Christopher Todd Thompson from Abilene, TX, age 54

Professional Records

Lawyers & Attorneys

Christopher David Thompson - Lawyer

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Licenses:

Virginia - Authorized to practice law 1990

Christopher Lee Thompson - Lawyer

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Licenses:

Texas - Eligible To Practice In Texas 2008

Education:

St. Marys University School of Law
St. Marys University School of Law

Specialties:

Criminal Defense - 100%

Christopher Thompson - Lawyer

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Specialties:

Corporate
Commercial
Real Property
Wills and Probate
Insurance

ISLN:

910203140

Admitted:

1996

University:

University of New Brunswick, B.B.A., 1992

Law School:

University of New Brunswick, LL.B., 1995

Christopher Thompson - Lawyer

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ISLN:

911396407

Admitted:

1996

University:

University of Missouri-Columbia, B.S., 1993; University of Missouri-Columbia, B.S., 1993

Law School:

University of Missouri-Columbia, J.D., 1996; University of Missouri-Columbia, J.D., 1996

Christopher Thompson - Lawyer

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Specialties:

Litigation
Patents
Trademarks
Software/Internet/Information Technologies
Electrical/Electronics
Industrial/Mechanical
Cleantech

ISLN:

921260149

Admitted:

2010

University:

University of Waterloo; University of Waterloo; University of Waterloo; University of Waterloo

License Records

Christopher Thompson

License #:

4284-S - Expired

Issued Date:

Aug 23, 2002

Expiration Date:

Jan 31, 2004

Type:

Licensed Social Worker

License #:

490P-S - Expired

Issued Date:

Jun 28, 2002

Type:

Licensed Social Worker

Christopher Roderick Thompson

License #:

CPT.007318 - Expired

Issued Date:

Jan 10, 2006

Expiration Date:

Jun 30, 2008

Type:

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Christopher R Thompson

License #:

168311 - Active

Issued Date:

Jul 15, 2004

Renew Date:

Oct 1, 2016

Expiration Date:

Sep 30, 2018

Type:

Registered Nurse

Medical Doctor

Address:

712 NW 42 St, Oklahoma City, OK 73118

License #:

3050 - Expired

Issued Date:

Jul 1, 2009

Renew Date:

Jul 1, 2009

Expiration Date:

May 4, 2010

Type:

Physician Training License

Christopher Thompson

License #:

22346 - Active

Issued Date:

Jun 20, 2003

Renew Date:

Dec 1, 2015

Expiration Date:

Nov 30, 2017

Type:

Certified Public Accountant

Medical Doctor

Address:

712 NW 42 St, Oklahoma City, OK 73118

License #:

48830 - Expired

Issued Date:

May 4, 2010

Renew Date:

Jun 1, 2011

Expiration Date:

Apr 30, 2013

Type:

Physician

Medical Doctor

Address:

12201 Renfert Way STE 105, Austin, TX 78758

License #:

48157 - Expired

Issued Date:

Aug 21, 2009

Renew Date:

Jun 1, 2011

Expiration Date:

Apr 30, 2013

Type:

Physician

Christopher Lee Thompson

Address:

17100 Yellowstar Dr, Austin, TX 98738

License #:

15999 - Active

Issued Date:

Dec 13, 1978

Renew Date:

Nov 1, 2015

Expiration Date:

Oct 31, 2017

Type:

Professional Engineer

Medicine Doctors

Dr. Christopher P Thompson, Austin TX - MD (Doctor of Medicine)

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Specialties:

Ear, Nose, and Throat
Sleep Medicine

Address:

Capital Otolaryngology
12309 N Mopac Expy Suite 100, Austin, TX 78758
(512) 339-4040 (Phone)

Texan ENT & Allergy Specialists
5103 Kyle Center Dr Suite 104, Kyle, TX 78640
(512) 550-0321 (Phone), (512) 532-0686 (Fax)

Procedures:

Ear Pinning (Otoplasty)
Ear Reconstruction (Tympanoplasty With Ossiculoplasty)
Ear Repair-Internal or Inner
Ear Reshaping (Otoplasty)
Ear Tube Placement
Ear, Nose & Throat Procedures
Earlobe Repair
Nasal Disorder Endoscopy
Nasal Packing/Epitaxis
Nasal/Sinus Surgery
Nasopharyngoscopy
Neck Disorders
Nose Surgery (Rhinoplasty)
Sigmoidoscopy-Flexible
Silp-Single Incision Laparoscopic Procedure
Simple Skin Biopsy
Sinus Augmentation
Sinus Balloon Surgery
Sinus Endoscopic Surgery
Sinus Surgery
Skin Biopsies
Skin Peels
Skin Procedures
Skin Resurfacing
Sleep Apnea Surgery
Surg-Otolaryngology
Surg-Otolaryngology/Neurotology
Thyroid Cancer/Neck Dissections
Thyroid Fna Biopsies
Thyroidectomy
Thyroidectomy-All Types
Thyroid-Fine Needle Aspiration
Tonsillectomy

Conditions:

Ear Drum Repair
Ear Infection
Ear Piercing
Ear Surgery
Ear Wax Removal
Nasolacrimal Duct Obstruction
Sinuplasty
Sinus Endoscopy
Skin Surgery
Sleep Disorders
Sleep Studies
Thyroid Disorders
Thyroid Nodule Evaluation
Thyroid Surgery
Thyroid Ultrasound

Certifications:

Otolaryngology
Sleep Medicine, 2012

Languages:

English

Hospitals:

Capital Otolaryngology
12309 N Mopac Expy Suite 100, Austin, TX 78758

Texan ENT & Allergy Specialists
5103 Kyle Center Dr Suite 104, Kyle, TX 78640

St. David's North Austin Medical Center
12221 North Mopac Expressway, Austin, TX 78758

The Hospital at Westlake Medical Center
5656 Bee Caves Road Suite M 302, Austin, TX 78746

Education:

Medical School
University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center At Dallas
Graduated: 1992
Medical School
University Tex Med Br
Graduated: 1993
Medical School
University Tex Med Br
Graduated: 1997

Background:

Sanction: 1 time(s)

Dr. Christopher J Thompson, Round Rock TX - MD (Doctor of Medicine)

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Specialties:

Emergency Medicine

Age:

Address:

2400 Round Rock Ave, Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 341-0100 (Phone)

1301 Wonder World Dr, San Marcos, TX 78666
(512) 353-8979 (Phone), (512) 753-3538 (Fax)

1501 S Coulter St, Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 354-1150 (Phone)

7306 Sw 34Th Ave Suite 1-107, Amarillo, TX 79121
(847) 274-6045 (Phone)

Certifications:

Emergency Medicine, 2009

Awards:

Healthgrades Honor Roll

Languages:

English

Education:

Medical School
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science / Chicago Medical School
Graduated: 2005

Dr. Christopher L Thompson, Enid OK - MD (Doctor of Medicine)

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Specialties:

Hematology
Hematology & Oncology

Age:

Address:

Mercy Oncology
1220 W Willow Rd Suite A, Enid, OK 73703
(580) 234-6200 (Phone)

Mercy Clnc Onclgy/Hmtlgy Mcauly
4205 Mcauley Blvd Suite 375, Oklahoma City, OK 73120
(405) 751-4343 (Phone)

Languages:

English

Education:

Medical School
University of Oklahoma / Health Sciences Center
Graduated: 2006

Christopher S. Thompson

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Specialties:

Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology

Work:

Heart & Vascular Center
1717 Oak Park Blvd FL 2, Lake Charles, LA 70601
(337) 494-3278 (phone), (337) 430-6969 (fax)

Cardiovascular Specialists Of Southwest LouisianaHeart & Vascular Center
913 E Kent Dr STE A, Sulphur, LA 70663
(337) 527-3610 (phone), (337) 494-3240 (fax)

Education:

Medical School
Louisiana State University School of Medicine at New Orleans
Graduated: 1987

Procedures:

Angioplasty
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Cardiac Stress Test
Cardioversion
Echocardiogram

Conditions:

Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI)
Angina Pectoris
Aortic Valvular Disease
Atrial Fibrillation and Atrial Flutter
Cardiac Arrhythmia

Languages:

English
French
Spanish

Description:

Dr. Thompson graduated from the Louisiana State University School of Medicine at New Orleans in 1987. He works in Sulphur, LA and 1 other location and specializes in Cardiovascular Disease and Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and West Calcasieu-Cameron Hospital.

Christopher L. Thompson

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Specialties:

Hematology/Oncology

Work:

Mercy ClinicMercy Oncology
1220 W Willow Rd STE A, Enid, OK 73703
(580) 234-6200 (phone), (580) 234-6225 (fax)

Mercy ClinicMercy Oncology Coletta
4401 Mcauley Blvd STE 2700, Oklahoma City, OK 73120
(405) 751-4343 (phone), (405) 751-4346 (fax)

Education:

Medical School
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine at Oklahoma City
Graduated: 2006

Procedures:

Chemotherapy
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Vaccine Administration

Conditions:

Anemia
Multiple Myeloma
Abnormal Vaginal Bleeding
Acute Bronchitis
Acute Renal Failure

Languages:

English
Spanish

Description:

Dr. Thompson graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine at Oklahoma City in 2006. He works in Oklahoma City, OK and 1 other location and specializes in Hematology/Oncology. Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City.

Christopher P. Thompson

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Specialties:

Otolaryngology

Work:

Capital Otolaryngology
12309 N Mo Pac Expy STE 100, Austin, TX 78758
(512) 339-4040 (phone), (512) 997-9077 (fax)

Education:

Medical School
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
Graduated: 1992

Procedures:

Rhinoplasty
Sinus Surgery
Tympanoplasty
Allergen Immunotherapy
Allergy Testing
Hearing Evaluation
Inner Ear Tests
Skull/Facial Bone Fractures and Dislocations
Sleep and EEG Testing

Conditions:

Acute Sinusitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Chronic Sinusitis
Acute Pharyngitis
Acute Upper Respiratory Tract Infections

Languages:

English
Spanish

Description:

Dr. Thompson graduated from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas in 1992. He works in Austin, TX and specializes in Otolaryngology. Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Hospital At Westlake Medical Center and St Davids North Austin Medical Center.

Christopher O. Thompson

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Specialties:

Family Medicine

Work:

TriStar Medical GroupStonecrest Family Physicians
300 Stonecrest Blvd STE 100, Smyrna, TN 37167
(615) 223-9502 (phone), (615) 223-9596 (fax)

Education:

Medical School
University of Tennessee College of Medicine at Memphis
Graduated: 1994

Procedures:

Arthrocentesis
Destruction of Benign/Premalignant Skin Lesions
Electrocardiogram (EKG or ECG)
Hearing Evaluation
Pulmonary Function Tests
Skin Tags Removal
Vaccine Administration
Vasectomy

Conditions:

Acne
Acute Sinusitis
Allergic Rhinitis
Anxiety Dissociative and Somatoform Disorders
Anxiety Phobic Disorders

Languages:

English
Spanish

Description:

Dr. Thompson graduated from the University of Tennessee College of Medicine at Memphis in 1994. He works in Smyrna, TN and specializes in Family Medicine. Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Stonecrest Medical Center.

Christopher C. Thompson

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Specialties:

Gastroenterology

Work:

Brigham & Womens Hospital Gastroenterology
75 Francis St, Boston, MA 02115
(617) 732-6389 (phone), (617) 566-0338 (fax)

Education:

Medical School
Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine
Graduated: 1996

Procedures:

Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP)
Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Colonoscopy
Esophageal Dilatation

Conditions:

Acute Pancreatitis
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage

Languages:

English
Spanish

Description:

Dr. Thompson graduated from the Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine in 1996. He works in Boston, MA and specializes in Gastroenterology. Dr. Thompson is affiliated with Brigham & Womens Faulkner Hospital and Brigham & Womens Hospital.

Public records

Vehicle Records

Christopher Thompson

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Address:

6906 NW 12 St, Oklahoma City, OK 73127

VIN:

KMHDU46D97U165387

Make:

HYUNDAI

Model:

ELANTRA

Year:

2007

Resumes

Christopher Thompson San Antonio, TX

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Work:

St Mary's University

2013 to 2000
Assistant Athletics Director of Facilities and Operations
Houston Dynamo
Houston, TX
2011 to 2013
Facility and Event Operations Manager
City of Lake Jackson
Lake Jackson, TX
2010 to 2011
Supervisor for City Programming
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
2008 to 2010
Graduate Assistant Director for Recreational Programming

Education:

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR
2010
Master of Education
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX
2008
Bachelor of Exercise Science

Christopher Thompson Bulverde, TX

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Work:

HOUSTON DYNAMO

Feb 2011 to 2000
Facility Operations Manager
CITY OF LAKE JACKSON
Lake Jackson, TX
2010 to 2011
Facility Supervisor for Athletic Leagues and Programs
CLUBHAUS FITNESS
Fayetteville, AR
Nov 2009 to May 2010
Operations and Training Intern
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
Fayetteville, AR
2008 to 2010
Graduate Assistant Director for University Recreation

Education:

UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS
Fayetteville, AR
2010
Master of Education in Recreation and Sport Management
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY
San Marcos, TX
2008
Bachelor of Education in Exercise and Sport Science

Skills:

First Aid and CPR; currently enrolled within an EMT Course; former Certified Personal Trainer via NCSF with ability to re-certify immediately upon hire

Business Records

Name / Title

Company / Classification

Phones & Addresses

Christopher P. Thompson
Psychologist

St David's North Austin Medical Center
Offices and Clinics of Health Practitioners

12221 Mopac, Austin, TX 78758

Christopher Thompson
Partner

Capital Otolaryngology
Offices and Clinics of Doctors of Medicine

122201 Rnford Way Ste 105, Austin, TX 78758

Mr. Christopher Thompson
President

Capital Stamp Ltd
Capital Stamp
Trophies

465 Gladstone Avenue, Ottawa, ON K1R 5N7
(613) 236-0677

Christopher P. Thompson
Psychologist

St David's North Austin Medical Center
Offices and Clinics of Health Practitioners

12221 Mopac, Austin, TX 78758

Christopher Thompson
Partner

Capital Otolaryngology
Offices and Clinics of Doctors of Medicine

122201 Rnford Way Ste 105, Austin, TX 78758

Christopher Thompson
President

Capital Stamp Ltd
Trophies

(613) 236-0677

Christopher Thompson
President

PINEY CREEK, INC
Utilities · Elec Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution

428 Power Ln, Clarion, PA 16214
209 W Washington St, Charleston, WV 25302
8716 Flycatcher Ct, Austin, TX 78738

Christopher D. Thompson
Director

McCormick Ranch On Lake Austin Residential Community, Inc

Christopher M Thompson
Owner, Director

COLOR UP INTERACTIVE, LLC
Business Services at Non-Commercial Site · Nonclassifiable Establishments

1517 Augusta Dr, Aubrey, TX 76227
815 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701

Christopher Thompson
Director, President

WATERLOO ENGINEERING LLC
Engineering Services

1408 Westover Rd, Austin, TX 78703

News

Taking Ozempic or other weight-loss meds? Watch your diet to avoid ‘exchanging one problem for another’

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Surgical weight loss expert Dr. Christopher Thompson said some people arent a good candidate for weight-loss medications, even with the right diet. Thompson, a Harvard medical professor and founder of Bariendo, recommends having your bone and muscle density checked before starting on them. If your

Date

Jul 15, 2024

Category:

Health

Source:

Google

Charlie Hebdo cartoon on dead Syrian child sparks anger

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Financial Times journalist Christopher Thompson suggested it may be a satire on sweeping stereotypes about migrants and not racist at all. But Libyan American Hend Amry took offence and interpreted the cartoon as Charlie Hebdo saying this drowned baby Syrian refugee would have grown up to sexuall

Date

Jan 14, 2016

Category:

World

Source:

Google

Tracy Morgan in intensive care after NJ crash

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The limousine company owner, Christopher Thompson, issued a statement Saturday: "Atlantic Transportation Services extends our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to those injured in last night's accident. We also give our sincerest condolences to the family and loved ones of the one individual that passe

Date

Jun 07, 2014

Category:

U.S.

Source:

Google

Still problems at Nevada health exchange

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tate Health Insurance Exchange board that he selected a policy to purchase but repeatedly had his credit card rejected. Christopher Thompson, former administrator for the state Division of Health Care Financing and Policy, said his many attempts to contact someone by phone or email were unsuccessful.

Date

Dec 12, 2013

Category:

Business

Source:

Google

Joliet restaurant reopens day after fatal shooting

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Thompson's grandfather, Leonard Thompson, said he believes the two might have had a prior altercation at Hollywood Casino in Joliet. He had not talked to his grandson since his arrest. He said Christopher Thompson had been "getting straightened out."

Date

Aug 04, 2013

Category:

U.S.

Source:

Google

Joliet Man Shot, Killed While Dining at Restaurant with Family

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Christopher Thompson, 31, was charged with murder and two felony counts of use of a firearm by a felon and possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver, according to the Will County Sheriff's office.

Date

Aug 04, 2013

Category:

U.S.

Source:

Google

States fight 'tourists' trafficking painkillers

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Ohio has prosecuted several prescription tourists in recent months, with a federal judge in December sentencing Christopher Thompson of suburban Columbus to 15 years in prison for leading a scheme involving more than a dozen other people who traveled from Ohio to Florida, obtained and filled prescri

Date

Jul 08, 2012

Category:

Health

Source:

Google

Work starts on memorial at North

View page Grading has been completed on a memorial honoring Petty Officer Third Class Christopher Thompson at North Wilkes High School's Raner Wiles Stadium. A concession stand completed last year in Thompson's memory is at right. Artist's conception shows the ...

Publications

Us Patents

Apparatus And Methods For Treating Sleep Apnea

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US Patent:

7363926, Apr 29, 2008

Filed:

May 10, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/126649

Inventors:

D. Russell Pflueger - Monarch Beach CA, US
Christopher Paul Thompson - Austin TX, US

Assignee:

Quiescence Medical, Inc. - Irvine CA

International Classification:

A61F 5/56

US Classification:

128848, 12820024, 12820126, 128898, 128899, 623 2373, 602902

Abstract:

An apparatus and methods for treating sleep apnea and/or snoring are provided. The apparatus includes an appliance sized and structured to be placed in the pharyngeal region of a human or animal. The appliance, when so placed is effective in treating sleep apnea and/or snoring, for example in maintaining openness of an oropharyngeal region of a human or animal during natural sleep. Preferably, the appliance is non-circumferential in form and includes rounded, spaced apart end portions.

Stent For Maintaining Patency Of A Body Region

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US Patent:

7381222, Jun 3, 2008

Filed:

Dec 30, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/748761

Inventors:

D. Russell Pflueger - Monarch Beach CA, US
Christopher Paul Thompson - Austin TX, US

Assignee:

Quiescence Medical, Inc. - Irvine CA

International Classification:

A61M 11/00

US Classification:

623 15, 606199, 128848

Abstract:

An apparatus and method for maintaining patency of a vessel or other body region is provided. The apparatus includes an appliance having a non-circumferential form and being effective in maintaining patency or openness, or causing to become patent or open, a body region in which the appliance is located. The appliance may be formed of a flexible metallic struts structured to be submucossally implanted into a wall of the vessel or other body region.

Stent For Maintaining Patency Of A Body Region

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US Patent:

7647931, Jan 19, 2010

Filed:

Mar 20, 2008

Appl. No.:

12/052540

Inventors:

D. Russell Pflueger - Monarch Beach CA, US
Christopher Paul Thompson - Austin TX, US

Assignee:

Quiescence Medical, Inc. - San Juan Capistrano CA

International Classification:

A61M 11/00

US Classification:

128848, 606199

Abstract:

Apparatus And Methods For Treating Sleep Apnea

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US Patent:

8104478, Jan 31, 2012

Filed:

Dec 30, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/541255

Inventors:

D. Russell Pflueger - San Juan Capistrano CA, US
Christopher Paul Thompson - Austin TX, US

Assignee:

Quiescence Medical, Inc. - San Juan Capistrano CA

International Classification:

A61M 16/00
A61F 5/56

US Classification:

128848, 12820025, 12820026, 12820524, 12820714, 128859, 606196, 606108

Abstract:

An apparatus and method for treating sleep apnea and/or snoring is provided. The apparatus includes an appliance sized and structured to be placed in the pharyngeal region of a human or animal and being effective in treating sleep apnea and/or snoring, for example in maintaining openness of an oropharyngeal region of a human or animal during natural sleep, advantageously while not interfering with normal functioning of the epiglottis. The appliance may be made of a super elastic material, for example, Nitinol, and may be submucossally implanted in the pharyngeal walls.

Apparatus And Methods For Treating Sleep Apnea

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US Patent:

8146600, Apr 3, 2012

Filed:

Jul 6, 2007

Appl. No.:

11/774528

Inventors:

D. Russell Pflueger - Monarch Beach CA, US
Christopher Paul Thompson - Austin TX, US

Assignee:

Quiescence Medical, Inc. - Irvine CA

International Classification:

A61F 5/37
A61F 13/00
A61F 5/56
A61F 2/06
A61B 5/08
A61N 1/00

US Classification:

128848, 128846, 600529, 602902, 607 42, 623 12

Abstract:

Apparatus and methods are provided for treating sleep apnea, snoring, and the like using an implant within an oropharyngeal region adjacent an anterior longitudinal ligament. The implant includes an endless loop defining a curved central region between first and second regions in a horizontal plane. The central region is vertically narrow relative to the first and second regions, and the first and second regions are compressible vertically to allow the first region to be directed through or behind the ligament adjacent the oropharyngeal region such that the central region is disposed within or behind the ligament. The first region is resiliently expandable after passing through or behind the ligament to contact tissue adjacent the oropharyngeal region. The first and second regions are compressible into a “C” shape within the horizontal plane, yet biased to expand and apply a force to dilate the tissue adjacent the oropharyngeal region.

Apparatus And Methods For Treating Sleep Apnea

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US Patent:

8578938, Nov 12, 2013

Filed:

Sep 10, 2009

Appl. No.:

12/557386

Inventors:

D. Russell Pflueger - San Juan Capistrano CA, US
Christopher Paul Thompson - Austin TX, US

Assignee:

Quiescence Medical, Inc. - Dana Point CA

International Classification:

A61M 16/00

US Classification:

128848, 12820024, 12820026, 12820714, 128859, 128860, 606108, 606196

Abstract:

Apparatus And Methods For Treating Sleep Apnea

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US Patent:

7992566, Aug 9, 2011

Filed:

Jul 22, 2003

Appl. No.:

10/624915

Inventors:

D. Russell Pflueger - Monarch Beach CA, US
Christopher Paul Thompson - Austin TX, US

Assignee:

Quiescence Medical, Inc. - Monarch Beach CA

International Classification:

A61F 5/56
A61F 2/20
A61F 2/04
A61C 5/14
A61B 19/00
A61M 16/00
A61M 9/00
A61M 29/00
A62B 18/08

US Classification:

128848, 128859, 128860, 128861, 128897, 128898, 12820026, 12820024, 12820126, 12820629, 606196, 606198, 623 9, 623 2364, 623 237, 623902

Abstract:

Apparatus And Methods For Treating Sleep Apnea

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US Patent:

20110290258, Dec 1, 2011

Filed:

Aug 5, 2011

Appl. No.:

13/204623

Inventors:

D. Russell Pflueger - Monarch Beach CA, US
Christopher Paul Thompson - Austin TX, US

Assignee:

QUIESCENCE MEDICAL, INC. - Monarch Beach CA

International Classification:

A61F 5/56

US Classification:

128848

Abstract:

An apparatus and method for treating sleep apnea and/or snoring is provided. The apparatus includes an appliance sized and structured to be placed in the pharyngeal region of a human or animal and being effective in treating sleep apnea and/or snoring, for example in maintaining openness of an oropharyngeal region of a human or animal during natural sleep, advantageously while not interfering with normal functioning of the epiglottis. Preferably, the appliance is non-circumferential in form and includes rounded, spaced apart end portions.