of assessment stations prior to the student commencing an encounter at the one assessment station during the testing session, and, in response to receiving the student's identification, automatically assigning the student to the one assessment station for the encounter, where the encounter corresponds with the case type associated with the one assessment station. | 08-16-2012 |
20120219935 | METHODS, SYSTEMS, AND DEVICES FOR INTERACTIVE LEARNING - Disclosed are methods, systems and articles, including a method that includes presenting multimedia data, on a multimedia presentation device, to a user based, at least in part, on input received from the user, the multimedia data including scripted presentation of at least one narrator to present information to the user, and multimedia presentation of one or more learning activities, including one or more challenges. At least one of the one or more challenges is based on information provided via the multimedia presentation including via the at least one narrator, the multimedia presentation including medical information. The method also includes controlling, based at least in part on responsiveness of the user's input, the presentation of the multimedia data to enhance learning by the user of the medical information, the controlled presentation resulting from the user's input being independent and non-interactive with the scripted presentation of the at least one narrator. | 08-30-2012 |
20120225413 | REAL-TIME FEEDBACK OF TASK PERFORMANCE - A method of providing real-time feedback of task performance includes receiving sensor data from sensors coupled to an object. The sensor data is received in response to tasks performed on the object and references positional data with respect to a location on the object at which tasks are performed. The method also includes applying the sensor data to a model of performance measurements, which reflect a standard of performance. The method further includes identifying any deviations of the sensor data from data in the model, and outputting feedback in real-time. The feedback includes indicators signaling tasks performed are correctly implemented and indicators signaling tasks performed are incorrectly implemented. Corrective indicators include measures for modifying task performance to achieve an outcome that approaches or meets the standard of performance. The indicators correspond to one or more locations on the object as determined by the positional data. | 09-06-2012 |
20120231431 | Personalized Wireless-Based Interactive Diabetes Treatment - This is a system for integrating a system of education, monitoring and advising on glucose testing, diet, exercise and drug administration, by a wireless link, or GPRS system, using a device which is lightweight and portable (and easily carried by the patient) and which is capable of:
| 09-13-2012 |
20120237912 | 12-LEAD ELECTROCARDIOGRAM ONLINE-LEARNING SYSTEM - The present invention relates to an E-learning system for 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG), comprising a processing server with a plug-in browser for receiving electrocardiogram-related data and eliminating noise accompanied in the electrocardiogram-related data; a learning database apparatus for storing the electrocardiogram-related data; and a learning network server for accessing the electrocardiogram-related data via network communication. | 09-20-2012 |
20120237913 | Multimodal Ultrasound Training System - An ultrasound training system having a data capture module, a digital asset management module, a validation module, didactic content, a media asset production module, an integration layer, an internet-based portal, a software client, and a peripheral probe. The combination of the disclosed elements creates a system that enables the creation and delivery of high-quality ultrasound education and training in a low-cost, widely deployable, and scalable manner, with a facilitated method for processing orders and financial transactions between customers and content providers. | 09-20-2012 |
20120251991 | Peripheral Probe with Six Degrees of Freedom Plus Compressive Force Feedback - An enhanced six degree of freedom spatial inertial measuring device capable of measuring translational movement along three orthogonal axes and rotational movement about the same, and in addition, being capable of measuring compression along at least one orthogonal axis. The device serves to provide adequate control for software applications where inertial tracking and compressive force feedback along at least one axis is desired. A probe, which accurately simulates ultrasound imaging, and therefore functions as a teaching tool is one such application. | 10-04-2012 |
20120264096 | BPH LASER ABLATION SIMULATION - One embodiment of a Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH) laser ablation simulator includes a frame, a mock hypotube, a mock laser fiber, a mock camera assembly, a laser fiber position tracker and a camera position tracker. The mock hypotube is supported by the frame, has a longitudinal axis, is received within the hypotube and is configured to move along the longitudinal axis and rotate about a laser fiber central axis relative to the hypotube. The mock camera assembly is attached to the hypotube and is configured to rotate about a camera central axis relative to the hypotube. The laser fiber position tracker is configured to output laser fiber position information that is indicative of a position of the mock laser fiber relative to the hypotube. The camera position tracker is configured camera position information that is indicative of a position of the mock camera assembly relative to the hypotube. | 10-18-2012 |
20120270195 | Scalpel Brush - A scalpel brush painting device, comprising a retaining ferrule having two open ends, a plurality of bristles protruding from one of the open ends of the retaining ferrule, and a handle attached to or, in some embodiments, releasably attached to the other of the open ends of the retaining ferrule. The scalpel brush painting device can be utilized to train the fine muscles of a user's hand in similar manner as when making incisions utilizing a scalpel, as when painting on a painting medium, and to train the user's hand for the various grip positions utilized when holding a scalpel. | 10-25-2012 |
20120270196 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VIRTUAL WOUND MODULES - Wound care systems and methods are disclosed that provide users with interactive instruction for chronic wound care. The system presents a visual depiction of a patient with a chronic wound and a visual depiction of wound characteristics, cross-section of the wound and interactive wound care tools. Further, the system presents a visual map having on-screen graphics representing at least one of tissue consistency, tissue texture, tissue temperature, tissue moisture and tissue tenderness for a virtual chronic wound. At least some of the on-screen graphics represent visual cues for the wound care such that a user is provided with a visual indication of the response of the virtual wound to the care the user virtually provides. Administrators can select care modules to build custom training tutorials. In addition, the system tracks the user interaction with the virtual training to provide feedback to the administrator or the user. | 10-25-2012 |
20120288837 | Medical Simulation System - A computerized educational apparatus ( | 11-15-2012 |
20120288838 | METHOD FOR SIMULATING A CATHETER GUIDANCE SYSTEM FOR CONTROL, DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING APPLICATIONS - A system is disclosed for incorporating a realistic simulated catheter or catheters within a catheter guidance and control system that operate from the same closed-loop position control feedback and geometric mapping data as the real position control system and are able to make contact with real and simulated datasets. These catheters may be operated in a pure simulation mode without interacting with real catheters and position control hardware, or may be used as control cursors to enhance the placement of catheter positioning targets. The catheter tip, which is focus of magnetic control, is realistically guided by the control system parameters, while the remainder of the catheter line is realistically constrained by the mapped chamber geometry and introducer sheath. | 11-15-2012 |
20120295240 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IMPROVED HEALTH CARE COMPLIANCE - Systems, apparatus, methods, and articles of manufacture may provide for improved health care compliance. Embodiments may comprise, for example, identifying an occurrence of an event associated with the taking of a substance by a patient, determining output information associated with a game, and providing the output information to the patient. Some embodiments may comprise receiving a code associated with a patient, wherein the code includes encoded information that is indicative of an occurrence of an event associated with the taking of a substance by a patient, decoding the code to determine the information, determining whether the occurrence of the event is compliant with a condition associated with the taking of the substance, and providing, in the case that compliance with the condition is determined, one or more rewards to the patient. | 11-22-2012 |
20120308977 | APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR LAPAROSCOPIC SKILLS TRAINING - A laparoscopic trainer platform assembly includes: a training platform; a base, configured to accommodate at least one target array; the target array including a planar surface upon which are disposed a plurality of protruding targets oriented at various angles on the base; a left side support for supporting the training platform on the base; and a right side support for supporting the training platform on the base. | 12-06-2012 |
20130004925 | KEY FOB CONTROLLER FOR AN IMPLANTABLE NEUROSTIMULATOR - Devices, systems, and methods incorporate the most-used functions of a electrical stimulator's controller into a small, thin pocket controller that is not only comfortable to carry in a pocket, but can also be attached to a key ring, lanyard, or other such carrying device for ease of daily use. A separate patient controller charger is used to charge and control the implanted medical device. | 01-03-2013 |
20130022951 | Individualized, genetically-determined dietary supplementation and exercise recommendation with container and dispenser for same - A method, system, and device for providing nutritional detailed dietary (menu planning), exercise, and life coaching guidance and nutritional supplements to maximize Wellness (health and fitness) to a person based on a portion of the person's genetic SNP profile, taking account of at least about 30 genes and variations therein. The person provides a tissue sample to a genetic analysis laboratory, which issues its SNP report. That report, together with the person's responses to a personal habits questionnaire, is analyzed by a nutritionist and also an exercise therapist and a monthly dietary supplementation plan and recommended lifestyle changes are provided to the person. A supplements box is provided to the person with daily and intra-daily doses of prescriptions and supplements, the box containing at least 4 weeks' worth of supplements. The box is filled and refilled monthly to the specifications of the nutritionist, exercise therapist, and lifestyle coach to assist the person in achieving optimum health and vitality, i.e., wellness. | 01-24-2013 |
20130034838 | METHOD FOR PERFORMING IMPLANT SURGERY - The joint implant manufacturer obtains and compiles surgeon-specific surgical and supply preference information in relation to a supplied joint implant prior to surgery. The manufacturer designates and trains at least one surgical team member using the surgeon-specific preference information and then supplies the service of the surgical team member(s) together with the supplied joint implant and supplies. The surgical team member(s) perform surgical procedures on the patient to assist the surgeon in removing a defective joint and replacing it with the supplied implant in accordance with the surgeon's surgical preferences. | 02-07-2013 |
20130040273 | INTEGRATED MULTIMEDIA TOOL SYSTEM AND METHOD TO EXPLORE AND STUDY THE VIRTUAL HUMAN BODY - Several methods, processes and system for modular tool as an integrated multimedia tool system to explore and study the virtual human body is disclosed. Content and context modules allow for scientific gaming using modular multimedia objects, social media and different configurations. The disclosure allows an individual to travel through the virtual human body in a self guided and interactive tour. It specifically enables the user to learn the structure and function of different organs, different types of cells, intercellular space as well as different cellular organelles etc. Further, the system may be used by the local authority as an electronic study tool for seamless integrated mode of delivering the educational tool suited to the local curriculum. This may also serve as a tool for patients, doctors, focus groups and student to explore and learn about the pathological and physiological conditions in a human body. | 02-14-2013 |
20130045469 | MRI TRAINING DEVICE - MRI training and adjustment device for positioning the tip of a medical implement in living tissue, comprising a dummy which contains in the space inside it target pieces that show up in the MRI and the other component parts of which are invisible in the MRI, wherein a further component part of the training device is a base plate, which can be fastened under an MRI coil for the living tissue to be examined and carries at least one fastening block, which can be moved linearly with respect to the tissue and to which there can be detachably fastened either the dummy and/or a tissue pressing frame, which has an opening that is crossed by at least one elongated pressing rail, wherein the base plate, the fastening block, the tissue pressing frame and the pressing rail are invisible in the MRI. | 02-21-2013 |
20130052624 | TRIDIMENSIONAL STOOL ASSESSMENT INSTRUMENT, METHODS, AND USES THEREOF - The present invention relates to a tridimensional stool assessment instrument for evaluating stool type of a subject including a mock toilet and tridimensional models of exemplary stool types sized for placement in the mock toilet. The present invention also relates to methods of evaluating or diagnosing a subject having, or having a propensity to develop, a gastrointestinal disease using the tridimensional stool assessment instrument of the present invention. Moreover, the present invention relates to a kit. | 02-28-2013 |
20130065211 | Ultrasound Simulation Training System - The invention relates to a simulator training system for simulation training in ultrasound examination or ultrasound-guided procedures. The training system comprises a movable simulator input device to be operated by the user, and means for displaying an ultrasound scan view image which is an image or facsimile image of an ultrasound scan. The scan view image is variable and related to the position and/or orientation of the simulator input device. The system further includes means for displaying a second image, the second image being an anatomical graphical representation of a slice through of the body structure associated with the ultrasound scan view, the slice through displaying the scan beam plane of the simulator input device. The ultrasound scan view image and the second image are linked to vary in a coordinated manner as the position and/or orientation of the simulator input device changes. | 03-14-2013 |
20130071825 | DEMENTIA CARE SUPPORT SYSTEM - Appropriate advice according to a symptom of a patient is presented to a caregiver to manage information whether or not the advice is effective so as to support the caregiver. A storage portion of a dementia care support system for outputting advice information for a caregiver about BPSD of a patient stores information of a patient as well as a caregiver, and advice information; an advice information selection portion selects any of the advice information that is stored in the storage portion based on the information of the patient and the caregiver; an information output portion outputs the advice information that is selected by the advice information selection portion; and the storage portion further stores implementation information of a content that is included in the advice information that is output from the information output portion. | 03-21-2013 |
20130089846 | SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND PRODUCTS ADAPTED TO PROVIDE PHYSICAL THERAPY - A process and computer program product involving a computer readable medium tangibly recording computer program logic to provide a physical therapy resource electronically to a patient remote from a physical therapy clinic, hospital, or the like. The computer program product includes code to present instructions for physical activity to the patient via a display, code to receive data from a user interface device, the data indicating movement of the patient, code to analyze the data from the user interface device to discern achievement within a physical therapy regimen, and code to select one or more subsequent exercises for the patient based at least in part on the analyzed data. Systems and related physical therapy products are also disclosed. | 04-11-2013 |
20130101972 | METHODS FOR REDUCING RISK - Methods for limiting and controlling the distribution of dronedarone to patients whose use of the drug might present an unacceptable risk. | 04-25-2013 |
20130157238 | DISEASE SIMULATION SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method of diabetes management including receiving a plurality of readings over time from an analyte sensor, processing each of the readings to generate analyte data, receiving information about external factors, using the analyte data to estimate an amount of medication to be dispensed from a single dose medication device based on the analyte data in combination with the external factors, and displaying an instruction to deliver the amount of medication. | 06-20-2013 |
20130157239 | AUGMENTED REALITY TELE-MENTORING (ART) PLATFORM FOR LAPAROSCOPIC TRAINING - Disclosed herein are methods and systems for tele-mentoring, such as for laparoscopic training. In one example, a system includes a mentor environment and a trainee environment wherein the mentor environment is coupled to the trainee environment so that an image of the mentor laparoscopic instruments is superimposed on the trainee laparoscopic instruments allowing a mentor to provide real-time audible and visual guidance to a trainee. The mentor environment can include a training laparoscopic box simulator with a camera and mentor instructional laparoscopic instruments; a mentor audio/visual processor coupled to the mentor training laparoscopic box simulator; a mentor microphone coupled to the computing device; and a mentor display coupled to at least the computing device. The trainee environment can include a trainee system with trainee laparoscopic instruments and a video device, such as a camera; a trainee microphone coupled to the trainee system; and a trainee display coupled to the mentor environment. | 06-20-2013 |
20130164724 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPLEMENTING MEDICAL PRESCRIPTIONS FACILITATING THE ACCURATE PREPARATION AND USE THEREOF - A system and method for implementing medical prescriptions in a manner which is at least partially independent describing or otherwise representing a medical prescription independent of the writing or other written format originated by a physician, pharmacist, etc. A plurality of indicators are provided, preferably on an indicator composite wherein each of the indicators include indicia representative of the possible terms of a plurality of different prescriptions. At least some of the indicia are pictorial representations wherein selected ones of the plurality of indicators are disposed preferably on any of a plurality of different types of presentation structures in a predetermined array. The indicia of predetermined array of the selected indicators thereby collectively define the operative terms of the prescription which determine accurate and intended content, preparation and terms of use. | 06-27-2013 |
20130189663 | MEDICAL TRAINING SYSTEMS AND METHODS - Simulation systems and methods may enable virtual imaging. A data processing unit may receive data from a calibration unit indicating a position and/or orientation of a position and orientation sensor relative to a physical model. The data processing unit may also receive data from the position and orientation sensor indicating a position and/or orientation of the physical model. The data processing unit may generate a virtual image using the data from the position and orientation sensor and the data from the calibration unit. The data processing unit may render the virtual image to a display. | 07-25-2013 |
20130196300 | ROBOT ASSISTED SURGICAL TRAINING - A surgical training system and method. The system comprises means for recording reference data representing a reference manipulation of a computer generated model of an object by a master user; means for physically guiding a trainee user based on the recorded reference data during a training manipulation of the model of the object by the trainee user; and means for recording assessment data representing an assessment manipulation of the model of the object by the trainee user without guidance. | 08-01-2013 |
20130203031 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OPTIMIZING PARAMETERS OF ORTHOPAEDIC PROCEDURES - Systems and methods for optimizing parameters of an orthopaedic procedure for a particular patient, including parameters relating to the anatomic and biomechanic fit of an implant or implant system implanted into the patient's joint. These systems and methods may utilize patient-specific information gathered pre-operatively in conjunction with optimization algorithms to determine an optimal implant design and an optimal position and orientation for implantation of the implant into the particular patient's joint. | 08-08-2013 |
20130209980 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PROVIDING VIBRATION FEEDBACK IN ROBOTIC SYSTEMS - Systems and methods for training an operator of a robotic surgery system are disclosed. One such method includes enabling the operator to perform a test procedure, recording vibrations of a surgical tool of the robotic surgery system during the test procedure, and generating a score for the operator based at least in part on the recorded vibrations of the surgical tool. | 08-15-2013 |
20130224709 | Portable Low Cost Computer Assisted Surgical Trainer and Assessment System - A system is provided for evaluating MIS procedures. The system includes a sensor configured to receive task-performance data, block components, and actuating components. The sensor, block components, and actuating components are configured to simulate a training task. The system also includes a processor. The processor is configured to determine, based on the received task-performance data, a trial task-performance metric corresponding to a trial performance of the training task. The processor is also configured to select a reference task-performance metric from a plurality of reference task-performance metrics. Each reference task-performance metric in the plurality corresponds to a respective reference performance of the training task. The processor is additionally configured to determine, based on a comparison of the trial task-performance metric to the reference task-performance metric, a task-performance classification level. The processor is further configured to cause a graphical display to provide an indication of the task-performance classification level. | 08-29-2013 |
20130224710 | ROBOTIC DEVICE FOR USE IN IMAGE-GUIDED ROBOT ASSISTED SURGICAL TRAINING - A robotic device for use in image-guided robot assisted surgical training, the robotic device comprising a manual interface structure configured to simulate handling of a surgical tool; a translational mechanism for translational motion of the manual interface structure; a rotational mechanism for rotational motion of the manual interface structure; and a spherical mechanism configured to decouple the orientation of the manual interface structure into spatial coordinates, wherein a linkage between the rotational mechanism, the rotational mechanism and the spherical mechanism, and the manual interface structure are disposed on opposing sides of an intersection of a pitch axis and a yaw axis of the spherical mechanism. | 08-29-2013 |
20130230835 | Method for Simplifying the Donning of Refastenable Disposable Absorbent Articles - A method for simplified donning of a refastenable garment. The method includes configuring the article such that the first transverse side is open and such that the second transverse side is closed; thereafter positioning and fastening the first front and back side panels around a first leg; thereafter opening the second transverse side; thereafter positioning and fastening the second front and back side panels around a second leg; and thereafter drawing the article up into a wear position on the subject. Also disclosed is a method for simplifying the application of a refastenable garment that includes providing specific instructions to a user, such as via graphical images. Also disclosed is a package of refastenable garments, the package including secondary information for simplifying the application of a refastenable garment to a wearer. | 09-05-2013 |
20130230836 | HELMET WITH STAGE BLOOD INDICATOR TO SIMULATE HEAD INJURY - A helmet that both protects the user against injury during a fight and indicates through the cracking of an outer shell and release of stage blood that a blow to the head has been struck sufficient to cause a concussion or bloody head injury to an unprotected head. The helmet includes an inner helmet and outer helmet. The inner helmet is preferably similar in construction to helmets presently used in sports such as football, hockey and bicycling with an absorbent layer next to the user's head, an intermediate soft protective layer and a hard plastic outer layer. On top of the inner helmet, an outer helmet is provided consisting of two plastic shells sandwiching a reservoir of stage blood. For added protection, a visor and neck protector are preferably attached to the helmet. | 09-05-2013 |
20130230837 | MICROSURGERY SIMULATOR - A microsurgery simulator simulates various microsurgical procedures (e.g., nerve reapproximation, ear drain deployment) that utilize a surgical microscope. A surrogate surgical microscope includes a mobile device and an eye piece. A physical surrogate surgical interface represents an interface between a user and a simulated surgical scenario. Sensors sense the user's manipulation of the surrogate surgical interface. A surgical simulation generator generates a real time 3D surgical simulation based on the sensed manipulation. The generator renders the real time surgical simulation into a real time computer graphics generated video representation that is displayed on a screen of the mobile device. A processor of the mobile device is configured to perform at least a portion of a computational analysis that is used to generate the real time computer graphics generated video representation. | 09-05-2013 |
20130230838 | SYSTEM OF PREOPERATIVE PLANNING AND PROVISION OF PATIENT-SPECIFIC SURGICAL AIDS - A method for assisting a user with surgical implementation of a preoperative plan includes generating a physical native tissue model of a native patient tissue. The physical native tissue model includes at least one primary patient tissue area including a surface of interest, at least one secondary patient tissue area including no surfaces of interest, and a base surface for engaging a supporting structure. The physical native tissue model, as generated, includes at least one information feature providing clinically useful information to the user. The information feature is substantially separated from the surface of interest. An apparatus for assisting a user with surgical implementation of a preoperative plan is also provided. | 09-05-2013 |
20130236870 | Online Interactive Practice System - An online, interactive practice system is provided, which allows users to practice skills and to learn about desired subjects using interactive, multimedia practice modules (tools) relating to desired subjects. The system includes a computer system in communication with a plurality of remote user devices via a network, a plurality of multimedia practice modules stored in a database of the computer system each including a lesson relating to a healthcare-related topic and allowing a user to practice a skill relating to the lesson, and a common directory structure for aggregating each of the plurality of multimedia practice modules. The system transmits a software module corresponding to a selected multimedia practice module to at least one of the plurality of remote user devices, for execution thereby to generate a virtual practice environment where the user can view a lesson and virtually practice a skill relating to the lesson. | 09-12-2013 |
20130236871 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DELIVERING PATIENT SPECIFIC CONTENT - A method of providing patient specific content includes storing desired health related information; obtaining patient characteristics; obtaining health related information in accordance with the patient characteristics; and providing the obtained health related information to the patient. | 09-12-2013 |
20130236872 | Automatic Injection Training Device - Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure provide reusable training automatic injection training devices, and components thereof, to simulate and/or mimic an operation of an actual automatic injection device. Exemplary embodiments of the training device can provide audible instructions, which can be in different languages, output from circuitry associated with the training device. Exemplary embodiment of the training device can be a self-contained and portable device that mimics a shape, size, and function of an actual automatic injection device without including a needle or any drug on board. Exemplary embodiments can be implemented to train a user on an operation and/or usage of an actual automatic injection device using embodiments of the automatic injection training devices so that a user can practice an autoinjection without injecting a therapeutic agent, such as a liquid drug, into a recipient | 09-12-2013 |
20130266919 | Medicament Delivery Training Device - In one embodiment herein a medicament delivery training device configured to provide stepwise instructions for using the device that are delivered to a user in a particular sequence is provided. The device includes a housing having an actuation member to simulate delivery of medicament from the device. The device also includes a control interface associated with the device, the control interface including at least one responsive member reactive to a user input. The device further includes a signal output component associated therewith, and circuitry associated with the device configured so as to control a provision of the stepwise instructions to the user in the particular sequence. | 10-10-2013 |
20130280685 | Method and Apparatus for Developing Medical Training Scenarios - A medical training development system for development of medical training scenarios ( | 10-24-2013 |
20130280686 | Medical Procedure Training System - A medical training development system for development of medical training scenarios ( | 10-24-2013 |
20130280687 | MEDICAL INJECTOR SIMULATION DEVICE - An apparatus includes a simulated medicament delivery device and an electronic circuit system coupled to the simulated medicament delivery device. The electronic circuit system is configured to output an electronic output associated with a use of the simulated medicament delivery device. | 10-24-2013 |
20130288214 | Method and System for Automatic Tool Position Determination for Minimally-Invasive Surgery Training - The present invention may be embodied as a method of minimally-invasive surgery (“MIS”) training using a video of an MIS comprising the steps of providing a processor, a display, and a first input device. The method comprises the step of processing the video using the processor to determine a location of the first surgical tool in each of the frames, determining whether the configuration of the first input device substantially corresponds to the location of the first surgical tool in each frame of the video while the video is displayed. The present invention may be embodied as a system for MIS training. The system comprises a processor, a communication device, and a first input device in communication with the processor. The processor is programmed perform any or all of the described disclosed methods. | 10-31-2013 |
20130295540 | Method and System for Minimally-Invasive Surgery Training Using Tracking Data - A system and method for training a person in minimally-invasive surgery (“MIS”) utilizing a video of the MIS. The system comprises a processor, a display, and a first interaction device. The processor programmed to receive the video and to obtain tracking data. The tracking data may correspond to the motion of a tool controller. The tracking data may correspond to motion of a first surgical tool in the video. The processor programmed to calculate motion of the first interaction device corresponding to the tracking data, to display the video, and to cause the first interaction device to move according to the calculated motion. The method comprises receiving the video, obtaining the tracking data, calculating a motion of a first interaction device corresponding to the tracking data, displaying the video, and causing the first interaction device to move according to the calculated motion. | 11-07-2013 |
20130302770 | QUALITY ASSURED ANALYTICAL TESTING SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF - A system and method for quality assured analytical testing is disclosed. A user is prompted by the system questions which relate to an analytical test to be conducted or an analytical instrument to be employed. Input received by the system from the user is evaluated to determine to which degree the inputs are correct. The user is certified if the determined degree is above a preset threshold. Next, the user is prompted by the system for a user identification and if the user is a certified user, access is provided to a testing routine of the analytical instrument. | 11-14-2013 |
20130316318 | Treatment Planning System - The present disclosure is directed to a planning system for planning a surgical procedure. The planning system includes a memory configured to store a plurality of images and a controller configured to render the plurality of images in three dimensions. The controller also automatically segments the plurality of images to demarcate a target area and automatically determines a treatment plan based on the target area. A display is configured to display the rendered plurality of images and the target area. | 11-28-2013 |
20130323699 | SIMULATED MEDICAMENT DELIVERY DEVICE HAVING AN ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT SYSTEM - Medicament delivery devices and simulated medicament delivery devices are described herein. An apparatus includes a simulated medicament injector. The simulated medicament injector includes a battery isolation member and an electronic circuit system having a processor. The battery isolation member is configured to selectively decouple a battery from the processor. | 12-05-2013 |
20130323700 | HYBRID PHYSICAL-VIRTUAL REALITY SIMULATION FOR CLINICAL TRAINING CAPABLE OF PROVIDING FEEDBACK TO A PHYSICAL ANATOMIC MODEL - Systems and methods facilitating training in clinical procedures via mixed reality simulations are disclosed. Such a system can comprise a physical model and a virtual model of an anatomic region associated with the procedure, wherein the virtual model associates tissue types with locations in the physical model. The system can include a tracking component that tracks locations of at least one clinical instrument relative to the models, and an anatomic feedback component that can produce perceptible changes in the physical model based on the interaction between the instrument and virtual model. A clinical device interface can detect outputs of clinical devices like electrical signals, pressure or flow, wherein feedback to the physical model depends on the tracked position of a clinical device and output from the same or different clinical device. Another component can generate feedback effects to the clinical device. Aspects can simulate anesthesiology procedures like local nerve blockade. | 12-05-2013 |
20130330695 | SYSTEM FOR MEDICALLY TREATING A CHILD - A system for medically treating a child comprising a flexible membrane, with indicia thereon, and a plurality of portions, extending distally along the membrane from the start portion. Each portion has at least a second indicia thereon. The second indicia has a characteristic indicative of the developmental age of a child disposed along the membrane. At least one book has pages, each page of the book having the one of the respective at least second indicia thereon. Each page having at least a third indicia corresponding to at least one of a medicine and dosage and the item of medical equipment and size for use with a child of the developmental age indicated by the at least second indicia. | 12-12-2013 |
20130330696 | Rotatable Robotic Manipulation Trainer Assembly - A developmental robotic manipulation trainer assembly may include a housing assembly and a rotatable module carrier assembly for carrying robotic training exercise modules. The rotatable module carrier assembly may rotate about a spindle of the housing assembly. The rotatable module carrier assembly may include a number of dividers for separating the rotatable module carrier assembly into a number of regions. The dividers may be removable from the rotatable module carrier assembly. The developmental robotic manipulation trainer assembly may include a lock member for preventing rotation of the rotatable module carrier assembly. | 12-12-2013 |
20130337423 | METHOD FOR RELIEVING A PARTIAL AIRWAY OBSTRUCTION CAUSED BY A FOREIGN OBJECT - A method of breathing for a choking victim is disclosed, which allows the person to produce a forceful cough for relieving a partial upper airway obstruction caused by a foreign object. When a choking victim is able to move air and cough, the method of sitting or standing erect and inhaling air through the nose can be used to fill the lungs to the point where a powerful cough can be generated to relieve the obstruction. This posture allows inhalation of air through the nasopharynx in order to entrain a large volume of air into the lungs, and further allows the lungs to fully expand and the accessory expiratory muscle to better assist the diaphragm in forced expiration. In this manner, the victim can generate a cough having an expiratory force sufficient to dislodge a foreign object from the upper airway. | 12-19-2013 |
20140004493 | METHODS AND APPARATUSES FOR PRE-ACTION GAMING | 01-02-2014 |
20140011169 | SELF-CONTAINED NEEDLE DECOMPRESSION TRAINING APPARATUS AND ASSOCIATED COMPONENTS - A self-contained medical needle decompression training apparatus is provided. In various embodiments, the system includes a hollow body having at least one sidewall, a closed end, an opposing open end and an interior chamber. The apparatus additionally includes a closure device structured and operable to mate with the open end to close the interior chamber and an orifice on the sidewall of the apparatus that is configured to snugly receive a decompression needle. The orifice may include pads or plugs of pliant material to simulate human flesh, simulated ribs on each side of the orifice, and a bladder in the chamber to simulate air pockets in a human body, such as for example a lung. The interior chamber provides a storage space for medical devices to be used in association with the training system, such as for example medical decompression syringes, needles, flesh pads and replaceable bladders. | 01-09-2014 |
20140024001 | ORAL DEVICE - An oral device ( | 01-23-2014 |
20140024002 | METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AN ORTHOPEDIC FIXATION SYSTEM - An orthopedic fixation system includes a sterile packaged implant kit and a sterile packaged instrument kit. The sterile packaged implant kit includes at least one surgical implant, an insertion device, and an implant package adapted to receive the at least one surgical implant and the insertion device therein. The implant package maintains the at least one surgical implant and the insertion device sterile after sterilization of the sterile packaged implant kit. The sterile packaged instrument kit includes one or more instruments necessary to use the sterile packaged implant kit and an instrument package adapted to receive the one or more instruments therein. The instrument package maintains the one or more instruments sterile after sterilization of the sterile packaged instrument kit. | 01-23-2014 |
20140038149 | Chinese Meridian Health Apparel with Strips and Circles - A therapeutic outfit or body suit design that has the Chinese meridian pathways sewed in or imprinted on each piece of apparel. The Chinese meridian pathways are strips and circles that are placed at the chi energy pathways of the body. The outfit or body suit can be apparel that is snug to the body or loose on the body. The strips and circles on the therapeutic outfit or body suit are heated by the Sun (Solar) or power source. The heated strips and circles promote circulation of blood and chi through the body maintaining physical and emotional well-being. | 02-06-2014 |
20140038150 | COMPUTER-BASED COMBINED PERSONALIZED PRESCRIPTION PACKAGING AND MEDICATION COMPLIANCE SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH INCENTIVES - A computer-based system for implementing and monitoring compliance with a medication regimen, including: at least one memory element of at least one computer configured to store computer readable instructions; and at least one processor for the at least one computer configured to execute the computer readable instructions to: receive the medication regimen from a medical practitioner or a pharmacist, the medication regimen including first instructions for taking the first medication; store the medication regimen in the at least one memory element; generate at least one first compliance message regarding compliance with the first instructions; generate, using the first instructions, a first schedule for transmitting the at least one first compliance message; receive a confirmation that the first medication has been made available to a patient; and transmit, according to the first schedule, the at least one first compliance message for receipt by the patient. | 02-06-2014 |
20140038151 | SIMULATED STAPLING AND ENERGY BASED LIGATION FOR SURGICAL TRAINING - An inexpensive and practical surgical training system to train practitioners in the use of surgical stapling and energy-based ligation instruments and procedures is provided. The system comprises a modified or simulated surgical instrument such as linear surgical stapling device having a fixed anvil and an opposed, movable jaw sized and configured to be closed upon a simulated tissue structure. A marking or inking element is associated with the jaw and anvil of the stapling device and configured to impose a visible pattern on the surfaces of simulated tissue placed between the anvil and jaw. A pressure sensitive adhesive or other adhesive is associated with the inner surfaces of the simulated tissue that is activated upon compression between the anvil and jaw to simulate surgical occlusion. | 02-06-2014 |
20140057234 | DEVICE FOR TRAINING THE APPLICATION OF COMPRESSION MATERIAL - The invention relates to the training and monitoring of a correct application of compression material. A training extremity ( | 02-27-2014 |
20140072939 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR IDENTIFYING PATIENT PREFERENCES WITH RESPECT TO MEDICAL TREATMENT ATTRIBUTES - Embodiments facilitate determining patient preferences with respect to treatment attributes. A set of treatment options, comprising attributes, for a medical condition may be accessed. A first subset of treatment options may be selected and displayed to a patient. An indication may be received from the patient of a most preferred treatment option and/or a least preferred treatment option. Using the indications received from the patient regarding the first subset of treatment options, another subset of treatment options may be adaptively selected. An indication from the patient of a most preferred treatment option and/or a least preferred treatment option of the adaptively selected subset of treatment options may be received. Based at least in part on the indications received from the patient, a utility function may be generated. The utility function may be used to generate, optionally in substantially real-time, scoring and/or ranking information with respect to the plurality of attributes. | 03-13-2014 |
20140087342 | TRAINING AND TESTING SYSTEM FOR ADVANCED IMAGE PROCESSING - Techniques for providing medical image processing training are described herein. According to one embodiment, at least one medical image associated with a medical image processing training course (MIPTC) is displayed in a first display area. An instruction is displayed in a second display area, where the instruction requests a user to perform a quantitative determination on at least a portion of a body part within the medical image displayed in the first display area. In response to a user action from the user, the requested determination is performed on the displayed medical image. It is determined automatically without user intervention at least one quantitative value representing a result of the user action. The quantitative value is compared to a predefined model answer. | 03-27-2014 |
20140093852 | SURGICAL TRAINING MODEL FOR LAPAROSCOPIC PROCEDURES - A model for practicing laparoscopic surgical skills is provided. The model includes a base having a plurality of practice stations at the upper surface. The practice stations include a cover having a first closed position in which a cavity is concealed beneath the cover and a second open position in which the cover is moved to uncover the cavity. The covers are connected to the surface in a number of ways to provide a variety of haptic responses useful in fine-tuning laparoscopic surgical skills. The cover is configured as a door hinged with or without a bias, a flexible flap, a sliding cover, a lid, and a penetrable sheet. An object for removal is hidden inside the cavity underneath the cover for practicing hand-to-hand transfer of instruments, use of both hands, switching instruments and determining and visualizing tissue planes in a laparoscopic environment. | 04-03-2014 |
20140099616 | Patient Education Modules - A computer-implemented method comprising: retrieving, by one or more computer systems, a patient education module for educating a patient about a medical procedure; wherein a structure of the patient education module comprises a first educational section and a second educational section; where the first educational section comprises information and one or more visualizations related to a first stage of the medical procedure; wherein the second educational section comprises information and one or more visualizations related to a second stage of the medical procedure; transmitting, to a device used by the patient, the patient education module for the patient to review the patient education module; receiving, from the device used by the patient, information specifying that the patient has reviewed and understood one or more of the first educational section and the second educational section. | 04-10-2014 |
20140099617 | PATIENT SIMULATION SYSTEM FOR MEDICAL SERVICES OR DIAGNOSTIC MACHINES - A system, method, and apparatus for a patient simulator that interacts with a diagnostic or therapeutic medical device. The system includes a computing device coupled to a patient module. The patient module includes hydraulic equipment that simulates a baseline fluid interconnection with a therapeutic device. The computing device manages physical and virtual data, provides algorithmic calculations for simulating hypothetical patient vital signs, long-term clinical course, and simulates related fluid properties. The simulation system automatically executes a step-wise clinical scenario, specified in a spreadsheet format of patient conditions and equipment scenarios, that also includes audio/visual stimuli of operating room and diagnostic clinic environments, along with data recording capabilities. The therapeutic device can be a heart lung machine (HLM), an extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) machine, an emergency cardiac life support (ECLS) device, a ventricular assist device (VAD), a dialysis machines, a hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC) machine, and an aortic balloon pump. | 04-10-2014 |
20140106323 | REPRESENTATIONS OF PHYSIOLOGICAL STRUCTURES FOR TREATMENT SIMULATION - Representations of physiological structures for thermal treatment simulation. Training operators of the treatment devices by physically illustrating thermal profiles on organs, tissue, and nerves in real time may advantageously provide an understanding of heating and/or cooling effects. An experimenter may witness the thermal effects of lesion creation (e.g., RF lesion creation) rather than just monitoring a thermocouple temperature and assuming end-organ/tissue/nerve effects. | 04-17-2014 |
20140106324 | SYSTEM, METHOD, USE AND INFORMATION STORAGE MEDIUM FOR PRACTICING OF AN INHALATION PROCESS - An inhalation training system and a method for practicing of an inhalation process and a method of operating a portable communications device in this respect and to an information storage medium are improved. An air flow during inhalation is converted into an acoustic signal, especially a whistling tone. The acoustic signal is picked up by a microphone of a portable communications device, such as a smartphone, and is electronically evaluated. The inhalation training system has a mouthpiece and a converter apparatus for converting the air flow into the acoustic signal and in addition has a holding apparatus for especially detachable holding of the communications device. | 04-17-2014 |
20140106325 | Method And Apparatus For Identifying An Instrument Location Based On Measuring A Characteristic - A method to determine the location of an instrument within a patient can be based upon the measuring of a characteristic within the patient and matching the currently measured characteristic with a previously measured characteristic. If the measurements of a characteristic matches in an appropriate or selected manner then a location match can be determined. The characteristic can be any appropriate characteristic and measured in any appropriate way. | 04-17-2014 |
20140113263 | Clinical Training and Advice Based on Cognitive Agent with Psychological Profile - A method and apparatus for a clinical simulation system targets psychological phenomena that can negatively impact the decision making of both a clinician and a patient. Techniques include identifying an independently reasoning agent in a medical clinical information processing system configured to simulate interactions between a clinician and a patient. The method also includes determining, on the system, psychological profile data that indicates one or more personality traits for the agent. The method further includes storing psychological profile data on the system in a hierarchical data structure for a natural language processing system. The method still further includes determining simulation output from the system based at least in part on the psychological profile data. | 04-24-2014 |
20140127660 | Apparatus, Method and System for Microsurgical Suture Training - A system comprising: an apparatus for training microsurgical suturing on simulated tissue; an imaging system for capturing an image and/or video of the suture; and a suture training recommendation engine configured to determine the suture quality. | 05-08-2014 |
20140127661 | SYRINGE OPERATION PRACTICE DEVICE - Provided is a syringe operation detection device | 05-08-2014 |
20140127662 | COMPUTERIZED MEDICAL TRAINING SYSTEM - A method of medical training includes presenting a user with a medical scenario within a medical simulation in which the user plays a physician. The medical scenario includes an interaction between the user and a patient. Performance data corresponding to the user is identified. The identified performance data is based at least in part on an action of the user during the interaction between the user and the patient. The user is evaluated based at least in part on the identified performance data to determine whether the user has achieved a training goal within the medical simulation. The training goal is intended to improve a medical skill of the user. | 05-08-2014 |
20140134586 | ORTHOPEDIC TOOL POSITION AND TRAJECTORY GUI - A prosthetic hip installation system comprising a reamer, an impactor, a tracking element, and a remote system. The tracking element can be integrated into the reamer or impactor for providing tracking data on the position or orientation. Alternatively, the tracking element can be housed in a separate module that can be coupled to either the reamer or impactor. The tracking element will couple to a predetermined location. Points in 3D space can be registered to provide a frame of reference for the tracking element or when the tracking element is moved from tool to tool. The tracking element sends data from the reamer or impactor wirelessly. The remote system receives the tracking data and can further process the data. A display on the remote system can support placement and orientation of the tool to aid in the installation of the prosthetic component. | 05-15-2014 |
20140141397 | Method And Apparatus For Verified Education Of Patient Medical Conditions And Procedures - A computer-based apparatus for verified education of patient medical conditions and procedures provides 3D animations and 3D image stills, follow up quiz for patients, a built in informed consent form, usage tracking that gives a healthcare provider a consistent way to educated patients about anatomy, surgical and non-surgical procedures and medical conditions with the ability to track all usage records and a built in legal informed consent. Each view per patient is tracked and it is logged which healthcare provider was there, the 3D animations and/or 3D image stills viewed, a quiz was taken and scored, a digital informed consent form was signed and accompanied by screen grabs of the 3D animations and/or 3D image stills shared with the patient. | 05-22-2014 |
20140154655 | DENTAL IMPLANT SURGICAL TRAINING SIMULATION SYSTEM - A bone implant surgery system is used for simulating a dental surgical procedure having a display that shows placing a simulated bone implant at a simulated implant site on a living body by using a simulated surgical tool holding the simulated bone implant. At least one hand-held haptic device is used to control the surgical tool and at least one controller is specifically configured to cause movement of the surgical tool on the display based on motions of the haptic device and to cause haptic feedback to a user holding the haptic device depending on the position of the surgical tool on the display. A user may then review and evaluate the results of the surgical simulation. | 06-05-2014 |
20140170620 | System and Method for Teaching Basic Ultrasound Skills - A system and method that improves the speed and efficiency through which ultrasound practitioners acquire and develop essential basic ultrasound skills in a simulated environment without the need of actual patients or subjects. The system utilizes a simulator with an input device that manipulate a virtual transducer probe in a simulated 3D space to cut a slice through a basic shape. A 2D section of the cut plane is also displayed so that the practitioner can learn to relate 2D section with their 3D objects cut in cross-section. | 06-19-2014 |
20140186808 | INTERACTIVE WEB-BASED PLATFORM FOR FACILITATING BIOMARKER EDUCATION AND PATIENT TREATMENT ANALYSIS - A method and server device that facilitates biomarker education by obtaining, with an interactive web-based platform, educational content corresponding to a plurality of laboratory biomarkers from a plurality of content providers, the educational content comprising at least medical or technical information for each of the biomarkers. The educational content is stored in a database. Web pages of the platform including at least a subset of the educational content are provided to a user in response to an interaction by the user with at least one navigation menu of the platform. Discussion of one or more of the biomarkers or the educational content is facilitated by providing a forum for obtaining comments from content providers or users and storing the comments in the database, wherein the web pages provided to the user include one or more of the comments. | 07-03-2014 |
20140193788 | METHOD, A DEVICE AND A COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR TRAINING THE USE OF AN AUTO-INJECTOR - The invention provides a handheld device for training a user in operating an auto-injector. The device has a screen and a sensor which can quantify a physical activity of the device. A visual representation of the auto-injector and a visual instruction for a desired use of the auto-injector are presented on the screen while the user is requested to manipulate the handheld device as if it was the auto-injector. By use of the sensor date, the device evaluates the performance of the user and determines a level of compliance with the instructions. Accordingly, the invention provides an increased safety in the use of auto-injectors e.g. for epinephrine (adrenaline). | 07-10-2014 |
20140193789 | CUTTING SIMULATION DEVICE AND CUTTING SIMULATION PROGRAM | 07-10-2014 |
20140199673 | 3D VIRTUAL TRAINING SYSTEM AND METHOD - A method is provided for a 3D virtual training system. The 3D virtual training system includes a 3D display screen and an operating device, and the method includes initializing a virtual medical training session to be displayed on the 3D display screen, where 3D display contents include at least a 3D virtual image of a surgery site. The method also includes obtaining user interaction inputs via the operating device and the 3D display screen, and displaying on the 3D display screen a virtual surgery device and a virtual surgery operation on the surgery site by the virtual surgery device. Further, the method includes determining an operation consequence based on the user interaction inputs and the surgery site, rendering the operation consequence based on the surgery site and effects of the virtual surgery operation, and displaying 3D virtual images of the rendered operation consequence on the 3D display screen. | 07-17-2014 |
20140205981 | DIALYSIS TREATMENT SIMULATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS - A dialysis treatment simulation system and method are provided that comprise a treatment simulator, a computing module, and a user interface. The treatment simulator generates an event notification that simulates a notification of an event related to an interaction between a dialysis treatment machine and a patient. The computing module generates a request for a user action in response to the simulated event notification. The user interface outputs the simulated event notification and the request for the user action to an output device and provides a received user response to the computing module. | 07-24-2014 |
20140212860 | VIRTUAL-REALITY SIMULATOR TO PROVIDE TRAINING FOR SENTINEL LYMPH NODE SURGERY USING IMAGE DATA AND DATABASE DATA - A virtual-reality method for surgical training simulates the task of detecting sentinel lymph nodes using a nuclear uptake probe. The simulator can be used with lymphoscintigraphic clinical imaging data to provide patient-specific training scenarios. In yet another embodiment, the apparatus can use a database representing mathematical phantoms to simulate different patient sizes, node distributions, node uptakes, and combinations thereof. | 07-31-2014 |
20140220527 | Video-Based System for Improving Surgical Training by Providing Corrective Feedback on a Trainee's Movement - An intelligent system that supports real-time and offline feedback based on automated analysis of a trainee's performance using data streams captured in the training process is disclosed. | 08-07-2014 |
20140234821 | Simulator for simulation of surgical procedures, particularly in cardiac and thoracic surgery - A simulator for surgical procedures is disclosed. The simulator can include a frame having a first wall and a second wall, where a passage opening is disposed in the first wall. Additionally, a variable wall can be inserted on the second wall in at least two different positions and the variable wall can have an opening. | 08-21-2014 |
20140242563 | DRUG, SURGICAL, AND MEDICAL EDUCATION PROCESSES - A national standardized protocol developed by interfacing the FDA, medical societies, pharmaceutical companies, surgical companies, and patient focus groups for education patients about medications and surgical procedures which can be modified as new risks are discovered is desirable. Linking patient metadata to received information and then being able to identify patients about new risks and communicate to each patient is also desirable. Patients should receive all currently available information about a medication or surgical procedure and receive any newly discovered information. | 08-28-2014 |
20140242564 | PORTABLE LAPAROSCOPIC TRAINER - A portable surgical training device is provided. The trainer includes a top cover spaced apart from a base to form a simulated body cavity for locating model organs that are substantially obscured from the field of view of the user. The top cover includes a video display, fixed insertion ports and interchangeable inserts containing simulated tissue layers. The training device has open sides for demonstrating and training lateral surgical techniques including a simulated or live tissue colon attached to a support leg for simulating transanal minimally invasive surgery. A training endoscope with an adjustable focal length for use with the trainer and, in particular, with optical trocars is disclosed. The surgical trainer can be angled and is well suited for training laparoscopic surgery techniques and demonstrating surgical instruments. | 08-28-2014 |
20140255892 | DEVICE AND METHOD FOR TAPERING MEDICATIONS IN POST-OPERATIVE PATIENTS - A device and method of tapering medication in a post-operative patient is provided. The system includes a stationary base having indicia thereon representative of a defined period of time; a first circular wheel concentrically positioned on the stationary base, the first circular wheel representative of a first medication being taken by a patient; and a pin coupling the substantially circular wheel to said stationary base to permit the wheel to rotate 360 degrees about said base. The method of tapering medication includes gradually increasing the time intervals that medication is administered to a post-operative patient. | 09-11-2014 |
20140255893 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR MANAGING SKILLS ASSESSMENT - The present invention is directed to a method and skills assessment tool for managing a testing session in a clinical skills testing center comprising a plurality of assessment stations. The method according to the preferred embodiment of the present invention includes configuring the plurality of assessment stations by associating each of the stations with a case type prior to the beginning of the testing session, receiving electronic identification of a student at one of a plurality of assessment stations prior to the student commencing an encounter at the one assessment station during the testing session, and, in response to receiving the student's identification, automatically assigning the student to the one assessment station for the encounter, where the encounter corresponds with the case type associated with the one assessment station. | 09-11-2014 |
20140272860 | DECISION SUPPORT TOOL FOR USE WITH A MEDICAL MONITOR-DEFIBRILLATOR - Work flows are modeled as a graph of interdependent tasks to be performed. The tasks to be performed are set by a task file module configured to enable interactions between tasks and including modules for event viewing, protocol assistance, smart messaging, smart indices, reference material lookup. A decision support manager module is configured to construct data and model profiles for storage in a data and model profile bank, events for storage in a decision support events bank, and protocols for storage in a decision support protocol bank. Configuration files are provided to specify a configuration for execution of one of the tasks. Data entered through a user interface or from a network via a wireless or wired communication module may define task files in the task files module, configuration files in the configuration files module, as well as data, events, and protocols to be used for a defibrillation procedure. A decision support manager module is configured to construct a dependency graph of tasks as specified in at least one of the configuration files and to execute the dependency graph. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272861 | PATCH PUMP TRAINING DEVICE - Described are methods and systems to train a user in the proper operation of a manual patch pump to ensure that the user can attach the patch pump to a suitable location on the skin of the user and actuate the pump correctly in accordance with a prescribed dosing schedule or a self-calculated dosing schedule. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272862 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR VIRTUAL PROBLEM BASED LEARNING - A computer-implemented method includes selecting, by a virtual problem-based learning (PBL) system, information indicative of a medical profile of a patient; accessing, by the virtual PBL system, information indicative of a team of students using the virtual PBL system; generating, by the virtual PBL system and based on the medical profile, an medical PBL schema comprising a medical problem to be solved by the team of students; generating a plurality of sections in the medical PBL schema, with each section promoting solving of the medical problem, and with each section associated with (i) a private work environment for a student to privately analyze the medical problem, and (ii) a shared, anonymous work environment for the students to view analysis performed by other students in solving the medical problem; and transmitting, to one or more client systems used by the students participating in the virtual problem-based learning system, the medical PBL schema. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272863 | User Interface For Virtual Reality Surgical Training Simulator - Exemplary embodiments of a virtual reality surgical training simulator may be described. A virtual reality surgical training simulator may have a rendering engine, a physics engine, a metrics engine, a graphical user interface, and a human machine interface. The rendering engine can display a three-dimensional representation of a surgical site containing visual models of organs and surgical tools located at the surgical site. The physics engine can perform a variety of calculations in real time to represent realistic motions of the tools, organs, and anatomical environment. A graphical user interface can be present to allow a user to control a simulation. Finally, a metrics engine may be present to evaluate user performance and skill based on a variety of parameters that can be tracked during a simulation. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272864 | Metrics Engine for Virtual Reality Surgical Training Simulator - Exemplary embodiments of a virtual reality surgical training simulator may be described. A virtual reality surgical training simulator may have a rendering engine, a physics engine, a metrics engine, a graphical user interface, and a human machine interface. The rendering engine can display a three-dimensional representation of a surgical site containing visual models of organs and surgical tools located at the surgical site. The physics engine can perform a variety of calculations in real time to represent realistic motions of the tools, organs, and anatomical environment. A graphical user interface can be present to allow a user to control a simulation. Finally, a metrics engine may be present to evaluate user performance and skill based on a variety of parameters that can be tracked during a simulation. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272865 | Physics Engine for Virtual Reality Surgical Training Simulator - Exemplary embodiments of a virtual reality surgical training simulator may be described. A virtual reality surgical training simulator may have a rendering engine, a physics engine, a metrics engine, a graphical user interface, and a human machine interface. The rendering engine can display a three-dimensional representation of a surgical site containing visual models of organs and surgical tools located at the surgical site. The physics engine can perform a variety of calculations in real time to represent realistic motions of the tools, organs, and anatomical environment. A graphical user interface can be present to allow a user to control a simulation. Finally, a metrics engine may be present to evaluate user performance and skill based on a variety of parameters that can be tracked during a simulation. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272866 | Visual Rendering Engine for Virtual Reality Surgical Training Simulator - Exemplary embodiments of a virtual reality surgical training simulator may be described. A virtual reality surgical training simulator may have a rendering engine, a physics engine, a metrics engine, a graphical user interface, and a human machine interface. The rendering engine can display a three-dimensional representation of a surgical site containing visual models of organs and surgical tools located at the surgical site. The physics engine can perform a variety of calculations in real time to represent realistic motions of the tools, organs, and anatomical environment. A graphical user interface can be present to allow a user to control a simulation. Finally, a metrics engine may be present to evaluate user performance and skill based on a variety of parameters that can be tracked during a simulation. | 09-18-2014 |
20140272867 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PERFORMING VIRTUAL SURGERY - A method and system are presented for performing virtual surgery simulations. The computer system includes a processor and a memory. The method includes receiving user input from a user via a user interface. The user input includes input representing surgical operations or non-surgical invasive procedures. The method also includes processing the user input and utilizing the input to generate or modify a computational model. The method also includes running simulations using the computational model in accordance with the user input. After running the simulations, the method further includes determining results from the simulations. The results correspond to probable effects or outcomes of performing real life surgical operations or non-surgical invasive procedures corresponding to the user input. Last, the method includes presenting the results to the user via the user interface. | 09-18-2014 |
20140287393 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE EVALUATION OF OR IMPROVEMENT OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY SKILLS - A system to assist in at least one of the evaluation of or the improvement of skills to perform minimally invasive surgery includes a minimally invasive surgical system, a video system arranged to record at least one of a user's interaction with the minimally invasive surgical system or tasks performed with the minimally invasive surgical system, and a data storage and processing system in communication with the minimally invasive surgical system and in communication with the video system. The minimally invasive surgical system provides at least one of motion data, ergonomics adjustment data, electrical interface interaction data or mechanical interface interaction data of at least a component of the minimally invasive surgical system in conjunction with time registered video signals from the video system. The data storage and processing system processes the at least one of motion data, ergonomics adjustment data, electrical interface interaction data or mechanical interface interaction data to provide a performance metric in conjunction with the time registered video signals to be made available to an expert for evaluation. | 09-25-2014 |
20140302472 | LAMAZE BREATHING COACH - A system for coaching breathing techniques includes a processor and storage device. An input receiver connected to the processor receives selection of a selected breathing technique. When executed, the processor causes a presentation in a first portion of the display device representing a desired breathing pattern based on the selected breathing technique. The processor monitors breathing sounds from a microphone and causes a presentation in a second portion of the display device representing an actual breathing pattern of a user. The processor correlates the actual breathing pattern with the desired breathing pattern based on the selected breathing technique and provides directions to the user to inhale and exhale according to the selected breathing technique. An image acquisition device acquires image data of the user. The processor correlates the image data of the user with predetermined relaxation images and provides directions to the user to establish a relaxing posture. | 10-09-2014 |
20140302473 | STETHOSCOPY TRAINING SYSTEM AND SIMULATED STETHOSCOPE - Provided is a stethoscopy training system which is inexpensive and has a simple configuration, without using a device which measures a respiratory operation of a simulated patient. The stethoscopy training system for this objective is formed from: a simulated stethoscope ( | 10-09-2014 |
20140308642 | Simulated Medical Device - A simulated medical device may include a visual display, a processor, a memory, a switch connected to a power supply, a body housing the visual display, the processor, the memory, and the switch, and a simulated probe coupled to the body. The body is configured to receive internally at least a portion of the simulated probe. The switch is configured to provide a supply of power to the processor when the at least a portion of the simulated probe is external to the body and to disconnect the supply of power to the processor if the at least a portion of the simulated probe is inserted in the body. The processor is configured to cause the visual display to display at least a first simulated medical value in response to receiving the supply of power at the processor and after a time duration indicated by a simulated acquisition time. | 10-16-2014 |
20140315172 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTERACTIVE SCENARIO-BASED MEDICAL INSTRUCTION - Systems and methods for providing a framework (e.g. software, hardware, firmware, etc.) allow students and health professionals to learn and practice medical principles and refine essential skills in a virtual environment. The disclosed framework allows students (users) to interact with virtual patients in various scenarios, exposing users to medical illnesses and conditions. For example, the disclosed framework allows users to identify and manage different illnesses and conditions that may not be common in their geographic location, and exposes users to patient types and ethnic groups that they may not be exposed to otherwise. | 10-23-2014 |
20140315173 | Simulation Add-On Device to Allow Anterior-Posterior and/or Anterior-Lateral Defibrillation - The present invention takes the form of a device for training a user in defibrillation technique. The device includes a non-conductive belt that encircles a chest of a typical training simulator. The device includes conductive studs disposed in the AP or AL position, and therefore allows for training of the AP or AL defibrillation technique, respectively. The device can be used in conjunction with a high-technology simulator. In such a case the conductive studs redirect simulated cardiac rhythm signals and defibrillator electricity, allowing for the simulation of defibrillation in the AP position. The device can also be used in conjunction with a low-technology simulator or a pillow to provide AP and/or AL defibrillation functionality. In such a case, a rhythm simulator is used to simulate heart rhythm and dissipate defibrillation energy. | 10-23-2014 |
20140315174 | UNIVERSAL MICROSURGICAL SIMULATOR - A microsurgical simulation system includes a display for providing a virtual simulation of images of a model of a human eye and a hand-held tool for simulating a surgical tool. The hand-held tool comprises a position and orientation sensor for supplying positional signals to a processor to indicate a position and orientation of the hand held tool and a tracking system for supplying measurement signals to the processor to indicate a linear distance between a first component and a second component of the hand-held tool. A virtual representation of the hand-held tool is presented on the display, and the appearance and positioning of the virtual representation of the hand-held tool is based on the positional signals and measurement signals supplied to the processor by the hand-held device. | 10-23-2014 |
20140322687 | COMPUTER SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING PHYSICAL THERAPY METHODS - A computer system providing information relating to the delivery of physical therapy services to a patient suffering from a musculoskeletal impairment or a neuro-musculoskeletal impairment is provided. The computer system comprises at least one data store comprising a plurality of stored pain patterns; a plurality of physical examination therapy examination methods; and a plurality of physical therapy intervention methods. The computer system further comprises a data processing element, configured to select a stored pain pattern based on an input pain pattern and determine at least one physical therapy examination method and at least one physical therapy intervention method based on the selected stored pain pattern. | 10-30-2014 |
20140329214 | Physiological Indicator Monitoring For Identifying Stress Triggers and Certain Health Problems - Disclosed is a portable, wearable device for measuring parameters including blood oxygenation, galvanic skin response, skin temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure, and exertion level, and diagnosing stress and other conditions which cause stress-like physiological responses based on the results of the monitoring and on patient input of feelings and symptoms. Specific queries and advice on stress reduction, related disease management, and stress and disease education is also provided to the patient through the device. | 11-06-2014 |
20140335494 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR FACILITATING COACHING AND/OR ANALYSIS OF PRESSURE-BASED TREATMENT - Coaching and/or analysis of pressure-based treatment may be facilitated by a handheld treatment device. A force exerted on a body part of a subject may be quantified. The force may be exerted by a force exerting object (e.g., a hand) on the treatment device disposed between the force exerting object and the body part of the subject. The force may be applied as the pressure-based treatment. A position of the body part on the body of the subject may be determined based on the position of the treatment device relative to the body of the subject. Various parameters associated with the pressure-based treatment may be determined. Instructions associated with the pressure-based treatment may be provided via the treatment device. A given instruction may relate to a magnitude of the exerted force and/or a position on the body of the subject where the force is to be applied. | 11-13-2014 |
20140335495 | MEDICAMENT DELIVERY TRAINING DEVICE - A medicament delivery training device configured to provide stepwise instructions for using the device to a user in a sequence of steps is provided in an embodiment herein. The medicament delivery training device includes a housing, a sensor, a microprocessor, a storage medium component associated with the microprocessor comprising a database of instructions pertaining to the sequence of steps for using the device stored thereon, one or more program code modules stored on the microprocessor or the storage medium component wherein the one or more program code modules comprise a first program code module for causing the microprocessor to provide a first instruction, and a second program code module for causing the microprocessor to provide a subsequent instruction based on a current register. | 11-13-2014 |
20140349263 | FOLDABLE MEDICAL SIMULATION SYSTEM - Embodiments of the invention are directed to a foldable system for a simulated image-guided medical procedure. The system includes a foldable base having at least two portions connected by a hinge, each to support one of the guide tubes two or more guide tubes to guide operational tools and two or more tracking units to detect tracking information of the operational tools. The tracking units are configured to provide tracking information to a processor be used in an image guided computerized medical simulation. | 11-27-2014 |
20140356833 | GENERATING INFORMATION RELATING TO A COURSE OF A PROCEDURE - A system for generating information relating to a course of a procedure is described. A current position determiner ( | 12-04-2014 |
20140356834 | Device to Record Competence - A medical training system is disclosed comprising a medical sensor, a student record database having a plurality of records relating to training of students, wherein the student record database is connectable to a medical sensor for monitoring medical procedures on a patient; and a data entry device for entry of student performance data to the student record database, the student performance data being indicative of performance of the students on at least one medical procedure. | 12-04-2014 |
20140370474 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PART-TASK TRAINING BOX FOR FLEXIBLE ENDOSCOPY - Embodiments of the invention provide an endoscopic training system and method for the development of endoscopic procedure skills and technical competency of an endoscopist. The system includes a portable part-task enclosure with a plurality of walls defining an internal chamber. One of the walls includes an access port coupling the internal chamber to an external environment and the access port can be configured to facilitate the passage of a flexible endoscope insertion member. The system further includes a plurality of objects disposed within the internal chamber. Each of the plurality of objects is configured for manipulation by a medical tool that extends through the flexible endoscope insertion member. | 12-18-2014 |
20150037772 | AUTOMATIC INJECTION DEVICE - An automatic injection device for providing a subcutaneous injection is disclosed. The device includes a syringe movably disposed in a housing and including a barrel portion, a needle and a bung for sealing the barrel portion. The device includes a plunger for moving the syringe towards a first open end of the housing such that the needle projects from the first end, and for subsequently applying pressure to the bung. The plunger includes a rod connected at a first end to the bung, a compressible expanded central portion, and a flange between a second end of the rod and the central portion. The device also includes a biasing mechanism for biasing the plunger towards the first open end of the housing, the biasing mechanism disposed about the second end of the rod between the flange and a second end of the housing. | 02-05-2015 |
20150037773 | Tissue-Simulation Device for Learning and Training in Basic Techniques of Laparoscopic, Endoscopic or Minimally-Invasive Surgery - The simulator device of the present invention has been created ex profeso for being applied in the learning, training and evaluation, mainly of basic techniques of surgery, particularly laparoscopic, endoscopic or minimal invasion techniques, and the use of specialized instruments. It includes a variety of modules or components capable of being assembled into different shapes so as to erect or mount different working stations, specific for different practice exercises, such an incision, manipulation of object, forming suture stitches and surgical knots, as well as other exercises. | 02-05-2015 |
20150044653 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF TRAINING AND TESTING MEDICAL PROCEDURES ON MOBILE DEVICES - Systems, methods, and devices for providing interactive medical procedure testing are provided. One method includes providing a medical training and/or testing prompt on the device indicating equipment and/or procedures for one or more of: administering oxygen to a patient, performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), performing airway management, managing shock, managing spinal cord injury, managing fracture, and performing triage. The method further includes receiving a medical training and/or testing interaction in response to the medical training and/or testing prompt. The method further includes evaluating the medical training and/or testing interaction. The method further includes adjusting a characteristic of the device based on said evaluating. | 02-12-2015 |
20150044654 | Crowd-Sourced Assessment of Technical Skill (C-SATS.TM./CSATS.TM.) - Methods and apparatus are provided for evaluating surgical skills. A computing device can receive a request to evaluate media content of surgical skills with an evaluation form for evaluating the surgical skills. The computing device can determine evaluator groups. The computing device can provide the media content and the evaluation form to each evaluator group. The computing device can receive evaluations of the surgical skills from at least one evaluator of each evaluator group. Each evaluation can include at least one partially-completed evaluation form. The computing device can determine, for each evaluator group, one or more per-group scores of the surgical skills, where the per-group scores for a designated evaluation group are based on an analysis of the evaluations of the surgical skills from the evaluators in the designated evaluation group. The computing device can provide the one or more per-group scores. | 02-12-2015 |
20150050630 | TRAINING SYSTEM FOR EDUCATING USERS ABOUT A HEALTH CARE SYSTEM - A method of educating a user on a health care system includes providing access to a plurality of educational topics through the web site. The educational topics relate to user interaction with and navigation through a health care system. The educational topics are arranged in a pre-determined sequential order including: pre-event information including information on one or more educational topics that educate the user on how to interact with the health care system before a health care event occurs, active event information including information on one or more educational topics that educate the user on how to interact with the health care system during the occurrence of a health care event, and post-event information including information on one or more educational topics that educate the user on how to interact with the health care system after one or more health care events has occurred. | 02-19-2015 |
20150056591 | DEVICE FOR TRAINING USERS OF AN ULTRASOUND IMAGING DEVICE - Disclosed are methods and devices for simulating ultrasound procedures and for training ultrasound users. Additionally disclosed are methods and devices for simulating needle insertion procedures, such as amniocentesis procedures, and for training physicians to perform such needle insertion procedures. | 02-26-2015 |
20150064675 | RESPONSIVE TOOL WITH SENSORS - A flexible responsive surface of a tool is used on a tool (robotic or manual) that has a major surface and a sensor attached to and aligned with the major surface of the responsive tool. The sensor may have piezoelectric body, such as an elastic body containing conductive nanotubes homogeneously distributed therein to form a conductive path and at least two electrodes in electrical connection with the conductive path. Tools used in any surgical or medical treatment that are the subject of medical procedures are particularly useful in methods used in training personnel and evaluating medical techniques and medical personnel. | 03-05-2015 |
20150072328 | SIMULATED CONTRAST INJECTION MEDIUM - A medical fluid injection system may include a powered injector and a fluid reservoir that contains a simulated contrast medium. The simulated contrast medium may exhibit a fluid flow property substantially equal to that of an active contrast medium but be devoid of any active contrast agent that provides contrast during diagnostic imaging. During operation, a syringe in the powered injector may be filled with the simulated contrast medium and then evacuated to discharge the simulated contrast medium from the syringe. The simulated contrast medium may be used to test and evaluate the performance of the powered injector prior to use in a medical procedure without exposing personnel to an active contrast agent or creating medical waste that contains the active contrast agent. | 03-12-2015 |
20150079566 | SIMULATOR FOR BREAST IMAGING EXAMINATIONS - A system simulating the reviewing process of breast imaging examination (i.e. mammographic) information provides a data file of breast imaging information including mammographic (and other breast imaging examinations) images that may be scored by a trainee on computerized worksheet and expert assessments of those images. Quantitative data in the expert assessment may be compared to trainee-entered data recovered from the worksheet to provide an assessment of trainee proficiency in interpreting breast imaging studies. The data file of breast imaging information may be derived from actual clinical data anonymized and selected to provide for realistic yet demanding simulation. | 03-19-2015 |
20150093733 | SOFTWARE PRODUCT USING GAMING PROTOCOLS AND TECHNOLOGY TO HELP PEOPLE DEAL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS - A software product using gaming protocols and technology to help people deal with chronic conditions is described herein comprising four modules. The first module presents a therapeutic component to teach condition management skills. The second module presents a query component to assess various conditions. The third module presents an activities component to determine progress towards learning condition management skills. The fourth module presents a progression module to track that progress. Progress reports detailing the user's progress may be provided. | 04-02-2015 |
20150111188 | Query Response System for Medical Device Recipients - A method and system for responding to queries from medical device recipients. A computing system receives a query from a medical device recipient and determines based on a subject matter of the query a set of relevant recipient attributes. The computing system then refers to profile data for the enquiring recipient to determine relevant attribute values for the determined relevant attributes. The computing system may then find one or more other medical device recipients who have most closely matching attribute values and forwards the query to the identified medical device recipient(s) to solicit a response for transmission to the enquiring recipient. Further, the computing system may maintain a knowledgebase of queries, responses, and linking attribute values, and the computing system may through the knowledgebase based on the determined relevant attribute values to identify relevant knowledgebase records and return to the enquiring recipient an indication of the identified knowledgebase records. | 04-23-2015 |
20150125839 | WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FOR PRESSURE SENSOR READINGS - Aspects of the instant disclosure relate to an orthosis pressure sensing device and methods of use. The pressure sensing device utilizes a Control unit connected to at least one pressure sensing arrangement placed in proximity to an orthosis. The control unit collects data from the pressure sensing arrangement, and wirelessly communicates data to various remote devices, which may be useful for improving a patient's gait, wound recovery or overall function. Each pressure sensor arrangement has a pressure sensor designed for selective placement at multiple locations of interest that include different contact points between an orthosis and a patient. | 05-07-2015 |
20150132731 | PHYSICAL THERAPY SYSTEM - A technique of attempting to help a person successfully complete physical therapy. The technique includes at least the following steps: providing, via a first computing device including at least tangible computing elements, options for one or more physical therapy exercises to the first person; providing, via the first computing device, instructions for performing the physical therapy exercises to the first person; receiving, by the first computing device, information from the first person about performance of the physical therapy exercises; and transmitting the information from the first computing device to a second computing device used by a second person. Also, systems that perform the technique. | 05-14-2015 |
20150140535 | HYBRID IMAGE/SCENE RENDERER WITH HANDS FREE CONTROL - A system and method for converting static/still medical images of a particular patient into dynamic and interactive images interacting with medical tools including medical devices by coupling a model of tissue dynamics and tool characteristics to the patient specific imagery for simulating a medical procedure in an accurate and dynamic manner by coupling a model of tissue dynamics to patient specific imagery for simulating surgery on the particular patient. The method includes a tool to add and/or to adjust the dynamic image of tissues and ability to draw any geometric shape on the dynamic image of tissues and to add the shape into the modeling system. | 05-21-2015 |
20150140536 | FLEXIBLE OPTICAL FILM MATERIAL AND METHOD FOR SIMULATING ONE OF A MULTIPLICITY OF OPTHALMIC CONDITIONS REPRESENTATIVE OF A DISEASE STATE - A flexible, yet self-supporting, optical film processed to include at least one curable resin cured on selected areas thereof. The processed film is useful in a method for simulating one of a multiplicity of opthalmic conditions representative of a disease state or vision disorder. The resin has a surface (or interface with the film) that forms an optically active profile variation in a selected area of the film, that is responsible for refraction or transmission of light, or both, which simulates the one or more opthalmic conditions representative of the disease state. The resin optionally has an opacity variation and optionally has a color variation, each optional variation optionally assisting the film to simulate the one or more opthalmic conditions, such as metamorphopsia. | 05-21-2015 |
20150140537 | BLOOD SIMULANT FOR SIMULATOIN-BASED MEDICAL TRAUMA TRAINING - A non-biological simulant liquid that includes about 30 to about 95 parts by weight of a polymer dispersion or a wax emulsion or dispersion, about 5 to about 70 parts by weight of a rheology modifying agent, and a pigment or a pigment combination. The non-biological simulant has a viscosity that is shear-dependent, such that the viscosity is from about 30 cP to about 300 cP at a shear rate from 0 s | 05-21-2015 |
20150147735 | NOSE BLOW TRAINING APPARATUS - A training apparatus for training a child how to blow his or her nose includes a tapered chute having proximal and distal ends. The tapered chute defines an internal passageway connecting the proximal and distal ends. The proximal end includes a proximal opening that is sufficiently wide to fit over a child's nose. The distal end includes a distal opening that is smaller than the proximal opening. The internal passageway includes a narrow portion, adjoining the distal opening, and sized to snugly accommodate a projectile lodged therein. When air is exhaled into the proximal opening, the exhaled air passes through the internal passageway and builds pressure behind the projectile such that the projectile is forcefully ejectable from the distal opening. | 05-28-2015 |
20150147736 | SIMULATION MODULE - Simulation systems for demonstrating and/or testing medical devices and methods for demonstrating and/or testing medical devices using simulation systems are disclosed. An example simulation system may include a simulation module. The simulation module may include circuitry and one or more indicators. The circuitry may be capable of establishing impedance levels simulating impedances at tissue-electrode conduction paths. In some cases, the circuitry may be capable of sensing a temperature at the simulated tissue-electrode conduction paths. The one or more indicators may be able to provide indications corresponding to the established impedance levels. An example method of demonstrating or testing a medical device may include determining whether established impedance levels match electrode activation settings of an ablation generator (e.g., a medical device). | 05-28-2015 |
20150289946 | USER INTERFACE DEVICE FOR SURGICAL SIMULATION SYSTEM - A user interface device for a surgical simulation system, comprising a rigid shaft pivotably supported by a frame, and movable in the axial direction but fixed with respect to rotation around its longitudinal axis, and a handle having a sensor body rigidly attached to said rigid shaft, and a grip portion rotatable around said longitudinal axis relative said sensor body. The handle further comprises a rotator sleeve rotatable around said longitudinal axis relative said sensor body and said grip portion, a rotation sensor adapted to detect rotation of said rotator sleeve in relation to said sensor body, and a signal interface mounted on said sensor body and connected to receive a first detection signal from said rotation sensor. Through this design, all sensor elements and electronic circuitry can be provided in or adjacent to the sensor body, leading to an efficient design and manufacturing. | 10-15-2015 |
20150294599 | Apparatus, Methods, and Systems for Target-Based Assessment and Training for Ultrasound-Guided Procedures - Ultrasound-guided needle procedures require skills that are challenging to master, especially considering the need to manipulate 3-D structures while observing 2-D images (or even 3-D images). A pre-clinical assessment and training apparatus, methods, and systems are described herein. Targeting tasks require participants to contact target models designed to test various skills. Performance is compared between those with experience in ultrasound-guided medical procedures and those without experience, using at least one targeting task likely to be beneficial for assessment. | 10-15-2015 |
20150302777 | AN APPARATUS FOR UPPER BODY MOVEMENT - There is provided an apparatus for upper body movement. The apparatus comprises a H-shaped cable-driven mechanism; two motors for driving the H-shaped cable-driven mechanism; and a manipulandum coupled to the H-shaped cable-driven mechanism for independent movement along x and y axes. | 10-22-2015 |
20150302779 | MEDICAL INJECTOR SIMULATION DEVICE - An apparatus includes a simulated medicament delivery device and an electronic circuit system coupled to the simulated medicament delivery device. The electronic circuit system is configured to output an electronic output associated with a use of the simulated medicament delivery device. | 10-22-2015 |
20150325147 | HAPTIC USER INTERFACE DEVICE FOR SURGICAL SIMULATION SYSTEM - A haptic user interface device ( | 11-12-2015 |
20150339953 | GUIDANCE/SELF-LEARNING PROCESS FOR USING INHALERS - A self-learning system of providing guidance on using inhaler devices, provided using a portable or mobile computing device. Guidance comprises of multiple stages(modes), and provides a unique feature of real-time learning using a camera device. It provides simultaneous viewing of the instructional video and the patient's real-time video in real time. The said guidance is provided in step-by-step instructions in an incremental manner of increasing complexity. The steps of the guidance are linked together by an audio-visual indicator. The self-learning system of using inhaler devices has various features including action-focusing videos, a technique to superimpose an animation on the learner's real-time video and virtual placebo inhaler. The said system of using inhalers also provides guidance on learning, practicing/reinforcing the correct method of using inhalers and assists the patient in using the inhaler on a regular basis by logging, analyzing and alerting about the time and dosage of the inhaler. | 11-26-2015 |
20150379898 | THERMODYNAMIC MODEL OF A NERVOUS SYSTEM - A thermodynamic model of the nervous system was designed consisting of a vessel, an insulated oscillating chemical reaction (Belouvsa-Zhabotinsky reaction), platinum and graphite electrodes, a solenoid surrounding the vessel, an on-off DC generator and an oscilloscope connected to the electrodes. This thermodynamic model is an open, autocatalytic, chaotic system not at equilibrium that reflects the nature of a nervous system. A changing electromagnetic field has been shown to influence the internal energy of the system by performing work on the system as demonstrated by changes in the oscillating waves of the system. This model can be incorporated into other models of a nervous system that do not address influences from the electromagnetic surroundings. This model may explain the clinical findings that geomagnetic fields, Schumann frequencies or other sources of changing electromagnetic fields can produce mood changes in susceptible individuals some of whom may suffer from symptoms of depression, mania or chronic pain. In some instances, changing the electromagnetic fields of the earth at particular locations may have beneficial effects. | 12-31-2015 |
20150379900 | MODULAR, WIRELESS, DRUG SIMULANT INJECTION SENSOR SYSTEM AND METHODS OF EMPLOYING - A device for monitoring the position of a plunger member slidingly engaged with a main body of a syringe includes a housing structured to be selectively coupled to the main body in a readily removable manner and a monitoring system disposed at least partially on or in the housing. The monitoring system is structured to detect the absolute position of the plunger member with respect to the main body in a manner which does not require any mechanical linkage with the plunger member. | 12-31-2015 |
20160004842 | ASSESSMENT AND ADVICE ON NUTRITION AND ENDURANCE - The present invention relates to a new integrated, holistic approach to empower older adults to enhance their quality of life and independence through a personalized lifestyle and nutrition program. This is achieved by measuring the physical status of the adults with respect to endurance/functionality. In addition, their nutritional status is assessed. Based on those assessments recommendations are provided with respect to particular exercise programs and nutrients that support the functionsof the body. These methods can be implemented as a software program and executed on computer systems. | 01-07-2016 |
20160005328 | METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR IMPROVING HAND HYGIENE - Exemplary embodiments of methodologies of improving hygiene metric, methodologies of training observers, and software products for improving hygiene metrics are disclosed herein. An exemplary methodology of improving hand-hygiene includes obtaining data indicative of the number of opportunities for one or more users to obtain a dose of hand cleaner for a plurality of dispensers through an electronic monitoring system. In addition, the exemplary methodology includes obtaining data indicative of dispense events by the plurality of dispensers through the electronic monitoring system. The methodology further includes determining a metric for the one or more users as a function of the data indicative of the number of opportunities and the data indicative of dispense events and providing instructions for an observer to obtain observation data related to the one or more users as a function of the metric. | 01-07-2016 |
20160007905 | NEUROLOGICAL ASSESSMENT SYSTEM AND METHOD | 01-14-2016 |
20160027345 | CARDIAC SIMULATION DEVICE - The present invention describes a device and system for simulating normal and disease state cardiovascular functioning, including an anatomically accurate left cardiac simulator for training and medical device testing. The system and device uses pneumatically pressurized chambers to generate ventricle and atrium contractions. In conjunction with the interaction of synthetic valves which simulate mitral and aortic valves, the system is designed to generate pumping action that produces accurate volume fractions and pressure gradients of pulsatile flow, duplicating that of a human heart. Through the use of a control unit and sensors, one or more parameters such as flow rates, fluidic pressure, and heart rate may be automatically controlled, using feedback loop mechanisms to adjust parameters of the hydraulic system simulate a wide variety of cardiovascular conditions including normal heart function, severely diseased or injured heart conditions, and compressed vasculature, such as hardening of the arteries. | 01-28-2016 |
20160049096 | Training Device - The present invention provides a training device for training a user to use a pressurised metered dose inhaler (PMDI). The device comprises a body, air expulsion means (e.g. bellows) for expelling air along an air flow path and an actuator for actuation of the air expulsion means. The air flow path comprises a restriction such that upon expulsion of air along the air flow path, an audible signal is generated. The audible signal mimics that generated during use of a PMDI. | 02-18-2016 |
20160049097 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETERMINING AN INTERVENTION TO IMPROVE USE OF UPPER LIMB PROSTHESIS - A method for determining an intervention to improve use of upper limb prosthesis which includes instructing a person having an upper limb prosthesis to perform a plurality of tasks, including but not limited to, using the prosthesis in multiple planes, using the prosthesis with a plurality of grasp patterns, using the prosthesis at various distances from the body, using the prosthesis in unilateral and bilateral tasks, and using the prosthesis while the person is arranged in various positions. The method further includes, for each of the plurality of tasks, determining a category score for categories comprising control skills, component feature utilization, compensatory movement, and task completion, and obtaining a cumulative category score for each of the categories based on the category score for each of the plurality of tasks. The method further includes determining an intervention for improving use of the upper limb prosthesis based on at least the cumulative category score for each of the categories. | 02-18-2016 |
20160049098 | Injector Training Device - A training device for training a user on the operation of an auto-injector that dispenses a medicament. A needle guard is slidable from a first extended position relative to a housing prior to operation of the training device, to a retracted position during operation of the training device, and to a second extended position after operation of the training device. An actuation assembly controls the movement of the needle guard from the retracted position to the second extended position. A lock locks the needle guard in the second extended position. A safety is proximate a proximal end of the housing and prevents movement of the needle guard from the first extended position to the retracted position in a storage position. The needle guard is moveable into the retracted position with the safety in an armed position. The safety resets the lock upon returning the safety to the storage position. | 02-18-2016 |
20160063896 | MEDICAL PRODUCT SUPPORT PLATFORM - A system for providing medical product support to a client device in an operating room is provided. The system includes a processor and memory associated with the processor, the memory including instructions that, when executed by the processor, configures the processor to receive a product support request from the client device, transmit a web platform including at least one view to the client device in response to the product support request, the at least one view being configured to present the client device with self-help product support information for at least one medical product or medical procedure, the at least one view including a real-time product support option activatable by a user of the client device to request a real-time product support connection, and the web platform being configured to establish a communication interface with a product support staff member in response to the request. | 03-03-2016 |
20160063897 | MEDICAL PRODUCT SUPPORT PLATFORM - A system for providing medical product support to a client device in an operating room is provided. The system includes a processor and memory associated with the processor, the memory including instructions that, when executed by the processor, configures the processor to receive a product support request from the client device, and transmit a web platform including at least one view to the client device in response to the product support request, the at least one view being configured to present the client device with self-help product support information for at least one medical procedure, and the at least one view further presenting at least one medical product associated with the at least one medical procedure. | 03-03-2016 |
20160063899 | PATIENT MEDICINE IDENTITY DISPLAY - A patient medication identity display is provided that a matrix of medication slides for displaying a patient's medications in a manner so as to eliminate confusion and avoid preventable prescription errors and consequent harm to patients. | 03-03-2016 |
20160071434 | Visual Education Aid for Teaching Stages of a Medical Condition and Methods Therefor - A visual teaching aid ( | 03-10-2016 |
20160078779 | WIRELESS STETHOBROADCASTING INSTRUMENT FOR MEDICAL TRAINING - A method and system provides improved auscultation training for medical students and other healthcare providers. The system includes an instructor stethoscope which generates an acoustic output corresponding to an ausculatory sound from the patient. The acoustic output is wirelessly transmitted to earpieces worn by one or more students such that the students can simultaneously listen with the instructor to the ausculatory sound. The acoustic output may be recorded for future listening and training The instructor stethoscope includes a resonance chamber having a capacitive pickup to receive the ausculatory sound wave from the stethoscope chest piece. The acoustic wave is converted to an analog signal and then to a digital signal, which is broadcast and then re-converted to an analog signal for the listening students. | 03-17-2016 |
20160098933 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR QUANTIFYING TECHNICAL SKILL - A system and method for quantifying clinical skill of a user, comprising: collecting data relating to a surgical task done by a user using a surgical device; comparing the data for the surgical task to other data for another similar surgical task; quantifying the clinical skill of the user based on the comparing of the data for the surgical task to the other data for the other similar surgical task; outputting the clinical skill of the user. | 04-07-2016 |
20160104393 | EMBEDDED SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR NEEDLE TRACKING DURING MEDICAL TRAINING AND TESTING - This invention describes a system and method for simulating a needle-based medical procedure for purposes of education and training. The described invention has a variety of medical training and assessment applications and can integrate and enhance a variety of existing medical simulation and assessment processes and technologies. The described device is designed to operate in the form of a needle and syringe, and will measure the orientation and penetration depth of the needle and contains all the necessary hardware to transmit this information to a remote installation that can process and visualize the data within a computer-based training device. | 04-14-2016 |
20160111017 | VIRTUAL MIRROR SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR REMOTELY TRAINING AND/OR SUPPORTING CONTACT LENS USERS - Systems and methods are provided to assist a user with contact lens usage. The system includes a virtualization apparatus on a communication device for use by the contact lens user. The virtualization apparatus includes a front mirror with optical sensor and a side mirror in reflective communication with another optical sensor. The mirrors reflect images of the contact lens user during a contact lens training and support session and the user communication device communicates with a remote trainer or compliance monitor. The method is directed to a trainer or compliance monitor remotely training or monitoring a contact lens user utilizing the systems in accordance with the principles of the invention. | 04-21-2016 |
20160111020 | Healthcare Education Content Authoring Assistant with Interactive Suggestion Interface Based on Patient and Clinical research Data - A healthcare content authoring software platform incorporates a healthcare education content authoring assistant software with interactive suggestion interface to assist a healthcare education content author in creating computerized healthcare education contents. The interactive suggestion interface in the healthcare education content authoring assistant software provides at least one of a symptom selection interface, a symptom characterization and medial exam description entry interface, a pivotal concept definition interface, a results group configuration interface, a disease summary interface, a disease epidemiology interface, an etiology task exploration interface, and a tests diagnostics strategy and pitfalls interface, wherein one or more of these interfaces empower the healthcare education content author to create, update, and manage a plurality of diagnostic reasoning pathways that encourage students and healthcare industry trainees to nurture basic linear DDx reasoning skills, dynamic DDx reasoning skills, and other clinically-empirical reasoning skills in a simulated patient diagnostic environment with a virtual patient. | 04-21-2016 |
20160111021 | Dynamic Differential Diagnosis Training and Evaluation System and Method for Patient Condition Determination - A dynamic differential diagnosis training and evaluation system incorporates a beginner student learning mode, a beginner student test mode, an advanced student learning mode, and an advanced student test mode for training, nurturing, and evaluating dynamic differential diagnosis (dynamic DDx) reasoning skills for patient condition determination. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the dynamic differential diagnosis training and evaluation system incorporates one or more computerized user interfaces for displaying, choosing, and interacting with a simulated virtual patient, hypotheses selections for the patient condition determination, simulated physical exam selections, simulated medical test selections, simulated medical test results, a computerized expert's feedback and answers, and an iterative differential diagnosis (DDx) list modification and refinement process that simulates real-life dynamic differential diagnosis (dynamic DDx). Furthermore, the dynamic differential diagnosis training and evaluation system can also incorporate healthcare education contents generated from a healthcare content authoring platform. | 04-21-2016 |
20160117940 | METHOD, SYSTEM, AND APPARATUS FOR TREATING A COMMUNICATION DISORDER - A system, method, and apparatus for treating a communication disorder includes a user input assembly, a central processing unit configured to analyze data entered into the input assembly, and a user output assembly configured to generate a report reflecting the analysis of the data. | 04-28-2016 |
20160117956 | A USER INTERFACE FOR A SURGICAL SIMULATION SYSTEM - A user interface device ( | 04-28-2016 |
20160125765 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INTERACTIVE PRODUCT TRAINING - Provided are systems and methods for training an individual on product usage. The systems include a touch screen interface, a processor, a physical computer readable medium, and program instructions stored on the physical computer readable medium. The program instructions are executable by the processor to receive identification code information associated with a product, acquire a representation of the product from a physical computer readable medium, display the representation of the product on the touch screen interface, and respond to a user interacting with the representation. Methods of the present disclosure include reading a unique identification code associated with a product using an identification code reader of a computer, acquiring a representation of the product from a physical computer readable medium, displaying the representation of the product on a touch screen interface, and allowing an individual to interact with the representation of the product to train the individual on product usage. | 05-05-2016 |
20160125766 | PHOTOACOUSTIC BLOOD MODEL - The photoacoustic blood model contains two or more kinds of light absorbing compounds in a blood model base material, in which the absorption coefficient ratios μ[λ | 05-05-2016 |
20160133158 | PORTABLE CAMERA AIDED SIMULATOR (PortCAS) FOR MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGICAL TRAINING - The present disclosure is directed to a system and method for surgical training with low cost, reusable materials and a highly customizable virtual environment for skill-building. According to various embodiments, a surgical training tool is usable in conjunction with a support structure configured to at least partially constrain the tool movement. Meanwhile, the tool is tracked in real-time with off-tool detectors to generate a tool path driving a virtual rendering of the surgical training tool in an operative environment. The virtual rendering may be visually observable via a display device and may include a customizable and/or selectable operative environment with one or more structures that can be operated on by the virtual surgical training tool. By tracking the virtual tool interaction with the virtual structures, a task path may be established for documenting and/or objectively assessing the performance of one or more operative tasks. | 05-12-2016 |
20160140875 | MULTI-USER MEDICAL ROBOTIC SYSTEM FOR COLLABORATION OR TRAINING IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGICAL PROCEDURES - A multi-user medical robotic system for collaboration or training in minimally invasive surgical procedures includes first and second master input devices, a first slave robotic mechanism, and at least one processor configured to generate a first slave command for the first slave robotic mechanism by switchably using one or both of a first command indicative of manipulation of the first master input device by a first user and a second command indicative of manipulation of the second master input device by a second user. To facilitate the collaboration or training, both first and second users communicate with each other through an audio system and see the minimally invasive surgery site on first and second displays respectively viewable by the first and second users. | 05-19-2016 |
20160140876 | Collapsible Surgical Training Apparatus and Method for Laparoscopic Procedures - A laparoscopic surgery training kit and method is disclosed. The laparoscopic surgery training kit has improved portability and storability because it is collapsible and foldable. The laparoscopic surgery training kit is assembled by unfolding it into a taut condition and inserting a plurality of rods into a plurality of sleeves on a side panel arrangement to place the laparoscopic surgery training kit into its expanded condition. Holes or slits are provided, which are configured to allow insertion of surgical instruments, such as graspers, and/or configured to allow a camera to view the interior of the laparoscopic surgery training kit. In a preferred embodiment, the camera of a smartphone or tablet device is used, which is placed on the laparoscopic surgery training kit using a stand. The image viewed by the camera is shown to the trainee or examinee as a real-time display, preferably at eye-level. The trainee or examinee uses the one or more surgical instruments to manipulate one or more objects contained within the laparoscopic surgery training kit while viewing the real-time display. | 05-19-2016 |
20160148539 | DRY POWDER INHALER RESPIRATORY TRAINING DEVICE AND SYSTEM - Embodiments of a respiratory inhaler training device to provide stepwise instructions for using the device to a user in a sequence of steps are provided herein. The respiratory inhaler training device may include a housing defining a channel with an inlet and an outlet, at least one actuation mechanism simulating provision of medicament, at least one fluid flow rate sensor positioned so as to detect fluid flow in the channel, a signal output component for providing an output to the user, a microprocessor comprising a timekeeping component, a storage medium component associated with the microprocessor comprising a database of instructions pertaining to the sequence and/or timing of steps for using the device stored thereon, one or more program code modules stored on the microprocessor or the storage medium component, or a combination thereof, wherein the one or more program code modules include a first program code module for causing the microprocessor to provide a first instruction, and a second program code module for causing the microprocessor to provide a subsequent instruction based on a current register. | 05-26-2016 |
20160155363 | INJECTION TRAINING TOOL EMITTING OMNIDIRECTIONAL LIGHT | 06-02-2016 |
20160175623 | HYPOXIA RECOVERY SYSTEM FOR MASK OFF HYPOXIA TRAINING | 06-23-2016 |
20160180037 | DECISION SUPPORT TOOL FOR USE WITH A MEDICAL MONITOR-DEFIBRILLATOR | 06-23-2016 |
20160180743 | REMOTE INSTRUCTION AND MONITORING OF HEALTH CARE | 06-23-2016 |
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