Josh brings a unique perspective to the Intellectual Property practice group as a former patent examiner with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). He strives to bring active learning and curiosity into the prosecution process. His practice focuses on patent prosecution in the biomedical optics and medical device industry, including technologies such as surgical imaging systems, endoscopic visualization platforms, phototherapy devices, diagnostic sensors, and advanced optical instruments for minimally invasive procedures.
During his tenure at the USPTO, Josh examined patent applications for a wide of range of medical devices including pacemakers, diagnostic ECG software and AI processing, ophthalmic surgical systems, robotic surgical platforms, phototherapy devices, and optical diagnostic tools. He collaborated closely with inventors, patent attorneys and supervisory examiners to assess the validity and strength of patent applications.
Prior joining the USPTO, Josh gained hands-on experience in the medical device industry. He served as a Clinical Account Manager at Intellijoint Surgical, a manufacturer of surgical navigation solutions for joint replacements. He also worked as a Project Manager Liaison with the University of Rochester Biomedical Engineering Department, guiding student design teams as they worked with clinicians to solve real-world engineering challenges.
Josh earned both his Master of Science and Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Rochester.
HONORS & AWARDS
- Finalist, Mark Ain Business Model Competition, Center for Medical Technology and Innovation, University of Rochester
