Peter D Sleman

The Physician Inventor Peter D Sleman

The Physician Inventor is a practical roadmap for doctors, nurses, engineers, startups and others looking to protect their medical devices and methods. The purpose of this book is to equip you to make decisions. Caselaw and footnotes are intentionally kept to a minimum, focusing instead on functional knowledge, sensible advice, and useful anecdotes and examples. The nuances of medical devices are explored based on patent attorney Peter D. Sleman's years of experience with device manufacturers. This book will teach you how to:
* Understand the various forms of intellectual property
* Conduct a patent search to ensure that your invention is viable
* Save thousands of dollars by hiring the right patent attorney
* Utilize advanced prosecution techniques to minimize waste
* Build an international strategy
* Approach business partners with confidence and prudence