Jacksonville, Florida Patent of the Year – 2024/2025
BR Surgical LLC has been awarded the 2024/2025 Patent of the Year for advancing ergonomic surgical tool design. Their invention, detailed in U.S. Patent No. 11969540, titled ‘Medical implement for providing suction and irrigation’, uses an innovative rotating thumb loop for improved precision and comfort during surgical procedures.
This patent introduces a surgical instrument with a thumb loop that can rotate independently of the handle. The design reduces stress on the surgeon’s hand and wrist, offering more natural movement while improving grip control. It allows the thumb to move more freely, which helps minimize fatigue during long or complex operations.
Traditional surgical scissors or forceps often require awkward hand positioning, which can lead to discomfort or even long-term strain injuries. BR Surgical’s design responds to this issue by adapting the tool to the surgeon’s hand – not the other way around. The thumb loop’s pivoting mechanism helps maintain a steady, relaxed grip even when making fine adjustments or cutting at unusual angles.
This small but meaningful innovation stands to make a big impact across surgical disciplines. Enhanced tool comfort means improved focus, fewer errors, and better outcomes for both doctors and patients. BR Surgical LLC continues to lead in thoughtful, human-centered instrument design, and this patent underscores their commitment to practical, real-world improvements in surgical care.